With near-perfect execution, VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action is a must-play for any adventure fan.
92
Verdict
97%
Steam
84
IGDB
Verdict score based on confidence-adjusted Steam reviews?
Overwhelmingly Positive on Steam (97% positive from 38K reviews)
Critically acclaimed (84/100 critic average)
Compelling narrative and story
Outstanding soundtrack
No significant drawbacks reported
VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action is a 2016 visual novel developed by Venezuelan studio Sukeban Games and published by Ysbryd Games. The game was initially released for Microsoft Windows, OS X, and Linux on June 21, 2016, and ports were later released for PlayStation Vita, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch, with the Vita port developed by Wolfgame and published by Limited Run Games. The game puts the player in the role of a bartender at the eponymous VA-11 Hall-A, a small bar in a dystopian downtown which attracts interesting customers. Gameplay revolves around making and serving drinks to patrons while listening to their life stories.
Runs well on modern hardware.
Last updated 6d ago
A pretty chill VN that you shouldn't be playing while the sun is still out. Every play session of mine was late at night and it felt like the optimal way to enjoy the game, as well as a great wind-down before bed.
Vibes, unbelievable, uncountable numbers of vibes. You'll remember how you felt while playing this game even if you've forgotten what happens in it. I'd recommend playing this with headphones in, and your game fullscreened. I think letting yourself get immersed in the game will help let VA-11 Hall-A do its magic for you.
I finished this game on the Nintendo Switch 2, but I had a lot of fun. You get to talk to cool people in a cool setting, there's lots to learn about the world. I highly recommend playing it handheld if you are able to, extremely comfy.
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