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February 6, 2023
Congrats on Slow Damage being the GOAT GOTY AOTY BOOK OF THE YEAR peak fiction, real and raw reading slow damage felt so fresh like it feels like a second puberty in terms of reading fiction.
“Now that my vision had cleared, I could see things for how they truly were” 😭
“Now that my vision had cleared, I could see things for how they truly were” 😭
April 13, 2025
The artstyle oh my goshhhhhh it’s amazing. Can’t lie - I absolutely love this visual novel (as fucked up as it is) and the manga adaptation did really great. All the characters look so pretty!!! (especially Taku. Gosh I love Taku.)
July 20, 2026
"The human heart is soft, like a fistful of fine sand. So you must be very careful with how you handle it."
PEAK VN highly recommended(Ikuina deserved his own route btw)
PEAK VN highly recommended(Ikuina deserved his own route btw)
July 20, 2026
I started this in August 2025 but for some reason I paused it right after I finished Ikuina's route, which I regret it SO badly. Asakura's route was really boring unfortunately, so me trying to finally get back into Slow Damage this week was a little hard. But once Taku's route begun, it all went by so fast, this was genuinely so fucking entertaining. I have been craving true toxic yaoi and I went back to Slow Damage out of boredom and im so, so, so glad I did, this satisfied me amazingly. I love Towa, Taku, and Rei, so much. I like them the most with Towa.
I'm really conflicted on how I should feel about Madarame, I really despised him when he kidnapped Towa (although he looked so cute in the collar) and technically gave him stockholm syndrome, although at the same time he was already messed up with his sadomasochism and since he knew of Madarame for that long and hung out with him in the past, I shouldn't be extremely surprised. What made me the most sad though in that route was him separating from Rei and Taku, considering they cared for him a shit ton, not even keeping contact with them either in the end.
I have mixed opinions on Fujieda's route, unfortunately I didn't care much about the guy, he can relate with Towa trauma-wise though which was nice. I really loved how we finally found out Towa's backstory, since in the other routes they kept edging us on through his nightmares. But at the same time it was a real 50/50 chance of an idea considering he got suicidal 10x worse than he already was after remembering his past, which honestly I can't blame him whatsoever. If Fujieda didn't chose the perfect wording in that moment, he would've full well just died right then and there with him.
Honestly I loved the storyline a lot, I'm so thankful that the author didn't hold back at all. And the artist's artstyle is amazing as hell, it's what encouraged me through Asakura's route. I loved how they drew the blood/wounds, corset piercings (in Rei's bad ending) and made the dicks not gross looking, which this is kinda rare. This was all just really perfect. The only thing I hated in this storyline honestly was Towa losing contact with Rei And Taku in Madarame's route, I already said this but I had to once more, it was depressing as hell since I love the two (in fact, the three of them should get into a polyamory relationship, stat.)
I'm really conflicted on how I should feel about Madarame, I really despised him when he kidnapped Towa (although he looked so cute in the collar) and technically gave him stockholm syndrome, although at the same time he was already messed up with his sadomasochism and since he knew of Madarame for that long and hung out with him in the past, I shouldn't be extremely surprised. What made me the most sad though in that route was him separating from Rei and Taku, considering they cared for him a shit ton, not even keeping contact with them either in the end.
I have mixed opinions on Fujieda's route, unfortunately I didn't care much about the guy, he can relate with Towa trauma-wise though which was nice. I really loved how we finally found out Towa's backstory, since in the other routes they kept edging us on through his nightmares. But at the same time it was a real 50/50 chance of an idea considering he got suicidal 10x worse than he already was after remembering his past, which honestly I can't blame him whatsoever. If Fujieda didn't chose the perfect wording in that moment, he would've full well just died right then and there with him.
Honestly I loved the storyline a lot, I'm so thankful that the author didn't hold back at all. And the artist's artstyle is amazing as hell, it's what encouraged me through Asakura's route. I loved how they drew the blood/wounds, corset piercings (in Rei's bad ending) and made the dicks not gross looking, which this is kinda rare. This was all just really perfect. The only thing I hated in this storyline honestly was Towa losing contact with Rei And Taku in Madarame's route, I already said this but I had to once more, it was depressing as hell since I love the two (in fact, the three of them should get into a polyamory relationship, stat.)
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October 16, 2026
I originally wanted to review the manga adaptation of Slow Damage, but unfortunately, I haven't been able to get my hands on it. However, since I have experienced the visual novel, I figured I could still share my thoughts on the story!
For anyone unfamiliar with visual novels, I like to think of them as a mixture of an audiobook and a book with illustrations. You read through the story while listening to the characters' voice acting, with artwork showing what is happening throughout. You also get to make choices that can influence how the story progresses and which endings you experience. While it isn't exactly the same as reading the manga, I still feel like I can give a review based on my experience with the game.
I have always enjoyed psychological stories, especially ones that explore complicated characters and darker themes, and Slow Damage definitely falls into that category. However, I do think this is one of those stories where you really need to know what you're getting into before playing.
One thing I really appreciated was how the story explored trauma, relationships, and the way someone's past can affect who they become. The characters are far from perfect, and I think that is part of what makes them interesting. I also liked how the different routes allowed you to understand more about the characters and their motivations. There is a lot more going on beneath the surface, and I think that is what makes the story so interesting.
That being said, I really want to emphasize that this game is NOT for everyone, even if you are someone who regularly enjoys darker stories or psychological horror. Slow Damage does not shy away from showing some extremely disturbing situations, including sexual violence, abuse, and other graphic content. Some scenes are genuinely uncomfortable to sit through, and I think it is important to understand just how far the game is willing to go before deciding to play it.
I personally don't mind stories that explore darker or more uncomfortable topics, especially when they contribute to the characters or the overall narrative. However, I can completely understand why some people would find certain scenes too much. There is a difference between reading about something disturbing and actually having to watch it unfold, especially in a visual novel where the artwork and voice acting make those moments feel even more intense. I wouldn't recommend going into this game blindly, and I would strongly suggest looking into the content warnings beforehand.
I also think it is important to mention that while Slow Damage is a BL visual novel, I wouldn't necessarily recommend it to someone who is just looking for a romance. The relationships are complicated, and the story focuses heavily on psychological themes rather than simply developing romantic relationships. Romance is certainly part of the experience, but there is much more to the story than that.
Overall, I think Slow Damage is an interesting experience, especially if you enjoy psychological horror and character-driven stories. It is definitely not a traditional romance, and I think going into it expecting one would be a mistake. I wouldn't say I enjoyed every aspect of the game, but I can appreciate what it was trying to accomplish.
It's definitely a story that leaves an impression on you, whether that impression is good or bad. I think that is ultimately what makes Slow Damage stand out to me.
For anyone unfamiliar with visual novels, I like to think of them as a mixture of an audiobook and a book with illustrations. You read through the story while listening to the characters' voice acting, with artwork showing what is happening throughout. You also get to make choices that can influence how the story progresses and which endings you experience. While it isn't exactly the same as reading the manga, I still feel like I can give a review based on my experience with the game.
I have always enjoyed psychological stories, especially ones that explore complicated characters and darker themes, and Slow Damage definitely falls into that category. However, I do think this is one of those stories where you really need to know what you're getting into before playing.
One thing I really appreciated was how the story explored trauma, relationships, and the way someone's past can affect who they become. The characters are far from perfect, and I think that is part of what makes them interesting. I also liked how the different routes allowed you to understand more about the characters and their motivations. There is a lot more going on beneath the surface, and I think that is what makes the story so interesting.
That being said, I really want to emphasize that this game is NOT for everyone, even if you are someone who regularly enjoys darker stories or psychological horror. Slow Damage does not shy away from showing some extremely disturbing situations, including sexual violence, abuse, and other graphic content. Some scenes are genuinely uncomfortable to sit through, and I think it is important to understand just how far the game is willing to go before deciding to play it.
I personally don't mind stories that explore darker or more uncomfortable topics, especially when they contribute to the characters or the overall narrative. However, I can completely understand why some people would find certain scenes too much. There is a difference between reading about something disturbing and actually having to watch it unfold, especially in a visual novel where the artwork and voice acting make those moments feel even more intense. I wouldn't recommend going into this game blindly, and I would strongly suggest looking into the content warnings beforehand.
I also think it is important to mention that while Slow Damage is a BL visual novel, I wouldn't necessarily recommend it to someone who is just looking for a romance. The relationships are complicated, and the story focuses heavily on psychological themes rather than simply developing romantic relationships. Romance is certainly part of the experience, but there is much more to the story than that.
Overall, I think Slow Damage is an interesting experience, especially if you enjoy psychological horror and character-driven stories. It is definitely not a traditional romance, and I think going into it expecting one would be a mistake. I wouldn't say I enjoyed every aspect of the game, but I can appreciate what it was trying to accomplish.
It's definitely a story that leaves an impression on you, whether that impression is good or bad. I think that is ultimately what makes Slow Damage stand out to me.
July 22, 2025
played the game but im counting it as a book!! LOL i love u slow damage
January 17, 2026
great book
September 9, 2026
this is on goodreads?!!?! ToT
The gore soo good it makes me wanna puke my organs out i love it its disgusting.
The gore soo good it makes me wanna puke my organs out i love it its disgusting.
September 14, 2026
I’m never finishing this game and that is my Euphoria ending
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