The Thing With Mistletoes: A Christmas Mystery Visual Novel

9/5/2026, 11:35:30 PM

Release date: 2/10/2017

Tags: #simulation #visual-novel #otome #free-to-play #anime

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Score: 71%Mostly Positive
Review Count: 116 reviews
Fetched At: 9/5/2026, 11:35:31 PM

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Free to Play (JPY)

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Free to Play (USD)

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Japan Price: Free to Play
Global Price: Free to Play
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 9/5/2026, 11:30:31 PM

Key highlight

A free-to-play anime visual novel where players help Lumina solve the mystery of her brother's disappearance during Christmas week, featuring simulation and otome elements.

Who this is for

Perfect for those who want to experience a heartwarming mystery with a festive Christmas atmosphere. It's free-to-play, making it an easy recommendation to try.

Details

Overview

The Thing With Mistletoes invites players into a heartwarming yet suspenseful Christmas week. Lumina Duval is initially thrilled when her parents leave her and her younger brother, Vince, home alone for the holidays. However, the festive cheer of their town is overshadowed by a series of unsettling disappearances. Lumina's carefree attitude shifts dramatically when Vince vanishes, thrusting her into a desperate search to uncover the truth and find her missing sibling.

Highlights

This title is a free-to-play visual novel with strong simulation and otome elements, featuring an anime art style.
Developed by Ran and published by Visual Wordplay, it was released on February 10, 2017.
The game supports multiplayer and includes Steam Achievements, making it suitable for family sharing.

Who It's For

Fans of visual novels, otome games, and narrative-driven experiences will find themselves drawn into Lumina's plight. Players who enjoy mysteries with a touch of holiday spirit and anime aesthetics will appreciate the unique blend of themes.