Burning Secrets - A Bara Visual Novel
- May 8, 2023
- Male Doll
- 2h median play time
"Burning Secrets - A Bara Visual Novel" is a gay-themed game with a choice system and multiple endings, including a polyamorous one. After Diego's departure, Fin and Zafir continue their lives in Burning Horns until Zafir goes missing. Luxus joins Fin on a rescue mission, with the possibility of the player romantically pursuing either character. No prior knowledge of "Burning Horns: A Bara Isekai JRPG" is necessary to enjoy this story. The game features around 1-2 hours of gameplay, Steam achievements, and a game gallery.
Reviews
- The game features well-drawn characters and interesting dialogues, making it amusing and enjoyable.
- It offers different endings and achievements, adding replay value and a sense of accomplishment.
- The theme of male friendship is portrayed positively, showcasing characters who are confident and comfortable with their bodies.
- The gameplay is very short, with many players finishing all routes in under an hour, which feels disappointing.
- The NSFW content is lacking, with only one sex scene and no explicit content in the poly-amorous route, which frustrates players expecting more.
- The story is described as bland, failing to engage players in a meaningful way.
- story1 mentions
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The story is criticized for being extremely bland, particularly for a visual novel, leaving players questioning the appeal of the safe-for-work version, while the adult content is noted as a significant letdown.
“The story was extremely bland for a visual novel, making it hard to understand why someone would want to play the SFW version. The NSFW sexual content turned out to be the biggest disappointment.”
- graphics1 mentions
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The graphics are praised for their appealing character designs, particularly highlighting the attractive bara artwork that resonates with fans of the genre.