Sepia Tears

Sepia Tears is a text-led romance visual novel about Mark, a high-school student who wants to forget a painful memory, and Myra, whose arrival brings it back into focus. Their story mixes romance, comedy, mystery, and more introspective moments.

The main activity is reading dialogue and following the characters as they get to know one another. The story unfolds over seven days, developing Mark and Myra’s relationship while gradually exploring his past.

Players make occasional choices that affect relationships and parts of the story, though the narrative is largely linear. The presentation includes hand-drawn character art, CG illustrations, music, and a vocal ending song.

Players who enjoy the game often point to its emotional story, character interactions, and reflective treatment of memory and relationships. Several also appreciate the music and artwork, while the humor and dialogue work better for some than others. Critical reviews describe the pacing or writing as dull, and some players wanted more consequential choices.