Courage for a Kiss

About

"Courage for a Kiss" is a romantic visual novel featuring a high school student, Ryan, and his journey in a writing and acting contest with his classmate, Evelyn. They meet Stella, Amelia, and Jennifer, and together, they prepare for the national contest while developing relationships. With choices that affect the school play and relationships, four distinct stories, and partially animated scenes, this game offers a calming and cute experience with at least 2-5 hours of content.

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Play Modes

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

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Courage for a Kiss offers a cute and lighthearted story with enjoyable characters and multiple romance routes.
The game features a unique premise involving a school play that evolves based on player choices, adding an engaging layer to the narrative.
Despite its short length, the writing is well-crafted, with moments of humor and emotional depth that resonate with players.

The game suffers from grammatical errors and typos that can detract from the overall experience.
Some characters feel underdeveloped or clichéd, leading to a lack of depth in certain romance routes.
The art style, while improving, still appears amateurish and may not meet the expectations of players looking for high-quality visuals.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is a straightforward and lighthearted romance visual novel that features cliché characters and a simple plot, making it a quick and easy read. While it starts off charmingly, it tends to lose momentum as it progresses, though it offers some replayability through different romantic routes. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a casual, slice-of-life experience with cute elements.
- “If you are looking for a cute story with cute girls and a narrative that is a quick read, please consider getting this visual novel.”
- “Storywise, it’s clearly a romance novel as you’ll have choices that determine your date.”
- “What definitely improved, however, is the execution – the pacing of the story is very consistent and it doesn't feel rushed despite frequent time skips.”
- “The story started off cutely but it turned dull rather quickly.”
- “Like the previous ones, it's a very simple high school romance story, spiced up by a few unusual gimmicks, but at its core very tame and by-the-numbers.”
- “The story is very simple and delivers exactly what it's supposed to be: a simple and lightwave slice of life novel.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by dynamic animations and emotional expressions that enhance the experience, complemented by a varied soundtrack that shifts between relaxing and energetic tones. As a medium-short visual novel, it offers around 5 hours of gameplay, with multiple endings and romantic routes that can extend playtime for achievement hunters.
- “One of the most impressive features regarding renders is perhaps how they are animated with emotional expressions alongside the gameplay, giving them a more dynamic presence.”
- “The soundtrack presented in the game is a mix between relaxing guitar chords for routine gameplay with instances of electronic/pop waves that characterize special moments and events.”
- “Although it features several endings and different romantic routes, it’s a medium-short visual novel with up to 5 gameplay hours, that can be extended when achievement hunting.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's soundtrack features a blend of relaxing guitar chords for regular gameplay, complemented by electronic and pop elements during special moments. While the music is generally enjoyable and well-conceived, some players find it occasionally overwhelming and distracting rather than subtly enhancing the experience.
- “The soundtrack presented in the game is a mix of relaxing guitar chords for routine gameplay, with instances of electronic/pop waves that characterize special moments and events.”
- “The concept is good and it’s fun to read; the music is also good.”
- “Music is fun, although sometimes a bit overwhelming, distracting you rather than staying in the background.”
- “The soundtrack presented in the game is a mix between relaxing guitar chords for routine gameplay with instances of electronic/pop waves that characterize special moments and events.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during longer play sessions.”
- “While the game attempts to create an atmosphere with its music, it often falls flat, failing to enhance the overall experience.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its dynamic character animations that convey feelings effectively during gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. While the writing is described as cute and the overall tone wholesome, some users feel it lacks standout elements.
- “One of the most impressive features regarding the renders is perhaps how they are animated with emotional expressions alongside the gameplay, giving them a more dynamic presence.”
- “The writing was really cute, and the entire experience felt genuinely wholesome.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization aspect of the game involves balancing performance success with managing the emotional challenges faced by the four female students, suggesting a need for players to effectively navigate both gameplay mechanics and character dynamics.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers a short romance story that provides some level of replayability, making it a suitable choice for players seeking a brief yet engaging experience.
- “I would recommend this game for someone who wants a short romance story with some replayability.”
- “The game lacks significant choices that would encourage multiple playthroughs.”
- “Once you've completed the story, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted as a standout feature, with several funny lines that enhance the writing. However, some users note that the translation may not fully capture the intended comedic effect.
- “The writing is probably my favorite part, and there are also a few funny lines sprinkled throughout.”
- “The humor in this game is spot-on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the clever jokes and witty dialogue.”