Love and Evil Things is an 18+ visual novel set in a seemingly ordinary high school, where a group of teenage girls navigates adolescence amid the looming threat of an ancient cosmic force. As the male protagonist, players must decide whether to protect their classmates or embrace darkness, shaping a narrative that intertwines personal growth with existential stakes.
1. Dual Paths of Morality: Shape the World’s Fate
• Choice-Driven Storytelling: Every decision impacts the narrative, from subtle classroom interactions to pivotal choices that determine alliances, character relationships, and the ultimate outcome of the eldritch threat.
• Moral Complexity: The line between heroism and villainy blurs as players uncover hidden motives, secret alliances, and the protagonist’s fractured psyche, which ties into the ancient curse binding the class.
• Consequence-Driven Endings: Over 15 distinct endings emerge from choices, ranging from bittersweet sacrifices to apocalyptic outcomes, ensuring replayability and deep narrative immersion.
2. Rich Character Development: Bonds Forged in Crisis
• Diverse Cast: Meet 12+ girls, each with unique personalities, fears, and aspirations—from the stoic honor student hiding a traumatic past to the cheerful artist grappling with supernatural visions.
• Dynamic Relationships: Build trust, romance, or rivalry through dialogue trees and event scenes, with character backstories evolving based on interactions. Subtle hints of supernatural influence add layers to their motivations.
• Classroom Politics: Navigate group dynamics, cliques, and secrets that mirror real adolescent struggles, all while uncovering clues about the ancient entity threatening their world.
3. Unique Blend of Humor and Horror
• Lighthearted Moments: Share laugh-out-loud scenarios, like chaotic club activities or quirky festivals, juxtaposed against eerie foreshadowing of the looming evil.
• Atmospheric Tension: Environmental storytelling immerses players in a school slowly succumbing to supernatural decay, with shifting soundscapes and visual cues signaling escalating danger.
• Meta-Narrative Layers: The game occasionally breaks the fourth wall, with the protagonist questioning his role in the story—a nod to the developer’s love for self-aware storytelling .
4. Technical & Creative Excellence
• Ren’Py Engine Polish: Built with Ren’Py, the game features smooth animations, expressive character sprites, and a haunting original soundtrack that shifts tone with the narrative.
• Artistic Vision: Stylized character designs blend anime-inspired aesthetics with surreal horror elements, creating a visually arresting experience.
• Community-Driven Growth: Developed by indie team Petals, the game has evolved through player feedback, with updates adding new routes, voice acting, and expanded lore .
