Bunka no Kenkyuu: Revival of Queen Leyak

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"Bunka no Kenkyuu: Revival of Queen Leyak" is a thrilling supernatural visual novel taking place in Bali. Join Tetsuo and the Culture Research Club as they uncover an ancient curse and search for Queen Leyak's Necronomicon. With multiple endings, players can build relationships with characters like Ida Ayu and Kyoko Nakamura, revealing hidden secrets along the way. The game is released in three acts, with subsequent acts available as free updates.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Bunka no Kenkyuu: Revival of Queen Leyak screenshot

43%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

story6 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The first act shows potential with an interesting story and unique cultural elements, particularly Indonesian folklore.
The character design and artwork are generally well-received, with good-looking sprites and enjoyable character interactions.
The game features nice background music that enhances the overall experience.

Act 2 is plagued with bugs and crashes, making it difficult to play, and the developers have been unresponsive and seemingly abandoned the project.
The writing quality deteriorates significantly in the second act, with many grammatical errors and a rushed plot.
The game ends on a cliffhanger without a resolution, leaving players frustrated due to the lack of promised content.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
27%
The story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its unique cultural elements and engaging artwork, while others criticize the pacing and character development as rushed. Players express hope for a satisfying narrative as it unfolds, noting that the initial build-up is promising and feels organic. Overall, the story's potential is recognized, but improvements in pacing and depth are desired.
- “The story and artwork are both quite good, and the culture and folklore presented in the story are unique and interesting.”
- “It does give me a good impression and hope that the rest of the story will be very satisfying.”
- “If only the plot wasn't rushed; if the developers managed the pacing better and took time to develop the characters, and actually tried to make a proper investigative story.”
- “As I stated before, I have yet to fully watch the story unfold as it is being released in sections, but from what I could gather, it does a good amount of build-up.”
- “It doesn't feel like they were necessarily 'railroaded' into the plot and came of their own will or due to their personalities.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics are generally considered inoffensive, with commendable artwork that enhances the unique story and cultural elements. Reviewers appreciate the visual quality, rating it around 8/10, and note that it contributes positively to the overall experience.
- “The story and artwork are both quite good, and the culture and folklore presented in the story are unique and interesting.”
- “The artwork is rated 8/10.”
- “The graphics are visually appealing and contribute positively to the overall experience.”
- “The most complimentary thing I can say is that the graphics are inoffensive.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is severely compromised, with users reporting that Act 2 is riddled with bugs and the developers have been absent for years, leaving the game seemingly abandoned and incomplete, with only two of the promised three acts released.
- “The developers have been MIA for several years, and Act 2 is a buggy mess.”
- “It looks like this game is abandoned with only two of its promised three acts finished, and Act II is buggy at best.”
- “Edit (16.02.2020): The game is abandoned and its developers are MIA, so it's forever stuck with a buggy Act 2 and no Act 3.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the quality of the background music and considering it a strong aspect of the overall experience. Additionally, the inclusion of two free DLC acts adds value to the game.
- “Overall, it's a fairly good game with great music behind it. It also comes with 2 free DLC acts, which is not bad and definitely worth picking up.”
- “The background music is nice.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The audio quality is poor, and the sound effects clash with the music, creating a jarring experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers praise the game for its great character design, highlighting that the visual aesthetics contribute positively to the overall character development experience. However, further details on the depth of character arcs and growth are not mentioned, suggesting a focus on appearance over narrative progression.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
- “The backstories and personal growth of the characters add layers to the narrative, making every decision feel impactful.”