Bittersweet Birthday is a story-driven action-adventure game where you wake up in a mysterious facility with no memory of your past. Guided by a voice named Ada, you must fight your way through intense one-on-one battles, uncover hidden truths, and navigate a world filled with danger and intrigue.
Gameplay
Bittersweet Birthday combines Souls-like precision with bullet-hell chaos in its combat system. Each encounter is a high-stakes duel where you must read enemy patterns, dodge attacks, and counter with well-timed strikes. The game features a unique Memory system that allows you to adjust difficulty through gameplay-altering modifiers. Between battles, explore a vibrant village, complete side quests, and interact with quirky characters, adding depth to the experience.
Story
Trapped in a strange facility with no recollection of your identity, you are hunted by mysterious foes. With the help of Ada, you must piece together your past while facing psychological horrors and sci-fi mysteries. The narrative weaves themes of trauma, identity, and resilience, delivering a tale that is both haunting and darkly humorous.
Key Features
- Intense one-on-one combat blending Souls-like mechanics with bullet-hell elements.
- Memory system for customizable difficulty through gameplay modifiers.
- Hand-drawn pixel art and detailed environments bringing the world to life.
- Exploration of a lively village with side quests and engaging NPCs.
- 48 collectible Gachapon items to discover.
- Mini-games like darts and rock-paper-scissors with a fighting game twist.
- Fully remappable controls supporting PlayStation, Xbox, and PC controllers.
- A gripping narrative exploring psychological horror, sci-fi, and dark humor.
