Army Gals

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Army Gals is a single player action game with a erotic theme. It was developed by Dharker Studios and was released on April 17, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Army Gals is a visual novel set at a retreat for delinquents. The protagonist is forced to attend after a misunderstanding back at home. Expecting a fortnight of hell, he is pleasantly surprised to find he is sharing the retreat with three beautiful but very different young women.

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 165 reviews

story50 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features a rich and engaging story with multiple unique endings that keep players invested.
The characters are well-developed, each with distinct personalities that add depth to the narrative.
The game offers a variety of choices that significantly impact the story, enhancing replayability.

Many endings feel abrupt or unsatisfying, with some being random events that do not contribute meaningfully to the story.
The adult content patch is broken or difficult to obtain, leading to frustration for players seeking the full experience.
The art and music quality are inconsistent, with some backgrounds being reused excessively and the soundtrack lacking variety.

story
114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
53%
3%
The story of the game is a significant draw for many players, featuring rich narratives, complex character development, and multiple branching paths that enhance replayability. While some reviews criticize the story for being unrealistic or overly simplistic, others praise it for its depth, engaging twists, and the ability to tackle serious themes alongside lighter moments. Overall, the narrative is described as compelling and well-written, making it a standout aspect of the game despite some mixed opinions on its execution.
- “The story is rich, the gameplay is smooth, the characters are interesting, and overall a great game.”
- “But apart from that, it's a really fun novel/story, surprisingly dark at times, and touches on some real deep issues.”
- “The story itself has a few twists I didn't see coming, and you may miss some of them unless you play multiple times.”
- “The story is not good.”
- “Played it through; why is this considered a game? It's a story, and a rather lame story at that.”
- “Trying to create weight or drama to the story by forcing horrific, unavoidable outcomes on the player is lazy and unsatisfying.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
41%
14%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its ability to enhance immersion and set the mood effectively, particularly in key scenes. However, some players feel that the soundtrack lacks variety and can become repetitive, with a few noting that it is only "passable" or "bland." Overall, while the music contributes positively to the experience, there is a desire for more diverse tracks and longer compositions.
- “The soundtrack is implemented at all the right scenes about 90% of the time, and is easily able to make you uneasy.”
- “Aurally, this visual novel has a fairly good soundtrack and a number of ambient sound effects included which really helps with immersion while you read the story.”
- “The music was nice, I found it set the mood perfectly throughout the game.”
- “There are only a few soundtracks, so repetition quickly becomes the norm.”
- “Hate the music, not enough variety, but other than that, I'll be playing again and again for a long time.”
- “While enjoying the game, I would actually sometimes forget that music did accompany the game.”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
40%
15%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the cute and high-quality art style, particularly in character design and adult scenes. However, some critics find the overall graphics to be mediocre or lacking, suggesting that while the artwork has its charm, it doesn't reach the potential seen in other titles. Overall, the visuals are seen as a blend of original flair and standard quality, appealing to some players while disappointing others.
- “Good artwork.”
- “Art style and CGs are high quality.”
- “Beautifully drawn artwork/CG.”
- “This game becomes interesting in between, but the graphics are not really good. However, the pictures are still very exciting; I would still recommend trying it.”
- “Despite bringing original artwork into a game, which I truly respect and find refreshing, the drawings were lackluster.”
- “Although this game brings some original artwork and a big variety of different endings, the subpar artwork, stretched conversations, and mostly the lack of interaction, combined with the lack of nudity and sexual content, makes it impossible for me to recommend this game.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a surprising depth, transitioning from lighthearted moments to darker, more touching events, which can leave players feeling unsettled yet fulfilled. With multiple endings that explore a range of emotions, the game offers a rich narrative experience that combines romance, intrigue, and tough choices, making it a compelling choice for visual novel enthusiasts.
- “It seems so simple when you first play through it, but then you get surprised by a broad spectrum of very dark to very touching events and endings.”
- “In summary, Army Gals takes you on an enlightening and fun adventure filled with mystery, tough choices, emotional moments, possible romance, and intrigue, so it is highly recommended to fans of the visual novel genre.”
- “Some scenes were well put together with a nice combination of erotic, emotional, horror, and thrilling elements.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The game boasts high replayability due to its branching narrative and multiple decision points that lead to vastly different outcomes and endings. Players have noted the presence of numerous alternate endings and achievements, encouraging multiple playthroughs to fully experience the content. Overall, the diverse writing and engaging mechanics contribute to a compelling reason to revisit the game.
- “A well thought out system that has a good amount of replay value if you like playing alternate endings.”
- “Very replayable as far as I've seen, and I really can't emphasize how impressed I am with how different the writing is in this one than others.”
- “This has a massive amount of multiple endings and definitely makes the replayability exist again.”
- “-Replay value (I've played through the game several times now and have about 7 hours played, still haven't unlocked all the achievements nor seen all the endings.)”
- “With that said, replayability is high as there are many different decisions to make in the branching narrative that could lead to vastly different outcomes depending on your selections.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The gameplay is characterized as smooth and engaging, typical of a visual novel, which focuses more on narrative and reading than traditional mechanics. While some users noted a learning curve for menu navigation, the overall experience is highly rated, with players enjoying the rich story and characters, leading to a strong overall impression of the game.
- “The story is rich, the gameplay is smooth, the characters are interesting, and overall a great game.”
- “Gameplay 10/10 - the gameplay is very limited because it is a visual novel, but that's exactly what you would expect from a visual novel.”
- “Overall 9/10 - I really enjoyed the game, clocking in 12 hours of gameplay with all achievements completed.”
- “This game is a visual novel, a type of video game that is more about reading than traditional gameplay.”
- “As for the mechanics, it took me a while to find out how to bring up the menu mid-game, but otherwise it was fine.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in "Army Gals" is highlighted as a key strength, with users appreciating the well-crafted jokes and tension-breaking moments that enhance the overall enjoyment of the visual novel. The writing is praised for its ambition, contributing to a fun and entertaining experience that keeps players engaged throughout its multiple endings.
- “Like most of Dharker Studios' visual novels, Army Gals was a completely enjoyable and terrific read with a wonderfully penned story, many tension-breaking humorous moments, and great music all wrapped up in a very professional and well put together package.”
- “I personally enjoyed this story a lot and would recommend it to buy & read because it's entertaining, not too long, and funny.”
- “It made me laugh every time I passed the fairy scene.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Character development in the game is generally praised for its depth and the variety of choices available, enhancing the overall narrative experience. However, some players feel that more focus on character development could have further improved the game. While it successfully balances engaging storytelling with other elements, there are mixed opinions on the extent of character growth throughout the gameplay.
- “Good story, lots of choices, nice character development, and not too focused on the lewd aspect.”
- “I bought it for the visuals, but got great character development and a messed up ending.”
- “I think it would have improved the game greatly if there was a lot more attention paid to character development.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find that while grinding can initially be enjoyable and rewarding, it often becomes repetitive and tedious with repeated playthroughs.
- “Replaying the game to see everything can quickly become repetitive and tedious, even if it feels worth it at first.”
- “The grinding aspect feels like a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “After a while, the constant grinding just feels like a time sink with little reward.”