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Review of Abyss of the Sacrifice on Nintendo Switch

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Dec 2020
Cover image of Abyss of the Sacrifice on Switch
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 17 Dec 2020
Genre: Visual Novel, Adventure
Developer: Intense
Publisher: D3 Publisher

Introduction

If you think being trapped in a government facility surrounded by blood-soaked chaos sounds like a blast, then buckle up! 'Abyss of the Sacrifice' is here to turn your boring afternoon into a gripping adventure. Imagine a group of girls entrapped underground, trying to escape while navigating a maze of dramatic revelations and mind-boggling puzzles. Sounds absurdly fun, right? Let's plunge into this visual novel and see if it lives up to the hype, or if it's just another excuse to stare at a screen for hours.

Gameplay

First things first, let's break down the gameplay. 'Abyss of the Sacrifice' presents you with two fabulous modes: one where you merely read (don't worry, it's not an essay) and another where you actually get your hands dirty looking for clues and solving puzzles. You could say the first mode is for those days when you're feeling lazy, and the second is for when you suddenly decide you're an eager beaver detective. In the first mode, expect to be reading your heart out. Like 80% of the game is text. Treat it like your favorite TV show without the remote. You'll be clicking through tons of characters' inner thoughts and dialogues, some of which are more dramatic than a teenage love triangle. Meanwhile, you can keep track of which stages you finished; they're pretty much color-coded like a child's coloring book. Completed stages are blue because nothing says 'I did it' like a pleasant blue checkbox, right? In the second mode, it's time to channel your inner Sherlock Holmes! You'll explore various scenes, picking up items and trying to figure out which ones can be combined. Spoiler alert: That pair of socks won't help you, but maybe using that mysterious key will. Each stage you unravel leads to new clues and paths, all while keeping your brain buzzing. So, if you enjoy piecing together stories like a puzzle, you'll have a finger-licking good time with this one!

Graphics

Now let's dive into the dazzling visuals! The graphics aren't exactly cutting-edge-think more 'cozy indie' than 'epic blockbuster.' It's that charming blend of anime-style artwork that has you feeling all warm and fuzzy, mixed with dark themes that could easily become a cult classic. The key character designs are slick and hold enough personality to keep you engaged without diving too deep into *anime-with-a-specific-style* freakiness (you know what I mean?). It's exactly what you'd expect from a visual novel: colorful artworks here, some sombre shadows there, and just the right touch of drama to underline the chaotic storyline. Overall, it delivers an aesthetic flavor that feels like your first cup of coffee in the morning-necessary, though slightly jarring if you're not ready for it!

Conclusion

In conclusion, if you're looking for a mysterious adventure that doesn't shy away from the darker themes of chaos, friendship, and survival-'Abyss of the Sacrifice' should definitely float your boat. Just remember, you'll be doing more reading than a high school term paper, and that could either be your jam or a total snooze-fest. So grab your Switch, brace yourself for some twisted puzzles, and enjoy the thrills of a dark, visually captivating narrative. Just be sure to come up for air and take breaks. Who knew getting thrown into a chaotic abyss could be this engaging? Overall, I give it a solid 7/10. Definitely worth a try, but maybe keep the snack breaks handy-you'll need that fuel for the detective work in this literary labyrinth!

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