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Until Then: Deluxe Edition

Until Then: Deluxe Edition

|Philippines, Sweden|Visual Novel, Indie

8.6 /10

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The Deluxe Edition includes: - Until Then - Until Then Afterimages DLC In a world still recovering from catastrophe, Mark Borja and his friends navigate the joys and woes of another year of high school. Wake up in a typical teenage bedroom, practice piano, race to meet homework deadlines, and build (and burn) relationships, as you reminisce about the daily insecurities of high school life. That is, until a fateful meeting sets off a chain reaction, upending Mark's life. People disappear and memories prove unreliable. Uncover a hidden truth with Mark and his friends in this narrative adventure and race to unravel the mystery before it's too late. Play Out Your Own Adventure Meet a diverse and achingly familiar cast of characters to converse with in person, over text, and through email. Get to know them, build relationships, flunk group projects, and watch how their individual personal stories unfold alongside yours. Investigate the Setting through Everyday Technology Explore the depths of social media where your likes and comments may pose consequences. Scroll through social posts, emails, webpages, and more on your in-game smartphone, where you might discover hints and clues about the people and world around you. Chat with your friends, classmates, and even strangers. Explore Themes of Love, Loss, and Friendship Tackle philosophical issues as the main character. Make mistakes and difficult choices. Will Mark stand up for his friends and be there when they need him or will he let them down? Can he heal his wounds by letting go of the past? Decide for yourself how Mark grows and strives to do better throughout the story. Play Addictively Mundane Minigames Insert a flash drive—oh wait, wrong way—nope, it was right the first time. Fight your friend for more fishballs at the food stand outside. Get in the groove to pay for the jeepney. Lose yourself in little games you find yourself playing in everyday life. Immerse Yourself in a Cinematic Visual Experience Witness an intriguing narrative uniquely presented in eye-catching hand-drawn pixel art and immerse yourself in the warm colors and music of a world trying to move on from tragedy. Characters, landscapes, and props blend in 3D. Shadows, reflections, and lighting set the tone in a lovingly crafted experience. Experience a World Inspired by Philippine Locations and Culture Traverse Philippine-inspired landscapes in search for the truth. From the heart of the bustling capital to long bus rides past grass fields and coast towns, explore the world of Until Then set in a fictional version of the Philippines. Interior spaces are shaped by the mannerisms of the locals, setting the scene for a recent past.

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This is a Bundle leaning into Visual Novel, Indie, Adventure. Confirm the form and fantasy before you commit.

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EurogamerJason Rodriguez · 25 Jun, 2024
8/10

While the setting and inspirations are Filipino through and through, the themes of friendship, love, loss, and acceptance in this visual novel are universal.

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Push SquareJohn Cal McCormick · 25 Jun, 2024
8/10

In the end, Until Then is a bit like a pixelated Life Is Strange. And like the best Life Is Strange games, it strikes a near-perfect balance between the mundanity of every day life and the joyous and devastating moments that occasionally perforate that normality.

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Nintendo LifeOliver Reynolds · 30 Jun, 2025
8/10

Gameplay is understandably pretty limited, and you’ll spend most of your time simply pressing ‘A’ to advance the dialogue. Occasionally, you’ll be able to move left or right through the environment, and developer Polychroma Games has also seen fit to include a bunch of fun little minigames.

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Comunidad XboxMiguel Osorio · 28 Apr, 2026
8/10

Until Then is a game that stands out for its audiovisual storytelling, offering a story that is both captivating and moving.

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NintendoWorldReportJoel DeWitte · 21 Jul, 2025
8.5/10

The undercooked mystery backdrop is a small blemish because they nailed the writing and character development. Even an underwhelming soundtrack can't diminish the heart on-display through emotionally raw dialogue and facial expressions. Give yourself the experience of reigniting those moments that were powerful at the time but seem small in retrospect. Allow yourself to feel the volatility of teenage life through the eyes of Mark. Play Until Then.

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WellPlayedJade Stevenson · 20 Jul, 2025
8.5/10

Until Then is a powerful narrative that explores both bigger- and smaller-picture issues of adolescent life. Despite some very confronting themes, the game handles its heavy tale with sensitivity and care, and the result is an experience that will undoubtedly leave its mark on anyone who plays it.

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Nintendo BlastIvanir Ignacchitti · 1 Jul, 2025
9.5/10

Until Then is a text adventure with an impactful narrative and beautiful direction that make it a strong example of what the genre can do. It's a must-play, be it on Switch or other platforms, especially for those who love the genre or personal growth tales and human drama.

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Nindie SpotlightJustin Nation · 27 Jun, 2025
8.2/10

While it can still feel limited by its format, and a bug or two was hit, among its peers Until Then manages to stand pretty tall

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NintendoBoyGuilherme Varoto · 23 Jun, 2025
9/10

With few setbacks, which are negligible to a certain extent, it is a complete package, with an immersive story that uses the media in which it was produced to tell it in a different way than anything that could be seen in an animation or traditional book. This is one experience that will remain in my memory as one of the most spectacular.

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GAMES.CHJasmin Linder · 23 Jun, 2025
8.3/10

But if you don't let all of this put you off and struggle through the rather slow first third of the game, you will be rewarded with an exciting and well-told story that will leave no one eye dry.

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