Summary
- Release Year: 2011
- Genres: Adventure, Visual Novel
- Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable, Xbox 360
- Developers: 5pb.
- Publishers: 5pb.
Dunamis 15 (2011)
Dunamis 15 is a suspense visual novel developed and published by 5pb. for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. The game was released in Japan on September 15, 2011, featuring five chapters and five main characters. A port for the PlayStation Portable was released on July 26, 2012. The sequel title, Disorder 6, was released on August 22, 2013. This is the first title in Suspense-fiction Adventure series, a spinoff to famous Science Adventure series.
The game follows the story of five young people who are kidnapped and taken to a mysterious facility. They are forced to participate in a deadly game, where they must kill each other in order to survive. The game features a branching storyline, with multiple endings depending on the player’s choices.
Gameplay
Dunamis 15 is a visual novel, which means that the gameplay consists primarily of reading text and making choices. The player takes on the role of one of the five main characters, and must make choices that will affect the story’s progression. The game features a branching storyline, with multiple endings depending on the player’s choices.
The game also features some light puzzle-solving elements. The player must occasionally solve puzzles in order to progress through the story. The puzzles are not particularly difficult, but they do add a bit of variety to the gameplay.
Characters
The five main characters of Dunamis 15 are:
- Rio – A high school student who is kidnapped on his way home from school. He is a kind and compassionate person, but he is also very naive.
- Airi – A university student who is kidnapped while working at a part-time job. She is a strong and independent woman, but she is also very secretive.
- Sho – A salaryman who is kidnapped while on his way to work. He is a hard-working and responsible man, but he is also very timid.
- Yuka – A nurse who is kidnapped while working at a hospital. She is a caring and compassionate woman, but she is also very fragile.
- Ken – A doctor who is kidnapped while working at a hospital. He is a brilliant and skilled doctor, but he is also very arrogant.
Story
The story of Dunamis 15 begins with the five main characters being kidnapped and taken to a mysterious facility. They are told that they must participate in a deadly game, where they must kill each other in order to survive. The characters are all initially horrified by this revelation, but they soon realize that they have no choice but to play along.
The characters must use their wits and skills to survive the game. They must form alliances, betray each other, and make difficult choices. The story is full of suspense and twists, and the player is never quite sure who to trust.
Themes
Dunamis 15 explores a number of dark and disturbing themes, including:
- The nature of evil – The game forces the characters to confront the darkness within themselves. They must make difficult choices, and they often have to do things that they know are wrong. The game raises the question of whether or not there is such a thing as true evil, or if it is simply a product of our own choices.
- The fragility of life – The game shows how quickly and easily life can be taken away. The characters are constantly in danger of being killed, and they must learn to appreciate the preciousness of life.
- The importance of hope – Even in the darkest of times, there is always hope. The characters must never give up hope, even when they are faced with overwhelming odds.
Conclusion
Dunamis 15 is a suspenseful and thought-provoking visual novel that explores dark and disturbing themes. The game features a branching storyline, with multiple endings depending on the player’s choices. The game is sure to stay with you long after you finish playing it.
Score
8.5/10
Review Score
8.5/10
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