Alice in Wonderland

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Alice in Wonderland is a single player action game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Kurisu no Patto and was released on November 16, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

How far can curiosity and dreams take us? Which wonderful situations can we discover once we get carried away by the adventure? Even though it has been 150 years since its publication, the acclaimed novel by Lewis Carroll still remains as one of the greatest artistic works in the world. The original Alice in Wonderland in a kinetic novel format.

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Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews

story18 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The visual novel offers a colorful and charming anime-style rendition of the classic 'Alice in Wonderland', making it a nostalgic experience for fans of the story.
The inclusion of multiple languages allows a broader audience to enjoy the classic tale, making it accessible to non-English speakers.
The relaxing soundtrack and well-drawn backgrounds enhance the reading experience, providing a visually appealing way to engage with the original text.

The game lacks interactivity, functioning more as an illustrated e-book than a traditional visual novel, which may disappoint players expecting choices or gameplay.
The artwork is inconsistent and often does not align well with the original characters, leading to confusion regarding character identities and detracting from the story's integrity.
Technical issues such as slow text loading, disappearing UI elements, and bugs hinder the overall experience, making it frustrating for players.

story
73 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The visual novel adaptation of "Alice in Wonderland" closely follows Lewis Carroll's original text, offering little in terms of new content or interactive choices, which some players found disappointing. While the artwork and music received praise for their appeal, many reviewers criticized the lack of meaningful engagement and the awkward portrayal of characters, particularly with the anime aesthetic that felt out of place. Overall, the experience is seen as a straightforward retelling that may serve as a nostalgic introduction to the classic story, but lacks the depth and creativity that could have made it more engaging.
- “The story is 'Alice in Wonderland' as the title tells us, no adaptations, no changes.”
- “It's a different way to read the Alice in Wonderland story. The graphics are super cute, there are some great puns, and achievements are easy to get.”
- “A beautiful visual novel that retells the story of Alice in Wonderland in a beautiful new way and that is still very classic.”
- “The visual novel was rather boring and didn't feel like it added much to the story of Alice in Wonderland with its visuals.”
- “I have to reiterate that this is strictly a visual novel; there are no choices to be made, no multiple endings, or anything the player can do outside of reading the story.”
- “You can literally read this exact story word for word for free online, so you'd essentially just be paying $5.49 CAD for subpar artwork which isn't worth the listed price tag.”
music
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its classical orchestral soundtrack as soothing and fitting for the story, while others criticize it for being generic, repetitive, and occasionally mismatched with the mood. Sound effects are noted to enhance immersion, but the overall consensus suggests that while the music is pleasant, it lacks uniqueness and can be overwhelming at times.
- “The design, the art, and the music are all wonderful.”
- “+ soundwork - amazing OST, seriously 10/10, classic background music that perfectly fits the book's mood.”
- “I could see this story of Alice in Wonderland appealing to a broader audience, due to its style etc. and the music can be quite soothing.”
- “Royalty-free classical music (which I eventually muted) and simple sound effects scripted to particular words in the text make this work fine.”
- “The music also tends to repeat a lot and switch between tracks a little too much, making listening to the music a bit hard.”
- “The music is just as generic, and that leaves the entirety of it rather unremarkable.”
graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the visual novel receive mixed reviews, with some praising the unique anime-inspired style and animated backgrounds that add liveliness to the experience, while others criticize the awkwardness and inconsistency in how the visuals align with the original story. Although the artwork is considered cute and appealing by some, it is also noted that it detracts from the narrative, making it feel less cohesive. Overall, while the visuals have their merits, they may not justify the purchase for those familiar with the original text.
- “I actually really enjoyed reading this and observing the artwork.”
- “Good VN, good artwork, classic story.”
- “Visuals - very special anime-style, not without flaws, but it makes the novel lively, oh and the backgrounds are animated!”
- “The visual novel was rather boring and didn't feel like it added much to the story of Alice in Wonderland with its visuals.”
- “A mixture where the artwork is just a loose adaptation while the script is not adjusted looks very artificial.”
- “It just looks weird, awkward and makes it a bit hard to appreciate the artwork.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as quirky and brief, with some users finding it cute but ultimately lacking depth, leading to concerns about its value for the price. With a maximum playtime of about an hour, many feel it does not justify the cost, resulting in mixed reviews and a mediocre rating of 5/10.
- “The gameplay is unique and offers a fresh experience, blending artistry with engaging mechanics.”
- “The game provides a charming yet unconventional experience that may not appeal to everyone.”
- “While the gameplay may be brief, it showcases a significant amount of skill and creativity.”
- “Was a little odd to me... cute, but odd. I was given a key for this game from the developer, but I am not sure if it is worth $5.00. While I understand the artistry etc. would have taken a lot of time and absolute skill, I think an hour (max) of gameplay can't be justified with the price tag.”
- “Gameplay: 5/10”
- “+Gameplay - nothing to tell about the book; I can't imagine the person that never read or at least heard about it.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game is perceived as exploitative, with players feeling it prioritizes profit over quality, leading to a sentiment that it is merely a cash grab.
- “This game just felt like an easy cash grab.”
- “The monetization system is overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I was constantly bombarded with prompts to spend money, which ruined my immersion.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the visual novel is perceived as lacking depth, with some users feeling that the art and writing do not fully support the characters. However, despite minor criticisms regarding character designs, the overall experience is still considered impressive and engaging.
- “I guess my only con for this amazing visual novel are a few character designs, but that is really minor and unimportant; overall, I am astounded!”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the TyranoBuilder engine suffers from significant stability issues, with multiple complaints highlighting its buggy performance.
- “I have a few complaints though: the TyranoBuilder engine is quite buggy.”
- “It's very buggy.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is rated moderately, with a score of 7/10, indicating that while there are enjoyable elements that encourage players to return, it may not offer enough variety or incentives to keep them engaged long-term.