The Coffin of Andy and Leyley

The Coffin of Andy and Leyley is so close to being on my list for the game of the year 2023! The only thing holding it off is that this is an episodic game and so far, only the first two chapters are released. The other two I would assume will be coming early next year so I would probably put this game on my game of the year 2024 list when it is all done. To be fair, they do list the game as being in early access, but the episodic nature of how the story unfolds does not make the fact the game is not yet complete seem as bad.

A Sister And A Brother

The story of The Coffin of Andy and Leyley is dark and twisted and I mean really dark and twisted. We have cannibalism, the occult, and even incest! It is not a game for those who are easily offended or turned off by messed up stuff. Our main characters are the sister and brother duo of Ashley and Andrew Graves. They are stuck in the house together and turn to cannibalism to survive, but that is just the start of their troubles.

They Did What???

This game has such a great story that I do not know what to say in order to keep it spoiler free! The Coffin of Andy and Leyley sees our two terrible protagonists on the run, make no mistake about it these are bad people. Ashley is a real piece of work who manipulates her brother to get him to do what she wants, even though she has major worries of abandonment as far as he is concerned. Andrew at first seems like a complete doormat, but by the time you get to the end of the second chapter, you realize that he is not quite what he seems, plus he has a very unhealthy attraction to his sister!

A Very Dark Humor

While the story of The Coffin of Andy and Leyley is very dark and twisted, it also has humorous moments as well. The terrible stuff that these two do tends to go wrong more times than not! The scene where they off their parents is a huge highlight of the game for me and a great example of the twisted humor the game has. It also has bits of backstory that show our terrible twosome as kids with a rather brutal scene involving a girl that had the hots for Andrew and Ashley’s refusal to let someone like that come between them. The art of the game is done in a pixel art style and while the story is messed up, the game is not as graphic as you would think.

No Wrong Answers!

There is a ton of replay value in a game like The Coffin of Andy and Leyley. The story can progress in many ways, during my second playthrough I made sure to have multiple save slots so I could try and see all the different outcomes. You take control of both Ashley and Andrew and the “gameplay” has you moving around each area, trying to find the right items, solving puzzles, and making dialogue choices. From what I experienced, there was technically no wrong way to do things as the game always progressed, even when I thought I made a mistake. It makes it a game that is not just fun to play through, but a game that is a lot of fun to discuss with other like minded dark souls who get a kick out of this type of game.

Pros:

• This is one very dark and twisted story
• Even with just two chapters, this is incredible
• It is very interesting to play as two dark and awful people
• The pixel art style is very well done

Cons:

• The subject matter may be a bit too much for some people
• Some may be shocked that it is not as graphic as you would think

The Coffin of Andy and Leyley is a psychological horror game that includes a small amount of light puzzling. The story driven game is centered on Andy and Leyley, who turn to cannibalism after witnessing a botched satanic ritual.

Andy and Leyley are brother and sister, and are codependent on each other to an extreme degree. Andrew is a doormat who gives into Leyley’s every whim, and Leyley has quite a few evil tendencies.

Extreme Horror

Horror is a spectrum. The Coffin of Andy and Leyley take this to an extreme level. The game includes things like suffocating an innocent child to death, domestic abuse, decapitation and human sacrifices. The game will horrify you to an extreme degree, so if you are not prepared to spend the night awake with all the lights in the house on, you’re not prepared for this game.

Incredible Story

Part of what makes the game so terrifying is how well put together the story is. The game is mostly dialogue, with the two bantering about the various terrible things they do. Think Kiki & Ana - The Child but with a lot more gore and horror. The game is currently in early release, with updates in the form of new chapters every few months. Although the developers said there may be updates in between chapters, these will be bug fixes for the most part, and not adding content to the g ame. Although the story is horror, it does also have some dark comedy woven into it. The game keeps it just lighthearted enough to keep you reading on. There are also multiple routes, allowing you to play the game in different ways. Every choice made in the game can have consequences, and while the game will be horrifying no matter what route you take, some are less horrifying than others. The complete game will have all the chapters, fulfilling the entire story.

Not Much to Do

Besides the horror aspect and the great story, there’s not actually a lot to do in the game. There are a few puzzles, but those puzzles are all very easy. They’re more or less just there to give you time to process the story as it goes along.

The art is also pleasant, but nothing to write home about. The game is carried almost entirely by the story being woven by the developer. If you prefer action and aren’t gripped by impressive stories, you may not find this game as interesting.

Rating: 7/10

If you enjoy psychological horror, this game will thrill you. The story is fantastic, and there are multiple ending with consequences for your actions. Although it has a strong story with many different options, it’s not as strong virtually everywhere else.

Pros:

• Creepy, Horrific Storyline
• Multiple Endings
• Multiple Chapters

Cons:

• Not much else there

The Coffin of Andy and Leyley is an adventure game with elements of a visual novel, where the laws of morality cease to apply while Andrew and Ashley's faces flash on the screen. A brother and sister having a cute time together. There's no food and something has to be done about it. Going to the store is too stressful, so let's stop by the house next door and borrow meat from its inhabitants. Cannibalism, incest and other fun activities are waiting for their star hour.

Pros of the game:

• A grim atmosphere mixed with the same humor
• The opportunity to step into the love line
• Your choices can have a dramatic effect on the plot