X-note (2015)

Developer: Zeiva Inc
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating: 2.5 of 5, 252 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A story-driven visual novel with a supernatural mystery, romantic undertones, and branching choices that shape the protagonist's fate over a month.

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What players say

Players are split on X-note. Some praise its intriguing story and short, game-like structure with stat-raising and multiple endings. But a significant number of reviewers report that six years after purchase their Steam keys were revoked, leading to widespread distrust of the developer.

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