Before the Darkness

Before the Darkness is a fan-made visual novel game based on Jujutsu Kaisen, developed by indie creator khywae. Set in 2017, the story revolves around Geto Suguru announcing terrorist attacks in Tokyo and Kyoto. The player character is tasked with foreseeing possible futures to predict Geto's moves. Despite his crimes, the player never stops loving him and seizes an opportunity to travel back in time to alter his dark fate. The game explores themes of time travel, destiny, and love, presenting moral dilemmas and emotional conflicts. Changing the past has consequences, as Geto's obsession with killing turns into an obsession with the player, leading to tense and dramatic scenarios. Mature themes include violence, strong language, sexual content, and intense scenes, with player discretion advised. Through interactive storytelling, players can experience multiple endings, including sad and happy outcomes, influencing the narrative flow. The game emphasizes character development and emotional depth, immersing players in a suspenseful and romantic world.

The core gameplay of Before the Darkness is based on visual novel and dating sim elements. Players progress the story by reading text and viewing images, making choices at key decision points that affect plot development and endings. The game features multiple branching paths, allowing exploration of different storylines and unlocking hidden content. Gameplay focuses on narrative interaction, requiring players to manage emotional relationships and respond to Geto's obsession and dark fate. A free version is available as a preview with part of the story, while the Full Blessing version offers all endings and animated scenes. Players can download the free version to test compatibility before deciding to purchase the full version. The game supports Windows and macOS platforms, developed with RPG Maker MZ engine and plugins like VisuStella and Galv. Gameplay is simple and intuitive, suitable for players who enjoy story-driven and role-playing experiences, emphasizing immersion and emotional engagement.