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You should try Subarashiki Hibi https://vndb.org/v3144 I think this VN was genuinely creepy, although the source of the creepiness is probably a bit different from a regular horror story I believe that music is the best tool to create any kind of atmosphere, and this VN does have some pretty creepy pieces in its soundtrack

Hey there, I am planning to create a new visual novel project and I need volunteers to do the art~ You won't be getting paid, but will be given credits for your art. The visual novel I'm planning to make has a dark story to it~ So I need somebody who can draw with that sort of dark style~ Email me at [email protected] and send me your sample artwork. I will reply to your email ~ *The visual novel I'm creating will not be for commercial purposes, and will not involve any sort of payment. Thank you very much. EXAMPLE ART: (for reference) ~

I have no idea how I didn't think to suggest that, but I absolutely second it; Subahibi is a must read. One thing to keep in mind though is that the first chapter kinda sucks until you get the context of the later chapters, but it's absolutely worth persevering through (especially given that it only takes ~5 hours to get every ending of that chapter).

Oh, come to think of it, 3/4 heroines from Under One Wing are pretty damn stacked (all but poor little Mimari). The art in this one is stellar, too; love the coloring in the CGs.

If you want romance to be front and center with a solid story as the backdrop then World End Syndrome could be a good choice. https://vndb.org/v22181 If you're leaning the other way and want romance to be present but not the core reason you're reading then ISLAND could be a good choice. https://vndb.org/v18498

Recently I found pretty good deal for Kanon ME on japanese Amazon, so I couldn't resist it. It arrived today - my first PC physical VN

Fureraba, Sankaku Renai, Majikoi

Ack! Got ninja'd by @ittaku Was going to recommend it too. Some, that weren't mentioned yet: - Koi iro Chu! Lips - full of tropes, but very sweet - I loved it. - Sakura Sakura - another lighthearted one, loved character design and music. - Tsujidou-san no Jun'ai Road - if you don't mind tsunderes and some over-the-top silliness, try it out. Might check out Majikoi series as well. If you liked Konosora, check out Miagete Goran, Yoozora hoshi o (A Sky Full Of Stars) too. - Sanoba Witch is another very good one.

* Fureraba . Fluffy, cute, very comedic. * Nekopara series. Over the top cuteness (and lewd action). This is as japanese as you get.... * Little Busters . Another KEY VN (makers of Clannad). Good comedy, and the whole "endearing group of best friends". The Battle Rankings are fun too (if optional). * Sorcery Jokers . The setting of this VN would probably remind you of JRPGs like Final Fantasy and Tales of series. A lot of action and intrigue in this urban setting. * Muv-Luv (Extra and Unlimited), & Muv-Luv Alternative . The perfect way to waste a lot of time, the Muv-Luv Trilogy is something you won't forget. Extra is your typical high school romance comedy, with a lot of silly scenes (you may miss these scenes later on). Unlimited .... changes the setting. And Alternative ...... ramps up the drama, ramps up the pain, ramps up the emotional trauma to 11/10. Cause sometimes, dealing with pain in Visual Novels can help you get over yours.... * Higurashi When They Cry series. Great if you're looking for something super intense, scary, and effed up. Use the installers at http://07th-mod.com/home/ to add updated graphics and voiced lines (just so you can hear her insane laugh).

Sharin no kuni. Now! Oops, you've read it :< i atill recommend you read the original. Official does not mean better, and fanpatch does not mean worse or bad.

Hey, sorry you've been going through so much. Trust me, I know the feeling. Been a bad two months for me as well. But I do have some ideas of what you might like Wagamama High Spec (High school comedy with romance though it has fan service (not sure if you want that or not) Beautiful art to) Fureba (Another high school comedy and romance about getting a girlfriend. Not much drama.) Clannad (High school drama story, may make you cry but it's really good and long. Lots of romance and themes about family.) Little Busters(Like Clannad in a way, but a little more upbeat to a degree. Like Clannad it's a super long visual novel about romance and friendship, and has some fun mini games.) Nurse Love Addiction/Nurse Love Syndrome(These are Yuri titles but both are good. I finished the prequel Nurse Love Syndrome and had fun. Romance is okay and you learn about nursing. A little slow though, both these games are.) Princess Evangeline (School life, romance, and comedy. About a guy going to an all girl school. Art is pretty and the characters are okay. Not much drama.) Higurashi- (A horror visual novel with elements of high school. Not much romance.) Umeniko (Made by the same group who did Higruashi. Is a horror and mystery story as well. Just wanted to add something a bit more different just in case you wanted it). Eb-hime Visual Novels(She's a creator and has done a lot of visual novels, some with romance, some short, some tragedy. Maybe give her a try if you want something short.) I know this is a basic list and people will have other options, but I feel like some of these are good and will make you feel better.

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Synergia demo is now out, be sure to check it out!: >>STEAM DEMO<< >>ITCH.IO DEMO<< Oh and now we have a website too: https://synergia-game.com

So, I read someone's thread and even responded to them about what to read since they were down. Now it got me thinking about how I may need some things to read. I'm planning soon to read Higurashi and/or Umeniko, but would like some more visual novels of what I should read. Basically I suffer from depression and certain visual novels are good for escape. I haven't read many, nor have finished many, and really only know certain ones, but I'm opening to anything with a good story, characters, and art. I'm fine if it's yaoi, yuri, otome, or BxG. I'm fine if they are light hearted visual novels or drama. Any genre is fine. Not really wanting 18 titles though, but if they are good I will give it a read. I'm a slow reader, so this list will take time. So yeah, I'm looking for a list of visual novels to read over the next two months or so. They don't have to be super happy and can even be sci fi and mystery. I just need something to help with my anxiety and depression for right now. Been a bad month or so for me.