Bleeding Moons (2020)

Developer: IAN Games
Publisher: Phoenix Online Publishing
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 20 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 11 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A dark fantasy visual novel where you navigate political intrigue and moral dilemmas through text-based choices, with pixel art visuals and a focus on romance and mature drama.

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What players say

Players praise the story for tackling adult themes like war and moral dilemmas with genuine emotional weight. The gameplay is light on puzzles but rich in choices that feel meaningful, though some note the face portraits in dialogue don't match the pixel art.

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