End of the World

End of the World is a melancholic visual novel that tells the story of two people walking together between the beginning and the end of the world. The game speaks of love, sacrifice, life and death, but above all, it is about not having to walk alone, even when everything is falling apart.

Setting of End of the World

The game is set in a vague post-apocalyptic world where mysterious entities appear and make the surrounding environment increasingly dangerous. Instead of directly explaining how the disaster occurred, End of the World chooses a restrained storytelling approach, allowing players to piece together information through dialogues, writing on walls, and areas such as subway stations, corridors, or temporary shelters. This ambiguity creates a very clear sense of helplessness and despair.

Gameplay of End of the World

The game focuses almost entirely on the storytelling experience, not on complex gameplay mechanics. Players primarily read, choose, and feel the rhythm of the story as the two characters move together through different spaces. The entire game is built on a single space with layers of overlapping images, creating the feeling that the world is gradually closing in around them.

Graphics & Sound

The hand-drawn graphic style with muted colours is a major highlight of the game. As you get closer to the core of the world, more and more red hues appear, increasing the sense of danger and tension. In moments of heightened emotion, the drawing becomes more sketchy and expressive. Another game with hand-drawn graphics is Alesa House, which has just been released; give it a try.

Music plays a crucial role in building the atmosphere, from melancholic melodies to mechanical sounds, making the game world both cold and terrifying.

End of the World isn't a horror game in the traditional sense but rather a deeply emotional and haunting experience. The game leaves a lasting impression with its lingering tension, melancholy, and a tiny glimmer of hope – enough to make players remember forever the journey of two people who journeyed together to the ends of the earth.