- Story: 237 reviews raised it, mostly praise
- Graphics: 73 reviews raised it, mostly praise
- Audio: 30 reviews raised it, mostly praise
- Bugs: 3 reviews raised it, mostly criticism
Based on 2k player reviews · updated
What players think
The recurring themes across 300 analysed reviews: what players praise, what divides them, and what to know.
Dialogue options shape relationships, moral alignments, and romantic outcomes, all while maintaining a strong sense of narrative momentum.
Beneath its stunning visuals, City of Broken Dreamers is a choice-driven narrative that emphasizes player agency without forcing a single “correct” path.
The absence of voice acting is rarely felt because of how expressive the artwork and ambient sound design are; moody synth soundscapes and quiet moments of tension complement the story’s tone beautifully.
Unlike many visual novels that funnel players into a handful of rigid outcomes, this one feels organic—offering multiple ways to interpret the Ghost’s morality and motivations without ever punishing you for exploring different paths.
From the setting, to the plot, to the renders and animations, the character design, to the sound design, everything about it is top tier for this style of game.
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What you get
Can you play it alone, does a controller work, does it run on your machine.
Play modes
- Single-player
Controller
Steam lists no controller support.
Store features
- Family Sharing
- Steam Achievements
Platforms
- Windows
- macOS
- Linux
Valve device support
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The lowest we've tracked is $4.99.
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