Carpe Diem: Reboot
- September 29, 2017
- Moonlit Works
Get on SteamCarpe Diem: Reboot is a narrative-driven adventure game that allows players to explore the memories and relationships of a dying man. Through point-and-click exploration and puzzle-solving, players uncover the secrets of the protagonist's past and learn about the people who influenced his life. The game's themes revolve around mortality, memory, and human connection.
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Reviews
- The voice acting and art are standout features, enhancing the overall experience of the visual novel.
- The story expands on the original game in a satisfying way, introducing new characters and deeper themes.
- Both endings are impactful, leaving players with strong emotional responses and a desire for a sequel.
- The protagonist is often described as boring and unlikable, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- The writing contains numerous errors and inconsistencies, which can break immersion and hinder the storytelling.
- Many players feel that the plot twists are over-the-top and unrealistic, leading to a lack of suspension of disbelief.
- story132 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its depth, engaging character evolution, and excellent voice acting, while others criticize it for being over-the-top and featuring a poorly developed protagonist. Some players found the plot twists intriguing but felt that certain elements were unbelievable or unnecessary, detracting from the overall experience. Despite its flaws, many reviewers expressed a strong emotional connection to the narrative and a desire for potential sequels.
“The story is good, the evolution of characters new and old is very engaging.”
“Great voice acting, amazing visuals, splendid story.”
“This series is awesome and the storyline, as simple as it is, is really enjoyable and gripping.”
“I won't spoil anything, but the story has plot twists that make little sense and several elements that are just too unbelievable despite considerable suspension of disbelief.”
“Sadly, my opinion is that the main force behind a visual novel should be the story behind it, and this story here was pretty poorly written.”
“Instead of continuing with the direction of the first visual novel, the author decided to add all the possible plot lines from all possible animes, mix it with a shallow cliché anti-social protagonist, sprinkled with random irrelevant characters and laughable variety.”
- emotional18 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is described as a profound journey that evokes a wide range of feelings, from nostalgia and warmth to devastation and confusion. Players report experiencing significant emotional highs and lows, particularly through the impactful storytelling and character development, with some even moved to tears. The contrasting endings leave a lasting impression, with one described as cruel and jarring, ultimately transforming the protagonist in a way that feels both tragic and thought-provoking.
“It made me go on a roller-coaster ride (which is to say, an emotional trip), especially both endings, leaving me more devastated than sad, to put lightly.”
“Along the way of learning what it is to be 'human', the AI meets people from all walks of life and becomes the bridge for interaction both philosophical and emotional.”
“It even made me cry, twice.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics have received positive feedback, with many users praising the beautiful visuals and art styles. Comparisons to the previous installment highlight a significant improvement in graphical quality, complemented by strong voice acting and an engaging story. Overall, the visuals contribute to a compelling gaming experience.
“Great voice acting, amazing visuals, splendid story.”
“Beautiful visuals, amazing voice and graphics, nice music.”
“The graphics are remarkably better than those of the first visual novel, and the voice actors were pretty good.”
“The graphics are all right.”
“I also liked the art styles.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in "Carpe Diem Reboot" is generally well-received, with players noting that it is well-timed to the story and complements the beautiful visuals and strong voice acting. While some describe the soundtrack as decent, it contributes positively to the overall experience.
“For the most part, I really did enjoy Carpe Diem Reboot. I thought the art was well done, the voice acting was top notch, and the music was pretty well timed to what was going on in the story.”
“Beautiful visuals, amazing voice and graphics, nice music.”
“Soundtrack: decent”
“The soundtrack is decent, but it lacks variety and fails to create an engaging atmosphere.”
“While the music is decent, it quickly becomes repetitive and doesn't enhance the gameplay experience.”
“The soundtrack is decent, yet it feels uninspired and doesn't leave a lasting impression.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is highlighted by its charming and appealing character designs, which contribute to an overall engaging aesthetic.
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is enjoyable and well-suited for a casual visual novel experience, though many users find the endings to be unsatisfying.
“The gameplay is nice for a casual visual novel experience.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users consistently feel that the atmosphere is well-suited and enhances the overall experience of the game.
