Necrobarista: Final Pour

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  • Publisher: Playism
  • Release Date: Aug 11, 2021
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  • Summary: Discover a tale of mystery, magic, and, depending on who asks, the best/worst coffee around. Hidden in an unassuming alleyway lies The Terminal, a café that serves as a waypoint between the lands of the living and the dead, where any one of the patrons could be a spirit from beyond. WithDiscover a tale of mystery, magic, and, depending on who asks, the best/worst coffee around. Hidden in an unassuming alleyway lies The Terminal, a café that serves as a waypoint between the lands of the living and the dead, where any one of the patrons could be a spirit from beyond. With strict rules defining how long ghosts can spend in the corporeal realm before being forced to pass on, running this café is more complicated than your typical Melbourne coffeehouse. Apprentice necromancer Maddy has just taken ownership of The Terminal and all its magical responsibilities. Follow her story and those of mechanics-obsessed teen Ashley, infamous Australian outlaw Ned Kelly, exasperated necromancer Chay, and a cast of other colorful characters through their dark pasts and the secrets behind the place linking them all together.… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. Noisy Pixel
    Aug 30, 2021
    90
    Necrobarista: Final Pour is a compelling and, I don’t use this lightly, thought-provoking tale about dealing with what comes after, told in a unique way with a cast of incredibly relatable characters. It’s like hanging out with a group of friends at a coffee shop and considering the state of things as this review is being written. So you might just need that.
  2. NintendoWorldReport
    Aug 17, 2021
    85
    Even if visual novels aren’t your thing, Necrobarista is one I implore you to play. The comedy is top notch and the conversations around grief are nuanced.The new side stories and available text entries give great extra content on par with the original story. Even with the DLC content the staff and patrons of the Terminal are so lovable that I still wanted more after the credits had rolled. The studio mode has complicated unfettered access to the game’s engine which is both fascinating but almost impenetrable. I understand that visual novels are a high barrier for entry but the charm and style in Necrobarista are worth the effort.
  3. GamingTrend
    Aug 20, 2021
    85
    Necrobarista is still a great story, but has a lot of issues a rerelease should have fixed by now. Everything from typos to not paying workers, this isn’t the ideal version of the game by any means when you add the terrible performance on top. It’s nice to cozy up with this game in bed with headphones, but it may still be better to wait for the PC update if you have a beefy desktop.
  4. But Why Tho?
    Aug 17, 2021
    80
    As a visual novel, Necrobarista: Final Pour works hard to try to set itself apart from the genre. At times it does a really fantastic job, and even the negative aspects aren’t nearly enough to stop me from recommending the game to visual novel fans. Necrobarista: Final Pour is a unique take on a common theme, as well as a fresh approach to a genre that can feel a tad paint-by-numbers at times. I absolutely enjoyed every second of my time in Melbourne, and the way it made me think about death and my own mortality was truly fascinating.
  5. Cubed3
    Sep 30, 2021
    70
    Necrobarista: Final Pour is a going to bring a lot of new fans to the visual novel genre once it's fascinating concept is made known to the mainstream. If this is a first experience, it's a great introduction and one that will set the benchmark for others. The story is engaging and looks great on the Switch, and any chance to explore is rewarded with world building insights that frame the main plot. Don't expect any earth-shattering revelations, but instead cosy up for a very human tale with a relaxing narrative and engaging characters. Except Ashley. She sucks.
  6. PLAY! Zine
    Sep 9, 2021
    70
    Necrobarista is a relatively short yet beautifully directed visual novel that tackles a couple of serious themes such as death and general parting with people. Although linear, it tends to tell its story with no holding back, whether you are going to like it or not. Even though the Switch version runs much more poorly compared to the previous PC release, this remains to be an intriguing story filled with interesting characters and great storytelling.
  7. Universo Nintendo
    Sep 4, 2021
    50
    Necobarista is a slice of life and it's just that. Perhaps, the lack of interaction is part of the message; It's like death, we can't avoid it and we just wait until it's the right time. Although it does not make it a bad game, we feel like it's a prologue of a promising thing that never comes.

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  1. jcboyer515
    Aug 15, 2021
    9
    There's a couple graphical errors & some small typos that I'm hoping will be patched out, but it wasn't anything that stopped me from reallyThere's a couple graphical errors & some small typos that I'm hoping will be patched out, but it wasn't anything that stopped me from really enjoying this game. I love visual novels & this game managed to check all my boxes despite having a fairly short length. The biggest part of enjoying a VN for me is the story & characters, & Necrobarista hits the nail on the head for good story & memorable characters. The art style has self-acclaimed anime influence, & I kind of agree, it reminds me of RWBY. My only complaint is that I frankly just wish there was an 'auto' button or feature in the settings, it's a bit tiresome tapping "A" for essentially every line delivered. Hopefully I'm not a moron & I just missed something somehow, but I've played a few games in my day & I couldn't find the option. I really really enjoyed every moment of this game & I hope to hear more stories from Route 59.… Expand
  2. NindieSpotlight
    Dec 17, 2021
    8
    I realize that more often than not I’m a sort of wet blanket in the area of visual novels, especially those that allow little to no room forI realize that more often than not I’m a sort of wet blanket in the area of visual novels, especially those that allow little to no room for player agency. I may just be stubborn but I do struggle with “games” that feel like you’re merely being pulled along for the ride rather than having a part to play with some participation. All that said, there’s something about the tone, characters, and general vibe of Necrobarista that at least sets it pretty far apart from the likes of its general competition… and I respect that. Don’t walk into it expecting to be able to change the course of events it sets into motion, but if you’re willing to sit back and enjoy the ride it at least has an interesting point of view to express in the area of life and death.

    https://www.nindiespotlight.com/2021/08/mini-reviews-august-19th-edition.html    … Expand

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