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About MTF: Moth To a Flame
MTF: Moth To a Flame is a 18+ visual novel developed by Cranberry that follows Rosemary and their friends on a road trip to visit a Mothman statue. The story centers on conversations about love, trans anxiety, and queer safety, blending personal reflection with road-trip banter. Released November 30, 2025, it runs on PC, Linux, and Mac. The game leans into introspective dialogue over action, with branching choices shaping how characters interact. Its niche focus on LGBTQ+ themes and mental health makes it stand out in the visual novel space. If you like character-driven stories over flashy mechanics, this one’s a slow burn.
Gameplay
You navigate pre-written scenes with limited but impactful dialogue choices. Each decision subtly shifts relationships and story outcomes, but there’s no combat or minigames, just reading, listening, and picking responses. The road trip structure means most sessions involve driving, chatting, and pausing at roadside stops. Voice acting is optional, with text speed adjustable for comfort. Play sessions average 2-3 hours, and full completion takes 8-10 hours depending on how often you replay scenes. The lack of time limits or stress mechanics lets you take breaks between emotional moments.
What Players Think
PlayPile users rate it 4.2/5, with 78% of players finishing the base story. Average playtime is 12.5 hours, and 63% complete all optional dialogue branches. Community moods are split: 42% describe it as “reflective,” 31% as “emotional,” and 15% as “boring.” One review calls it “a quiet conversation in a world that never stops talking,” while another criticizes “overly niche themes that feel forced.” It costs $19.99, with 25 achievements tracking dialogue options and relationship milestones. 82% of players say it “captures loneliness better than most games.”
PlayPile's Take
This is a niche pick for fans of slow-burn dialogue games. At $20, it’s affordable but brief, with most players done in under 15 hours. The themes of trans anxiety and queer safety are handled with care but may not resonate with everyone. Achievements add replay value, but they’re mostly about seeing every line of text. If you crave games that feel like eavesdropping on real conversations, give it a shot. Otherwise, skip, it’s not a stretch to call it a 4.2/5 experience for the right crowd.
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