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Bionic Heart

72%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
atmosphere, grinding
72% User Score Based on 172 reviews

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"Bionic Heart" is a sci-fi visual novel set in a dystopian 2099 London, where the earth is plagued by permanent rain. As Luke Black, a bio-informatic engineer, your life takes a turn after encountering Tanya. With 24 endings, interactive scenes, and a map system, this game offers a dynamic adventure focused on character relationships and dialogue. Features include high replayability, optional full voicing, and beautiful manga art.

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72%
Audience ScoreBased on 172 reviews
story48 positive mentions
atmosphere3 negative mentions
  • Bionic Heart features a compelling story with multiple branching paths and 24 different endings, providing high replayability.
  • The game has a unique sci-fi setting with interesting character dynamics and a mix of romance and mystery elements.
  • The art style is decent, and the game includes full voice acting, which adds depth to the characters.
  • The voice acting is often criticized as being poor and amateurish, detracting from the overall experience.
  • The graphics and character designs are considered mediocre, with some characters appearing overly sexualized and unrealistic.
  • The writing can be shallow and cliché, with some plot points feeling forced or lacking coherence.
  • story
    182 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game is a mixed bag, featuring a dystopian future with a human-like robot at its center, and offers a variety of branching paths and 24 different endings. While some players appreciate the interactive nature and complexity of the narrative, others find it cliché, poorly executed, or overly focused on fan service, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the story is seen as decent but not groundbreaking, with many reviewers suggesting it may appeal more to younger audiences or those looking for a casual visual novel experience.

    • “This title has a dark and mature science fiction setting with a compelling story that unfolds as you try to unravel the mystery surrounding an enigmatic woman who seems to be on the run from something but has suddenly taken up refuge in your apartment.”
    • “Bionic Heart is a great visual novel with choices affecting the narrative and a true multiple branching plot with over 24 unique endings to unlock.”
    • “With interesting characters, an evolving storyline with varying paths, and lots of replay value, this is a fantastic choice for those curious and/or apprehensive about the visual novel genre just as much as it is for those who already enjoy them.”
    • “The art is bad, the writing is terrible, and the story is just so much nothing.”
    • “The story is very slow to get into and various paths have you feeling like you're heading to one end anyway; I became more bored than intrigued within 5 minutes of playing and found myself ready to go play something else.”
    • “The plot was often cheesy, and sometimes the reactions of the characters made no sense.”
  • graphics
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the polished character artwork and nostalgic anime style, while others criticize the backgrounds and overall visual quality as mediocre. Many users note the excessive fan service and limited character poses, which detracts from the experience. Overall, the visuals are described as decent but not groundbreaking, with a few standout elements amidst a backdrop of inconsistency.

    • “Graphically, this novel looks fantastic.”
    • “Game is fully voiced and the graphics and overall feel of the game are really enjoyable.”
    • “The artwork is polished and quite good compared to a lot of other English language visual novels.”
    • “A very short visual novel with an uninteresting story, poor visuals, and boring cliché characters.”
    • “Plot is shallow and at times it doesn't feel like it's going anywhere... not to mention some of the 'branches' for the endings make little to no sense whatsoever... visuals are less than mediocre as well.”
    • “The graphics are not great.”
  • music
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it generic and boring, while others appreciate its quality and suitability for certain scenes. However, there are notable criticisms regarding its inconsistency and occasional jarring cues that disrupt the mood, such as inappropriate music during tense moments. Overall, while the soundtrack has its highlights, it lacks a cohesive presence throughout the game.

    • “The soundtrack is also very good.”
    • “One of the best visual novels I've ever played, deep and well-developed story and a good soundtrack :)”
    • “The music is nicely done; the only downside is that if you go on a certain path first, you get minorly spoiled about one character by noticing the voice is also robotic while the protagonists don't seem to notice it yet.”
    • “The music is boring.”
    • “The music has really strange cues and often ruins the mood.”
    • “Not to spoil the story, but a tense scene where some people are about to die is suddenly overlaid with 80s porn music because they confess their love to each other.”
  • replayability
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game boasts high replayability due to its numerous unique endings—up to 24—encouraging players to explore different choices and paths. With an engaging storyline and interesting characters, it appeals to both newcomers and veterans of the visual novel genre, making it a compelling choice for those seeking varied experiences.

    • “Also due to the many unique endings available to unlock, this novel has very high replayability, which is always a good thing for titles in this genre.”
    • “With interesting characters, an evolving storyline with varying paths, and lots of replay value, this is a fantastic choice for those curious and/or apprehensive about the visual novel genre just as much as it is for those who already enjoy them.”
    • “This game has up to 24 available endings, which adds to its replayability.”
    • “All your decisions and locations you visit will affect your final story outcome, and with plenty of different endings, there is a lot of replay value here.”
    • “If that's a thing you're into, this visual novel has absolute b-movie charm and replay value.”
  • atmosphere
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its lovingly crafted settings and backgrounds, contributing to an immersive experience. However, some players feel that inconsistencies in world-building and character development can detract from the overall ambiance, ultimately affecting the gaming experience.

    • “The setting and backgrounds are lovingly crafted - atmospherically, this game is well crafted.”
    • “And that really spoils the gaming experience and kinda kills the atmosphere.”
    • “Developer of the game should create the atmosphere of the world, vivid characters with different personalities and provide an interesting story.”
    • “First of all, the atmosphere of the world.”
  • emotional
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game effectively evokes strong emotional responses through themes of betrayal and emotional turmoil, successfully engaging players with a mix of love and hate. It aims to elicit a typical NTR (netorare) reaction, intensifying the emotional experience.

    • “There's betrayal, there's emotional turmoil, and there's plenty of love and hate emotions flying around.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as "interesting," featuring multiple endings that range from funny to ridiculous, though overall it is considered average. While some players find the bad voice acting amusing initially, it tends to lose its charm quickly, leading to a mixed reception of the comedic elements.

    • “It's interesting to say the least; it has multiple endings, some funny ones and some ridiculous ones. The game is average, and I would have liked a bit more choices with the characters. This game doesn't contain any nudity or hentai, if you are wondering, and it's worth the $7 I paid for it.”
  • gameplay
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay features a blend of classic visual novel elements with numerous interactive scenes and a map system, enhancing the experience by making it feel less linear compared to other titles in the genre.

    • “There are many interactive scenes alongside the classic visual novel gameplay, and a map system that makes the game feel less linear than other titles in this genre.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that grinding in "Bionic Heart" often involves repetitive tasks, such as farming cards, which can detract from the overall experience. The initial chapters may feel slow-paced, leading to a sense of monotony for some users.

  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers highlight that the character designs are both detailed and interesting, contributing positively to the overall character development in the game.

    • “The character designs are detailed and interesting.”

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