With Love Comes Regret

About

With Love Comes Regret is a visual novel that mixes psychological horror with romantic drama. It follows Cynthia, a girl at odds with her strict father, who finds an unlikely confidante in Lynette, a neighbor. Their connection deepens as they share frustrations about overbearing family life, but tension grows when Cynthia discovers Lynette’s house is home to a spectral presence. The story unfolds through branching dialogue and eerie visuals, balancing intimate conversations with unsettling supernatural elements. The game’s unsettling atmosphere and morally gray choices stand out. Early community feedback highlights its tense pacing and how the ghostly subplot adds weight to the characters’ relationship. With a 78% rating on Steam, players note the way personal struggles intertwine with horror, making for a story that lingers. Available on PC and mobile, it’s a compact but intense experience under two hours.

Storyline

After getting into an argument with her father, Cynthia seeks solace in her childhood home that she believes is now abandoned. There, she meets Lynette, the daughter of the current owner of the house. The two bond over their overbearing parents, but their bond is soon tested when Cynthia realizes the house is haunted by none other than the ghost of Lynette's mother.