Code Romantic

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"Code Romantic" is a post-apocalyptic visual novel that combines a love story with coding education. As Mina Lovelace, you'll teach bright students to hack a robot army and navigate political intrigue, all while learning C# and computer science concepts through puzzles and riddles. With 14 chapters, 50 puzzles, and stunning artwork, this game offers an immersive and engaging experience for visual novel and problem-solving enthusiasts. No programming experience necessary.

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Single-Player

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 45 reviews

story23 positive mentions

character development3 negative mentions

The game offers a charming storyline with engaging characters and a cute romance, set against a unique post-apocalyptic backdrop.
It serves as a great introduction to programming concepts, making coding accessible and enjoyable for beginners through its multiple-choice puzzle format.
The art style and music are delightful, enhancing the overall experience and immersing players in the game's world.

The coding puzzles may feel too simplistic for experienced programmers, lacking the challenge that some players might expect.
The game ends on a cliffhanger, leaving many plot threads unresolved and potentially frustrating players who seek closure.
Some characters are perceived as stereotypical and underdeveloped, which may detract from the overall depth of the story.

story
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
65%
4%
The game's story is a charming blend of post-apocalyptic themes, romance, and coding challenges, engaging players with well-developed characters and a cute narrative. While many reviewers appreciated the pacing and emotional depth, some noted that the story ends on a cliffhanger, leaving significant plot threads unresolved. Overall, it successfully intertwines educational elements with an entertaining storyline, making it appealing for both coding novices and fans of visual novels.
- “Charming story that had me very engaged.”
- “The story and characters had me swooning, smiling, laughing, and gasping like I was a teenager again with a mission, a crush, and a bunch of friends and foes.”
- “The world-building within this story was beautiful and deep.”
- “Unfortunately, it's also very short, and ends without resolving any of the big plot threads.”
- “The story is left with a cliffhanger.”
- “I didn't realize it, but I was prepared by previous experiences for there to be a somewhat solid logic problem element, and then a story that was written around the puzzles that, in the end, I probably could have done without.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
15%
14%
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and contribution to the overall experience, with standout tracks like Jackie's theme receiving particular acclaim. However, some players noted that the limited number of songs can lead to repetition, as they felt the soundtrack looped too frequently. Overall, the music complements the game's art and story well, enhancing the enjoyment for many players.
- “The story was fun and kept my interest, the coding problems were challenging enough and the artwork and soundtrack were great.”
- “Great music, great art, great story, and great characters!”
- “I love the soundtrack, especially Jackie's theme.”
- “I also would have liked more than what felt like 5 songs that looped throughout the game, as they get old fairly fast.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The graphics of the game are characterized by beautiful, animated watercolor artwork that complements the story well, with a unique animation style that some players find appealing. However, others feel that the simplistic design detracts from the overall experience, likening it to a 1980s British cartoon and suggesting it may be overly minimalistic for some tastes.
- “The story was fun and kept my interest; the coding problems were challenging enough, and the artwork and soundtrack were great.”
- “It has a cool artwork and animation style that works really well with the story.”
- “The store page for this game describes the graphics as 'beautiful, animated watercolor artwork.'”
- “The graphics – whilst they are indeed animated to some degree and this does help somewhat – feel excessively simplistic and, if anything, detract from the scene being set by the plot.”
- “They very much reminded me of a 1980s British cartoon called Roobarb and Custard, which took graphical minimalism to an extreme.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its imaginative characters and witty dialogue, which consistently elicit laughter from players. The well-written story and engaging interactions create a nostalgic and enjoyable experience, making players feel a mix of emotions reminiscent of their teenage years. Overall, the game's humor is a standout feature that enhances its charm and appeal.
- “Lots of imaginative characters and witty moments that made me laugh.”
- “The story part of this game is great: the dialogue is funny and the characters are well written.”
- “The story and characters had me swooning, smiling, laughing and gasping like I was a teenager again with a mission, a crush, and a bunch of friends and foes.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its earnest and wholesome storytelling, effectively delivering emotional moments that resonate deeply with players, often eliciting tears. Many reviewers express a strong emotional connection to the narrative, eagerly anticipating a sequel.
- “It's earnest and wholesome, and I'm looking forward to a sequel!”
- “It does not shy away from dishing out emotional blows either.”
- “This game actually made me cry a couple of times.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
Character development is praised for its natural and smooth progression, allowing players to gain deep insights into the main character's thoughts and personality early in the game. Additionally, the character design is noted as a standout feature, with potential for a clothing line inspired by each character's unique style.
- “You learn tons about the main character through the first half of gameplay just by seeing how she talks and thinks; the character development is natural and smooth.”
- “The credits say she did the character design, and I'm ready for her to create a line of clothing based on each character's unique style.”
- “The character development feels rushed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “I expected more growth from the characters, but they remain static throughout the game.”
- “The backstories are underdeveloped, leaving me wanting more context and emotional investment in the characters.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay offers a welcoming and non-intimidating environment for beginners to learn programming, making it an ideal starting point for those new to the subject.
- “The gameplay of learning to program is perfect for getting your feet wet in a non-intimidating environment.”

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