Until Then: Afterimages Review Summary

Last updated: 2026-10-13
Review summary
  • DLC widely praised by fans
  • Sophia's story touching and emotional
  • Matches base game quality
  • DLC feels pointless and disappointing
  • DLC story lacks depth and impact
  • DLC diverges from base game tone
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Categories

Narrative AdventureVisual NovelEpisodic ContentChoice-based NarrativeMini-game CollectionDating SimulationMultiple EndingsPixel Art Style

Emotions

Archetypes

Hardware

Windows <8GB VRAMpositiveWindows 8-11GB VRAMnegative
Sample precision
Helpful reviews
78%
Unhelpful reviews
22%
Protest reviews
0%
Positive points
1115
Negative points
911
Gameplay points
470
Perf. points
48
Rec. points
257
Misc points
508
Point
DLC widely praised
Description
The DLC is overwhelmingly well-received, with many calling it a masterpiece, emotionally moving, and worth the price. It is seen as a beautiful continuation that exceeds expectations.
Importance
55%
Sophia's story touching
Description
Sophia's chapter is described as meaningful, bittersweet, and well-written. Her character evolution and romantic relationship are particularly moving.
Importance
19%
Matches base game quality
Description
Players feel the DLC builds perfectly on the base game, reaching or even surpassing its quality and expanding its story and themes successfully.
Importance
19%
Emotionally impactful narrative
Description
The DLC delivers a powerful emotional experience, often described as a rollercoaster that rivals or exceeds the main game's impact.
Importance
17%
Good value for price
Description
Many reviewers find the DLC reasonably priced, offering solid content and good value for money.
Importance
17%
Strong base game love
Description
Reviewers express deep appreciation for the base game, often calling it a masterpiece and a 10/10 experience.
Importance
11%
Satisfying ending
Description
The ending is praised as good, cinematic, and true to the characters, leaving players satisfied despite being bittersweet.
Importance
11%
Mark's character well-written
Description
Mark's arc and story are highly regarded, with his chapter being especially good and his writing receiving no complaints.
Importance
11%
Outstanding soundtrack
Description
The soundtrack is widely praised as phenomenal, often considered better than the base game's music and enhancing key story moments.
Importance
8%
Baking minigame enjoyable
Description
The baking minigame is frequently mentioned as fun, cute, and a delightful addition to the DLC.
Importance
7%
Both stories captivating
Description
The two stories in the DLC are described as captivating, masterfully told, and really good overall.
Importance
6%
Mature and darker themes
Description
The DLC explores more mature and darker stories than the base game, dealing with adult themes in an emotionally complex way.
Importance
6%
First chapter excellent
Description
The first chapter of the DLC is often cited as the best, being more fleshed out and receiving high praise.
Importance
6%
Art and music outstanding
Description
The art, music, and sound design remain outstanding, consistently praised for their high quality.
Importance
6%