Blacktea With Moon
- May 8, 2018
- 凝冰剑斩
Get on Steam"Blacktea With Moon" is a Touhou Project fan game that follows the story of a vampire hunter who crashes into Scarlet Devil Mansion. The game features two chapters and contains mature content, including Yuri. Players may need more than half an hour to complete the game. Note: This game contains changes to the original setting and characters from the Touhou Project series.
PC
Reviews
- The game features a unique and cute story set in the Touhou universe, which may appeal to fans of the series.
- The emotional narrative between the characters Remilia and Sakuya is touching, with moments that resonate deeply with players.
- The art and music contribute positively to the atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience despite the game's simplicity.
- The game is extremely short, taking only about 30 minutes to complete, which leaves players wanting more depth and content.
- There are significant issues with the quality of writing and translation, making it difficult for some players to fully appreciate the story.
- The gameplay is overly simplistic, consisting mainly of clicking through dialogue with no real interaction or choices, which may not satisfy those looking for a more engaging experience.
- story53 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story is a brief yet emotionally impactful exploration of the love between Remilia and Sakuya in the Touhou universe, characterized by its simplicity and bittersweet tone. While many reviewers appreciated the heartfelt nature of the narrative, they noted its shallowness and lack of depth, wishing for a more fleshed-out plot and longer gameplay. Overall, it serves as a cute and touching fan story, though it may leave some players wanting more complexity and detail.
“This is a very beautiful story to take a break from the world for some minutes... even though it is not that long, this game is a heartwarming poetry that has touched my soul, I wish I can find my scarlet one day.”
“An emotional story between Remilia and Sakuya, although it's really short, the story actually has some weight, though I wish it could be longer.”
“A very short but cute and bittersweet story about Sakuya and Remilia.”
“But the shallowness of the plot is immense; even in such a short time of 30 minutes, it is possible to bring a bit more depth. Everything is described so briefly, with not enough details to give this story more weight. [spoiler]Not even a single mention about turning Sakuya into a vampire (or what if it is not possible)[/spoiler], yet I can feel how strong the love relationships between our heroines are.”
“The story is short, has no options, no side stories, and no alternative endings.”
“I've read this story a thousand times before as Touhou fan comics, and done better in most.”
- music7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for enhancing the atmosphere and emotional depth of the story, with many reviewers noting its fitting and natural integration. It effectively sets the tone and complements the visuals, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience, despite some recognition of its RPG Maker origins.
“The music supported the atmosphere and feeling of the characters perfectly; the writing was fitting and felt completely natural.”
“Love the music; it's nice and goes well with the feeling of the story.”
“The music is great and sets the tone really well, and the CGs are very well done for something of this caliber.”
“The music: I'm aware this game was made with RPG Maker; it pretty much screams it.”
“I could be unaware of an RPG Maker asset folder containing music, but either way, it's pretty soothing.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics in this RPG Maker game are characterized by outdated pixel art that lacks full HD support and customization options, which may disappoint modern PC gamers. While some players find the visuals charming, they are not compelling enough to justify the purchase solely based on graphics. Overall, the visuals are considered acceptable given the game's price and gameplay content.
“The graphics are cute, but not cute enough to buy it for the graphics.”
“I think for the amount of gameplay and the story, the visuals, the price is worth it.”
“As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the emotional aspect of the game is mixed; while some players found it to be a heartwarming and touching experience that resonated deeply, others felt that its brevity limited the potential for strong emotional engagement, resulting in a lack of empathy and emotional impact. Despite its short length, certain narratives were appreciated for their beauty and depth, particularly in the context of relationships, but not all players experienced the intended emotional connection.
“This is a very beautiful story to take a break from the world for some minutes... even though it is not that long, this game is a heartwarming poetry that has touched my soul, I wish I can find my scarlet one day.”
“An emotional story between Remilia and Sakuya, although it's really short, the story actually has some weight, though I wish it could be longer.”
“This was an amazing visual novel game; it touched me and it has amazing sprite work done. Props to the devs. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who loves Touhou and, of course, loves a touching story that involves a vampire and a human.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being poor and lacking depth, with many likening it to low-quality RPG Maker titles that rely on recycled assets. However, some users feel that the minimal gameplay is justified by the price and story, suggesting that the overall experience may still hold some value despite its shortcomings.
“I think for the amount of gameplay and the story, the visuals, the price is worth it.”
“Like most RPG Maker shovelware and asset flips, the game features extremely low-quality copy-pasted 2D retro pixel art, looks awful, and has even worse gameplay.”
“Thank god there is no gameplay.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is enhanced by well-composed music that aligns perfectly with the characters' emotions, while the writing contributes to a natural and immersive experience.
“The music perfectly complemented the atmosphere and the emotions of the characters; the writing was fitting and felt completely natural.”
“The immersive environment draws you in, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
“The combination of stunning visuals and haunting sound design creates an unforgettable atmosphere that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
