Until Then

"Until Then has an interesting art style and some decent writing, but mundane pacing, limited interactivity and contrived, poorly delivered drama make for a forgettable adventure."

"Kudos to Polychroma Games for making a game that Southeast Asians can be proud of, standing tall amongst the likes of other similarly good games from the region. While there are some issues regarding the minigames &a; overall pacing, the …"

"Until Then is a story-rich adventure full of standouts: its beautiful pixel art, relatable protagonist, realistic character dynamics, and thoughtful representation of Filipino culture. It&s;s a coming-of-age tale worth experiencing."

"In the context of firsthand retellings of personal life stories, Until Then shines as an excellent example of using every clever advantage an interactive storytelling medium can use. Employing a charming art style and witty writing that feels just right, …"

"Until Then offers a compelling coming-of-age story infused with supernatural elements. Set in a post-disaster town, players follow high schooler Mark and his friends as they navigate personal challenges and mysterious occurrences. Despite some narrative pacing issues and a lack …"

"Until Then made me cry multiple times. Some lines hit me like a ton of bricks and buried me under the weight of their emotional significance. The game allows you to continue after the end and even expedites things a …"

"Until Then is a must-play for lovers of narrative-focused games everywhere. The game already depicts living the life of a teenager in the Phillippines in the 2010s beautifully with its thoughtful and authentic writing, combined with a picturesque world. That …"

"Until Then is a graphic novel without any particular gameplay flourishes, with some technical imperfections but enjoyable from a graphic point of view. The great strength of the narrative lies in its sweet and delicate tone, as well as in …"

"I’ve wanted this game ever since I heard about it, and it seems like I waited forever, but it was absolutely worth the wait and I’m so glad I was able to play this game to its fullest extent. Polychroma …"

"The devil really is in the details in Until Then, a heart warming narrative adventure."

"With few setbacks, which are negligible to a certain extent, it is a complete package, with an immersive story that uses the media in which it was produced to tell it in a different way than anything that could be …"

"Until Then is a text adventure with an impactful narrative and beautiful direction that make it a strong example of what the genre can do. It&s;s a must-play, be it on Switch or other platforms, especially for those who love …"

"But if you don&s;t let all of this put you off and struggle through the rather slow first third of the game, you will be rewarded with an exciting and well-told story that will leave no one eye dry."

"While the setting and inspirations are Filipino through and through, the themes of friendship, love, loss, and acceptance in this visual novel are universal."

"The undercooked mystery backdrop is a small blemish because they nailed the writing and character development. Even an underwhelming soundtrack can&s;t diminish the heart on-display through emotionally raw dialogue and facial expressions. Give yourself the experience of reigniting those moments …"

"Until Then stands as a heartening example of a narrative adventure game and manages to strike a chord with its delicate balance of the supernatural and highschool drama. Managing to deftly avoid the tropes that dominate the space, every choice …"

"In the end, Until Then is a bit like a pixelated Life Is Strange. And like the best Life Is Strange games, it strikes a near-perfect balance between the mundanity of every day life and the joyous and devastating moments …"

"While it can still feel limited by its format, and a bug or two was hit, among its peers Until Then manages to stand pretty tall"

"Until Then was missold as a mystery, instead, it tells an intense and beautiful story of coming of age, dealing with loss, and making hard decisions in friendships and relationships. It is an experience that is begging to be replayed, …"

"My feelings about Until Then evolved the longer I played. What at first seemed like a slow-paced visual novel with retro graphics gradually began to reveal itself as something much more sophisticated. Excellent character development and a surprising, emotionally varied …"

"Until Then is a game that stands out for its audiovisual storytelling, offering a story that is both captivating and moving."

"The visuals are a standout in this regard too. For one, the graphic a friend makes in honor of a “date” you went on with a new classmate is so overblown (complete with doves) that it would look right at …"

"I&s;m tempted to say your mileage may vary with a game like Until Then. As a Filipino American, its cultural impact certainly made everything hit that much harder for me. As a narrative gamer who&s;s gotten a lot out of …"

"Until Then isn’t the best narrative adventure game I’ve played but it’s definitely one I’ll remember for a long time. Don’t sleep on Until Then, it’s a worthwhile experience."

"Gameplay is understandably pretty limited, and you’ll spend most of your time simply pressing ‘A’ to advance the dialogue. Occasionally, you’ll be able to move left or right through the environment, and developer Polychroma Games has also seen fit to …"

"This is not the end of my time with this game. I have gotten the True Ending, but I’ll be returning. God willing, there’s a Switch port in the future so that I can bring this title around and take …"

"Until Then is an emotionally charged story of a high school student whose everyday life slowly begins to turn into a roller coaster due to a series of events. The impressive narrative and unprecedentedly beautiful visuals are dragged down slightly …"

"Until Then is more than just a game; it’s a narrative cinematic masterpiece that immerses players in a thought-provoking exploration of memory, reality, and emotional turmoil. At its core, the game introduces players to Mark’s profound struggles with self-doubt, anxiety, …"