Alice in Stardom
- April 5, 2019
- Crystal Game Works
Get on SteamCan you manage to beat your competitors to be the next top idol- and maybe even win their hearts in the process?
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a cute and inspiring story about pursuing dreams, with relatable characters and a heartfelt message.
- It's free to play, making it an accessible option for those looking for a short visual novel experience.
- The art style and music are generally well-received, contributing to the overall charm of the game.
- The story is considered generic and lacks depth, with some characters feeling flat and underdeveloped.
- Gameplay is minimal, with a simplistic rhythm mini-game that doesn't add much challenge or engagement.
- Many players found the pacing slow and the dialogue overly wordy, leading to moments of boredom.
- story47 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story of the game is generally perceived as short and somewhat generic, with mixed reviews on its execution and character development. While some players found it engaging and inspirational, particularly praising the protagonist's growth and the wholesome themes, others criticized it for being predictable and lacking depth. Overall, it offers a feel-good narrative about pursuing dreams, but its pacing and character arcs could benefit from further refinement.
“While the realism and time management are a little off, the story is very well-written with an inspiring message and some pretty powerful lines.”
“This is an amazing game, the story is so cute and inspiring!!”
“Cute and wholesome little story about doing your thing and following your dreams.”
“The plot is mediocre, the story doesn't have a consistent flow, the characters are predictable and bland.”
“The start of the story was extremely forced and made no sense at all.”
“Honestly, it's not a bad game... but the story to me was wordy... I found myself rapidly clicking so I didn't have to see how 'majesticly magical the scenery was against the white oak snow of the lines in the wood of the mastery of th-' good god we get it.”
- music16 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its charm and suitability for the game's lighthearted tone, while others find it underwhelming or even distracting due to abrupt cuts. While the soundtrack is described as decent and fitting, it fails to leave a lasting impression, leading to an overall perception of it being average and serviceable.
“It’s a suitable choice for those seeking a light, colorful game with musical elements.”
“This game is so cute and the music is absolutely wonderful!”
“Absolutely beautiful artwork and music.”
“The biggest critique is that music abruptly cuts off in weird places that makes some of the story beats awkward.”
“Speaking about god-awful, I had to switch off the music after 15 minutes in the game.”
“Ironic for a game dedicated to music, don't you think?”
- graphics10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful art style and well-executed imagery, while others find the artwork to be merely passable or somewhat odd. Overall, the visuals are considered decent, with some unique elements that may take time to appreciate.
“The art style is beautiful, and the imagery evoked through the text, backgrounds, and audio together is incredibly well-done.”
“Absolutely beautiful artwork and music.”
“I loved the story and the artwork was really pretty.”
“The artwork is passable, though I'm still convinced that the models used for Taylor were meant to be male.”
“The game's visuals are a bit weird, which is a recurring theme in Mikomi's games, but they're more something to get used to than plain bad.”
“Artwork: so-so.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by meaningful choices that lead to multiple endings, including some unfavorable outcomes. Additionally, there is a musical element where players must click on music sentences in sequence to progress. Overall, the gameplay has received a rating of 7.
“Gameplay: 7”
“No gameplay, or DLC add-on.”
“Gameplay: choice matters, multiple endings with some bad endings; musical: click the music sentences in order to advance to the next stage.”
“It's just gameplay.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game is generally solid, with no major performance issues reported. However, there are minor concerns such as occasional typos, character outfit resets during backtracking, and simplistic minigame mechanics that detract slightly from the experience. Despite these flaws, they do not significantly impact overall enjoyment.
“The stage performance bits were very poetic and beautiful to read.”
“- performance: no problem so far”
“Especially during some of the performances.”
“A few typos here and there...and when backtracking during the performances, I noticed that Alice was suddenly back to her default outfit.”
“There are some issues with it, like the occasionally repeating scenes and the stage performance 'minigame' so simplistic that it really serves no purpose whatsoever, but they didn't hurt my enjoyment of the game much.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a short, heartfelt narrative centered on pursuing dreams in showbiz, characterized by its cute and wholesome tone. While the absence of toxic characters enhances its feel-good nature, it results in a more passive emotional experience.
“A short, heartfelt story about pursuing showbiz.”
“A cute and wholesome little story about doing your thing and following your dreams.”
“The story is devoid of any really toxic characters, which adds to its super wholesome nature.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers some replayability through multiple routes, allowing players to explore different outcomes; however, the crossover in text within separate romances may limit the overall replay value. While it may not be highly replayable, it is still worth experiencing at least once for those interested in the genre.
“It took me about an hour and a half for one playthrough, but this game has great replay value as you can explore multiple routes.”
“I think the game has enough replay value to warrant at least one playthrough, especially if you're interested in the different romance options.”
“I don't think there's much replay value; even within the separate romances, there's a lot of crossover text-wise. However, I do think it's good enough to give a try at least once if it's the sort of thing that interests you.”
“It took me about an hour and a half for one playthrough, but this has replay value as you can do multiple routes.”
- character development2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is criticized for featuring predominantly unlikable characters, which detracts from player engagement. Reviewers note that the story structure contributes to this imbalance, resulting in a lack of meaningful growth or connection with the characters.
“The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character as their stories unfold.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making choices that genuinely impact their growth and relationships.”
“The depth of each character's backstory adds layers to the gameplay, making every interaction feel meaningful and engaging.”
“Nearly everyone was rude for absolutely no reason, which was also visible in most character designs. At least to me, they looked like people you don't want to associate with.”
“If there are actual issues with the game, they're with the structure of the story and slightly imbalanced character development.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features numerous humorous moments and is complemented by a charismatic cast, enhancing the overall comedic experience.
“The game is filled with many humorous moments and features a cool cast of characters.”
“The witty dialogue and clever puns kept me laughing throughout the entire game.”
“I love how the humor is woven into the gameplay, making every interaction entertaining.”
