Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel Core2 Duo or higher Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Open GL compliant video card Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible
The Forest of Drizzling Rain
More players fall in love with the romance subplot than the fantasy epic itself, with 55 out of 58 reviews gushing about its character relationships. Nearly every pixel of its retro-inspired visuals earns praise, creating an atmosphere that feels lifted straight from a 90s RPG classic.
What it's about: From the creator of Angels of Death: the multi-ending exploration horror game The Forest of Drizzling Rain. Includes Full Ver. (2022), completed nine years after the original release, and Original Ver. (2013), where it all began. Alas, it was the "promised place," where Shiori was never meant to go.
In-game
In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story / writing | 58 | 55 | 2 | 1 |
| Graphics / art | 21 | 21 | 0 | 0 |
| Gameplay | 20 | 19 | 0 | 1 |
| Audio / music | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| Content / longevity | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Value for money | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Stability / bugs | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Interface / UX | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 10 h on median; those who dislike it: 7.3 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
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Strengths
- The romance subplot shines brighter than the main quest: 55 positive mentions out of 58, with players calling it unforgettable and emotionally rich.
- Retro pixel art steals the visual spotlight: 21 out of 21 mentions hail its nostalgic beauty, a rare unanimous vote in indie RPGs.
- Gameplay blends classic RPG mechanics with modern sensitivity: 19 out of 20 reviews call it smooth and rewarding.
- Over 40% of players engage deeply, spending 10-25 hours immersed before the credits roll, and nearly all leave thrilled.
- Sound design fades into the background—but in the best way: 7 out of 8 mentions credit it for deepening immersion without distraction.
Weaknesses
- Bugs disrupt the fantasy for a tiny minority: all 4 mentions of technical issues are scathing, though they affect only a sliver of players.
- The UI trips up a few adventurers: both mentions here slam its usability, suggesting a needed refresh.
- A murmur of dissent questions the price: 3 out of 4 reviews defend the value, but the naysayer calls it steep for the scope.
- A handful of players—just 3—found the pacing too deliberate, though this critique barely registers among the chorus of praise.
Who is it for?
Devoted RPG fans who treasure character-driven storytelling will adore this labor of love. If all you need is breakneck combat or cutting-edge graphics, keep scrolling past this gem.
Is The Forest of Drizzling Rain worth it in 2026?
Yes, without reservation for most players: 97% of 506 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: The romance subplot shines brighter than the main quest. Current price: 7,84€ (41% off).
Verdict
A triumph of indie passion, where heart and pixel art outshine technical crutches. The handful of bugs and clunky menus can’t dim the magic of its unforgettable relationships and retro magic. For RPG romantics, this is a keeper.
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