Red Bow

It is a good game. Short and the endings hit when doing bad first and good last. In my opinion, the message is good. Some actions are kinda weird. Like: it includes firework spoilers. But yea. It was good game. On my way to check the other games.

This was a fun game to play! I actually started out with "Red Bow: Strange Dream" however 3 achievements are bugged out, so I wanted to try this one to get that 100%. All the achievements work on this one, and actually, I prefer some of the visual elements more than in "Strange Dream." I like how the demon lady's face opens up, which does not happen in RBSD. The only downside is that you can only have one save at a time, so unless you manually change the location of the save files to unlock achievements and alternate endings, you will need to play through at least twice to get each alternate ending. It's a quick game though, so it does not take long to finish.

Cute! After playing My Big Sister and Ashina, it is cool to see more background information on the character :)

just get it.

My total playtime is 3,5hr (including my ScummVM Steam Deck run). Compared to Ashina: The Red Witch, Red Bow is a much shorter experience, but it's still well worth playing. The story isn't quite as deep, but it does a great job expanding the world and giving more background on several of the characters. If you've already played Ashina, it's really fun to see those connections and learn a bit more about the universe Stranga Games has created. I enjoyed my time with it, even if it left me wanting more. Thankfully, there's also a remake, which I'll be playing next. I'm hoping it expands on the original and captures even more of what made Ashina: The Red Witch such an unforgettable experience for me. If you enjoyed Ashina, I definitely recommend giving Red Bow a try as well.

Picked this up on sale and came away really happy with it. *Red Bow* is a short but memorable psychological horror adventure with charming pixel art, an unsettling atmosphere, and a surprisingly emotional story. You play as Roh, a young girl who finds herself trapped in a strange and mysterious world after a traumatic night. As you explore, you encounter strange characters and situations that feel simple on the surface but carry much deeper meaning. The game uses symbolism, surreal imagery, and subtle storytelling to explore themes of fear, guilt, grief, loneliness, and how people cope with painful experiences. What I enjoyed most about *Red Bow* is that it doesn't explain everything directly. It trusts the player to interpret the events and look deeper into what the characters, locations, and encounters represent. The horror isn't built around constant scares, but around the emotions and uncomfortable ideas it explores. The world feels like a reflection of Roh's thoughts and struggles, making the journey feel more personal. The choices you make also add to the experience. They don't just feel like simple branching paths; they feel connected to Roh's emotions and how she respond…