I freaking adore some of this game. The metaphors in the art and gameplay about her anxiety are *chef's kiss.* Some of the ritual I didn't really get. I also apparently got a bad ending, even though I think I did everything? Anyway, great experience overall!
A wonderful and utterly amazing game, chock full of easter eggs and charm. This game might as well be the epitome of passion in a game, the golden standard for indie games. And for FREE??? This is a miracle. A MIRACLE, I TELL YOU!
And dare I say, this game has some genius gameplay design philosophy, where curiosity is both rewarded and punished, after all...curiosity, kills the Kat.
This game also has really good writing for a free indie game, one most certainly intriguing introduction that really reels you in with questions from the beginning. The puzzles are fun, but there's also alternate ways to complete some of them, which again, ties with the whole idea of "curiosity". The premise of completing rituals and the supernatural is also really well executed, because the whole appeal of the supernatural is its enigmatic nature that is at its core. To further solidify my point, take a show like "Jujutsu Kaisen". In theory, it's a show on the supernatural, but at a certain point, the shift of the story goes from "spooky ghosts with lots of intrigue", to your basic, superpowered shounen, where power creep and the plot ultimately take away that cryptic and occult feel, it no longer feels like exorcising ghosts and feels more like just battling people with cool powers. Paper Lily isn't like that. Sure, it sure is odd comparing games to shows, but the focus on the keeping some of the secrets still veiled is a very nice touch. The humour is also quite stellar, giving a nice break between the scary sections, very lighthearted and comedic for a psychological horror. Speaking of horror, this game excels at it, serving as a nice bridge for inexperienced newbies (like me) in the genre, as it doesn't play with too many jumpscares, but instead, it fills you with a certain dread and paranoia, as well as using disturbing imagery and a teeny tiny bit of gore. Plus, just like any other pixelated indie game, there's a lot of flavor text, which is always a plus. And the artstyle, oh the ARTSTYLE is so, so cozy, the mix of the pixelated overworld and visual novel style character models and cutscenes is a classic, but it WORKS!! The ambient soundtrack is so immersive and so addicting, it fits the game perfectly, either reserved to enhance the chill vibes, or for intensifying the scares, and I just absolutely wish, YEARN, for the soundtrack to be on Spotify (waaahhh, I'm sad). And each character is, unsuprisingly, incredibly lovable. Not to mention, because of the multiple endings, achievements, and second chapter (coming soon), you can milk this game for hours on end. I only have five hours on it right now, but it's completely and utterly excellent.
i have literally no words for how amazing this game is, not just for the story but for the designs, arts, soundtrack, characters, gameplay, puzzles, plots, every little detail and of course the absolute cinema story we have.
on the last scenes i was just walking around trying to delay the fact that the game had to end, its really really REALLY difficult for a game to have my attention a 100% but i would play this game again and again with no problems, my mission now is to put all of my friends to play this piece of art
cant wait for the chapter 2 cause i want to breathe every single information of this game :3
Amazing game!! 10/10 would recommend! Lovely artstyle, music and story. What got to me most was the vibes of this game. It was unnerving, but simultaneously soothing as well.
Made an account just to comment. Man, what an experience. I read the chapter 1 on the games title and assumed it would be a short play, I'm so glad that wasn't the case. Reading that it was made by only two people is incredible! The amount of effort put into this is astounding. From something as small like the little niche details that some people think wouldn't even matter, completely elevates the experience of how the game is played. There wasn't a character I didn't end up caring for. Also, shoutout to the art and music creators. Kudos to everyone, cannot wait to play the next one. Thank you again!!
i remember playing this right when it was released. amazing game, but i got lost in the forest way too easily so i don't really remember anything other than that.
i might pick it up again since i have a more stable pc (and in hopes that im not as dumb as before) (❁´◡`❁)
I love this game, but i was never able to complete it (unfortunately), mostly because this game's kinda confusing for me, i never know what else to do after completing one task, or maybe it's just my skill issue with adventure games
Nevertheless, the story is amazing and art is beautiful, and i hope in chapter 2 we'll get a less confusing gameplay (like, add tutorials or hints maybe?)
I think a good way to go about it when you are stuck in this game is to grab some tea and think it through , the solution always makes sense with a combination of logic and intuition .
The game is purposefully not holding the player hand because you are encouraged to make your own choices and your own mistakes , that's the spirit of "there is always another way !"
The ending sections are 10/10 , i hope you try again
grandioso juego de verdad me ah encantado es increíble que espere asta hoy para jugarlo la historia es increíble al igual que los personajes me gusto en toque de fantasía y terror que tiene . para resumir muy buen juego recomendadisimo
Amazing game! I don't know why I'm making a review only now (I played it on Steam last year). Sadly, I can't review it on Steam because I have a limited account so I'm reviewing it here.
I loved the character designs and CGs. Finishing it took me about ~6 hours (although I missed some stuff).
There were some parts that confused me such as when you had to get past the 3 train rails, so I had to look those up because I got frustrated lol. Also, I found it funny when (SPOILER vvv)
I accidentally flooded the elevator because I didn't realize there were other ways you could place the bulbs (?). I had to go back and realize that I was missing some.
I was also sad when I realized I missed some extra characters and Steam achievements, so I might replay the game in the future when Chapter 2 comes out or whenever I'm in the mood.
dude i love this game i can't wait for chapter 2!! if you could show some more of kat? even just a tiny bit i would really appreciate it i loved her character and character design and would really love to see her again! <3 love - kyle
I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily
Hello, The progress of my story in my paper lily series is still up! Check it out and Leave a like if you enjoy it. The game was really beautiful and rich in story
Oh. My. Gosh. I just finished playing and I can say without a doubt that this is my favorite game of all time. I'll wait as long as it takes for chapter 2
i love this game sm i actually cant describe it because it hit me in all the good places and I WANT CHAPTER 2 OUT and ill be super patient for it because chapter 1 was so awesome i cant wait for chapter 2 THIS WAS AWOSME
i downloaded this game a long while back and i keep coming back to it from time to time. So much nostalgia and comfort tied to the story, gameplay and music.
Do yourself the favor and play this game if you already haven't.
honstly surprised that this game is free, tho that was the only reason I tried it at first but this is got to be the story driven game out there no objections,when will chapter 2 come out ?
That was an awesome game I haven't played an rpg maker game like that in about ten years, The two people working on this game deserve a standing ovation Good Job. P.S. I wonder if we will find out what happened to Kat in chapter 2.
This has to be the one of the best horror RPG game I've ever played. Lacie, the story, the atmosphere, the art, the OSTS everything is amazing. Sounds even more amazing to see it's made with Godot. Can't wait to see how amazing Chapter 2 is!
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I freaking adore some of this game. The metaphors in the art and gameplay about her anxiety are *chef's kiss.* Some of the ritual I didn't really get. I also apparently got a bad ending, even though I think I did everything? Anyway, great experience overall!
A wonderful and utterly amazing game, chock full of easter eggs and charm. This game might as well be the epitome of passion in a game, the golden standard for indie games. And for FREE??? This is a miracle. A MIRACLE, I TELL YOU!
And dare I say, this game has some genius gameplay design philosophy, where curiosity is both rewarded and punished, after all...curiosity, kills the Kat.
This game also has really good writing for a free indie game, one most certainly intriguing introduction that really reels you in with questions from the beginning. The puzzles are fun, but there's also alternate ways to complete some of them, which again, ties with the whole idea of "curiosity". The premise of completing rituals and the supernatural is also really well executed, because the whole appeal of the supernatural is its enigmatic nature that is at its core. To further solidify my point, take a show like "Jujutsu Kaisen". In theory, it's a show on the supernatural, but at a certain point, the shift of the story goes from "spooky ghosts with lots of intrigue", to your basic, superpowered shounen, where power creep and the plot ultimately take away that cryptic and occult feel, it no longer feels like exorcising ghosts and feels more like just battling people with cool powers. Paper Lily isn't like that. Sure, it sure is odd comparing games to shows, but the focus on the keeping some of the secrets still veiled is a very nice touch. The humour is also quite stellar, giving a nice break between the scary sections, very lighthearted and comedic for a psychological horror. Speaking of horror, this game excels at it, serving as a nice bridge for inexperienced newbies (like me) in the genre, as it doesn't play with too many jumpscares, but instead, it fills you with a certain dread and paranoia, as well as using disturbing imagery and a teeny tiny bit of gore. Plus, just like any other pixelated indie game, there's a lot of flavor text, which is always a plus. And the artstyle, oh the ARTSTYLE is so, so cozy, the mix of the pixelated overworld and visual novel style character models and cutscenes is a classic, but it WORKS!! The ambient soundtrack is so immersive and so addicting, it fits the game perfectly, either reserved to enhance the chill vibes, or for intensifying the scares, and I just absolutely wish, YEARN, for the soundtrack to be on Spotify (waaahhh, I'm sad). And each character is, unsuprisingly, incredibly lovable. Not to mention, because of the multiple endings, achievements, and second chapter (coming soon), you can milk this game for hours on end. I only have five hours on it right now, but it's completely and utterly excellent.
11/10
I enjoyed reading this review very much :D
Best game I played in so long, would recommend it to my friends. It sure deserves more attention tbh!
Looking forward for chapter 2 :D
One of the best games i've played; would recommend
This game changed my life guys trust
yeah fr, when after playing it first time. I really got a feeling of mundane or nostalgia something like that
i have literally no words for how amazing this game is, not just for the story but for the designs, arts, soundtrack, characters, gameplay, puzzles, plots, every little detail and of course the absolute cinema story we have.
on the last scenes i was just walking around trying to delay the fact that the game had to end, its really really REALLY difficult for a game to have my attention a 100% but i would play this game again and again with no problems, my mission now is to put all of my friends to play this piece of art
cant wait for the chapter 2 cause i want to breathe every single information of this game :3
伙计，我完全喜欢这个游戏，但已经等了很久了第二章......
Amazing game!! 10/10 would recommend! Lovely artstyle, music and story. What got to me most was the vibes of this game. It was unnerving, but simultaneously soothing as well.
And rune was adorable
Made an account just to comment. Man, what an experience. I read the chapter 1 on the games title and assumed it would be a short play, I'm so glad that wasn't the case. Reading that it was made by only two people is incredible! The amount of effort put into this is astounding. From something as small like the little niche details that some people think wouldn't even matter, completely elevates the experience of how the game is played. There wasn't a character I didn't end up caring for. Also, shoutout to the art and music creators. Kudos to everyone, cannot wait to play the next one. Thank you again!!
i remember playing this right when it was released. amazing game, but i got lost in the forest way too easily so i don't really remember anything other than that.
i might pick it up again since i have a more stable pc (and in hopes that im not as dumb as before) (❁´◡`❁)
PLZ DO IT WOLL CHANGE JR LIFE TRUST
I WILL I HAVE IT DOWNLOADED RN WAITING TO BE PLAYED
my favourite rpg horror gmae ever, ive replayed this game over 3 times now and the day chapter 2 drops is the day i can die happy
what about chapter 3
actually i will die happy when all the chapters come out and the game is completed
what about all the sequels in the Paper Lily universe , the Paper Lily combat game , the Novels , The Movies , the Card Game.
ACTUALLY actually, i will die happy once everything related to paper lily is released
Nice game so far, guess now I have to wait patiently for chapter 2 :)
I love this game, but i was never able to complete it (unfortunately), mostly because this game's kinda confusing for me, i never know what else to do after completing one task, or maybe it's just my skill issue with adventure games
Nevertheless, the story is amazing and art is beautiful, and i hope in chapter 2 we'll get a less confusing gameplay (like, add tutorials or hints maybe?)
Lacie is beautiful and Sai is a dick, thank you!
I think a good way to go about it when you are stuck in this game is to grab some tea and think it through , the solution always makes sense with a combination of logic and intuition .
The game is purposefully not holding the player hand because you are encouraged to make your own choices and your own mistakes , that's the spirit of "there is always another way !"
The ending sections are 10/10 , i hope you try again
I love this game more then my girlfriend
grandioso juego de verdad me ah encantado es increíble que espere asta hoy para jugarlo la historia es increíble al igual que los personajes me gusto en toque de fantasía y terror que tiene . para resumir muy buen juego recomendadisimo
OMG IVE BEEN WAITING FOR CHAPTER 2 FOR 2 YEARS MAN :SOB:
STILL NOTHING AWSDUHSUYBDHIDGVKASNFY6IawsbktgudCBYUASV lcbS
PLEASE DEVS MAKE CHAPTER TWO
there's a video teasing chapter two on their YouTube channel, go check it out! wont say anything about it! :)
Amazing game! I don't know why I'm making a review only now (I played it on Steam last year). Sadly, I can't review it on Steam because I have a limited account so I'm reviewing it here.
I loved the character designs and CGs. Finishing it took me about ~6 hours (although I missed some stuff).
There were some parts that confused me such as when you had to get past the 3 train rails, so I had to look those up because I got frustrated lol. Also, I found it funny when (SPOILER vvv)
I accidentally flooded the elevator because I didn't realize there were other ways you could place the bulbs (?). I had to go back and realize that I was missing some.
I was also sad when I realized I missed some extra characters and Steam achievements, so I might replay the game in the future when Chapter 2 comes out or whenever I'm in the mood.
hii i love this game but im currently stuck at the forest part, can somoeone tell me how the signs work pls
What does a sign do ? it tells you where to go
However these signs are special , you have to tell them where you want to go and they have to agree about the destination.
Check out my latest upload, Part 5 of my series. Paper Lily - Chapter 1
Leave a like if you enjoy and Subscribe. Thank you!dude i love this game i can't wait for chapter 2!! if you could show some more of kat? even just a tiny bit i would really appreciate it i loved her character and character design and would really love to see her again! <3 love - kyle
I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily I love paper lily
i see , you are well versed in the language of facts
Was the person in the ending the main character of kat???????!!!!
i doubt it
I'm thinking it's Sai lol
i don't think the dialogues align well with Sai's personality
when is chapter 2
WHAT'S LACIE'S ZODIAC SIGN ?
I think it's Pisces
it's awesome, some parts remembers me a bit of yume nikki for some reason
i agree , the black pass really reminds of that
This was genuinely one of the best games i've ever played, if you're looking for an endless exploration with dark omori elements this is for you
ILL WAIT A DAMN ETERNITY IF I HAVE TO
Realll
oml please this was so good you cant leave me on a cliffhanger like this
i was blessed this year with both miside and paper lilly
Oh. My. Gosh. I just finished playing and I can say without a doubt that this is my favorite game of all time. I'll wait as long as it takes for chapter 2
Facts !
one of my favourite game ever (crying and fairy emojis( can anyone tell me when the second chapter is coming
Samee
Probably not soon lol
well , the future is uncertain but i think 5 - 6 months for a demo with a kickstarter
i love this game sm i actually cant describe it because it hit me in all the good places and I WANT CHAPTER 2 OUT and ill be super patient for it because chapter 1 was so awesome i cant wait for chapter 2 THIS WAS AWOSME
just finished the game, loved the story and the gameplay. Basically the whole game. and the game ost as well.
i downloaded this game a long while back and i keep coming back to it from time to time. So much nostalgia and comfort tied to the story, gameplay and music.
Do yourself the favor and play this game if you already haven't.
honstly surprised that this game is free, tho that was the only reason I tried it at first but this is got to be the story driven game out there no objections,when will chapter 2 come out ?
That was an awesome game I haven't played an rpg maker game like that in about ten years, The two people working on this game deserve a standing ovation Good Job. P.S. I wonder if we will find out what happened to Kat in chapter 2.
This has to be the one of the best horror RPG game I've ever played. Lacie, the story, the atmosphere, the art, the OSTS everything is amazing. Sounds even more amazing to see it's made with Godot. Can't wait to see how amazing Chapter 2 is!
Fully agreed.
I see two errors in the grammar , let me correct
one of the best -----> the best
horror RPG game -----> game
很喜欢这个游戏！期待第二章！
I love this game! Looking forward to Chapter 2! :)