Okay, confession time. I have a soft spot for the weird. The wonderfully, gloriously weird. And the PS Vita, bless its departed little heart, was a haven for it.
Especially when we talk about games like A Rose in the Twilight. Now, I know what you’re thinking. “Another gloomy puzzle game?” Bear with me!
A Bloody Good Time (Pun Intended!)
Our heroine, Rose, has a very peculiar power. She can absorb blood and use it to manipulate time. It's not exactly sunshine and rainbows, is it?
Think of it as a gothic platformer with a splash of strategic dismemberment. You know, family fun!
Yes, you read that right. Rose isn't alone. She has a giant companion. He's basically a golem, and he's invincible.
It's up to Rose to guide the Golem, use her blood powers, and solve the mystery of the cursed castle.
So, What's the Catch?
Well, let's be honest. A Rose in the Twilight isn’t exactly a barrel of laughs. It can be grim. Very grim, but some players find the game difficulty to be annoying, because the game has trial and error to it.
It's got a distinct aesthetic. If you're not into the whole decaying castle, blood-soaked everything, and melancholy music vibe, this might not be your cup of tea.
I see it as a unique puzzle game that is a bit frustrating, but still fun to finish!
Here's Where the Unpopular Opinion Comes In…
I genuinely think this game is underrated. Seriously. People see the dark visuals and the puzzle-solving, and they immediately write it off.
They might moan about the difficulty. Or complain about the fact that you will die a lot. But here's the thing. It's a *puzzle game*! Trial and error is part of the fun.
Each time you die, you learn a little more about the environment. You figure out a new way to use Rose’s powers. It’s a morbid learning experience!
Plus, the story is surprisingly touching. Despite the gothic setting and the grim nature of the game, there is also a touching story between Rose and the Golem.
The relationship that develops between them is pretty great, too. Despite the language barrier between the two. How good is that, right?
It's a testament to how much the two actually care about each other.
The Vita's Hidden Gems
The Vita was full of quirky games. Titles that took risks. Games that dared to be different. A Rose in the Twilight fits right in.
It's not perfect. It’s not going to be everyone’s favourite. But it has charm and originality to spare.
If you have a Vita gathering dust, I urge you to give it a shot. You might be surprised.
Plus, who doesn't love a good game with a giant, invincible friend?
So, embrace the gloom! Embrace the blood! Embrace the weirdness! Give A Rose in the Twilight a chance. You might just find a bloody brilliant gem.
