Overview
A Date with Death is a supernatural romance chat simulator visual novel developed and published by Two and a Half Studios. It was released on Steam and Itch.io for Microsoft Windows, macOS, and Linux on December 7, 2023.
Premise
You're just an ordinary person... or so you thought. For your entire life, you've been narrowly avoiding death by pure luck... or is it something more? When a strange program suddenly appears on your computer, and someone claiming to be the Grim Reaper says he's come for your soul, your life as you know it is thrown upside down.
As you delve deeper into the mysterious man that calls himself the Grim Reaper, you begin to wonder if fate brought you two together for a reason. Can you resist his charm, or will you fall for the one destined to take your soul?
A Date with Death is a supernatural romance chat simulator visual novel about the week-long bet you enter against the Grim Reaper to attempt to keep your soul. Create your own character, from appearance to pronouns, decorate your apartment, and spend the (possible) last week of your life getting to know the one hunting for your soul.
Game Features
Custom Character Creation
Build your own protagonist, from their physical appearance to their pronouns and name. Update them throughout the game!
Room Design
Decorate your apartment to your liking and create a cozy space that you'll love coming back to.
Pet Your Companion
Yes, you can pet the dog. Snuggle up with your furry friend and let their cute antics help you unwind.
Choices That Matter
Make decisions that will affect your character's fate and lead you to one of multiple possible endings. What kind of relationship will you have with the Grim Reaper?
Gorgeous Original Art
It has to be said... the Grim Reaper is good-looking. Just don't tell him - it'll go to his head.
System
Menu
In menu you can access CG, load your game, access music or change game options.
Character Menu
In Character menu you can customize your character: choose your appearance, pronouns, gender, leading and name. You also can pick from six different pets.
Room Menu
In Room menu you can change your appearance, renovate your room, water your plant, check on your pet, listen to your neighbors and access the computer.
DLC Content
The main story of A Date with Death will always be free, but if you'd like to support the game and get some extras, then you can purchase optional DLCs!
Expansion DLC
- Extra character customization options (five hair fronts, five hair backs, three fem outfits + recolors, four masc outfits + recolors, and 13 accessories)
- Adds extra choices and conversations throughout all days
- Adds one additional ending (including a new CG!)
Beyond the Bet DLC
- Additional Content: Five brand new days of chatting and calling with your favorite babygirl reaper
- Brand New Art: A host of brand new CGs from original game artist Fuyuure
- New Endings: Four new endings that lead into your future (or not) with Grim
Characters
Grim (Casper)
The main love interest of the game. Grim is a confident man with red eyes and long white hair. He's the Grim Reaper, numbered 8394, come to collect your soul.
5012
A senior Reaper in the Underworld. Cold, calculated and methodical. He's responsible for disciplining Casper in the past.
0204 (Atlas)
A new Reaper in the Underworld and upcoming love interest in A Date with Death 2: REMNANTS.