Alluna and Brie Re-Tentacled

About

In "Alluna and Brie: Fragments of Time," players navigate a series of puzzle-filled environments, using the unique abilities of two sisters to unlock the mysteries of their family's past. With gorgeous visuals and challenging gameplay, this adventure game encourages cooperation and creative thinking to repair the fabric of time itself. Solve intricate puzzles and uncover hidden secrets in this beautifully crafted experience.

Genres & Tags

Role Playing

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

story8 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features a fun and humorous story with engaging characters, reminiscent of titles like Neptunia and West of Loathing.
The combination of visual novel elements with RPG mechanics provides a unique gameplay experience that keeps players entertained for over 20 hours.
The art style and character designs are charming, and the Australian humor adds a delightful twist to the overall experience.

The gameplay can become repetitive at times, and the turn-based combat lacks depth and strategy.
There is no mouse support, which makes navigation and interaction cumbersome for players accustomed to using a mouse.
The story heavily relies on knowledge from the previous game, which may confuse new players who haven't played Max's Big Bust.

story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
58%
12%
The story is characterized by its zany and humorous tone, featuring entertaining characters and engaging side events that enhance the overall experience. While it offers a fun narrative, it heavily relies on knowledge from previous titles, which may confuse newcomers. The plot follows magical girls and their adventures, blending comedy with a linear storyline that explores character backstories and relationships.
- “The characters, like Neptunia, are funny, and you can’t wait to do their side events or advance the story because it’s fun, funny, and entertaining.”
- “Great game with a funny storyline.”
- “The art is of the same level as the previous game, Max's Big Bust, which is pretty good; the story and writing are funny and quite entertaining.”
- “The story is fine, though it doesn't feel as involved as the previous title, which isn't helped by being broken up by the JRPG elements.”
- “The plot leans heavily on events of the developer's previous game, Max's Big Bust, in a way that can cause confusion to anyone who hasn't played that game.”
- “Very linear story dealing with monster girls trying to take over the world for the most part.”
gameplay
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
52%
22%
The gameplay of the game is a mix of visual novel elements and turn-based combat, which some players find engaging and fun, while others criticize it for lacking polish and depth. The dating mechanics are appreciated for their role in world-building, though they can feel tedious and detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a solid gameplay loop with enjoyable writing and characters, but it suffers from repetitive combat and interface issues, particularly with mouse functionality.
- “It's a great effort for a team not used to balancing an RPG, just in terms of nailing a gameplay loop, partly thanks to the fun writing and characters.”
- “The gameplay seems very good and if you like turn-based battle systems like Final Fantasy or Phantasy Star, then you are in for a treat.”
- “While the gameplay is solid and easy to pick up and play, the interface would really work better in every way if mouse functionality worked.”
- “The gameplay lacks polish and there are too many fights, but the game developer is going to overhaul it all in the near future.”
- “Attack animations take far too long, there are no interesting mechanics to take it past the most bare-bones RPG experience, and it doesn't really serve the story all that much other than to be the butt of a few jokes about the tropes in use.”
- “Cons: gameplay can be repetitive at times, story leans too much on knowledge of prior releases, really should have mouse input.”
humor
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its fun, irreverent style, reminiscent of titles like "West of Loathing" and "Neptunia," featuring Australian lingo and a heavy use of cursing that adds to its comedic effect. Players appreciate the well-written dialogue, entertaining side events, and quirky characters, which contribute to an overall lighthearted and engaging experience. The humor is described as over-the-top and charming, making it a must-play for fans of comedic storytelling in games.
- “Really fun and funny game! It doesn’t take itself seriously like 'West of Loathing' or 'Neptunia', and it takes place in Australia, so the Australian lingo and humor are really funny. There’s way more cursing than 'Neptunia'; they say the F-word a lot, but it’s so overdone that it’s funny.”
- “This charm comes through in the game's well-written dialogue and legitimately funny jokes.”
- “The characters are funny, and there’s a lot to do.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The music in the game is generally described as catchy and enjoyable, with highlights including an 80's-themed track that stands out. However, some players find the overall quality inconsistent, with issues like fluctuating volume and occasional distractions, such as background noises. While some pieces may not resonate with everyone, they do not detract significantly from the overall experience.
- “The music is cute like Neptunia.”
- “Music is very good, especially the 80's-themed 'night' theme of the game, but the volume is all over the place.”
- “Sound: 10/10 great sound effects, music was catchy and fun.”
- “Music is more of the same.”
- “Some music pieces are pretty catchy, but if it's raining, be prepared to hear a whiny dog in the background. Sometimes the music makes you want to switch it, but it doesn't make me want to throw my computer out.”
- “Again, the music is kinda meh, but the gameplay, as in a visual novel, is really enjoyable.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game are highly praised, with a perfect score of 10/10 for its character and environment designs. The art style, particularly the chibi versions of characters, enhances the overall experience, contributing to the game's humor and engaging combat.
- “The spin-off/sequel to Max's Big Bust, this game carries on the good writing and over-the-top humor as well as the overall art style.”
- “Visuals: 10/10! Loved the design of all of the characters, enemies, and buildings!”
- “I really like the art style of the characters, especially their little chibi combat versions, and I actually enjoy the combat more than I was expecting.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding mechanics in the game tedious, often detracting from the enjoyment of the romance elements. The repetitive nature of these tasks can make the experience feel more like a chore than an engaging narrative journey.
- “They do all tend to get rather grindy fairly quickly, though, and will end up feeling more like a chore you do to get to the next bit of writing.”
- “The mechanics tend to be tedious compared to just having a single linear love interest and actually writing something impactful or full of actual drama.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally perceived as lacking significant replayability, with users expressing that it does not offer enough incentive to revisit after the initial playthrough.
- “I don't see this game having any replay value to speak of.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game's stability is generally solid, with minor bugs reported that do not significantly impact gameplay.
- “Slightly buggy in places, but nothing game-breaking.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's optimization is generally solid, receiving a performance rating of 8/10; however, some users experienced minor crashes in the startup menu when using the mouse, which can be circumvented by using the arrow keys instead.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, making it accessible for a wider range of hardware.”
- “The game runs seamlessly after the latest patch, showcasing the team's commitment to optimization.”