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Through the Lens
A visual novel where romance and mystery intertwine. Uncover the dark secrets of Mirage Corp in Paris while diving into a medieval legend hidden within an ancient book. The past and present are about to collide.
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Release Date:
May 29, 2025
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PiggyNose Games

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Features
Single-player
Family Sharing
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Languages:
Interface Full Audio Subtitles
English ✔ ✔
French ✔ ✔
Italian ✔ ✔
Spanish - Latin America ✔ ✔
Portuguese - Brazil ✔ ✔

Coming Soon To Early Access

The developers of this game intend to release as a work in progress, developing with the feedback of players.

Note: Games in Early Access are not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. Learn more

What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“Through the Lens has a planned storyline that will unfold over 4 chapters. By purchasing early access, you will have access to the first two, which is already finished. Most of the core mechanics of the game have been implemented, but there are still some areas for expansion and refinement.
After each release, player feedback helps me guide the direction of future chapters. While I know where the story will ultimately go, how it gets there is just as important. Player input plays a huge role in the development of the story. If you’d like to join us on this journey, feel free to join us in the community section here on Steam!”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“Approximately 1 year.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“We plan to finish the main story and also add alternative stories adding more hours of gameplay. I also plan to add longer, higher quality animations, new sound effects and characters.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“In the current version you have access to the first chapter of the game out of five planned. Around 10 animated scenes and 2~3 hours of gameplay.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“We plan to gradually raise the price as we ship new content and features.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“The community will be able to actively participate in the development through the Steam forums, giving opinions, suggestions and also criticizing what can be changed/improved in the plot. All of this will be taken into consideration.”
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Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

The game graphically depicts sex, usage of alcohol, tobacco, and psychological violence. The story is not intended for players being in a dark period of their lives. If you are easily offended or just looking for a fun game only, this game is not for you.

All sexual acts in the game are consensual.

About This Game

Through the Lens is a narrative visual novel that blends romance, mystery, and fantasy in a unique dual storyline experience.

You play as a young photographer who moves to Paris for a new job at Mirage Corp — a glamorous fashion company with a darker side. Between photo shoots, intriguing coworkers, and suspicious meetings, you quickly discover that something is very wrong. Your choices shape your relationships, uncover secrets, and determine your fate — whether in love, friendship, or survival.

But each night when you return home, something unexpected unfolds. You discover a mysterious old book titled The Legend of Ardan. As you read, you are transported into a medieval world of knights, tyranny, and ancient magic, where a boy named Ardan seeks vengeance and honor after the brutal murder of his father.

What’s more unsettling? Some faces from this fantasy world look eerily familiar. Coincidence... or is the book trying to reveal something deeper?

🔹 Key Features

  • 💔 Romantic routes with multiple love interests, each with unique personalities and outcomes.

  • 🔍 A dark mystery inside Mirage Corp involving manipulation, threats, and a secret organization known as Velvet.

  • 📖 A fully integrated second narrative: The Legend of Ardan, an epic medieval story of revenge, honor, and seduction.

  • 🌀 Hidden connections between both timelines that gradually unravel.

  • 📸 Exclusive photo gallery, based on romance level.

  • 🗡️ Characters who transcend their worlds — some from the past, some from the present, with unexpected consequences.

    🟪 Perfect For Fans Of:

  • Visual novels with meaningful choices and multiple endings.

  • Parallel universes and fantasy lore.

  • Deep romance arcs and adult storytelling.

  • Intrigue, conspiracies, and supernatural elements.

System Requirements

Windows
macOS
SteamOS + Linux
    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS *: Windows Vista, 7, 8, 10, 11
    • Processor: Dual Core or better
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Nvidia GT 750 or better, AMD equivalent
    • DirectX: Version 9.0
    • Storage: 2 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: OpenGL 2, DirectX 9 or OpenGL ES 2 required
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.
    Minimum:
    • OS: 10.6 or higher
    • Processor: Dual Core or better
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Nvidia GT 750 or better, AMD equivalent
    • Storage: 2 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: OpenGL 2, DirectX 9 or OpenGL ES 2 required
    Recommended:
      Minimum:
      • Processor: Dual Core or better
      • Memory: 2 GB RAM
      • Graphics: Nvidia GT 750 or better, AMD equivalent
      • Storage: 2 GB available space
      • Additional Notes: OpenGL 2, DirectX 9 or OpenGL ES 2 required
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