The visual novel genre, while thriving on PC, remains underrepresented on mobile platforms, with notable exceptions like the Methods series. This scarcity might be attributed to a bias against the genre among Western gamers or a lack of interest from publishers traditionally focused on PC games. However, Seedsow Lullaby is poised to challenge this trend with its upcoming release on May 1st for iOS and Android.
At first glance, Seedsow Lullaby might seem perplexing as it markets itself as a visual novel devoid of choices or branching paths. You might wonder, "Isn't the essence of a visual novel its interactivity?" Indeed, while choices are a staple in the genre, Seedsow Lullaby offers a compelling narrative that may compensate for this absence.
In Seedsow Lullaby, high schooler Misuzu, who lost her mother at a young age, is confronted on her sixteenth birthday by a woman claiming to be her mother, also sixteen years old. Misuzu's task is to conduct the Seedsow Ceremony to usher in the rebirth of the gods, a mission that requires the assistance of her future daughter as well. This time-twisting adventure takes the trio through a mythical landscape, blending elements of fantasy and family dynamics.
**Live, die, repeat**
Time travel is not uncommon in visual novels, with titles like Steins;Gate renowned for their intricate use of alternative timelines and branching narratives. Seedsow Lullaby, however, aims to present a more linear approach to time manipulation. This might be off-putting for some, but the exploration of life, death, and the inevitability of the future promises a thought-provoking storyline.
Keep an eye out for the international release of Seedsow Lullaby. In the meantime, if you're looking for something new to play, check out our list of the top five new mobile games to try this week.
