Man, 'Stepbully' is one of those visual novels that hits you right in the gut with its raw, uncomfortable themes. It's about a high school student who finds himself trapped in a nightmare when his mom remarries, and his new stepbrother turns out to be a sadistic bully. The protagonist gets pushed to his limits—physically and emotionally—as the stepbrother's torment escalates from humiliation to outright violence. The story doesn't shy away from dark moments, exploring power dynamics, abuse, and the psychological toll of being powerless. What makes it gripping is the branching paths; your choices determine whether you break under the pressure or find a way to fight back. It's not for the faint of heart, but if you can handle the intensity, it's a haunting experience that lingers long after you finish.
I played it late one night, and I couldn't shake off the oppressive atmosphere for days. The writing nails the feeling of dread, making every interaction with the stepbrother tense. Some routes offer catharsis, while others spiral into even darker territory. It's one of those stories that makes you question how far you'd go to survive in someone else's twisted game.