75
MONSTER
The fate of humanity is at stake. Use your gift of clairvoyance to see into the future and stop an apocalypse that threatens the balance between your world and the deities'.
Game analysis
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Story and Narrative
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77
Harmony: The Fall of Reverie dazzles with rich storytelling, existential themes, and emotional depth, earning praise for its branching choices and poetic world-building, but falters under uneven pacing, unresolved plot threads, and character inconsistencies that undermine its ambitious vision.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
77
Positive Reviews (80-100)
67%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
28%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
5%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
Harmony: The Fall of Reverie dazzles with rich storytelling, existential themes, and emotional depth, earning praise for its branching choices and poetic world-building, but falters under uneven pacing, unresolved plot threads, and character inconsistencies that undermine its ambitious vision.
Gameplay Mechanics
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69
Harmony: The Fall of Reverie dazzles with choice-driven storytelling and strategic depth via node-based progression and the Augural mechanic, but its arbitrary systems, clunky interfaces, and restrictive choices alienate some. A polarizing blend of innovation and frustration.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
69
Positive Reviews (80-100)
35%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
58%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
7%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Harmony: The Fall of Reverie dazzles with choice-driven storytelling and strategic depth via node-based progression and the Augural mechanic, but its arbitrary systems, clunky interfaces, and restrictive choices alienate some. A polarizing blend of innovation and frustration.
Graphics and Visual Design
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80
Critics raved over Harmony: The Fall of Reverie’s dazzling art style, vibrant worlds, and whimsical charm, likening its visuals to Studio Ghibli and Steven Universe. While some noted repetition and technical hiccups, the game’s artistic vision and emotional storytelling overshadowed flaws, cementing its status as a visually stunning triumph.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
80
Positive Reviews (80-100)
74%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
26%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
Critics raved over Harmony: The Fall of Reverie’s dazzling art style, vibrant worlds, and whimsical charm, likening its visuals to Studio Ghibli and Steven Universe. While some noted repetition and technical hiccups, the game’s artistic vision and emotional storytelling overshadowed flaws, cementing its status as a visually stunning triumph.
Music and Sound Design
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80
Harmony: The Fall of Reverie dazzles with Lena Raine’s hauntingly beautiful, narrative-driven score and stellar voice acting, creating an immersive emotional tapestry. Critics raved about its atmospheric depth, dynamic music shifts, and performances that breathe life into characters, calling it a “narrative experience” and “stunning soundtrack.” While some noted minor hiccups—limited musical scope, underwhelming SFX, and technical quirks—the audio remains a towering strength, elevating the game’s artistry and storytelling.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
80
Positive Reviews (80-100)
71%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
26%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
3%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Harmony: The Fall of Reverie dazzles with Lena Raine’s hauntingly beautiful, narrative-driven score and stellar voice acting, creating an immersive emotional tapestry. Critics raved about its atmospheric depth, dynamic music shifts, and performances that breathe life into characters, calling it a “narrative experience” and “stunning soundtrack.” While some noted minor hiccups—limited musical scope, underwhelming SFX, and technical quirks—the audio remains a towering strength, elevating the game’s artistry and storytelling.
Voice Acting
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81
Critics raved about Harmony: The Fall of Reverie's voice acting as a masterclass in emotional storytelling, with standout performances, stellar casting, and relatable characters elevating the narrative. While minor gripes—like inconsistent animations, translation quirks, and uneven character delivery—dented perfection, the near-unanimous praise for its authenticity and depth cemented it as a game-changer.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VOICE ACTING
Acting Score
81
Positive Reviews (80-100)
87%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
13%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the voice acting.
TL;DR
voice acting
Critics raved about Harmony: The Fall of Reverie's voice acting as a masterclass in emotional storytelling, with standout performances, stellar casting, and relatable characters elevating the narrative. While minor gripes—like inconsistent animations, translation quirks, and uneven character delivery—dented perfection, the near-unanimous praise for its authenticity and depth cemented it as a game-changer.
Technical Performance
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68
Harmony: The Fall of Reverie delivers smooth, stable gameplay on most platforms but suffers from uneven polish—Xbox and PC shine with minor hiccups, while Switch and PS5 grapple with load times, animation glitches, and repetitive design. A flawed yet functional experience that prioritizes fun over perfection.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
68
Positive Reviews (80-100)
36%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
55%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
9%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
Harmony: The Fall of Reverie delivers smooth, stable gameplay on most platforms but suffers from uneven polish—Xbox and PC shine with minor hiccups, while Switch and PS5 grapple with load times, animation glitches, and repetitive design. A flawed yet functional experience that prioritizes fun over perfection.
Replay Value
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69
Praise for branching narratives, multiple endings, and choice-driven replayability—yet criticized for limited gameplay variety, linear storytelling, tedious mechanics, and underdeveloped characters. Mixed reception: ambitious narrative with flaws that hinder accessibility.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
69
Positive Reviews (80-100)
43%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
51%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
6%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Praise for branching narratives, multiple endings, and choice-driven replayability—yet criticized for limited gameplay variety, linear storytelling, tedious mechanics, and underdeveloped characters. Mixed reception: ambitious narrative with flaws that hinder accessibility.
Overall Verdict
75
MONSTER
OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
75
Positive Reviews (80-100)
57%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
40%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
3%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
A bold, ambitious visual novel that dazzles with narrative depth, stunning art, and innovative choice-driven mechanics, but falters under uneven pacing, jarring gameplay limitations, and overcomplicated design, splitting critics between praise for its emotional resonance and frustration over execution flaws.
75
MONSTER
Reviews
69 reviews found90
Movies Games and Tech
Jul 14, 2023
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Harmony: The Fall of Reverie is a market-leading title in the visual novel genre.
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90
XboxAddict
Aug 10, 2023
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Harmony: The Fall of Reverie is a beautifully written game that raises the bar for consequences based on choices. It tackles various complex topics and presents LGBTQ+ characters and values gracefully. The reviewer highly recommends the game and considers it DON'T NOD's best game to date.
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90
Checkpoint Gaming
Jun 8, 2023
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A compelling, nuanced story told beautifully and with many diverging paths. Harmony: The Fall of Reverie is a stunning example of how powerful the visual novel format can be.
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90
GameGrin
Jun 8, 2023
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Harmony: The Fall of Reverie is an excellent game that showcases the evolution of story-driven adventures. It offers a unique narrative experience with lovable characters, a well-crafted world, and a future-seeing system that adds replay value.
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90
GamingTrend
Jun 13, 2023
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Harmony: The Fall of Reverie is a must-play for visual novel and story-driven game fans. It excels in all aspects of game analysis and offers a captivating and emotionally interactive narrative.
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90
Digital Chumps
Jun 20, 2023
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Harmony: The Fall of Reverie is praised as a top-tier branching narrative visual novel. While it may not appeal to everyone, it is recommended for fans of visual novels and interactive storytelling.
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90
Shacknews
Jun 8, 2023
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Harmony: The Fall of Reverie offers a compelling narrative-driven experience with a true sense of player agency.
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90
Multiplayer.it
Jun 8, 2023
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Praised for excellent characters, mature storyline, and visually appealing design. Criticized for slow pace and lack of Italian language support.
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90
God is a Geek
Jun 11, 2023
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Harmony: The Fall of Reverie is a beautiful game with engaging story, interesting choice mechanics, well-written characters, and strong voice acting. The visual novel style might put some players off, but the writing is excellent and the art style is delightful.
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88
IGN Italia
Jun 11, 2023
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Hailed as the most mature work by DON'T NOD, providing a compelling and thought-provoking journey through the world of Reverie.
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