Under Pretense Of Death

Step into a beautifully painted fantasy realm with Under Pretense of Death, a free visual novel that feels like playing through an illustrated storybook. The art style is a real standout vibrant, detailed, and fresh, pulling you into a world where Faerie and Elven nobility hold sway, and races like Orcs, Trolls, and Gnomes are part of everyday life.

You play as Solis, a half elf who travels to a remote island kingdom to honor the final request of a departed friend. It’s a personal journey that quickly becomes an adventure, as exploring the new city leads to unexpected encounters and unfolding mysteries.

What really brings the story to life are the characters. During your quest, you’ll cross paths with four potential love interests, and every choice you make in your conversations shapes your relationships and steers the narrative in unique directions. Will you find a deep connection, or will your words create distance? The power is in your hands. Along the way, you can also gather clues and items that aid your core mission, making friendships and possibly a few rivalries.

The experience is richly crafted, with partial voice acting, expressive character animations, and a lovely original soundtrack that sets the mood. True to the visual novel style, there’s plenty of engaging text and dialogue to dive into. The demo offers about an hour of gameplay, branching into three different endings that explore the same plot from various angles. Plus, there’s an additional update that delves into a side story about Solis’s past romance with an elven mage named Oberon, giving more depth to her history.

If you enjoy narrative driven games with a mix of romance, fantasy, and meaningful choices similar to titles like Jolly Roger or Bad Batch Dating Sim then this captivating demo is well worth your time. Uncover secrets, enjoy the stunning artwork, and see where your decisions lead you.