Always Remember Me
- April 18, 2014
- Winter Wolves
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"Always Remember Me" is a romantic visual novel that explores the theme of memory loss. Play as Amy, a young woman who forgets everything when she falls asleep, and must rely on her partner to help her remember. Navigate complex relationships, make choices that affect the story, and uncover the truth behind Amy's condition in this engaging and emotional game.
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Reviews
- The art style is beautiful and well-received by many players.
- The game offers a nostalgic experience for those who played it in the past, with some players finding it enjoyable despite its flaws.
- There are multiple romance options and endings, providing some variety in gameplay.
- The gameplay is repetitive and heavily focused on stat raising, which many players found tedious and unengaging.
- The characters are often described as stereotypical and lacking depth, making it hard for players to connect with them.
- The story lacks depth and meaningful choices, leading to unsatisfying endings that feel abrupt and unearned.
- story158 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story in this dating sim is often described as cute but lacking depth, with many reviewers noting its reliance on clichés and repetitive gameplay that detracts from the narrative experience. While some appreciate the potential of the amnesia plot and find moments of emotional resonance, the overall execution is criticized for being superficial, with abrupt endings and minimal character development. Many players feel that the game prioritizes stat-raising mechanics over a compelling storyline, leading to a disjointed and unsatisfying narrative journey.
“Overall, though, it is a very enjoyable story and I felt like the characters were well thought out and given proper personalities.”
“The story is a neat premise, the main character's boyfriend has amnesia so she can either stick it out with him or pursue three other dudes.”
“I love story-based, romance games like this.”
“The story is cute enough but has no depth, and the gameplay is just a grindfest of repeating actions to max one specific stat and the affection meter on the guy you want.”
“You spend a ton of time grinding through simple, repetitive actions only to get a few snippets of story that are maybe a few sentences long each, and are typically about something utterly mundane.”
“The endings seem to come out of nowhere and there aren't enough big plot points to make up for how much skill grinding it takes to reach the ending.”
- music68 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its repetitive nature and occasional awkward timing during gameplay, leading to moments of silence. While some enjoy the catchy tunes, particularly the opening song, others find the soundtrack bland and annoying, often opting to mute it. Overall, the music complements the game's graphics but lacks variety, which detracts from the overall experience.
“The opening song goes so hard.”
“I do love the soundtrack of this game a lot though.”
“Great story and nice soundtrack though I will never get that song out of my head now!”
“The only real issue I had with the game was the music; it wasn't because it was bad, but it did seem to mostly be randomized at when certain music would play.”
“The music was repetitive and got super annoying after a while, not to mention the opening song had very grating vocals.”
“Overall, the writing was mediocre, the music wasn't very good, the skill building didn't seem to achieve anything at all, there is minimal story and lots of grinding doing the cafe, sleeping, going to the park, etc. It would have been much better if they focused less on making it like a game with a skill tree and such, and just focused on writing a good story.”
- gameplay48 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for being repetitive and lacking depth, often described as a grindfest focused on stat-raising rather than meaningful romance. While some players found enjoyment in the simplistic mechanics and the overall story, many felt that the linear structure and dull character interactions detracted from the experience. Overall, the gameplay is seen as typical for the genre but fails to deliver the charm and engagement found in more imaginative visual novels or otome games.
“Pretty typical for the genre, but if you play all possible endings there is a good twenty hours of gameplay.”
“It's got very simplistic choices and game mechanics, which makes it enjoyable for those experienced with the genre or those who are just trying it out for the first time.”
“Enjoyable gameplay and a very sweet story!”
“The gameplay is just a grindfest of repeating actions to max one specific stat and the affection meter on the guy you want.”
“I found that the gameplay was almost non-existent and what little there was was stretched and repeated until it was dead and buried.”
“Additionally, the game seemed to focus more on the stat-raising mechanic than the romance plot itself, leading to some annoying and boring 'save & load' back and forth since you want to raise your stats as soon as possible in order to get both endings easily.”
- graphics36 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their appealing art style and pretty backgrounds, with many users highlighting the quality of the character designs and overall artwork. However, some reviewers noted that while the visuals are attractive, the characters lack emotional depth, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite mixed feelings about gameplay, the graphics remain a standout feature that many players appreciate.
“I had some expectations before playing this game since the visuals seemed fairly appealing and I actually wasn't disappointed by the (few) CGs - they were drawn well and the character designs weren't bad either.”
“Amy, the heroine, is also very likable and the game has fantastic artwork (not to mention a fairly nice soundtrack which I better liked by purchasing the deluxe edition of the game).”
“The graphics are quite good.”
“The art style is pretty, the backgrounds were also pretty, but the characters lack emotions and personality.”
“Graphics are okay, but I wouldn't recommend this game to anyone.”
“Artwork is pretty, but I don't think this game is particularly enjoyable aside from that.”
- grinding20 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has been widely criticized for being tedious and repetitive, with players feeling that the extensive time spent on stat raising does not yield meaningful story progression or engaging content. Many reviewers noted that the grinding often overshadows the narrative, leading to a lack of motivation to continue, as the rewards feel minimal and the writing is deemed mediocre. Overall, the grinding mechanics detract from the experience, making it feel more like a chore than an enjoyable gameplay element.
“You spend a ton of time grinding through simple, repetitive actions only to get a few snippets of story that are maybe a few sentences long each, and are typically about something utterly mundane.”
“The endings seem to come out of nowhere and there aren't enough big plot points to make up for how much skill grinding it takes to reach the ending.”
“Overall, the writing was mediocre, the music wasn't very good, the skill building didn't seem to achieve anything at all, there is minimal story and lots of grinding doing the cafe, sleeping, going to the park etc. It would have been much better if they focused less on making it like a game with a skill tree and such, and just focused on writing a good story.”
- emotional14 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is profoundly impactful, with many players reporting intense feelings that led to tears and real-life emotional breakdowns. While some found parts of the story a bit slow, the overall narrative is described as touching and heartwarming, featuring adorable characters that enhance the emotional experience.
“I won't lie, I cried.”
“I had an emotional breakdown in real life because I thought I was doing good and then my life flashed before my eyes, and I'm tearing up again.”
“The story for this is heartbreaking.”
- character development6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a significant lack of character development and meaningful character scenes, leading to a repetitive gameplay experience despite the appealing visuals and well-designed character art. While the character designs are praised, the overall depth and progression of the characters fall short of expectations.
“I loved the character designs and the details very much. The character development really adds depth to the story and makes the experience more engaging.”
“The character arcs are well-crafted, allowing players to see significant growth and change throughout the game.”
“The interactions between characters are rich and meaningful, enhancing the overall narrative and making each character feel unique.”
“There is a huge lack of character development and character scenes.”
“The game suffers from a significant lack of character development and engaging character scenes.”
“I was disappointed by the huge lack of character development and meaningful character interactions.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its limited replayability, with many players expressing a desire to skip previously experienced content. While it offers enjoyable gameplay, the consensus is that it does not justify a full-price purchase due to its lack of replay value.
“I ended up wanting to skip pretty much everything I had seen previously as this game has little to no replayability.”
“It's fun, but I wouldn't pay full price for it mostly because it lacks replay value.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted for being genuinely funny while also incorporating emotional depth, creating a balance between lightheartedness and heartfelt moments.
“Besides that, it's actually funny yet feelsy at the same time.”
