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The Day Before You Gone

An adventure shattering stereotypes, a psychological experiment forcing a struggle within oneself. The tale of a girl with magical abilities who loses her beloved. Will she have a chance to turn back time? It's up to you!

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Developer
Aequalis Studio
Publisher
Aequalis Studio, Antelus Games
Release
January 5, 2024
2 years and 210 days ago
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Mostly Positive60 reviews78.3%

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About the Game


Set in a medieval fantasy world, an era filled with magic and dangers at every step. The main protagonist, Nicole, discovers her magical abilities and falls deeply in love with a simple guy from the neighboring town.

As a natural cataclysm divides the Empire into two parts, enmity erupts between the peoples, and the heroes find themselves on opposite sides. The rift in the universe echoes the rift in Nicole's heart. She realizes that she will never see her beloved again. Or will she have a chance to turn back time? Is it worth chasing the initial feelings, sacrificing the destinies of her loved ones, or accept her fate?


The karma system allows players to accumulate or decrease the parameter based on the moral choices, leading to different endings. A psychological survey forces players to confront themselves, compelling honest answers and sharing events from their past.

Featuring a unique hand-drawn visual style, divided into two meaningful parts: a first-person perspective and the heroine's narrative through showcased sketches in an album. Over 100 exclusive background arts, animations and full-fledged video-cut-scenes.

Utilizing 16 live instruments to compose the background music: guitars, drums, harps, violins, Japanese mandolin, Chinese guqin, Arabic oud and more. An exclusive soundtrack from a Russian singer, written specifically for the game's narrative. Professional Russian voiceover.


Features:
• the karma system and its impact on endings
• the demolition of the fourth wall
• plot twist based on opportunities to play with time
• QTE events and mini-games
• in-game bonuses: built-in achievements, a map, a description of the universe
• hidden by developers treasures within Russia's territory, with in-game coordinates leading to them
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