I’ve heard good things about writer and developer ebi-hime in the English visual novel community but had never tried any of her games. I thought the release of her latest visual novel Embraced by Autumn seemed a good excuse to change that. ebi-hime is best known for her dark tales, but Embraced by Autumn is […]
I’m not too keen on history as a subject but whenever a visual novel with a historical context rolls around, it tends to pique my interest nevertheless. Maybe it is the allure of imagining what it would be like to live in that time period, or in the case of Ambition: A Minuet in Power, the […]
Parquet is the debut visual novel from Yuzusoft Sour, a subsidiary of prominent visual novel studio Yuzusoft. Yuzusoft are known for producing romance visual novels with adult content, so Parquet, an all-ages visual novel that doesn’t focus on romance, is a departure from their usual releases. While I’m a fan of Yuzusoft’s past works, they […]
For many gamers, Ace Attorney is the premier name in murder mysteries. The series’ exciting blend of courtroom drama, adventure-style investigations, and visual novel storytelling have produced a wealth of highly regarded games, and the image of Phoenix Wright objecting, hand outstretched and finger pointed, is iconic. Accordingly, the latest entry in the franchise, The […]
I have to mention as an otome player, I am rather out of the loop. I did not know about BUSTAFELLOWS until sometime this year, even though the visual novel was first released in Japan back in December 2019 and an English localization had been announced in December 2020. Still, like many others, I have since been […]
LIP! Lewd Idol Project doesn’t hide its focus – it’s right there in the name. While there is a story, this title from Toffer Team is very much about the lewd adventure. It contains uncensored nudity (even on the Steam version) and sex scenes. Story The story follows Kairi. Dreaming of being an idol, adored […]
Iyashikei, often translated as “healing”, is a concept in anime and manga that refers to calming works showing characters living peaceful, everyday lives intended to have a soothing effect on the audience. Chihiro Himukai Always Walks Away might appear to fall squarely in this genre. Honestly, it’s not the type of visual novel I usually seek out, […]
Onigokko! is a 2011 visual novel from ALcot localized via JAST USA that sells itself as a modern-day fairytale. With heroines drawn from Japanese folklore and a dashing phantom thief as the leading man, the stage is set for magic, adventure, and of course love. But is Onigokko! more smooth criminal or bungling burglar? Let […]
Jeanne at the Clocktower is a historical fantasy visual novel from Liar-soft localized by MangaGamer. The intriguing premise draws upon the life and history of Jeanne d’Arc (Joan of Arc) during the Hundred Years’ War between France and England. Given the abundance of visual novels with high school settings, it’s always exciting to take a […]
Have a thing for blondes? You’ll enjoy Kinkoi: Golden Loveriche. There’s certainly more than that to it though. This title by Saga Planets has romance and comedy as you’d expect. What might surprise you is the darker turn it can take. Accidental Kidnapping Kinkoi: Golden Loveriche starts with our protagonist Ouro kidnapping a princess and […]