Blood Code

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Blood Code is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Weixi Studio and was released on December 28, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "Blood Code," players navigate a dark, futuristic city as a vigilante cyborg, utilizing hacking abilities and melee combat to uncover a conspiracy and protect the innocent. The game features a complex, choice-driven narrative and fast-paced action, with upgradable skills and weapons. Explore diverse environments, interact with various characters, and make morally ambiguous decisions that affect the story's outcome.

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Audience ScoreBased on 311 reviews

story82 positive mentions

grinding23 negative mentions

The game features beautiful artwork and character designs that enhance the overall experience.
The branching narrative allows for multiple romantic routes, providing replayability and different story outcomes.
The blend of stat management and romance adds a layer of strategy to the gameplay, making it engaging for players who enjoy interactive elements.

The English translation is often awkward and contains grammatical errors, which can disrupt the flow of the story.
The pacing of the narrative can feel rushed, with abrupt transitions that make it hard to connect with the characters and plot.
Some characters lack depth and development, making it difficult to form emotional connections with them.

story
260 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Blood Code" centers on Leia Ephelis, whose life is upended by her father's mysterious death, leading her into a world of supernatural intrigue and romance. While the narrative offers a mix of engaging character dynamics and multiple endings, it suffers from uneven pacing, repetitive gameplay mechanics, and translation issues that detract from its emotional depth and coherence. Despite its ambition and some interesting plot twists, many players find the overall execution lacking, with a tendency for the story to feel disjointed and superficial.
- “The story follows Leia Ephelis, a young woman whose life changes drastically after her father’s mysterious death.”
- “It’s clear that the developers wanted to create something rich and emotional, a story that combines romance with supernatural intrigue while giving players meaningful control over how events unfold.”
- “The characters, the plot, and the little things you can do to change the story completely were absolutely amazing to me.”
- “The story of Blood Code is insipid and shallow.”
- “The plot is unoriginal and simply revolves around trying to win the hearts of vampires, though they lack any remotely vampiric qualities.”
- “The story is weak, the writing is barely understandable, the characters are one-dimensional and the stat mechanics are unclear and fairly pointless.”
music
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its calming and pleasant qualities, effectively enhancing the emotional atmosphere and complementing the visual presentation. While some reviewers noted that the soundtrack lacks variety and memorability, many found it enjoyable and fitting for the game's romantic and mysterious tone. Overall, the music is considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing positively to the overall experience despite some minor audio mixing issues.
- “The visual presentation, coupled with the game’s musical score, creates a mood that perfectly complements the romantic and mysterious tone of the story.”
- “The soundtrack is lovely, making the complete game experience very nice.”
- “The music is overall pretty too, with a very nice ending song.”
- “The music and voice acting is meh.”
- “- I paid extra for the soundtrack but it's a bit... disappointing.”
- “(or maybe I just can't pick up emotion very well in Chinese.) And, again an audio problem, the voice actors can be very hard to hear due to the music spiking in volume for certain tracks, so I found myself having to readjust my audio settings quite a few times.”
graphics
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Blood Code" are widely praised for their beautiful, hand-drawn artwork and elegant character designs, which create a dreamlike atmosphere. While the overall quality is high, some users noted inconsistencies in the artwork, suggesting that different artists may have contributed to various elements. Despite minor graphical issues, the visuals are considered a standout feature of the game, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The hand-drawn artwork gives each character a distinct personality, and the soft color palette enhances the ethereal, almost dreamlike atmosphere of the academy.”
- “The artwork is the best selling feature of this game.”
- “The artwork is very beautiful and I would say that the romanceable characters were very lovable.”
- “I also felt the CG artwork style didn't match the portraits well enough.”
- “It's uncommon for me to drop or find a game unplayable, but unfortunately Blood Code falls under that category, which is sad because I really wanted to like the game. But aside from the artwork, there's really nothing this game has to make it worth its price.”
- “[*] Artwork is okay, but the quality is not very consistent.”
gameplay
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it grindy, repetitive, and lacking depth, particularly in its stat-raising mechanics and dating simulations. While some appreciate the unique mechanics and beautiful artwork, others criticize the convoluted systems and underdeveloped character interactions, leading to a tedious experience. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a weak point, detracting from the game's potential despite its ambition and story-driven focus.
- “While translation issues, uneven pacing, and occasional mechanical tedium hold it back from excellence, its ambition and sincerity make it worth a look for fans of story-rich, character-driven games.”
- “The mechanics would be more engaging if learning magic skills enabled different dialogue responses or actions with characters.”
- “There's a decent amount of room to explore the mechanics of the game, and what gets triggered by what so you get certain dialogue options, events, CGs, and endings.”
- “The gameplay is extremely grindy, especially if you’re aiming for a specific ending.”
- “The constant need to go on repetitive dates, give gifts, and have the same conversations with each love interest over and over is boring and unimmersive to the gameplay.”
- “The routes are bland and the mechanics are flawed, the story is also very basic and the main character is useless.”
grinding
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and repetitive, particularly due to the extensive stat farming required to achieve specific endings. While some appreciate the ease of managing stats and the presence of engaging cutscenes, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration with the grindy mechanics that detract from the enjoyment of the plot and character interactions. Players often feel that the time spent on grinding overshadows the narrative experience, making it a significant drawback of the game.
- “The stat building isn't tedious; there are very few elements you have to keep track of, and they're mostly explained to you at the beginning of the game.”
- “Grinding feels rewarding because each level up brings a noticeable improvement to my character's abilities.”
- “The game strikes a perfect balance between challenge and progression, making grinding an enjoyable part of the experience.”
- “The gameplay is extremely grindy, especially if you’re aiming for a specific ending.”
- “In addition to the bad logic, the game's boring schedule planning which allows players to do nothing but statistic farming quickly drained my patience.”
- “This aspect of the game is just boring and tedious.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is mixed, with some players finding it capable of eliciting tears and providing a range of emotional experiences through its romance routes, while others criticize the lack of depth in character motivations and abrupt transitions that hinder emotional resonance. The soundtrack effectively supports the emotional atmosphere, but overall, many feel that the game falls short in fostering deep connections with characters, leaving some players feeling detached despite the narrative's intentions. While it offers moments of charm and heartfelt storytelling, it may not fully satisfy those seeking a profound emotional journey.
- “It’s clear that the developers wanted to create something rich and emotional, a story that combines romance with supernatural intrigue while giving players meaningful control over how events unfold.”
- “The romance routes themselves vary in tone—from lighthearted and tender to tragic and suspenseful—providing a satisfying range of emotional experiences.”
- “Lock's ending (normal one) made me feel sad but happy at the same time.”
humor
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with players finding both the poorly executed writing and voice acting to be unintentionally hilarious, leading to moments of laughter throughout gameplay. While the dialogue ranges from genuinely funny to awkwardly bad, the comedic elements often overshadow the lackluster plot, making the game enjoyable for those who appreciate its quirky humor. Overall, the characters and their interactions contribute significantly to the game's comedic appeal, providing a blend of humor that keeps players entertained.
- “My friend and I spent most of the time 'playing' the game laughing at it.”
- “The writing can go from hilariously bad (not necessarily in terms of translation, but in terms of pacing/plot) to pretty good, so maybe it's worth it for the comedy factor?”
- “The plot is not fantastic or groundbreaking, of course, and the boys are almost exactly what you'd expect, but the humor is what makes this game really shine.”
replayability
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The game offers decent replayability through multiple story routes and alternate endings, which can enhance the experience. However, some players find the stat management system repetitive, potentially diminishing long-term engagement. Overall, while there are elements that encourage replay, the enjoyment may wane over time.
- “Some of it can be hard at times, but I think it makes it better for replay value.”
- “On paper, it’s an engaging system that adds a layer of strategy and replayability, but in practice, the stat management can become repetitive over time.”
- “Although the story has four routes giving it some replay value, the stat building does become tiresome after a while.”
- “Still, it's decently replayable for the CGs and alternate endings.”
character development
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While the game's art style and character designs are praised for their elegance and beauty, the overall character development, particularly of the main character, is seen as lacking, leading to a less engaging plot. Many reviewers express a desire for deeper character exploration to enhance the narrative experience.
- “Visually, the blood code stands out for its elegant art style and character design.”
- “The art and music in this game are super pretty, and I really like the character designs.”
- “The art for this game is done decently, and the character designs aren't bad.”
- “But overall, the plot wasn't that good because of poor character development, especially with the main character.”
- “I would have preferred a bit more character development.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is generally effective, enhancing story progression through performance-based decisions that unlock various scenes and endings. While the inclusion of voice acting enriches key moments, the quality of performances can be inconsistent.
- “These decisions affect the progression of the story, unlocking specific scenes, routes, or endings depending on your performance.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's hand-drawn artwork and soft color palette create a distinct, dreamlike atmosphere, enhancing character personalities and the overall setting of the academy. While the soundtrack may not be particularly memorable, it effectively supports the emotional tone, with gentle piano themes for quieter moments and more dramatic music for key confrontations.
- “The soundtrack, while not particularly memorable, succeeds in maintaining the emotional atmosphere—soft piano themes accompany quieter moments, while more dramatic tracks punctuate confrontations or revelations.”
- “The hand-drawn artwork gives each character a distinct personality, and the soft color palette enhances the ethereal, almost dreamlike atmosphere of the academy.”