The Use of Life (2022)
- Developer
- だらねこげーむず/Daraneko Games
- Publisher
- PLAYISM
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Adventure, Indie, RPG, Early Access
- Rating
- 4.6 of 5, 802 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 19 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
It feels like reading a branching dark fantasy novel where every quiet decision shapes a protagonist's moral journey through thoughtful, turn-based encounters.
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What players say
Players praise the story and QTE-based combat, calling it a hidden gem with multiple unique endings. The difficulty ramps up significantly on hard mode, and some note the single-save-file design forces commitment. Reviews are split on whether the QTE reliance is engaging or exhausting, especially in late-game fights.
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