All the Words She Wrote
- March 8, 2022
- ebi-hime
"All the Words She Wrote" is a visual novel game that follows the protagonist's journey of self-discovery and romance. The game features multiple branching storylines, with the player's choices affecting the outcome of the story. The protagonist communicates with others mainly through letters and texts, making the game's title fitting and adding a unique twist to the gameplay experience.
Reviews
- The characters, particularly Mayo and Hijiri, are well-developed and their evolving relationship is engaging and relatable.
- The art style is adorable, complemented by a calming and enjoyable soundtrack that enhances the reading experience.
- The story is a lighthearted and wholesome yuri romance that balances cute moments with some dramatic elements, making it a satisfying read.
- The writing can be repetitive, with certain sentiments and character traits reiterated excessively, which detracts from the overall flow of the story.
- Some players found the chemistry between the main characters lacking, particularly during their conflicts, which affected their investment in the romance.
- The linear nature of the game, with no choices or branching paths, may not appeal to those who prefer more interactive visual novels.
- story28 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The story is a charming and wholesome lesbian romance that evolves from a rocky start between the main characters, Hijiri and Mayo, into a touching narrative filled with dramatic elements and relatable themes. While it draws inspiration from Stephen King's "Misery," it maintains a lighthearted tone, though some readers found the dialogue repetitive and the pacing slow at times. Overall, it offers a satisfying experience for fans of visual novels, with well-developed characters and a sweet plot.
“All the words she wrote is a satisfying, cute, lesbian romance story, with some nice dramatic elements, too.”
“The type of relationship they develop throughout the story is masterfully written and truly a thrill to experience.”
“An absolutely adorable story, adorable characters, and a calming soundtrack make this visual novel a sweet and short story that is worth settling down and reading with a cup of hot chocolate.”
“One thing, however, that holds the story back a bit is its style of writing, particularly the way Mayo and Hijiri speak.”
“You may think repeating yourself is not so significant, but constantly repeating yourself makes reading the story much harder because there is so much repetition.”
“Indeed, it grinds the story to a halt.”
- emotional8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its wholesome and relatable storytelling, drawing inspiration from Stephen King's "Misery" while maintaining a lighthearted tone. Players appreciate the well-crafted writing and emotional depth, which evoke feelings of joy and nostalgia, often leading to touching moments that resonate deeply. Overall, the game successfully delivers a heartfelt experience that balances drama and warmth, leaving a lasting emotional impact.
“It was a pleasure to read, with lots of moments of great writing, jokes, and emotional tone changes.”
“Nonetheless, all of the words she wrote is still a very touching story that moved me quite a bit.”
“I really like Ebi-hime's stories because they always manage to entertain me and sometimes even manage to draw me in enough emotionally to shed a few tears, like this one did.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its calming and immersive qualities, blending mellow and melancholic tones that enhance the reading experience. While some players prefer more action-oriented soundtracks, the overall consensus is that the music complements the adorable story and art, making it a delightful addition to the visual novel. Ratings for the soundtrack vary, with some giving it a solid 7/10 for fulfilling its role effectively.
“I also liked the OST a lot; I usually don't pay much attention to the BGM in visual novels, but I paused to listen a few times because I found it very relaxing.”
“The art is also very nice and cute, and the music is a mix of mellow and melancholic.”
“An absolutely adorable story, adorable characters, and a calming soundtrack make this visual novel a sweet and short story that is worth settling down and reading with a cup of hot chocolate.”
“The soundtrack did its job, nothing more but nothing less either.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their cute art style, featuring charming character designs, beautiful CGs, and appealing sprites that enhance the overall visual experience.
“The art style is really cute, and I liked the concept.”
“I liked the art style quite a lot, with the cute designs for both main characters, beautiful CGs, and good-looking sprites.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players have reported some initial troubleshooting challenges that can extend playtime, but once issues are resolved—particularly by switching to desktop mode—stability improves significantly, leading to a smoother gaming experience.
“The time spent playing was a bit long since I had to troubleshoot for a while, but once I identified the issue and played in desktop mode, there were no further problems.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
“I encountered several bugs that disrupted my gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience overall.”