Caffeine: Victoria's Legacy

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In "Caffeine: Victoria's Legacy" , Taka embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about his missing mother, leading him to a steampunk Victorian city where coffee is king and baristas are knights. This choice-rich visual novel offers over 25 hours of story-driven gameplay with four romanceable characters and the opportunity to discover Taka's family secrets and his own past.

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

story13 positive mentions

The game features exceptional world-building and rich lore, immersing players in a captivating steampunk Victorian setting centered around coffee.
Characters are well-developed and charismatic, with engaging story arcs that include humor and emotional depth, making for a memorable experience.
The soundtrack and art style are praised for their quality, enhancing the overall atmosphere and enjoyment of the game.

Certain story elements and character arcs feel underdeveloped, leading to predictability and a lack of impact in key moments.
The game suffers from technical issues, such as animation bugs and mixed-quality voice acting, which can detract from the experience.
Some players find the abundance of coffee-related trivia excessive, making it less enjoyable for those not interested in coffee culture.

story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players praising its captivating narrative and rich world-building, while others criticize it for relying on overused anime tropes and underdeveloped plot points. Despite these criticisms, many find the unique setting and character arcs engaging, particularly in the context of a steampunk Victorian world centered around coffee. Overall, the story is seen as enjoyable and well-crafted, appealing to fans of visual novels, though some technical issues and a lack of full voice acting detract from the experience.
- “The game strikes a perfect balance in its storylines, offering a narrative that is both smooth and captivating.”
- “And yet, the more I played, the more I was dragged along for the ride, and the more I realized that there was an immense amount of care and attention poured into not just the story and characters, but the setting and lore, too.”
- “The story is very rich for choices and the future of Taka is up to you - you can choose the way your hero uncovers the secrets of Taka's family and define his future love.”
- “The storyline involving the search for Taka's mother is somewhat underdeveloped, making the reunion scene less impactful than it could be.”
- “Secondly, I don't think it's worth it for the story because it has been told a million times before but better.”
- “The story arcs are ridden with frivolous anime tropes that the industry regurgitates on a regular basis, to the point that I knew what would have happened way before the game told me.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its ability to enhance the atmosphere and fit various scenes, from pastoral moments to energetic duels. While some found the soundtrack memorable and lovely, others felt it was decent but not particularly standout. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's experience, despite some minor issues with animation and voice synchronization.
- “When I heard the opening song of this visual novel, I knew I was going to be in for a treat.”
- “I loved the soundtrack of this visual novel, and the art was fantastic.”
- “The music is also very fitting; there's fantasy-esque music for the more pastoral segments of the story, and there's rock music for coffee duels like the one you see in the prologue.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are highly praised for their impressive art style and overall presentation, featuring animated characters that move and are fully voiced during interactions.
- “The art style and general presentation are impressive.”
- “The art style is amazing; the characters move while talking and are also voiced.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The visual novel is praised for its impactful emotional moments, with writing that effectively evokes empathy for the main character, particularly during sad scenes. Reviewers note that it stands out in the genre for its ability to genuinely move players.
- “This visual novel has a lot of powerful emotional moments, and there aren't many visual novels that have made me feel moved in such a profound way before.”
- “The writing, especially during the sad moments of the game, really made me empathize with the main character in ways I didn't expect.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game, especially the clever coffee puns, is widely appreciated and adds a charming element to the overall experience.
- “The humor, particularly the coffee puns, adds a delightful touch.”
- “The witty dialogue and clever jokes kept me laughing throughout the game.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor in unexpected ways, making every interaction enjoyable.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its high replayability, offering players extensive content and addictive gameplay that can provide hours of enjoyment. Many users consider it an underrated gem with significant value for repeated playthroughs.
- “This game is very underrated, offering tons of replay value and an addictive experience that provides hours upon hours of enjoyment.”
- “The replayability is incredible, with multiple paths and choices that keep the game fresh every time you play.”
- “I find myself coming back to this game repeatedly; each playthrough feels unique and engaging.”