Chasing Tails: A Promise in the Snow
- August 13, 2021
- Nupu Neko Dev
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"Chasing Tails: A Promise in the Snow" is a narrative-driven game where players uncover the story of a small town haunted by a mysterious creature. As the new police chief, players must investigate and resolve the supernatural events while balancing the needs and concerns of the townsfolk. The game features a rich, atmospheric world with multiple endings based on the player's decisions and actions.
Reviews
- Charming and heartwarming story with engaging characters.
- Beautiful artwork and sound design that enhance the overall experience.
- Multiple endings and choices provide replay value and keep the gameplay interesting.
- The game is quite short, with some players wishing for more content and character development.
- Some players found the horror elements to be underwhelming or poorly integrated into the story.
- Limited NSFW content and some scenes felt tacked on rather than integral to the plot.
- story214 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The story of "Chasing Tails: A Promise in the Snow" is described as a short yet heartwarming narrative that blends elements of romance, humor, and light horror, often featuring cute characters and engaging artwork. While many players enjoyed the charming and wholesome aspects of the story, some felt it was rushed and lacked depth, with a few noting that the adult content sometimes detracted from the overall narrative experience. Overall, the game is recommended for those seeking a quick, enjoyable visual novel with multiple endings, though it may not satisfy players looking for a complex plot.
“The story is short, but it is nicely paced and the writing is fine.”
“The story was extremely adorable and very well polished!”
“Chasing Tails is rather a pleasant, mostly humorous and cute little story about a city girl with some 'baggage' starting her new life in the sticks and encountering not quite what she was afraid of, although there are definitely some scary things to find… or to be found by.”
“The game is way too short and the story is terrible.”
“Nothing ever amounted to anything, not the characters, not the lore (yes it had lore); even the horror plot kinda fizzles out into nothing.”
“The story could have been a real banger with just a little more fleshing out.”
- graphics48 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Chasing Tails ~a promise in the snow~" are widely praised for their beautiful and vibrant art style, with many reviewers highlighting the high-quality artwork and charming visuals that enhance the overall experience. The game features detailed illustrations and effective sound design, contributing to its appeal as a visual novel. While some users noted the limited adult content, the overall presentation remains engaging and visually impressive.
“The artwork is really good and the h-scenes are pretty erotic, though few in number.”
“Your graphics are a delightful blend of charm and whimsy, each scene a beautifully crafted piece of art.”
“The game has a crisp and beautiful art style.”
“I won't go too much into the story because I think it's worth going through, but there were a few moments where I was genuinely unsettled by the visuals, which is not what I was expecting at all from a yuri romance story.”
“Description of them is great, but there are only a few worthy scenes with not much artwork nor animation.”
“Ok artwork, but barely an adult visual novel honestly.”
- humor33 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many players finding the dialogue and character interactions genuinely funny and enjoyable. While some reviews note that the humor can be overly abundant or basic at times, the overall consensus is that it effectively complements the narrative, making for a lighthearted and entertaining experience. The blend of humor with romance and horror elements adds to the game's charm, particularly in the interactions between the main characters.
“It's unnecessarily funny with a good story and characters.”
“The pacing is just right, the endings all have satisfying payoffs and build up, and it's just very funny watching three gay idiot girls interact.”
“The chemistry between characters is cute and hilarious as well.”
- music29 mentions
- 66 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as pleasant and fitting, enhancing the overall experience without being exceptional. While some reviewers noted the soundtrack as generic, others praised it for its ability to complement the game's atmosphere and emotional depth. Overall, the music and sound effects are well-produced, contributing positively to the visual novel's appeal.
“The mesmerizing soundtrack perfectly complements the game's atmosphere.”
“The music enhances the emotional depth and makes the overall experience even more engaging.”
“The art is great, the music is fitting, and the writing is both snappy and fun.”
“The music is rather generic, but at least it fits what is happening on screen.”
“Still playing but on the TV part where some girl got stuck, I noticed they played the Final Fantasy music. I thought it was my ringtone for a second.”
“The music was just like 'Lucy Got Problems' in the sense that all the sound effects and music fit just right.”
- emotional21 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of "Chasing Tails ~A Promise in the Snow~" is highlighted by its heartwarming and enchanting storyline, which resonates deeply with players, often evoking tears and smiles throughout the experience. Despite some pacing issues and limited interactivity, the game successfully combines wholesome moments with impactful emotional depth, making it a memorable visual novel that captivates and engages its audience. Overall, it is praised for its ability to blend humor, touching narratives, and even horror elements, creating a unique emotional journey.
“The story was so impactful I cried for my descendants.”
“I really love this story; it's so wholesome it made me smile the entire time playing. 10/10.”
“I originally got the game because of the 18+ version, but the story legitimately got me to cry because I loved it. 10/10, would cry again.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as a captivating visual novel experience that combines exploration and interaction, enhanced by a compelling story and appealing visuals. While it offers a "choose your own adventure" style with meaningful choices, some players feel it could benefit from additional features. However, occasional technical issues and bugs can disrupt the overall experience.
“Your gameplay is a soothing rhythm of exploration and interaction.”
“In terms of gameplay, it's more of a 'choose your own adventure' type of visual novel (where choices matter for reasons beyond immediate dialogue) than a linear kinetic novel - although it is more linear than others of that description.”
“A very sweet and simple gameplay.”
“Though, the visual novel part could get more features to help the gameplay.”
“Occasional technical issues and bugs can disrupt the gameplay.”
“In terms of gameplay, it's more of a 'choose your own adventure' type of visual novel than a linear kinetic novel - although it is more linear than others of that description.”
- atmosphere9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is a unique blend of cozy warmth and unsettling horror, transitioning seamlessly between cute, peaceful moments and tense, dangerous scenarios. While the soundtrack enhances the experience, some players feel the horror elements lack sufficient buildup. Overall, it creates a captivating environment that appeals to fans of both the yuri genre and horror.
“Really good small game, it is marked as 'horror' but actually this game isn't scary; it has a warm atmosphere and a very cute story. I really enjoyed it, so if you like the yuri genre or just want to play a small cute visual novel, this game is for you.”
“Pleasant soundtrack, and a nice blend of creepy and cute atmosphere.”
“The horror aspect is welcome but a bit token; it doesn't have the right atmosphere or buildup to land particularly well.”
“The game can literally go from a silly moment to a lovey-dovey or lewd atmosphere and then to horror in a second, so be prepared.”
“You will be forced into a cozy, warm atmosphere first, then put into a nightmare of a lonely girl and her suburb near the cold forest, sometimes putting the main heroine into imminent danger, where your action decides her life.”
- character development7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is noted for its charm and expressiveness, particularly through the cute, chibi-like designs that enhance the overall experience. While some players appreciate the standout character arcs, they also feel that the storyline is rushed, limiting the depth of relationships and character growth. Overall, the character design is well-received, but there is a consensus that more time could have been devoted to fully developing the characters and their interactions.
“The detailed and expressive character designs, along with the stunning snowy landscapes, create an immersive and visually captivating experience.”
“A pretty good short story, with standout character development and music.”
“I love how she opens up more and more and shows so much character development.”
“On the one hand, I agree that it's too short to give Kumi any time for the character development she deserves or to build an actual relationship with June.”
“The character development feels rushed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
“There is a noticeable absence of meaningful character arcs, leaving the characters feeling one-dimensional.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers notable replayability due to its multiple endings and a variety of choices that can lead to different outcomes, encouraging players to explore different paths. Additionally, the challenge of obtaining all achievements and the inclusion of free DLC content further enhance the incentive to replay.
“It has some replay value if you want to get all the achievements (it's kind of tricky) or if you want to see where specific choices lead you.”
“There are multiple endings as well, so it gives the game a good amount of replay value.”
“It has some replay value if you want to get all the achievements (it's kind of tricky?) or if you want to see where specific choices lead you.”
“Definitely some replayability if you go without a guide, as there are lots of choices to make, and the free R-18 DLC adds some pretty great content to boot.”
“There are multiple endings as well, so it gives the game somewhat of a replay value.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a mixed sentiment towards monetization in games, with some users expressing discomfort about the prevalence of sexual content in advertisements and its integration into gaming experiences.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring an unrealistic amount of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
