There's a creeping claustrophobia here. The art is shadowy; details and anyone outside of our main three characters fade into the dim background. And the eerie music draws you into it, perfectly setting the tone for this obsessive game. This is a story that grows with each replay-- not only does each new ending reveal new facets of the characters, but you can unlock different POVs and learn more about what is actually motivating things. (The keyhole scene is particularly great from each POV). The interplay between Levon and X and the ways they respond to our main character is delicious. I can't decide who I prefer. Each is compelling (and terrible) in their own way. At times, this game reminds me of Ebon Light (with the carefully limited player perspective, dark backgrounds, and hint of madness), though Darling, Darling... Dead? is a more concise and overall darker story. Pay attention to TWs, but I'd recommend this for anyone who wants a gothic otome. ETA: After 100%ing the g...
Darling, Darling... Dead?
- Release Date:
- Nov 29, 2024
- Developer:
- Chthonic Chrome Studio
- Publisher:
- Chthonic Chrome Studio
- Platforms:
- Windows Mac Linux
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About This Game
Yandere x yandere x yandere: one must go.
Yandere x yandere, a vampire-themed Visual Novel.
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Summary:
Today is the day when you’re totally, definitely, for sure, going to break up with your... not quite lover. You expect contempt, an argument, or a complete lack of reaction, but what you get is—
A murder attempt* and a proposal?!
*you might or might not be an unreliable narrator
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What’s in store:
Not safe, not sane, but definitely consensual yandere romance
Customizable yandere protagonist (name, sprite)
Two (2) yandere love interests
Over 60k words, approximately 5-8 hours of playthrough (depending on your reading speed) for 100% completion
Two Playable Modes:
Story Mode:
Main storyline with only the relevant POVs unlocked,
3 out of 8 endings available
Exploration Mode:
3 routes (X, Levon, mixed) with 2 branches per route,
Multiple branches of varying lengths,
Unlockable achievements,
In-game guide included in achievements, after completing one ending,
All POVs unlocked on replay for corresponding scenes,
9 CGs and 13 item images
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Characters:
MC:
A bitten vampire, saved by Levon from a group of monster hunters. Sheltered in the mansion of Levon’s soon-to-be (dead) betrothed, MC developed a label-less relationship with his/her/their savior, which grew strained over the years. Currently working as a monster hunter.
Levon de Nisau:

Coming from a lowly background, Levon rose to power and fortune by the means of inheritance. Merciless, selfish, and oftentimes harsh, he used to navigate life by adopting a charismatic social butterfly persona. Now, being one of the richest and most affluent men in the country, he no longer bothers with such pretense.
X:

Formerly an orphan MC saved from being killed in the witch trials, now a young man who refuses to seek a better future for himself, stubbornly staying in Levon’s mansion as a servant. Despite that, X is rather cocky and brash, even towards his employer.
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Credits:
Engine: [Ren'Py by Tom Rothamel]
Writing: [PDRRook], [Dom]
Art Assets, GUI Design: [PDRRook]
Coding, GUI Coding: [PDRRook], [Dom]
Music and SFX: Nicolas Jeudy of DARK FANTASY STUDIO, Ovani Sound, Joel Steudler
Fonts, Free for Personal and Commercial Use: [Prince Valiant], [CAT Altgotisch], [Atkinson Hyperlegible]
Kinetic Text Tags Code: [Wattson]
Splash Stock Videos: [Vecteezy]
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User Reviews
System Requirements
Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7 or newer
- Processor: 1 Ghz
- Memory: 512 MB RAM
- Graphics: DirectX or OpenGL compatible card
- Storage: 240 MB available space
FAQ
How much does Darling, Darling... Dead? cost?
Darling, Darling... Dead? costs $12.00.
What are the system requirements for Darling, Darling... Dead??
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 or newer Processor: 1 Ghz Memory: 512 MB RAM Graphics: DirectX or OpenGL compatible card Storage: 240 MB available space
What platforms is Darling, Darling... Dead? available on?
Darling, Darling... Dead? is available on Windows PC, macOS, Linux.
Is Darling, Darling... Dead? worth buying?
Darling, Darling... Dead? has 100% positive reviews from 2 players.
When was Darling, Darling... Dead? released?
Darling, Darling... Dead? was released on Nov 29, 2024.
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