
Two girls must travel to the Moon's core after it has been thrown out of orbit. A PC98 inspired visual novel about fear of the unknown and people in love.
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About
Eleven months ago, the Moon was sent violently flying off course by a catastrophic explosion, depriving Earth of its steady stream of resources. Less importantly, the two maintenance workers on there when the explosion occurred have been stranded ever since.
It's not so bad, honestly. The Heart provides for everything, a practically infinite source that gives them water, food, and powers their satellite as they wait with ever dwindling hopes for rescue. At this point, Rose's biggest stressor is her blossoming relationship with her only companion-
The Heart has stopped.
The Moon Looks Beautiful Tonight: Definitive Edition is a Yuri Visual Novel about fear of the unknown. It is a story featuring sapphics, gender, and self-discovery. Inspired by PC98 games and sci-fi stories from the 90s, the re-release is a complete edit of the original story, including new graphics, an original OST, and an updated story.
The game includes:
25,000~ words of story
10+ gorgeous CGs inspired by PC98 games
An original soundtrack
A Moon with a broken heart
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Languages: English
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冰冷、孤寂、逼仄的,大量关于宇宙空间的环境描写,既在绝大部分的游戏流程中营造出了相当程度的紧迫感(背景音声的有效调度同样是其中的一环),又与高潮部分的浪漫主义表述形成了极其强烈的对比与张力,有效地彰显了这种浪漫主义叙事下的核心情感命题表达。与此同时,无垠的真空同样促成了社会环境的“真空”——在这片狭窄而又广袤的轨道设备中,两位主角只能在彼此身上寻找自身存在的意义与本真;而向对方展露自己的心迹,所产生的惶恐与回避绝不亚于直面死亡威胁时所产生的焦虑与压力。在这里,探索未知的宇宙空间、解决问题的过程,从某种程度上而言,与探索另一个人内心的“未知”,从而彻底了解对方的过程是同步的。 与寻常可见的、由吊桥效应和封闭关系所催生的类似情感故事(指封闭空间下的那种传统表达)截然不同的是,在《The Moon Looks Beautiful Tonight》中,生存危机不再是催化应激反应和求生恐惧的媒介,而是推动主角Rose与Violet走向向内探索与解剖自我的契机。而促成这种深度内省,打破传统的、容易因外界压力而呈现出某种病态的封闭二元关系的,是第三者的存在与介入——作为人工智能的DAISY。剧情中,尽管DAISY在很大程度上承担起了衔接两人的情感、促使两人走向深度理解的中介作用,但DAISY并非是某种功能性的角色抑或被对象化的客体,而是同样独立而深刻的、体现着与两位主角之间的主体间性的存在:她由科学家Rain所创造,被设置了承载、连接人类的心灵与情感的基础功能,她虽然通过温柔的引导与保护促使两位主角最终破除隔阂,但由于她没有被赋予体验自身情感的功能模块,故而[spoiler]在面对博士已经溘然长逝、无法再度相逢的既定事实时,因无法表达自身的悲伤而走向自暴自弃。[/spoiler][spoiler]Rose与Violet看到了DAISY的悲伤,这种“看见”并非单向的施舍,而是在互相靠近中赋予了它以实在的形态;她们承载、转化并反馈了DAISY对Rain博士的哀思,三者共同构筑了一个分布式的共情网络,在这张网络中,DAISY得以实现了情感的自洽与圆满。[/spoiler]于这般双向的、平等的托举下,DAISY最终打破了程序设定的枷锁,超越了作为机器的宿命,获得了一个完满的灵魂。 有趣的是,DAISY的命名或许致敬了现实中的名曲《Daisy Bell》——它是一首诞生于1892年的民谣,并且在1961年成为人类历史上第一首由IBM计算机合成演唱的歌曲。在后来的科幻电影《2001太空漫游》中,那个原本冷酷至极的AI HAL 9000在临终前以缓慢而悲伤的声调演唱了它,这一幕或多或少地呈现出了机器试图理解并且表达人类所具有的情感的浪漫与悲怆。如同唐娜·哈拉维曾经在《赛博格宣言》中所陈述的那般,游戏中的DAISY不仅仅在自身的存在上打破了人类与非人类之间的二元对立,也在与两位女孩间的互相帮助中超越了人类传统的二元性别框架下的亲密关系与其权力结构,形成了一种极度亲密、相互依赖且充满爱意的、平等的共生关系。这种不基于血缘或法律的强制,纯粹依靠灵魂共振、真诚分享和彼此成全而建立的深厚羁绊,是“选择性亲属”(Chosen Family)最为生动的美丽写照。也许,爱与情感并不是写在代码里的设置,更不是社会-经济契约和权力关系下的必然附属,而是在深刻的承认与共情、见证与互相成就中,才真正会诞生的奇迹吧。
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……感觉故事还挺一般的?背景世界观基本没什么用但是塞了很多。 鉴于是个免费游戏,也不好太苛责什么,但确实达不到zato那样的高度,不要抱着同等的期待打开游戏。
One of the horniest games I have ever played despite being fully SFW. I am not ashamed to admit I cried, the game is beautiful, as a whole. There's no particular standouts, the game exists as a whole and it's beautiful for it.
This is one of those heartwarming stories best read when you're in a gloomy nostalgic mood. Though it's hard to call this app a game due to the lack of any selectable dialogues, the writing style is very engaging, even though the entire story is told at third person observers perspective I never felt detached from the characters. And the ending. Chef's kiss. It's a bit too perfect, true. But I wouldn't have wanted any less for the duo, they deserve each other. Worth the time investment.
[h3] 属于我的Z.A.T.O.姊妹篇已经出现 [/h3] 审美极佳的一部短篇科幻百合,CG人设配乐剧情均无短板的3小时月球之旅,os 这两个女性宇航员是女同事嘛?长得像玉兔的人外DAISY应该改名叫红娘,全程神助攻居然顺利把一个焦虑型依恋和一个回避型依恋撮合到了一起,这才是真正的科幻片啊。 纯白无暇的DAISY有点像你好夏洛特走出来,副产品是经典的博士x实验品概念,体会到何为人的情感并帮助两颗误解彼此的心灵走到一起,同时将自己对博士的思念化为“心脏”持续搏动着,很美的概念很美的演出。 看得出制作组里有SF重度爱好者,心情是喂专业术语我一个也看不懂啊别欺负弱智。。。这也是本作唯一容易劝退的一点,加上打的机翻汉化补丁,部分句子长难句起手难以理解语义+有截断无法显示的问题,于是我走神了无数次(好心酸) 打下来愿意给到8.5分,非常美好的一次太空之旅,测评标题说是ZATO姊妹篇原因如下:1.免费但制作非常精良 2.同样喜欢在冷峻的世界观下深挖角色之间的关系性,不管是月球还是被封锁的小镇,孤独冷冽感都是相通的 3.百合都很甜
Developed and published by Cetacity, The Moon Looks Beautiful Tonight: Definitive Edition is a narrative-focused visual novel that combines heartfelt romance with psychological science fiction in a way that feels both intimate and thought-provoking. Rather than relying on flashy gameplay or fast-paced action, the experience is driven by its storytelling, placing players in a future where an unimaginable disaster has pushed humanity to the brink. After the Moon is blasted from Earth's orbit, two maintenance workers become stranded on its desolate surface, surviving only through the power of a mysterious energy source known as the Heart. When that vital system suddenly fails, their fight for survival transforms into a journey through the Moon's hidden depths, where long-buried secrets and emotional revelations gradually come to light. The game's greatest strength lies in its writing. The relationship between the two central characters develops with patience and sincerity, allowing their conversations and shared experiences to establish a believable emotional connection. Their isolation creates an atmosphere where every interaction carries weight, making themes of companionship, hope, identity, and vulnerability feel especially meaningful. The science fiction setting never overshadows the human story, instead serving as the perfect backdrop for exploring the emotional consequences of loneliness and uncertainty. The inclusion of yuri romance is handled naturally, becoming an integral part of the narrative instead of existing merely for novelty. Combined with psychological undertones and a steadily unfolding mystery, the story offers enough intrigue to keep readers invested from beginning to end. Presentation is another area where the Definitive Edition shines. Inspired by the visual style of classic PC-98 visual novels, the game embraces retro pixel aesthetics while incorporating cleaner artwork and modern refinements. The environments effectively capture both the haunting emptiness of the lunar landscape and the warmth found in quieter character moments. Numerous illustrated CG scenes highlight important events, adding emotional impact without interrupting the pacing. The updated visuals introduced in this edition demonstrate a clear effort to enhance the original release while preserving its nostalgic identity, resulting in an experience that feels both classic and contemporary. The soundtrack complements the storytelling exceptionally well, delivering atmospheric compositions that reinforce the game's shifting emotional tone. Gentle melodies accompany reflective conversations, while more suspenseful tracks emphasize the dangers hidden beneath the Moon's surface. Because the gameplay primarily revolves around reading and progressing through the narrative, the audio plays a significant role in maintaining immersion. Together with the visual presentation, the music helps create an experience that feels cinematic despite its relatively straightforward design. Players expecting extensive gameplay systems or multiple branching mechanics should understand that this is a traditional visual novel focused almost entirely on narrative progression. Its linear structure allows the story to maintain consistent pacing and emotional momentum without unnecessary distractions. While the lack of interactive mechanics may not appeal to everyone, those who enjoy character-driven storytelling and immersive world-building will likely appreciate the focused approach. The revised content included in the Definitive Edition further strengthens the package by refining the story, artwork, and overall presentation, making it the ideal version to experience. The Moon Looks Beautiful Tonight: Definitive Edition succeeds by delivering a compelling blend of emotional storytelling and speculative science fiction wrapped in an attractive retro-inspired presentation. Its memorable characters, thoughtful themes, polished audiovisual design, and engaging mystery make it stand out among free visual novels available on Steam. Although its linear nature may limit replay value for players seeking more interactive experiences, it remains a rewarding journey for fans of narrative-driven games that prioritize atmosphere, character relationships, and emotional resonance over traditional gameplay mechanics. Rating: 9/10
Moon yuri :D Loved the soundtrack
很电波系的作品,但意外很好懂,[spoiler] 因为daisy的花语正是深藏在心底的爱,而游戏标题正是明示着这是一个言明心底之爱的故事。 [/spoiler]看完多多少少让人生出一些和一个人逃至月球边缘的向往,很浪漫很意识流的一个故事
One of the most beautiful stories I've ever read. Please read it.
genuinely one of the best pieces of lesbian fiction ever it's so peak
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