Afterlove EP

"Afterlove EP is an utterly unique collaboration between the creator and the player, an interaction that invites personal thought and reflection. And really, isn&s;t that what art is supposed to do?"

"Whether it&s;s just listening to your friends vent frustrations or finding common ground with someone new, there&s;s something special about what these games bring to the table. I for one recommend everyone pull up a stool and listen for a …"

""Messy emotionally and gameplaywise.""

"Afterlove EP is a heartfelt project that looks to explore the theme of loss, grief, and moving forward after the death of a loved one. However, it is marred by some bugs that cause loss of key conversations, and you …"

"Despite these issues, the power of Afterlove EP‘s story manages to shine through. It is an incredibly touching slice-of-life story that explores the forms and layers of grief with the variety and depth perfect for a video game."

"Afterlove EP is a story about overcoming. The game understands the importance of interpersonal relationships in our most difficult times and teaches us that it&s;s important to keep memories of the past, but not to forget to live in the …"

"Afterlove EP is an atmospheric visual novel with a unique Indonesian setting, a touching story, and strong music, though limited choices, a distracting rhythm minigame, and missing voice acting hold it back, yet it still resonates emotionally, especially for those …"

"The path to Afterlove EP‘s release undoubtedly came with a lot twists and turns, but the end result is an impressive slice-of-life adventure that successfully brings great diverse characters, relationships, and inclusion to the forefront as a game that’s both …"

"The game ultimately has strong, important messages about loss and mental health. Add in some great music and wonderful navigation, and it becomes difficult not to recommend Afterlove EP despite its rough edges."

"If you loved Coffee Talk for its cozy, pixel-art charm and relaxing vibes, Afterlove EP is… not that. Instead, it&s;s an emotional gut punch—a game about love, loss, and moving on, developed by a team mourning its own creator, Mohammad …"

"Playing Afterlove EP brings the same feeling as reading a slice of life manga on a rainy afternoon while listening to some good lo-fi music. Its gameplay is simple, but it brings a narrative surrounded by moments of reflection. Its …"

"Afterlove EP is a text adventure that manages to present the drama of mourning in an impactful and honest manner and the difficulties of recomposing oneself after such a giant loss. Emotional and visceral, this is a great recommendation for …"

"t was a wonderful journey and time that I was able to spend with Rama and his friends. The game deals with the difficult topic very respectfully and also offers a good dose of life wisdom that can even help …"

"Afterlove EP is a touching look at life, love, grief, and what it’s like to move on as someone comes to terms with a tragedy and looks forward."

"Afterlove EP doesn’t always hit the right pitch for me, but its art style is captivating, its gameplay gripping, and its story is authentic."

"Afterlove EP is a quaint and charming adventure title solely focused on moving on, and does a great job conveying that with its scenario, characters, and music numbers. [S]core one more point for Indonesia&s;s gaming scene for another banger of …"

"Afterlove EP delivers a heartfelt narrative enriched by Jakarta’s vibrant backdrop, blending visual novel storytelling with exploration and rhythm-based gameplay. Despite minor technical flaws, its emotional depth, cultural authenticity, and musical integration make it a compelling and immersive experience worth …"

"Though Afterlove EP presents technical issues and some inconsistencies in its gameplay — with the former being easy to fix with a patch —, the overall result is extremely and beautifully positive. As a client of the agency I work …"

"While its exploration of its characters feelings and relationships in the wake of tragedy is great, its rhythm elements fall flat, making for an uneven mix"

"Afterlove EP carries the essence of underground indie rock band culture, with the entire atmosphere of the game centered around this aesthetic, and can be metaphorically described as the sound of a distorted guitar playing the melancholic chord progressions of …"

"Afterlove EP pulls from a deep emotional well to weave threads of grief, love, hope, resentment, forgiveness, identity and more through a mostly-good mix of choice-driven visual novel and rhythm game. It has some issues with flow, and the rhythm …"

"When a game makes you feel emotions in the first five minutes, it gives you expectations for a great overall experience. Whilst Afterlove EP isn’t able to fully capitalize on its strong opening, the story remains touching throughout. I have …"

"The music and vibe of Afterlove are both fittingly beautiful with the contrast in difficulty in certain rhythm sections doing a great job of showcasing Rama’s focus at the time."

"Afterlove EP tells a powerful story about loss and grief, with excellent writing and a gorgeous world to explore at your leisure."

"Afterlove EP definitely fits with the cosy set: slow tempo, heartwarming narrative, and sad story (yes). The themes of grief, mental health and their impacts on our lives are explored in a way that feels gentle, much like Fahmi&s;s earlier …"

"Blemished and imperfect though it may be, Afterlove EP is a moving, heartfelt story that has a lot to say about grief, love, and moving on."

"By Afterlove EP’s closing moments, I was happy to take the needle from the vinyl and put the record back in its sleeve. I will file it away in the collection, an imperfect album, with some standout tracks that make …"

"Afterlove EP is a deeply moving narrative experience that explores themes of loss, mental health, and healing. While the pacing mechanics falter and some of the narrative beats feel disjointed, the game&s;s strong writing, evocative setting, and themes make it …"

"With a strong storyline and fun gameplay, AfterLove EP beautifully and masterfully handles the deep topic of grief."

"I left Afterlove EP feeling more confused and frustrated than I was moved. It has a lot of interesting things to say about moving on from loss, the vicious hold that grief can have on us, and how art and …"

"Afterlove EP is a poignant and heartfelt visual novel that explores some intense stuff about grief, wrapped up in the conceit of still talking to those who have passed on. However the lack of control, choice and gameplay options left …"

"Afterlove EP hits deep, like a song that lingers after the last note. Its heartfelt story and striking visuals resonate, but the barebones gameplay feels like a missed beat. Still, branching choices keep it engaging, and its manga-inspired art and …"

"Afterlove EP captures very well the life of a man trying to cope with the loss of a loved one, but certain aspects prevent him from being able to fully work with his emotions."

"Afterlove EP is an emotionally impactful visual novel that combines a heartfelt story with engaging rhythm gameplay, making for a truly unique experience. As an additional precaution, you should be emotionally ready to take a few tumbles as you go."