Soulslayer

Soulslayer

2017

A compact time-loop murder mystery worth untangling

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The WhatsNext verdict

Soulslayer is a focused choice for players who enjoy short murder mysteries, time loops, and culturally distinctive visual novels. Play it for the investigation and atmosphere, preferably in Chinese or with patience for its uneven English localization.

What it does best

  • A compact time-loop murder mystery worth untangling

  • A distinct Han Dynasty Chinese visual identity

  • A visual novel where solving the routes is part of the puzzle

  • Historical details that make the setting feel culturally specific

What might put you off

  • The English localization and clue logic can be frustrating

  • It is very short and loses novelty after the routes are solved

The setup

What you are walking into

An exciting advanture in a story of ancient Chinese setting.Visual Novel with multiple endings to explore.

Where it lives

LinuxPC (Microsoft Windows)MacNintendo Switch

Genre

PuzzleAdventureIndie
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