As Dusk Falls is the most story-rich interactive drama I’ve ever played, delivering a gripping narrative about two families whose fates are intertwined by a robbery gone wrong.

The characters in As Dusk Falls are complex and morally ambiguous, with only a few of them who could be considered truly "good" – and even that depends on your perspective. The character development is excellent, with each character revealing different sides as the story unfolds. My sympathies shifted multiple times throughout the game, showing how deeply layered and well-written these characters are.

The story itself is a masterclass in drama, maintaining tension from beginning to end. The narrative revolves around the consequences of your choices, and the moral compass feels authentic, with logical, impactful outcomes that are tied directly to the decisions you make.

This is an interactive visual novel where you’ll primarily make choices that drive the story forward. There’s no character movement to control, only your decisions that have real consequences, shaping the outcome in meaningful ways.

The game also includes quick-time events (QTEs) and brief sections where you can search static environments for clues or objects. The choices tree is a standout feature, allowing you to replay key segments to explore different outcomes or rewrite your story. It’s a smart, visual way to track how your choices ripple through the narrative.

The unique art style of As Dusk Falls is a blend of hand-painted characters and 3D environments, presented in a stop-motion comics-like format. Initially, you might think the style isn't for you, but it quickly becomes immersive, enhancing the storytelling and voice acting. This artistic choice deepens your connection to the characters and the world, even if it’s something you need time to adjust to. The emotions and mimics of the characters are very well described.

The game is well-optimized, with no bugs encountered during my playthrough. Everything ran smoothly, allowing the story to take center stage without technical interruptions.

Though, there is minimum interactive activity, and you cannot skip the cast scenes. The story tension slows down in the second part of the game.

If you enjoy interactive dramas or visual novels, As Dusk Falls is a must-play for its engaging story, well-crafted characters, and impactful choices. And it's definitely not the game for those who would like to have a rich gameplay and a lot of interactive actions. It is a great choice to sit in a couch and play it like a cinematic story that you help to create.