999: The Novel App Reviews

I played the original DS version, and I can tell you that at $5, this awesome, atmospheric visual novel is a steal. Also, do not weep for the loss of the puzzles, as they were easily the weakest part of the game and became boorish chores over the course of multiple play-throughs. Do yourself a favor and pick up this clever jem.

I literally cannot start the game because the UI is oversized. After selecting New Game, the introductory page is obscured to the point that there is no "continue" button. I am stuck on that page and cannot progress. I admire the positive support fans are giving this port for the sake of the trilogy, but its objectively broken for me at the moment.

Kinda miss the puzzles, but one thing I felt playing the original was that I wish I could get back to the story. Also the VLR type flow chart skipping was a nice feature.

I cant get into the actual game. It keeps crashing after the beginning cinematic.

One of the best stories ever told. So many twists that felt so believable, my favorite story of all time.

999 the novel was amazing with its heart pounding, breath taking, adrenalin pumping story as great as the actual game itself. Yeah it doesnt have the puzzles or in game speech options as the actual game gives, it still delivers the story of the game and I cant wait for the next installment of this franchise.

Only restriction listed is the minimum iOS version; can be purchased on iPod Touch 3rd Gen (and presumably iPhone 3GS), but cant be played due to a lack of non-Retina display mode. Most of the game is cut off the screen despite apparently running fine otherwise. Contacted Aksys support nearly two months ago with no response; the patch neither acknowledges or fixes the issue, and the game can still be purchased and downloaded on these incompatible devices. Personally I loved the original 999, but I cant approve of an apparent cash-grab with no support behind it.

Great story of course, but im sure youve already heard that. While there are no puzzles, the iOS version adds a flowchart to navigate endings and points in the story, allowing fast travel to any point youve been at before. Another good addition is the skip feature, allowing you to rush through text that youve seen to get to a choice, which is handy towards the end. Also, theres an exclusive iOS ending. WIN WIN! 5/5

Really interesting story and a fun way to spend a few minutes here or there. Recommended.

More than game, its an interactive novel. Just like some have said, the puzzles from the DS version were taken out, but that doesnt deter the game from having a compelling storyline. Players do need to "replay" the game close to the beginning a few times, but they can skip/fast-foward in parts already seen. replaying the game has an explanation within the storyline: its not just to waste time. It is worth the price, and depending on how much one reads dialogues versus using the skip option every now and then, the game can last more than 20 hours. It is indeed a great game.

Ridiculous. They gutted the game and then called it a full product? Absolutely ridiculous. Save your money and just read a synopsis. The game comes without the puzzles. You know, one of the things that actually makes this a game as opposed to just a boring "interactive" novel (you really only get to make three decisions throughout the "game"). I cannot recommend this.

I know this is under books section, but it would justify the purchase if they added the actual puzzles that made the original game.

An incredible story, one that i sorely regret waiting until it had gone on sale to buy. It was an amazing experience

This is amazing to have on the iOS. For those complaining about the lack of puzzles, it is clearly noted in the title that this is the novel. The story is simply brilliant, especially with Virtues Last Reward as the follow up. If only more people would try this and realize how great of a series this is. Viva Zeros Escape 3!

This is a great introduction to the game. It actually inspired me to go find the Nintendo DS version so I could solve the puzzles that weren’t present in this version. The main focus is on choosing the “right doors” which was still pretty fun. It was just a nice breeze through the story, but I’m sure it’s presented exactly like it is in the game, minus the searching puzzle mechanic, like what you’d see in Pheonix Wright or Super Dangan Ronpa 2. This was a really fun visual novel, and if you’re ever curious about the series at all, definitely download this. Good story, fun characters, and nice mystery.

I am 21 and never spent time to read books, I ended up buying the game on the ds when it first came out and it is literally one of the best story games I have ever played, to the point where I bought the novel version years later for iOS. I didnt run into any technical issues and the the game is still entertaining even without the puzzles, which I sadly admit I cheated with by looking at guides just to continue the story. The only cons of this port is not all of the music is remastered, in particular the suduko song (morphogenetic sorrow) and recollection which I believe are the two best audio tracks in the game, werent even touched. The music also does not loop as smoothly as it does in the DS, it will cut off and start over. Please give this novel a try, even if youre not the type to read books it truly is a masterpiece

Keep the visual novels coming!

Im a huge fan of the Zero Escape games and its wonderful to be able to support Aksys in any way possible!! (If you dont own the 999 DS game its totally worth it). Still waiting on ZE3 though.....cmon guys!!!

My curiosity about this game was piqued for a while now because of friends. When the story alone was released for 99 cents, I saw no reason to stay away. No regrets about experiencing this complex story; it invoked an emotion I never thought I could have. Sidenote to do research on the stories involved. Some things like McDougalls rats are completely true, but I havent seen anything backing up the Santa story or the EDT crystallization.

Hope there are updates that will allow me to carry this masterpiece along with my phone. I already know this game is good so im still giving this five stars. Updates tho. Really would appreciate some.