Amairo Chocolate
- March 19, 2020
- Cabbage Soft
- 9h median play time
Get on Steam"Amairo Chocolate" is a Japanese visual novel featuring cat and dog-eared girls, set in a café where the player, a newcomer to the village, starts working. The game has Japanese voice-overs, with Chieri and Mikuri as the main routes, as well as a neutral route. It offers Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese language options, plus a BGM gallery and CG viewer. Explore the daily café life and discover the unique differences between the races of the cute anthropomorphic characters.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features adorable character designs and a wholesome atmosphere, making it a delightful experience for fans of cute visual novels.
- Mikuri's romance path is particularly well-received, evoking genuine feelings of first love and nostalgia.
- The worldbuilding is solid, with a charming setting that enhances the overall experience of the game.
- The plot lacks depth and can feel rushed, especially with abrupt scene transitions that may confuse players.
- Some routes, particularly Chieri's, are criticized for being typical and not providing satisfying resolutions to character arcs.
- The game suffers from censorship in the western release, which detracts from the original content and may disappoint some players.
- story23 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story of the game is characterized by a slice-of-life approach, lacking a solid plot and often feeling disjointed, with abrupt scene transitions that can confuse players. While some routes, like Chieri's, are more engaging than others, such as Mikuri's, the overall narrative prioritizes romance over a cohesive storyline, leaving some players feeling that key elements are underdeveloped or tacked-on. Despite its charming characters and comedic moments, the game ultimately focuses more on atmosphere than a compelling plot, making it a mixed experience for those seeking depth in storytelling.
“Be warned: the credits appear suddenly and seem like they're leaving the story unfinished, but there's a short epilogue for each path.”
“It shares similarities to the real world, but the differences are as follows: the existence of beastfolk (the name the story gives to people with animal ears and tails), and some supernatural elements, like the existence of ghosts and gods.”
“Suddenly jumping from one scene to another without any clear separation made me feel confused and took me out of the story.”
“Like any slice-of-life story, this game doesn't have a real plot, in opposition to what you would see in other romance visual novels, but it's still a chain of events linked by cause and effect.”
“They could have done so much with that normal ending, given the overall strength of the worldbuilding, but it's pretty obvious that the writers wanted to prioritize the romance, and while I think it's a valid story choice, that makes including the normal ending even more meaningless.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the visual novel is highlighted as genuinely wholesome and sweet, with a charming romance that feels sincere rather than creepy. However, some users noted that abrupt scene transitions can disrupt the narrative flow, potentially detracting from the overall emotional experience. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a lighthearted and heartwarming story.
“The biggest positive for me was that it was genuinely wholesome.”
“The naive romance option in visual novels often feels creepy, but this one felt really sweet and wholesome.”
“It was sweet, wholesome, and fun.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is largely linear, with minimal opportunities for player agency, as there is only one significant moment where players can influence the story's direction.
“I didn't mention gameplay, because there is only one instance when the player can alter the flow of the story, and explaining it would be a waste of time.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is highlighted through the charming and adorable designs of characters like Chieri and Ichika, which evoke strong emotional responses from players.
“The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and relatable.”
“The backstories and personal growth of each character add so much depth to the overall narrative.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music is well-suited to the game's context, enhancing the overall experience without any reported issues or bugs.
“The music fits the context very well, enhancing the overall experience without any crashes or bugs.”
“The soundtrack is incredibly immersive and perfectly complements the gameplay.”
“I love how the music evolves with the game, creating a dynamic atmosphere that keeps me engaged.”
