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Yandere x yandere, a vampire-themed Visual Novel. 

WARNING for DARK fantasy + romance, including themes of obsession (reciprocated), confinement (consensual), blood drinking and cannibalism (quasi, cross-species), vampirism, constraints (consensual), death, wild animal death(s), suggestive themes (consensual), murder (not consensual), faked amnesia, drug and alcohol use, strong language. 

Summary:

Today is the day when you’re totally, definitely, for sure, going to break up with your... not quite lover. You expect contempt, an argument, or a complete lack of reaction, but what you get is—   

A murder attempt* and a proposal?!   

*you might or might not be an unreliable narrator

What’s in store:

- not safe, not sane, but definitely consensual yandere romance

- customizable yandere protagonist (name, sprite)

- two (2) yandere love interests

- around 14k words (demo), and approximately an hour of playthrough

- unlockable POV extras

- over 60k words (full game), approximately 5-8 hours of playthrough (depending on your reading speed) for 100% completion

- 3 routes (X, Levon, mixed) with 2 branches per route

- 8 branches/endings of varying lengths

- In-game guide included in achievements, after completing one ending

- 9 CGs and 13 item images

Rating: 18+ (see warning)

Characters:

MC:

A bitten vampire, saved by Levon from a group of monster hunters. Sheltered in the mansion of Levon’s soon-to-be (dead) betrothed, MC developed a label-less relationship with his/her/their savior, which grew strained over the years. Currently working as a monster hunter. 

Levon de Nisau:

Coming from a lowly background, Levon rose to power and fortune by the means of inheritance. Merciless, selfish, and oftentimes harsh, he used to navigate life by adopting a charismatic social butterfly persona. Now, being one of the richest and most affluent men in the country, he no longer bothers with such pretense. 

X:

Formerly an orphan MC saved from being killed in the witch trials, now a young man who refuses to seek a better future for himself, stubbornly staying in Levon’s mansion as a servant. Despite that, X is rather cocky and brash, even towards his employer.

Credits:


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StatusIn development
PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux, Android
Rating
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(101 total ratings)
AuthorChthonic Chrome Studio
GenreVisual Novel
TagsAmare, Dark Fantasy, Romance, Story Rich, yandere

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In order to download this game you must purchase it at or above the minimum price of $12 USD. You will get access to the following files:

DarlingDarlingDead-1.0-pc.zip 212 MB
DarlingDarlingDead-1.0-mac.zip 183 MB
com.ccs.ddd.full-1.0-1732389754-release.apk 197 MB

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DarlingDarlingDeadDemoNew-1.1-pc.zip 123 MB
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DarlingDarlingDeadDemoNew-1.1-mac.zip 94 MB
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com.ccs.ddd.demo_new-1.1-1729268644-release.apk 106 MB

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Absolutely lovely writing, I love the dark twisted humor, the bloody scenes and the passionate decision making <3.

-somewhat spoiler? warning

 I'm a big sucker for puppy boys like X, but playing through Levon's route made me appreciate his sweet side all the more. The routes are messy(as in chaotic, not at all in quality!) and full of character emotion, our mc not just being swept up in the madness but also a force for it! I much prefer an mc with a personality, it makes the story so much more put together. My only wish was for more spice! I'm most certainly checking out your other games, I have a taste for your small studios writing and art style, I'm excited to be a devoted follower!

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I had the same idea (about the spice) but apparently they're making some extra content that will have some 🌶️🔥🥵 in it. Which I'm hyped for as an X fanboy!

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ahh that's so awesome! ty for letting me know!

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I’ve only done (most) of the pov and Levon specific routes and I adore him. X was suss to me the entire time so I’m glad I tried out a few of the other options after the

Spoiler warning wedding one.
I love smol vamp also. I did have one question, is Levon's
Spoiler warning Cannibalism
ever fully explained in an ending? I did about three of his routes but avoided the ones from the guide that sounded like they'd be
Spoiler warningbad endings or get him killed.
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Hmm, will put this under spoilers, but:

SPOILERS

Quasi-cannibalism due to differences in species, but basically, Levon’s patron wants souls, and Levon feasts on the hearts for nutrition (besides wanting the blood for MC, of course).

But good, they’re all meant to be suspicious tbh 😂

Ohh interesting. I did wonder if there was something going on there because of some of Levon’s dialogue in the wedding ending. This just makes me adore him more honestly. XD

His behaviour in the wedding one is likely because signing the marriage contract binds the MC to him. That's my theory anyway. It's a Faustian bargain (tryna be vague cause idk how to spoiler tag)

Yes, the way he talks about the MC being bound to him now would suggest that. It’s still my favourite ending even with that in mind though. XD

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I got the full version on Steam, but I just wanted to comment to give a huge THANK YOU to the developers for creating the gem that is X. A masochistic yandere is everything I could have asked for and more.  His motives, writing, and character are absolute perfection. Beyond that, the writing in the game is great. I love the character dynamics, and the POVs make things so much more fun. Unlocking all of the different endings has been a blast. I look forward to following new releases from your team! I also delusionally hope that there will be more content of X, I would definitely purchase a DLC. 

Aww, thank you for the comment and love 🥺 X, a gem 😂 We're glad everyone loves the characters, but dang, sometimes writing them is just "why are you like this" and then remembering we're the devs 🤣

Perhaps there might be something in the future hmmmmm 😌😏

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The writing in this is so good and the character dynamic between the MC and X is *chef's kiss*

My only complaint is that the writing was so good that the story suddenly ending as soon as it started to get spicy left me feeling blue-balled af D': I really hope the game gets popular so that there will be some fan fiction or something lol

EDIT: Actually, that's on me. The TWs only list 'suggestive' scenes, that probably should've been my hint!

(+1)

Due to Steam's policy on NSFW/Adult content, we decided to split it so the build would not have any of NSFW content, but we are working on  ✨spicy✨extras for the ROs.

OMG 😍 thank you for the heads up!! I've noticed that I can't find any eroge on Steam, even with NSFW turned on, so I'm no surprised they have a rule.

(+7)

Finally a game where I can beam the freak right back in the most criminal way possible

X and Levon be like: 😳😏

(+2)

OMGGGGG ITS ALREADY OUT?????????? BUYING THIS FOR CHRISTMAS IM SO HAPPYYYYYYYYYYY

Yessss 😌😏

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This is a great visual novel, i was really excited from the demo you guys do an amazing job at developing characters that are both complex but still very loveable. Also I was not disappointed with any of the other Povs, I love this concept of being able to see the love interests own thoughts and feelings on a specific moment, it makes you feel more attached and understand them and the story better. Overall great experience 👌 worth the money if you into this sorta genre

Thank you for your comment 😄!!! We think the POVs were fun to write, so it's great that a lot of people love them 🤩

YESSSSSSS I love you I'm so excited

Thank you so much 😋

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NO WAY IT'S OUT ALREADY YIPPEE HERE WE GO

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It sure is >:D

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Ahh i've yet to complete it 100% but this is wonderful!! Cool distinct visual design and super lovable characters that leave you wanting more of them, in a good way! The ambiguous narration thing was super entertaining and adds a lot to the replayability, plus it was really satisfying to see the way the pieces line up in the end, along with the different POVs. Also love how the main character shows their abilities and decades of life (death?) experience in the way they act and aren't just helpless between the two others! Big thanks for releasing this!!!

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Thank you so much for the comment 🥺!!! We really do like piece-by-piece narration and having an MC that isn't afraid to handle things (and others lol) themself 😄

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okay i finished playing and i can proudly say that I am in fact a levon girlie, I love him AHH! he's just the sweetest and i love how pouty he is (and our silly banter hahshhde 😭) can u tell that ending 5 was my fave yet

Aww, thank you for loving Levon 😄!!!

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Levon, my beloved. <3 It's so sweet that he saved MC from the hunters! I am not God's strongest soldier; I would've married him at the drop of a hat; he's just so sweet; INFACT I WOULD PROPOSE IF I COULD. Also, I love his outfits; he's stylish, loyal, AND HE HAS COOL GLASSES—the full package. 

 

SPOILERS BELOW!

 

 

 

 

 

 

I cackled so hard at X's reaction to being tied up; MC is so serious about it, and he's just like, 'Jokes on you, I'm into this.'

I loved the drip-feeding information style of this game and the POVS. OMG, DID I LOVE THE POVS! (Especially Levon's; there's a running theme in this post, huh.) Thank you so much. I hope you're happy and healthy! Congratulations on the game release.

Another one for Levon 😄!!! We're glad to see Levon getting some love, too :D

We appreciate you hiding the spoiler! But yep, that's just how he is 😂

i am ACHING for the full game. YEARNING.

Well, the full game is now released 😄!!!

WHATTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT 20 HOURS AFTER???? My prayers have been answered.

LOVE LOVE LOVED THE DEMO. I love the artstyle, save menu, etc! Everything about the game is so pretty even down to the music. The story is also very interesting! 

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Thank you for the comments 😄!!!

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after seeing levon's pov everything clicked, his intentions r so pure omg bless him 😭 x is also such a sly cunning bastard but i love him so much he deserves all the pets in the world 💗

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X pets? There's definitely more of that in-game 😄

OH IM SAT 🧎🏾‍♀️🧎🏾‍♀️🧎🏾‍♀️

I absolutely adore this Demo!! It's such a fun read especially the POVs. Although I did notice that the two love interest only have four fingers when their hands are shown but five when they are at their sides. I'm not sure if it's a design choice or not. just wanted to ask lol. ANYWHOO I can't wait to buy this when it gets released <3 

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Thank you for the comment 😄!!! It's not a design choice, it's basic anatomy. Please stand in front of the mirror in the same pose as the sprites and see if you can see your thumbs when they are covered by the palms.

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ooh makes sense now! ngl I was half asleep while playing the game so I think I just didn't think of that possible answer lol. fully can't wait for the full game!!

love the game! when will the official be released, and would there be a price?

Thank you 😄!!! We answered the release question below, but here's a copy and paste: "Steam's in the middle of approving the build, so we don't know how long that will take, but soon 👀!"

As for the price, it will be commercial, yes, but we’ll know for sure what it’ll be once we take into consideration the expenses like the work time, assets, fees and licenses, etc.

so so good so far!! and the different pov's are such a nice detail! i cant wait for the full release of the game! X3!! when do you think it's going to be released if i may ask!

(+1)

Thank you for enjoying it 😄!!! Steam's in the middle of approving the build, so we don't know how long that will take, but soon 👀!

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I love this game. But I was taken aback from it because I was so confused by the MC's face. I could not, for the life of me, tell if they had their mouth open the entire time or if the red was their bottom lip. But then sometimes i'd see what I can only assume to be some teeth?? Sorry I got off track. ANyways I loved the rest of the art and story!

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Thank you for your comment 😄!!! We've updated the mouth in the full game :)

(+1)

Thank you so much for this big readable font! Love the color you used for the dialog name abbreviations, such a juicy pink. The soundtrack is very pleasant as well as men in lace and aprons. Bless you

Of course! And thank you for your comment 😄!!!

"Men in lace and aprons" ngl, sounds pretty catchy 🤔

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beautiful game with incredible atmosphere! i cannot over exaggerate how much the different hair textures are so meaningful and improve the experience as a black player sooo much

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Aww, thank you so much for liking the hair textures 🥺!!!

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I love how smol we are compared to Levon and X lol We are just a tiny lil vamp. hngggggg I also love that we get to customize our avatar and have it show alongside other characters! I don't think there are other games that do that. 
I didn't expect myself to like this game so much.
X is such a precious lil puppy (at least to MC anyway) and Levon is your (seemingly) black flag fwb that you can't help but have a soft spot for XD I can't wait for that full game <333

(+2)

Tiny vamp, big stronk 😤 Aww, thank you, we think MC being in the scene is neat since they get to 'participate' in the scene😄

You described X and Levon perfectly 🤣

(+2)

I love how unhinged they all are, it is fascinating 
I love it and I am looking forward to a full game! 

(+1)

Thank you for the comment 😄!!! Yes, yes, good, we wanted an MC to be just as unhinged as the ROs 😂

played this through on a whim.. and now i absolutely need the full game. amazing work!

Aww, thank you for the comment 😄!!!

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this was really cute and interesting. Seeing the other POVs, especially X's, was so cool! He is so babygirl coded but also a scarily quiet yandere

(+3)

Thank you so much 😄!!! Seems like the POVs are being received well 😊!!! Ah, yes, the duality of X 🤣

(+1)

super fun! looking forward to more of both of them

Thank you so much 😄!!! We're eager to write more of them, heehee 🤭

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I played this last night and I loved it so much! I found myself really loving the story and the direction it was going and I didn't expect to love X so much but I do! I saved his POV for last so when I was playing through Levon's POV, I loved how cheeky he was with him but it wasn't until I did his POV that I understood his motives. Which also made me love him even more! I also love the dynamic of him being a regular human while we are the vampire. I feel like I don't see that type of perspective often and I'm absolutely loving it. I feel like I've said love a lot but I really enjoyed this vn. Looking forward to see what y'all do next!

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Aww, thank you for the rave review 🥺!!!

We enjoy POVs like that often, there's a lot that can be said once you see things from their perspectives 😄

Yes! Let MC be the special non-human (at least in DDD) 😌

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Hello, the description refers to MC as her despite it being gender selectable.

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Thank you so much for the catch 🤩!!! It has been changed 😄

Hello, love the game cant wait for more! Sadly i cannot get the povs to work for me, Ive finished the demo and restarted but when i get to the keyhole scene nothing happens? im sure its me, i just dont know what im doing wrong.

(+1)

We updated a new version of the demo and a guide for unlocking the POVs (see the newest devlog). Hope that helps!

(+1)

Yeah, this is pretty good, although MC is really getting railroaded into trusting/liking the orphan, who shines like the reddest of all the red flags, she should really know better, being that old.

Oh, and will there be a steam release?

(+3)

We added a few new lines pertaining to MC's background, and the fact that MC has little experience with friendships and/or other interpersonal relationships, which leaves them vulnerable to manipulation from people they consider close and/or are fond of. Hope that helps.

Yes, we're planning to release DDD on Steam as well. We'll make an announcement once we have more concrete information regarding said release.

I am so looking forward for the full game!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you so much for the excitement 😄!!!

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Thank you for the interest 😄!!!

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HELLO THIS IS EVERYTHING I EVER WANTED??????? Is there a release date for the full game? The demo was amazing and I'm so thankful to be able to play on Android! 

X is the best, he's perfect as a yandere, as a character as a love interest, everythiiiiing. Yes my boy, keep gaslighting the hell out of your cute vampire 👀 He's playing chess while everyone else plays checkers, I love him!!

I wonder though are the paranoia choices part of his route? I keep choosing them because it seems to fit what he wants, but maybe they have nothing to do with his romance and it only leads to bad endings eventually, kind of like a madness meter? 

Anyway the pov section was GREAT because I was a bit insecure about what kind of relationship the two had but the pov was like "girl you can relax they would sooner murder each other" GOOD! I missed having antagonistic ROs. 

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Thank you for the comments and the love for the ROs  and POVs 😂😄!!!

For information on the release date for the full game, please refer to the comments below.

The Paranoia choices will determine  one of the final branchings and subsequent ending(s) in the full game. They are not locked to a particular route.

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Spoilers!!

Just finished playing this game today! I really loved the peek we get into the character dynamics. MC thinking that X is all sweet and innocent when he is actually the drama is my bread and butter. Especially with Xs POV where i think its hinted that hes responsible for a lot of the relationship problems between Levon and MC. And Levon oml. Mc is such an unreliable narrator cuz I was really believing that Levon didn't care. Or at least he was one of those "I secretly care about you but I'll do everything to hurt you cuz that care makes me feel bad and only when you wanna leave then I'll suddenly have an epiphany and love you" kinda MLs but then you get to his POV and he really likes mc (and i dont think he actually cheated). He's still a total brat tho. All the relationships are so messsyyy and I'm in love with how each of them create their own problems and misunderstandings. Communication is for suckers!

also I've encountered some problems with playing this on android. When pressing on any of the text for menu, save, load etc. I've found its really hard to actually get them to work. I'll be pressing them and the text turns into a different color but it doesn't respond easily. The buttons for things are also too small for mobile I think. Also I've found that the layout and colors of the menus can be kinda hard to discern and read but that could just be my bad eyes.

This is my first time leaving a comment on a game so I'm sorry if this is not pertaining to the etiquette of this site. Will delete if so :D


ALSO LOOOVE THE ART. SO BEAUTIFUL.

Ayo, thank you for the lovely comments 😄!!! We're glad that you're loving the dynamics and all of the characters  and the art 😊

We've just uploaded a new build that increases sizes for the CC buttons and changed the menu in-game.

Wow thanks, the menu is definitely easier to use now :D

umm is there a guide? i didn't get any PoVs? and only 2 gallery portraits of Levon.. Unless those goodies arent added yet?

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start the game again then you'll get the option to pick the pov for the bedroom/keyhole scene

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Yes on Aise's and zigzagxox's replies, this is how you get to the POV scenes. Thank you to the both of them who answered the questions on the POVs!

There are only two CGs in the demo.

ok thank you!!!!

heyy, i have played the routs but i can find out how to get the povs, how do i get them?? some one plsss helppp (btw i LOVE the game)

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click start, skipped the text, then during when you're peeping the keyhole, the choices would naturally appear.

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thank you sooooo muchhh!!

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I'm such a sucker for previously established romantic relationships that I was surprised by how much I was drawn to X , especially since MC has a history of seeing him in a rather parental light (truly a testament to y'all's writing—I was also drawn to Reed in Perfumare, so Rook may have made me aware that I have a type😭). I was also impressed by the depth of backstory y'all were able to fit into the demo and am super excited to see how the rest of the story will unfold. Also, as usual, the art and UI are gorgeous!

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Oh 🤩? Love it when people are drawn to an RO they didn't expect to like 😊

Brats sure are popular 🤭🤣

But thank you so much for your comments 🥺!!!

(+1)

Love love love!!! Everything about this was great, the art, the atmosphere, the story and!!! THE CHARACTERS!!!! I also really like that we can see the other character's POVs. I can't recommend this game enough, seriously. Amazing job!! Looking forward to the full version<3

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Ayo, thank you so much for the big love 🥺!!! Aww, that's great - we love the POVs because it adds more characterization to the ROs 😄

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THIS IS SO FUN AND ATMOSPHERIC?? i love the art, the current characterization, the paranoia system,,,, y'all were able to convey a lot in a little amount of time, and i love that in storiessss. can't wait to see the full game, i'll be following ya in the meantime >:]

Thank you so much 🥺!!!! Glad you love the characterization and paranoia system!

Thank you for noticing that in our writing, too 😄!!!

We hope you enjoy following >;D

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I've just completed your demo inside and out. I'm truly impressed by the setting and deeply intrigued by the characters' motivations. Everything is so well-written, and the atmosphere pours right out of the screen. When do you plan to release the full version? :-)

Aww, thank you 🥺!!! Hee hee, yes, motivations are important to the characters 😂

Since we're working on this game in our spare time between work, we, unfortunately, can't give you a concrete, or even approximate release date. That said, we have most of the assets already done, and we're trying to have the script wrapped up within the next 3 months. 

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