AI: The Somnium Files

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 312 Ratings

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  • Summary: Play as detective Kaname Date on the case of an elusive serial killer in this thrilling, sci-fi murder mystery.

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. IGN Japan
    Oct 8, 2019
    92
    AI: The Somnium Files has a lot of dirty jokes, and its story is not very surprising. But still, it can not be denied that Kotaro Uchikoshi has created yet another work of outstanding artistry.
  2. Hardcore Gamer
    Sep 26, 2019
    90
    Every single character has a sense of mystery around them that makes it easy to want to learn more and Somnium Files is happy to dish it out to those willing to dive deeper into all it has to offer. It’s also worth noting that this is a dark title, with lots of visually upsetting imagery and extremely serious situations, so those that are sensitive to these situations should be aware of before they dive in. It’s rare that such an amazing gem of a story and mechanics like this comes around but AI: The Somnium Files is a must-have for those who love murder mysteries with deep, rich stories.
  3. GameGrin
    Oct 17, 2019
    90
    A murder mystery that is masterfully told to keep your eyes on the screen until the very end. The visuals are lacking when it comes to the environments, but you quickly forget about them when you discover what plot twist is introduced next.
  4. We Got This Covered
    Sep 12, 2019
    80
    Despite a few frustrations, AI: The Somnium Files is one of the most immersive stories I’ve ever played.
  5. Trusted Reviews
    Sep 12, 2019
    80
    AI: The Somnium Files is yet another winner from Kotaro Uchikoshi, expanding upon Spike Chunsoft's renown formula and pushing it in bold new directions. It can fumble in its visuals and mechanics, but look beyond a few of its weaker elements and there's a truly original adventure brimming with excellent ideas.
  6. Vandal
    Sep 20, 2019
    75
    AI: The Somnium Files does a really good job when it comes to the narrative and the story, although gameplay-wise shows some shortcomings. However, if you’re looking for a visual novel, this is a great choice.
  7. COGconnected
    Sep 16, 2019
    58
    If you’re looking for a visual novel with a compelling plot, and are able to ignore lots of terrible dialogue, then AI: The Somnium Files is a no-brainer recommendation. But for anyone else, this is a tough recommendation because it almost feels like the game is doing everything it can to stall the player from experiencing said compelling plot. The gameplay is solid, but be prepared to play something more like a visual novel than an “adventure game”, which is how AI: The Somnium Files is being advertised.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 93 out of 99
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 99
  3. Negative: 2 out of 99
  1. Serendras
    Feb 11, 2020
    10
    A nice game about murder and dream world with some nice plot twists and different endings. It's close to other Spike Chunsoft games likeA nice game about murder and dream world with some nice plot twists and different endings. It's close to other Spike Chunsoft games like Danganronpa and has a really fun atmosphere and interesting characters.… Expand
  2. iuk123
    Feb 10, 2020
    10
    This is a Kotaro Uchikoshi game, so you know it will have an amazing story.
  4. NenJutsu
    Sep 17, 2019
    10
    Uchikoshi has done it again. Created one of the most captivating and well written stories in gaming including bad sex jokes. Zero Escape wasUchikoshi has done it again. Created one of the most captivating and well written stories in gaming including bad sex jokes. Zero Escape was an instant cult classic and super narratives in gaming. Ai The Somnium Files is an amazing follow up .… Expand
  5. ZeroSomniumFile
    Feb 11, 2020
    10
    Somnium Files was such a funny and interesting story and I haven't laughed as much in a long time!
    Weird enough at first I was not really    Somnium Files was such a funny and interesting story and I haven't laughed as much in a long time!
    Weird enough at first I was not really interested in the characters and the character design at first but throughout the game they grew to me so very much. They had interesting endearing character arcs and I really loved to dive deeper into their personalities by trying out different things in the somniums.
    The music was so very fitting and I still like to listen to it. Before the game came out those promotional youtube videos made me very interested and I loved to solve puzzles with the community Date and Aiba have such a great dynamic and all the references you can find throughout the game were amazing! I do hope however if there ever comes out a sequel that we find out more about Naixatloz and a few other things that came up but weren't addressed in more detail.

    All in all this game became my absolute favourite game of 2019 and I thank Uchikoshi and his team for this marvelous experience one again!    … Expand
  6. Devinpd15
    Feb 10, 2020
    10
    Another amazing work from Uchikoshi, this time displaying his outstanding narrative skills as always while also showing off an amazingAnother amazing work from Uchikoshi, this time displaying his outstanding narrative skills as always while also showing off an amazing character study.… Expand
  7. riceandpotato
    Feb 10, 2020
    10
    Ai the somnium files is a wonderful game, I love the story and the character. It is really sad that there are review bomb of this game.
  8. Phuz
    Nov 22, 2020
    0
    If strange but boring is up your alley, then get this. I couldn't even get very far in the demo because it just wasn't interesting, or fun,If strange but boring is up your alley, then get this. I couldn't even get very far in the demo because it just wasn't interesting, or fun, Iturned it off com0letely confused as to why it gets rated so high. Nothing was giving me any incentive to carry on.… Expand

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