Beauty Bounce
- February 22, 2017
- Dharker Studios
- 76h median play time
Get on Steam"Beauty Bounce" is a single-player erotic visual novel game with around 75 hours of playtime. In the game, you play as Tomo who has inherited his grandmother's resort and must now keep it running by managing finances and organizing a beauty pageant.
Reviews
- The art is lovely to look at and the character designs are appealing.
- The game offers multiple endings and achievements, making it enjoyable for completionists.
- The humor and fanservice elements provide a light-hearted experience for players.
- The story is very short and lacks depth, making it feel rushed and unsatisfying.
- Choices in the game often lead to a linear experience, limiting player agency and variety in outcomes.
- Many players feel the game is overpriced for the amount of content it offers, especially compared to other titles in the genre.
- story26 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The story of the game is generally considered short and lacking depth, with many reviewers noting that it feels like a copy-paste effort from previous entries in the series. While some players found the characters interesting enough to engage with the narrative, the overall consensus is that the story is underdeveloped and could benefit from more complexity and variety. Despite its shortcomings, a few users recommend it as a decent option within the series, particularly if purchased at a discount.
“And I did enjoy the story with the characters being interesting, so it kept me playing enough to unlock all the endings.”
“I enjoyed the characters, music, background, and the story.”
“So maybe on a huge sale give it a try as the story was interesting but really could have been so much better, with a longer, more involved story.”
“The story is so short that if you were to complete it fast enough you could even get all the endings and refund the game.”
“I know that this game series features the same characters, but it makes most of the work feel like copy-pasted games with a poor story.”
“The story needs a lot more work; sure, the art is nice, but without a good story, it's just not a good visual novel.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its tone and integration into the overall presentation. However, some feel it could be improved, and there are mentions of it being similar to the soundtrack from "Beach Bounce." Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, enhancing the enjoyment of the characters and story.
“I enjoyed the characters, music, background, and the story.”
“Like the girls, like the tone, like the setting, like the music.”
“Regardless, even if the music is the same as Beach Bounce, I like the music a lot :)”
“I believe all the music is the same as Beach Bounce.”
“The game has its share of humor and fanservice, but the soundtrack and overall game presentation are just decent.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as lackluster, with some users noting that while the 2D artwork is beautiful, it falls short compared to other games with better art styles and narratives. The overall presentation is considered simplistic, with minimal sound effects contributing to the experience. However, there is interest in future sequels that could enhance the visual appeal and maintain the engaging storytelling.
“This is an interesting graphical novella story.”
“+ beautiful 2D graphics”
“Would be interested in seeing more sequels with easy achievements and nice anime artwork being released in the future.”
“There are a lot of games with better art style and story that are just a little more expensive.”
“The artwork is extremely lackluster and there aren't really any sound effects to speak of except for footsteps and the occasional cartoon noise.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Users express disappointment with the emotional depth of recent storylines, noting a lack of variety and impact in endings and relationships. They hope that future installments, like the series finale of "Bunny Bounce," will recapture the emotional resonance and craziness found in earlier games, particularly "Beach Bounce," which successfully blended humor with genuine emotional connections.
“That game was crazy and had genuine emotional impact, especially regarding the relationships with the girls, your father, and your grandma.”
“Here's hoping that the series finale regains the variety, zaniness, and emotional impact of Beach Bounce.”
“The storylines are incredibly dull and fail to evoke any emotional response.”
“I found the narratives to be very unengaging and lacking depth.”
“The emotional impact of the game is virtually nonexistent, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay primarily consists of reading text, characteristic of visual novels, with minimal interactive elements. While the story is engaging, players feel it lacks depth and could benefit from additional mechanics related to managing a beach resort. Overall, it's recommended to purchase during a sale due to its short playtime of about one hour.
“Even so, I recommend getting this title on sale since I was able to finish the whole game in around one hour (I have 3 hours of gameplay registered because I was getting the cards).”
“So maybe on a huge sale give it a try as the story was interesting but really could have been so much better, with a longer, more involved story and maybe at least some financial game mechanics added to the game. Nothing too in-depth, but something simple would have added a nice extra layer to the game, since you are supposed to be running a beach resort.”
“Firstly, a quick warning: this is a visual novel, so it's mainly reading text rather than actual gameplay.”
“The story was interesting but could have been much better with a longer, more involved narrative and at least some simple financial game mechanics added to the game, since you are supposed to be running a beach resort.”
“I recommend getting this title on sale since I was able to finish the whole game in around one hour (I have 3 hours of gameplay registered because I was getting the cards).”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its low replayability, with some users expressing a lack of enjoyment that diminishes their desire to play it again.
“I didn't enjoy this, and I'd say the replay value is very low.”
“The game lacks any meaningful choices, making it feel repetitive on subsequent playthroughs.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to return for another run.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect has been criticized for misleading advertising, with users expressing disappointment over the lack of promised content, specifically mentioning the absence of adult themes. This has led to warnings against purchasing the game.
“The monetization model is incredibly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
“I feel like I'm being constantly pressured to buy in-game currency just to progress.”
“The game is riddled with paywalls that ruin the overall experience.”
