Bonds

About Bonds

Bonds is a single player casual simulation game with romance, anime and erotic themes. It was developed by DID Games and was released on November 1, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

Robin is a college student who has always had a secret interest in being tied up. One day she decides to challenge her roommate and childhood friend, Alicia, to tie her up after they watch a movie featuring a poorly tied damsel in distress. How will their relationships evolve from there?

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93%Audience ScoreBased on 41 reviews

story17 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a cute and wholesome story that many players found engaging and memorable.
The artwork is praised for its quality, with expressive characters and a charming visual style.
The bondage elements are presented in a consensual and light-hearted manner, making it accessible for a wider audience.

The forced mini-game aspect is seen as frustrating and detracts from the overall experience, with limited choices that don't significantly impact the story.
The game is relatively short, lasting only a couple of hours, which some players feel does not justify the price.
There is a lack of variety in poses and bondage options, leading to a feeling of repetitiveness in gameplay.

story
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27% positive mentions, 68% neutral mentions, 5% negative mentions
The game's story is described as short but sweet, featuring a light-hearted and wholesome narrative centered around the emotional aspects of bondage and the relationships between the characters. While some players appreciated the cute dialogue and art, they noted that the story is mostly linear with limited choices, and the gameplay often feels disconnected from the narrative progression. Overall, it offers a charming slice-of-life experience, though many hope for more depth and content in potential future installments.
- “The story is very much a slice of life story with a focus on the emotional aspect of bondage and the relationship between the central characters.”
- “The story is sweet and relatable but short.”
- “Whether you like bondage or not, I can say that just about anyone should at least find the story very sweet, and it's a nice pick-me-up kind of visual novel.”
- “It's essentially a light dress-up game that doesn't even affect the main story, with very limiting choices in terms of clothing and bondage attire.”
- “If you're looking for a game that's essentially a story-light dress-up sim with bondage as the theme, then this is your game.”
- “As far as I can tell, any choices you make in the mini-game have zero effect on the main storyline.”
emotional
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game is praised for its wholesome and heartwarming story, featuring a cute and laid-back atmosphere that resonates with players. Many reviewers highlight the emotional depth of the narrative, particularly in its exploration of relationships and mild bondage in a consensual context. Overall, it offers a touching experience with beautiful art and engaging characters, making it a recommended choice for fans of heartfelt romance.
- “It's a chill and fun game; the story is so wholesome and cute. I really, really enjoyed it.”
- “The game has that kind of aura that makes me want to play again; the ending is also very wholesome and sweet.”
- “However, it has a very touching and wholesome story with amazing art.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38% positive mentions, 24% neutral mentions, 38% negative mentions
The gameplay in Bonds is characterized by a combination of story segments and interactive dress-up sessions focused on bondage themes, which some players find engaging despite the overall brevity of the experience. While the mechanics may not be groundbreaking, the game offers a satisfying loop that keeps players involved, even if the narrative and gameplay depth are limited. Overall, it provides a decent experience for those interested in its specific themes, though it may not appeal to everyone.
- “As for gameplay, as described on the store page, you have story segments and then you have 'sessions,' which essentially function as interactive dress-up games with various bondage options that tie into the game's story.”
- “I honestly have to say the game still managed to make me feel engaged in the whole tying-someone-up thing through the simple dress-up/tie-up gameplay.”
- “It's a nice little gameplay loop, and the amount of stuff available in session mode justifies the fact that the story itself only takes a little over an hour to actually read.”
- “Bonds doesn’t offer much in the area of gameplay or story; it’s over before you know it.”
- “As for gameplay, as described on the store page, you have story segments and then you have 'sessions,' which essentially function as interactive dress-up games with various bondage options (which ties into the game's story, too!).”
- “If you're looking for anything raunchy, you're not going to find it here, but I honestly have to say the game still managed to make me feel engaged in the whole tying-someone-up thing through the simple dress-up/tie-up gameplay.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20% positive mentions, 20% neutral mentions, 60% negative mentions
The graphics are described as decent and cute, effectively matching the game's theme, with high-quality artwork in cutscenes that enhances the overall experience. While the visuals and effects are not groundbreaking, they are fitting and contribute to a laidback atmosphere, making the game enjoyable despite its brevity.
- “Really laidback and sweet story, enhanced by really cute and fitting artwork.”
- “The quality of the artwork is decent; nothing too fancy, but it all looks cute and matches the theme of the game.”
- “Other than that, the visuals are decent and the effects and voices, even though they're nothing special, are quite fitting. The music, while a little repetitive, is bearable, if not enjoyable for the couple of hours this game will last you.”
- “While it isn't very long, there are two endings based on the choices you make, and the writing and high-quality artwork for the cutscenes and session mode justify it in my eyes, especially since it was made by a team of about three people.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
The music in the game is described as somewhat repetitive but ultimately endurable and enjoyable for the short duration of gameplay, complementing the overall experience despite not being particularly remarkable.
- “The music is a bit repetitive and doesn't really stand out, making it feel more like background noise than an integral part of the experience.”
- “While the visuals and effects are decent, the music lacks variety and can become tiresome after a short while.”
- “The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gameplay, leaving a sense of disappointment in what could have been a more engaging audio experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect manageable, as many commissions are straightforward and repetitive, preventing it from becoming overly tedious.
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over, which quickly becomes boring.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the overall experience.”