Saya no Uta: The Song of Saya

Saya no Uta cover

Saya no Uta: The Song of Saya is a visual novel developed by Nitroplus. It was first released in Japan on December 26, 2003, and later localized in English by JAST USA in 2009. The game is known for its dark themes, psychological horror elements, and unique narrative style.

Plot[edit | edit source]

The story follows Fuminori Sakisaka, a medical student who survives a car accident that kills his parents. The accident leaves him with a condition called agnosia, which causes him to perceive the world and people around him as grotesque and horrifying. The only exception is a mysterious girl named Saya, who appears to him as a beautiful young woman. As Fuminori's relationship with Saya deepens, he becomes increasingly detached from reality, leading to a series of tragic and horrifying events.

Characters[edit | edit source]

Fuminori Sakisaka: The protagonist of the story, a medical student who suffers from agnosia after a car accident.
Saya: A mysterious girl who appears normal to Fuminori but is actually a monstrous entity.
Koji Tonoh: Fuminori's best friend who becomes suspicious of his behavior.
Omi Takahata: Koji's girlfriend who becomes entangled in the dark events surrounding Fuminori and Saya.
Yoh Tsukuba: A fellow medical student who has feelings for Fuminori.

Gameplay[edit | edit source]

Saya no Uta is a visual novel, meaning the gameplay primarily involves reading text and making choices that affect the story's outcome. The game features multiple endings, which are determined by the player's decisions throughout the narrative.

Themes[edit | edit source]

The game explores themes of love, madness, and the nature of reality. It delves into the psychological impact of trauma and the lengths to which individuals will go to find solace in a world that seems hostile and alien.

Development[edit | edit source]

Saya no Uta was developed by Nitroplus, a company known for its dark and mature-themed visual novels. The game's scenario was written by Gen Urobuchi, who is also known for his work on other dark-themed media.

Reception[edit | edit source]

The game received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its unique story and atmosphere but criticism for its disturbing content. It has since gained a cult following and is considered a classic in the visual novel genre.