The Sad Story of Emmeline Burns
A free game created by Ebi-Hime, author of Asphyxia, The Way We ALL GO and Strawberry Vinegar, TSSofEB is a free yuri (girls’ love) game created for a game jam.
As the saying goes, dead men tell no tales. They only leave tales behind.
Toma Andrews, aged 14, has always felt like an outsider. She enjoys spending time in graveyards, and feels more comfortable among the dead than the living.
That is, until Toma meets a strange girl in her local graveyard who might be a real ghost.
The girl asks Toma if she will stay for a while and listen to a story. A story about a girl called Emmeline Burns, who died a tragic death back in 1851.
Toma is compelled to listen, but at the same time, she feels uneasy. After all, what can she do? How could she ever hope to help somebody who has already died?
Game Discussion
Steam User 3
Short, sweet yuri story.
You get all the achievements automatically by just reading trough the story and playing the bonus chapter (click the item on the dresser).
Steam User 2
Such a sweet, exciting story! Well worth a read-through <3
Steam User 2
This game was so emotionally sad but beautiful at the same time. Really beautiful artwork as well
Steam User 3
The Sad Story of Emmeline Burns is a poignant and beautifully crafted visual novel by Ebi-Hime that explores themes of love, loss, and self-discovery in a hauntingly serene setting. Set in a quiet English graveyard, the story follows Toma Andrews, a teenage girl who encounters the ghost of Emmeline Burns, a Victorian-era girl who died under mysterious circumstances. The interaction between the two leads to revelations about Emmeline's life and unresolved feelings, as well as Toma’s own budding romance with her friend Hattie.
The game is notable for its sensitive writing style and emotionally engaging narrative. Ebi-Hime's dialogue captures the spirit of yuri (girls’ love) fiction with a soft, sentimental tone that resonates with the characters' struggles and joys. The art style is equally praised, using delicate visuals that suit the story's ethereal atmosphere, while the music effectively complements each scene, enhancing the immersion.
Though it's a short experience (about 30 minutes to an hour), the game has received positive reviews for its ability to evoke strong emotions and convey a meaningful story in such a brief span. Many fans appreciate the well-rounded ending, which provides closure for Emmeline while hinting at a hopeful future for Toma and Hattie. Overall, this visual novel stands out as a heartwarming and melancholic journey worth experiencing for fans of the genre.
Steam User 1
The music box in this game is so engaging ffs!
Its songs are perfect for setting the mood and relaxing. They create a calming atmosphere that adds value to the gaming experience.
Don't let Bunny Emmi's presence distract you from fully enjoying the music.
The music box is a banger of an addition to the game.
Steam User 1
This is one of those visual novels that tells a story without any interaction, which can be hit or miss. But this one was short, sweet, and very endearing. For a free game, this is definitely worth the hour or two to read through.
Steam User 1
The stunning art is the best part for me, but the story is also very moving. This was the first yuri game I ever played, and I still have fond memories of it!