
Rewritten
A downloadable game for Windows, macOS, and Linux
Synopsis:
With only one weekend to get your aunt's bookstore ready for its grand re-opening, help arrives in an unexpected way when boys start magically hopping out of the books! Will you be able to keep peace between their eccentric personalities, fix up the shop and find love before Monday...?
A cozy, humorous fantasy romance that'll have you fall in love with reading all over again. If you can't pick a boy, pick them all! or give this quiz a spin.
Weird Little Beasties is a five woman development team of friends who make the sort of games we want to play.
Features:
- All original art and music!
- 5 possible love interests, 7 possible endings
- ~50k words
- Nameable, gender neutral protagonist
- Unlockable image gallery
- NEW: To celebrate our one year anniversary, you can now download a pdf with some behind the scenes art!
Characters:
Amos
A playful detective from a children's mystery series. Beneath his friendly exterior lies a highly perceptive mind (we hope).
Klaus
A mysterious knight from a pulp fantasy book. He's got some mind-boggling tales of heroism if you can manage to wring conversation out of him.
Morgan "Mac" Macallister
A grouchy pirate from a piece of classical literature. But maybe he isn't as scary as he acts. Maybe he's scarier.
Dr. Nightshade
A mad scientist from a midcentury science fiction novel. He has a low opinion of most things and isn't afraid to say so, but maybe you can find a place on his tolerable list.
Rosamel
A flirtatious poet from a German fairytale. Proud owner of the world record for number of love-at-first-sights.
Status | Released |
Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
Rating | Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars (453 total ratings) |
Author | Weird Little Beasties |
Genre | Visual Novel |
Made with | Ren'Py |
Tags | Comedy, Dating Sim, Fantasy, Multiple Endings, Otome, Romance |
Average session | A few hours |
Languages | English |
Download
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Development log
- One Year of Rewritten!Nov 24, 2024
Comments
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already commented but i realized nightshade looks like hes mewing in the title screen
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Awww this game was great, I took the quiz before hand and what can I say I love a good detective and I love a silly little oblivious cornball even more. All of the characters were so well written, I enjoyed Klaus and Mac's stories just as much. I look forward to any future projects or perhaps any additions to these stories the future may hold, the game was fantastic and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a cozy little dating sim to brighten their evening.
Thank you so much!! Your nice review makes us so happy, we’re glad you enjoyed the game!
KLAAAAAAAUSSSSSSSSSSSS I NEED MORE OF HIM NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OAGWJAWOJGAWGJ
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iMMBEGGIJNGGGG for a sequel 😭🙏 this was amazing and loved how well written each character was (my personal favourites we’re definitely nightshade and rosamel)
I loved how we got to read their books at the end to learn more about them, I thought that was the most coolest thing I’ve seen in a game and enjoyed it so so much!! however the actual ending of the game itself felt a little unfinished? I honestly thought that there would’ve been more to it and we get to see how the characters live with MC (this is totally not just because im desperate for more content..)
this game HASSS to be in my top 5 favourites, it was beautiful and honestly original!! >3<
Thank you so much! What a sweet review! We’re happy you liked the game so much, though unfortunately we don’t have any current plans to continue this particular story. We’ll leave exploring how the characters continue to live with MC to our creative and talented fans (; We do plan to make different games in the future though, so we hope you learn to love those characters too!
This is the first time I played a game that has a quiz to choose love interest, it came wrong from whom I expected tho but I appreciated it.
About the ending, I was expecting to have extra CG bc I found its quite.. uncompleted (?), I thought there was a next chapter.
However I really enjoy playing this game, tysm!
Thanks for playing, sorry you didn’t quite enjoy the ending! None of us had any game development experience prior to making Rewritten, so we can readily admit it’s a little clunky in areas. But you learn by doing! Hopefully our next one will be smoother (;
This is a pretty good cozy, low-stakes romance vn that doesn't take up too much time but is still worth every minute. All of the LIs were different and unique in their own ways. Klaus and Amos were my absolute faves but I had so much fun playing through all of the romances.
Thank you! We’re happy to hear it!! ❤️💚
What can I say? This game has a very special place in my heart :)
This pretty much healed my inner child WHILE giving me hella hot LIs ANNND a very cute story for each of them!
Istg I play this game once a month just to give me this serotonin boost I got from this amazing story
I love you Weird Little Beasties for giving us such a soul cleansing game <3
Thank you!!! That makes us so happy to hear! We’re so glad Rewritten has brought you so much happiness <3
a HUGE inspiration for a lot in my life rn including the development of my own stupid dating sim!! This is such a charming little game and there is not a day in my life (1 month) that I don't think about this game lowkey . The art and cgs are just STUNNING with characters with cartooney yet real emotions ALL OF THEM ARE SO LIKEABLE its so GOOD . yum yum yum. (nightshade please one chance omg)
Thank you so much!! What a sweet comment! We’re happy to hear the game has stuck with you, and good luck with your own!
Just wanted to say that I absolutely love this vn! I came across it a few months back during a rough patch in my life, and it was the perfect comfort and coziness I needed. I ended up loving everyone <3 (though the Doc and Rosamel continue to live rent-free in my head haha). Getting to actually read sections of their books and seeing the different writing styles was super cool too. I'm inspired to return to drawing and to read a lot more books! Fantastic work, I'll likely find myself replaying this occasionally, and I look forward to your future projects! *sends plentiful cups of tea and snacks*
This is so wonderful, thank you for the sweet review! We’re glad the game could be a source of comfort for you, and it’s exciting that’s inspiring you to get back to drawing and reading!! Both hobbies we devs approve of haha 🩷💜
This game is so great! They're literally all so endearing in their own way!! I can't pick a favourite! Literally not enough games with sweet little feminine boys and tough rugged men who aren't just thin or sculpted!! Mac is soo handsome. And Amos. All of them tbh. I also like that they have different nose shapes! Biiiig appreciation for the art and writing!!
Thank you so much!!
Hi hi!!! Loved the game soooooo much! The art, characters and everything ^^ expecially Dr Nightshade..and about that, i was REALLY interested in reading a book with the same vibe as his, got any recommendations about it? With all the sci-fi, crazy scientist vibe?? Cause as i said..i would really like it! Hope this game gets the recognition it deserves cause it's a REALLY good<33 thanks for making the game!
Thank you, we’re happy to hear you liked it so much! For book recommendations, that’s tough! We drew a lot of inspiration from 20th century science fiction, especially authors like H.G. Wells, Ursula K. Le Guin and George Orwell, while trying to also capture the campy aesthetics of lesser acclaimed scifi from the same period. One of our ranks recommends the Johannes Cabal series for a similar protagonist personality and sense of humor, though it’s more fantasy than scifi. Your comment also led us to debate if Goethe’s Faust can be considered scifi, lol
Oh so cool! Well thank you for the recommendations <3 and thank you for making the game, hope you'll make more in the future! I would love to play them all!
I came into this swooning over rosie and nightshade's designs. Then I got to know them all and just genuinely fell for each character. I love the emotions set behind each of the stories we get to read nearing the end. My favorite ended up being our beloved knight Klaus. He made me feel like I was wrapped in a cozy blanket and in front of a fire during the winter. A true darling that I was not expecting. Complex in such a nice way too! I am glad he got to realize his worth. I know that is more of a short fix to something he would have to work on long term but ahhhh. Love how you covered it.
Thank you for the kind comment! We’re so happy you feel that way and enjoyed our little game!!
I am excited for any other games you may release or if you ever extend on this one!!!
I had just finished playing this game and did all the routes, originally I came here because I *LOVED* both Amos' and Klaus' designs but grew to love all of them individually. If I had to pick a favourite, it'd either be between Amos or Mac, I know for a fact I'm definitely going to return back to this game every now and then :)
We love hearing who people thought their favorites would be at the beginning vs who they ended up being. And of course, our favorite thing to hear is that a player enjoyed all the routes! Thank you so much for playing, and we’re so pleased you enjoyed Rewritten!
I love Klaus :) sweet baby
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This game was incredibly charming to play through and I can tell there was love and care put into each of the guys' routes, I found myself liking all of them. Rosie is still my favorite though. Love a pink twink.
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This is actually my first time leaving a comment on itch.io, and I just had to say something about Rewritten! I was completely hooked from the start. I loved the art and the characters. I started with Kluse's route, then Amos's, and I was truly surprised by the character development and their interactions with the MC. I loved seeing how their relationships developed in each route. I played through them all, and it was such a fun experience. I think this game is seriously underrated and deserves way more recognition. (English isn't my first language, so please bear with me if my sentences are a little off)
Thank you, we really appreciate it!!
This game is so unbelievably underrated UGHGH. I loved all the characters and how they are written so much! The art style is so cozy, so eatable and the fact that every book has its own unique style of art is so cool!!! I was expecting to love Nightshade the most but Rosamel stole my heart I keep looking at his stupid faceAAAA- You guys are awesome i am excited for future projects!♡
Thank you so much for the sweet comment! We’re so happy you enjoyed Rewritten!! 🩷
I devoured this game so fast that I ended up feeling sad. It's a shame it's so short because I got really attached to the characters, and the art is just so beautiful! (I'm keeping the CGs forever.) I just want to say that Klaus and Nightshade are my babies, and I want them NOW!
Thank you so much for enjoying and leaving a review! 💚💜
nightshade is the pookiest pookie to ever pookie <3
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Loved Rosamel and Mac so much. Thank you so much for making this game!! Looking foward to your next projects 😌
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Papa, me want more movie
MY SHAYLAAAAAAAAAASSSS I love them so much. The art is so cozy and cute. just chef kiss!!!!! THEY'RE ALL SO FREAKY CUTTEEEEEE AGHHHHHHHHHHHHHH Got me kicking my feet and giggling.
Thank you!! ❤️💚💙💜🩷
this is such a sickly sweet and cute game, i adored it. especially that hot pink bitch named breakfast- er, rosamel. i'm a simple person, i see a pink haired man and it's on sight. that said, i really liked all the characters, the art is very gorgeous too. cozy and relaxing, won my heart ٩(ˊᗜˋ*)و ♡
Thank you so much! We’re happy to hear it 🩷
KLAUS IS A CUTIE PATOOTIE RAGHH I LOVE THIS SM !!!!
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THIS IS SO GOOD IM IN LOVE WITH ALL OF THEM. I'm makinh so much fanart argghhghrg... Do you guys have any socials I am able to follow??? (The art is also magnificent im so in love with this game)
Thank you so much!! We’d love to see your fanart!!! Our instagram handle is @beasties.studio if you’d like to tag us in it!
God i love this game so much. the art is so charming, the premise is so fun and the boys are so sweet...I can't even choose a favorite. (Ok, that's not true. It's Nightshade)
Thank you for enjoying Rewritten! 💜
Came here for Klaus but fell in love with Amos along the way 🤭 Wonderful, wonderful writing, charming soundtrack, beautiful visuals... love this game! Thanks for the experience! 😁💖
Thank you so much!! We’re happy you loved it!
Of course! Will definitely be looking forward to playing more of your games in the future! 😊🥰
GOD PLEASE MAKE A SECOND ONE KLAUS IS LITERALLY BABY GIRL I MISS HIM
Unfortunately as of now we have no plans to do another Rewritten story (but we ARE working on a new project…)
I have ONE complaint about this game and it's that there's not more of it. I love these guys so much, especially Rosamel 🥺 he's so,,,, ueeueueuawaahhh
Thank you for blessing us with this game <3
wait ive already commented on this oh my god. well that tells you how good the game is LMAO
Haha we’re so happy you like the game enough to comment twice!
I've replayed this game so many times now and I still can't pick a favorite!! Thank you so much for making this <3
Thank you!!!
feels both and/or like found family, the description didn't lie, the game was crazy cozy heartwarming akin to a nice soup served in best balanced warmth (made with love that you can feel <3) the alternative versions of music based on the character you interact with too are nice, makes them more alive and with each of their background in the books to flesh them out? endearing, real feels and (dare i mention, caused me to shed tears the most in Nightshade's route surprisingly?) all of them turned to be more, what were once just neutral and from like-to-loveable. It was in this one rare of a gem where the characters are all... I really adored them, including the mc yes... (bless the aunt for granting a true happy ending with everyone). Worth to try and replay!
Thank you so much for the review!! We’re so happy you enjoyed Rewritten!!
every route is genuinely SO good i couldn't pick a favorite... just finished it but i know i'll play it again :DDD
Thank you, we’re so happy to hear you liked it!!
How old are the fellas?
We didn’t want to give any of them concrete ages since they’re book characters and all, but we consider Nightshade, Klaus and Rosamel to be somewhere around their mid twenties, while Amos is more in his thirties and Mac is the oldest, in his forties. You’re free to put them at any age you like, though!
oh sorry for asking then, thank you
No need to apologize!
I took the quiz and got Rosamel. I almost died of laughter when i found out he came from a german fairytail. (I live in Austria and of course speak fluently german). Five stars, like pop off girlypop.
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I recently finished all the routes and this game was a blast! Alot of love and passion has been put into this game and it shows. I loved all of the characters but I've definitely got a sweet spot for Amos. Can't wait to see what you guys make next! :D
Thank you so much! That makes us so happy to hear!
nightshade is my pookie i love him.
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nightshade is a weird little freak thank you for making him
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I have only played Mac's Route but OMG I love this game. It has me smiling and giggling like a little kid. I will say the ending does cut abruptly. I am unsure if that is due to my fault or thats just how the game ends but it is a tab confusing. Either way 10/10 game GREAT WORK
Thank you, we’re glad you’re enjoying it! And sorry, the game ending is definitely too abrupt 😅
Update: I have played it all and OMFG I AM IN LOVE. I stand by the fact that Mac is my favorite but they are all so amazing! Also the full ending is so great. Amazing work! I hope you guys make more games <3.
Klaus my beloved <3
Okay detailed review time:
1. Art style: I love the art style, it's so charming and it gives the game such a cozy feeling to it. The backgrounds were cute, and I loved the CGs! Each of the characters had such a specific style unique to them that I got an immediate understanding of their character.
2. Music: I noticed that depending on who you were with, the style of the music would shift. With Nightshade, the music had a sci-fi feel, and with Rosamel the music would have a light hearted tone. This was a really cool touch and I thought it was really neat, though the start up of the game's interface didn't seem to have any music so I had worried at first that I had the game on mute. So that's my suggestion when it came to music.
3. Story: I love all of them and after doing all their routes, I can safely say I have my favourites (Klaus, Mac, Amos, top three hands down because they suit my tastes a lot) but all of the characters had their merits and tackled their flaws in ways that felt satisfying. Even if they aren't my 'type' I still enjoyed their story a lot! Each of their stories were unique while matching their specific genre.
Conclusion:
This game is cozy on cozy. Turn off your brain and fill it with fluff. If you want to giggle like a schoolgirl, this is the one for you. Each of the romance options had a bright personality that felt unique and three dimensional. The moments they all have together particularly made me smile because it really made them feel lively. One thing I did note though is that when you finish a run, and the screen turns black, it kicks you back to the main menu. This can feel pretty jarring, so making it fade after ending would make it feel less abrupt when it ends. Each of the characters personalities are obvious straight from the bat with each of their genre's reflecting this.
4/5 stars, I had fun playing this! Klaus, please marry me.
Thank you so much for the big review! We’re so happy you enjoyed the game!! (And thank you about the notes on the music and the endings, definitely things we will keep in mind going forward! This was all very new to us so it’s a little rough around the edges)