Blush Blush
- April 22, 2020
- Sad Panda Studios
- 3h median play time
"Blush Blush" is a dating game with idle elements, where you rescue cursed anime-boys using the power of love. Choose how to spend your time, work jobs, earn stat points, and arrange dates to woo over a dozen characters. The game features a light-hearted story with easy-to-understand gameplay, and more characters will be added in the future.
Reviews
- The game features adorable characters and a charming art style that keeps players engaged.
- The humor and dialogue are entertaining, making the gameplay enjoyable and lighthearted.
- The game allows for casual play, making it a great option for passing time without the pressure of constant engagement.
- In-app purchases for characters and upgrades are considered too expensive by many players.
- Progression can feel slow and repetitive, requiring excessive tapping to advance, which can lead to frustration.
- Some players have reported issues with the game crashing or glitches affecting gameplay.
- graphics45 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising the adorable and aesthetically pleasing art style. Reviewers appreciate the attention to detail and the overall visual presentation, noting that it enhances the fun and engaging experience of the game. Some minor critiques mention issues with resolution on mobile devices, but these do not detract significantly from the overall enjoyment of the graphics.
“The graphics are lovely, the game doesn't take itself too seriously and makes for a really fun experience.”
“The graphics are spectacular.”
“The artwork is so aesthetically pleasing.”
“The only downside I would say is for phone the artwork gets cut off; if you could fix that, it would be great.”
“The game is fine, I just don't like how the pictures are all low-res and squished; I thought you graphic designers know better.”
“The graphics are cute and anime-like.”
- humor44 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its cute and absurd nature, with many players highlighting the well-written dialogue, creative puns, and funny character interactions. Reviewers appreciate the blend of silliness and adult humor, noting that it adds to the game's charm and addictiveness. Overall, the game's comedic elements contribute significantly to its appeal, making it a standout experience for fans of funny and engaging gameplay.
“But this is such a cute and funny game, and I never get bored playing it.”
“I love the absurd humor and wacky shenanigans.”
“The dialogue is well-written and funny, and you can tell a lot of love was put into this game.”
- story43 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally described as cute, silly, and engaging, with many players appreciating the interesting and likeable characters. While some find the storyline repetitive after certain milestones, the overall narrative and character interactions are praised for their charm and humor, making it a fun experience for casual play. The art style complements the story well, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
“I love the storyline and the plot; it's so amazing!”
“Great storyline, great art!”
“I love the dialogue for each character, the storyline, the designs for each character, everything.”
“As a normie, I was disappointed in the fur story/stages.”
“The storyline is good but it is semi-repetitive once you prestige; I got to the bull and there was no more to the game.”
“This is kind of boring; all you have to do is wait, not much to do, just an idle game and some story plot.”
- monetization40 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the optional nature of ads that provide rewards without being intrusive. While some users express frustration over the frequency of ads and the high cost of in-app purchases, the overall sentiment is that the game allows for a satisfying free-to-play experience without aggressive microtransactions. Players enjoy the balance of ad usage, noting that it enhances gameplay rather than detracts from it.
“I love that you can be a free-to-play player and not have microtransactions shoved down your throat.”
“No ads unless you want extra stuff.”
“This game is the best I've ever played; no ads when you don't want to, loads of fun, I want to play more!”
“Now with that being said, the in-app purchases are so high.”
“You have to watch so many ads or shell out $$ for time skips.”
“I had to watch a lot of ads which is very annoying.”
- gameplay19 mentions
- 84 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its fun mechanics, charming characters, and appealing art style, making it enjoyable for fans of dating sims and idle games. However, some players find the reset or prestige system to be a frustrating mechanic that artificially extends gameplay. Despite this, many appreciate the balance between free and paid content, with a satisfying progression experience.
“Gameplay is fun, characters are interesting, the balance between paying and earning is perfect!”
“10/10, a must play for anyone who likes dating sims, idle gameplay, and most of all funny characters and stories!”
“Incredible as always ❤ gameplay is fun as hell and very satisfying as you invest more time plus my avatar can look cute now let's gooo”
“The game encourages you to reset to prestige, which honestly is a pathetic mechanic made to stretch out bad games.”
“Very cute and well written, but the gameplay is artificially dragged out by the inclusion of the reset/prestige system.”
- grinding10 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, often describing it as repetitive and time-consuming. While many appreciate the cute art and fun gameplay, the need for extensive grinding can detract from the overall experience, making it feel like a chore at times. Despite this, some players enjoy the grind as part of the game's charm, indicating a mixed reception regarding this feature.
“Game content is very cute, but way too grindy.”
“It's all very repetitive and grindy.”
“Even though this game is fun to play, tapping at the screen is tedious and takes a lot of time.”
- character development7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, players praise the game's character development, highlighting the diverse and appealing character designs, as well as the engaging personalities of the characters. The option to choose between male and female characters adds to the enjoyment, and many users express excitement for future character releases. However, there is some criticism regarding the portrayal of a specific character, Volks, in his human form.
“I like all of the personalities and character designs.”
“I love all the character designs and the fact that you can choose whether you're female or male!”
“The character designs in the game are amazing and the game is very amazing so this game is super amazing 👍”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to evoke strong emotional responses, ranging from pride in the development team to feelings of warmth and joy from its cute and wholesome nature. While some initially felt out of place, the overall experience became enjoyable and heartwarming, highlighting the game's charm and humor. The emotional connection is further emphasized by the desire for the characters' happiness, making it a feel-good experience for many.
“Honestly, looking at the credits got me all emotional - there are so many new staff compared to Crush Crush, and it made me feel proud and sentimental.”
“The game is really cute and wholesome all around. If you like dating sims but don't enjoy matching puzzles, then I think you'll really enjoy this game!”
“Pure wholesomeness! I love everyone and I want to see them happy.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its appeal, with players finding it enjoyable and a standout feature. However, it can dominate the audio experience, preventing users from listening to other content while playing. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's charm and fun atmosphere.
“The art is cute, the characters are endearing, and I dig the music.”
“Overall, the game is awesome, especially the music.”
“Pretty fun so far; the characters are cute, and I like the music.”
“They take over your phone so you can't even listen to music or podcasts while they play.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's theme.”
- stability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Overall, stability in the game is generally positive, with some users reporting minor glitches while others have experienced no issues at all. This suggests a mostly stable experience, though individual experiences may vary.
“There are no glitches from what I've played so far, and I'm looking forward to all the rest of the characters.”
“There are small glitches here and there, but nothing too serious.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it frustrating to progress.”
“I've experienced several freezes that forced me to restart the game.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players note that the game's replayability is significantly enhanced by Sven's speed dating ability, making it more engaging and enjoyable upon multiple playthroughs.
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its smooth performance and appealing visuals, indicating effective optimization that enhances the overall user experience.
“I'm very satisfied with the game; it runs smoothly and is very cute.”