Lily of the Valley

ebi-hime

Rank: #2 / 7
Released: 2017
Studio: ebi-hime
Genre: visual novel

At a glance

Lily of the Valley is a visual novel by ebi-hime, following a man who returns to Wales after his mother’s death and meets a mysterious girl in the countryside. Her connection to his mother, her fascination with death and her resemblance to his childhood sweetheart raise questions as their unusual friendship develops. The game is a revamped version of an earlier visual novel, and its story is about 25,000 words long. Players can choose between two art styles. The release also includes a hidden extra scene and author’s notes. Its listed Steam features include single-player play, achievements, trading cards and Family Sharing. The game is available for Windows, Linux and macOS according to the platform facts; the Steam platform listing specifically names Windows and Linux. It is categorized as a casual and indie game as well as a visual novel, and ebi-hime is both its developer and publisher.

Who it is for

It suits readers looking for a single-player visual novel centered on an unsettling meeting and unresolved questions about the girl. The two art-style options may appeal to players who want a choice in presentation.

What is good

Approximately 25,000 words of visual novel content.
Two art styles to choose from.
Includes a hidden extra scene and author’s notes.
Single-player with Steam achievements and trading cards.

What to know first

The Steam platform list names Windows and Linux only.
It is a single-player visual novel.

Verdict

Lily of the Valley pairs a countryside mystery with a choice of two art styles and a hidden extra scene. It is a single-player visual novel available on Windows, Linux and macOS in the listed platform facts.