The Summit Library
qkayoo studio · 2024 · Visual Novel, Simulation, Dating Sim, Fantasy, LGBTQ+
PC
Positive93% · 44
This game is free to play. Get it on Steam →
Screenshots
About The Summit Library
Welcome, Keeper.
...To the wonders of the Summit Library; the largest and most important Library in the Eawin Empire. Your trade has been suffering under the rule of the current Emperor -- but with the Summit requesting your services things are looking up.
Except when you arrive you suddenly find yourself in a dangerous magical mystery. Something's wrong with the books, and the Library is falling apart at the seams.
Also, there might be a war? But the Summit Library is situated on neutral territory, so that doesn't affect you.
...Right?
As you set out the uncover the Library's secrets, you get drawn into the complexities of the Empire's politics; rebellion, betrayal, underground organisations, and more. Meet the various people residing at the Summit Library; make alliances and enemies; fall in love and get your heart broken.
Make choices that matter and explore all the multiple routes and endings, as well as the secrets you can record in your Codex.
May you live to see the end of this tale written.
*
Meet the Residents
Berit - the High Librarian
Overworked and underappreciated, Berit is slowly being crushed by the expectations put on her shoulders.
Aias - the Cynical Investigator
Standoffish and unfriendly, Aias doesn't seem to have much taste for his work, using his position as Librarian to discover hidden truths instead.
River - the Shrewd Politician
Calculating, charming, and a little too interested in the secrets of your trade, River's true intentions remain a mystery.
Yakyar - the Rebel Survivor
Escaping a bloody fate, Yakyar wields magic of their own -- and seems to know far more about yours than possible.
Thasar - the Runaway Soldier
Weary of killing and made bitter by the blood on his hands, all Thasar wants is to turn his back on the world.
*
Features
Content warnings:
Fantasy violence, death, blood, strong language, screenshakes, sexual themes and language.
This game will feature mature content and mature intimacy scenes in the future, and is intended for 18+ audiences. These scenes can always be skipped without penalty and are completely optional for gameplay.
Currently Chapter 1 is out and free to play! Check back soon for the next installment.
...To the wonders of the Summit Library; the largest and most important Library in the Eawin Empire. Your trade has been suffering under the rule of the current Emperor -- but with the Summit requesting your services things are looking up.
Except when you arrive you suddenly find yourself in a dangerous magical mystery. Something's wrong with the books, and the Library is falling apart at the seams.
Also, there might be a war? But the Summit Library is situated on neutral territory, so that doesn't affect you.
...Right?
As you set out the uncover the Library's secrets, you get drawn into the complexities of the Empire's politics; rebellion, betrayal, underground organisations, and more. Meet the various people residing at the Summit Library; make alliances and enemies; fall in love and get your heart broken.
Make choices that matter and explore all the multiple routes and endings, as well as the secrets you can record in your Codex.
May you live to see the end of this tale written.
*
Meet the Residents
Berit - the High Librarian
Overworked and underappreciated, Berit is slowly being crushed by the expectations put on her shoulders.
Aias - the Cynical Investigator
Standoffish and unfriendly, Aias doesn't seem to have much taste for his work, using his position as Librarian to discover hidden truths instead.
River - the Shrewd Politician
Calculating, charming, and a little too interested in the secrets of your trade, River's true intentions remain a mystery.
Yakyar - the Rebel Survivor
Escaping a bloody fate, Yakyar wields magic of their own -- and seems to know far more about yours than possible.
Thasar - the Runaway Soldier
Weary of killing and made bitter by the blood on his hands, all Thasar wants is to turn his back on the world.
*
Features
- A magical mystery set in a fantasy-rich world
- Choices that matter; have your actions and relationships with others shape the story
- A customisable MC; choose your name, appearance, pronouns, and place of origin
- A diverse LGBTQ+ cast
- Collectible CGs
- Unlockable information for your codex
- Optional mature intimacy scenes
Content warnings:
Fantasy violence, death, blood, strong language, screenshakes, sexual themes and language.
This game will feature mature content and mature intimacy scenes in the future, and is intended for 18+ audiences. These scenes can always be skipped without penalty and are completely optional for gameplay.
Currently Chapter 1 is out and free to play! Check back soon for the next installment.
What Steam players say
Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.
✦ AI summary
The Summit Library is praised for its charming character designs, distinct personalities, genuine world-building, and inclusive romance options that keep players emotionally invested in the story. However, players consistently note that the game currently contains only the first two chapters and ends on a cliffhanger with limited choice impact, making it feel incomplete despite being well-crafted for what exists.
The Summit Library wasn't a bad experience, but it wasn't clear to me that this is essentially just the first two chapters of a visual novel. Considering it's been a couple years since release, I'm not expecting the rest anytime soon. The character art looks a little odd since everyone's eyes seem to sit unusually high on their faces, but the characters themselves have distinct personalities and the story kept pulling me back in. I genuinely wanted to know what happened next. The choices didn't seem to have much impact, but overall it was a decent visual novel to relax with for a few hours. I just wish it was finished so I could see how it ends.2 found this helpful
Hello! I genuinely have adored this game so far. I love the cast, inclusivity, and genuine thought behind all the world building and relationships. I hope this game garners much more attention, as it deserves, and that others will come to love it as many have :) … For those wanting more detail: The game is highly inclusive with so many cast options to satisfy any romantic preference! In fact I had such a hard time choosing who to pursue on my first play through. Ofc I chose yakyar. They were so magical, and I loved the genuine moments of connection between them and MC. Especially for yakyar, their depth of character and the representation of such an emotional history with themes of war, family, and culture. There is an overarching portrayal of maturity in dealing with themes of war and traumas that the game perfectly captures. Not only that, but the overall experience of the writing, dialogue, and plot building is phenomenal. I enjoy the fact that we get to discover the world as we progress, unlocking information and discerning insights from specific actions and plot elements. It truly feels like I’m reading a novel, and that is a very high compliment. The story is so well thought…1 found this helpful
Very fun and rather lore-rich! The dialogues are nice and the visuals are very pretty. However, it's a shame only the first two chapters are currently available to play. Also, there are six possible love interests and only one is a woman. Bummer. Overall, I do recommend.
2 chapters currently. Wish there was more. Thank you for making this, and for making it available for free <3
A cute little game with a lot of potential, cute characters and a mystery that I find really compelling. Though the story is not finished and stops right at the rising action point, ending you on a cliffhanger. so if that's going to annoy you, give it a pass. but if you just want to romp around and have a flirt, then give it a try!
I honestly just adore every aspect of this visual novel. The world is very easy to fall into
Community reviews
—
0 reviews
Sign in to write a review.
No reviews yet. Be the first to review this game.
