Seedsow Lullaby, an upcoming time-twisting visual novel, is poised to break the mold of the genre when it launches on iOS and Android on May 1st. While visual novels have been somewhat underrepresented on mobile platforms—perhaps due to biases among Western gamers or the genre's traditional association with PC gaming—Seedsow Lullaby aims to change that narrative.
The game presents an intriguing premise: high schooler Misuzu must collaborate with a younger version of her deceased mother and her own future daughter to navigate a mythical landscape. Together, they aim to conduct the Seedsow Ceremony, a ritual that will facilitate the rebirth of the gods. This unique storyline sets Seedsow Lullaby apart, even though it opts for a linear narrative without choices or branching paths—a departure from the conventional visual novel format.
In Seedsow Lullaby, Misuzu, who lost her mother at a young age, is approached on her sixteenth birthday by a woman claiming to be her mother, also at age sixteen. This unexpected reunion sets the stage for their mission to conduct the Seedsow Ceremony, with Misuzu's future daughter joining the effort to ensure its success.
**Live, die, repeat**
Time travel is not a new concept in visual novels, as seen in iconic titles like Steins;Gate, which is renowned for its intricate use of alternative timelines and branching narratives. However, Seedsow Lullaby offers a more linear approach to the time-travel theme. This may be off-putting to some, but the game's exploration of life, death, and the certainty of the future promises a compelling narrative. Keep an eye out for the international release of Seedsow Lullaby in the near future.
In the meantime, if you're looking for other engaging mobile games, be sure to check out our list of the top five new mobile games to try this week.
