Until Then Reviews
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.
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, and loneliness, weaving these themes into a deeply personal journey that resonates long after the game is over. By the end of the journey, players are left not only pondering the mysteries of Mark’s world but also reflecting on their own perceptions and assumptions. Until Then is not just a game to be played; it’s an experience to be felt, remembered, and cherished for its ability to provoke thought and evoke emotion.
I'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 gotten a lot out of visual novels and the like, its dialogue-driven adventure was easy for me to digest. And as a fan of pixel art, I loved the work Polychroma did here to bring its recreation of the Philippines to life. But even if none of those boxes are checked for you, I'm still tempted to recommend Until Then regardless. Its deeply human story, told with emotionally sincere dialogue, its ability to showcase the beauty of Filipino culture, its mind-breaking second half are all worth experiencing for gamers from all walks of life. Go play this game and let's go meet at the Jollibee to decompress after. Salamat, Polychroma.