Crystal City
- June 9, 2017
- 7DOTS
- 4h median play time
"Crystal City" is a single-player erotic adventure game with an interesting plot, good graphics, stellar music, and plenty of humor. Players control a young and intelligent character who, after discovering that sex teleports them to other worlds, must navigate various erotic encounters and challenges. This unique gameplay mechanic adds a fantastical twist to the coming-of-age story. The game features mature content and is intended for adult audiences.
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Reviews
- The game features a surprisingly fun and entertaining story with a unique sci-fi concept.
- The art and graphics are well-done, and the characters are engaging, particularly the AI girl.
- The humor and funny dialogue throughout the game add to the overall enjoyment.
- The story is short and feels rushed, with many logical inconsistencies and a lack of character development.
- The English translation is poor, with numerous spelling and grammatical errors that detract from the experience.
- There are no meaningful choices or branching paths, making it feel more like a kinetic novel than a traditional visual novel.
- story183 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its potential but criticizing its execution. Common complaints include a lack of depth and coherence, with several reviewers pointing out logical inconsistencies, abrupt transitions, and an overall rushed feel. While some found the narrative engaging and unique, others felt it was too short and poorly edited, leading to an underwhelming experience that often detracted from the game's artistic elements.
“I found the story to be engaging, the characters interesting, and the art to be pretty good.”
“Beautiful art, nice soundtrack, and an unordinary storyline which leaves you thinking.”
“The story keeps drawing you in and surprising you at the turns it makes.”
“Feels like some parts of the text have been cut out, leading to illogical points that are difficult to connect to the previous parts of the story.”
“The story is too short to develop the characters and plot thoroughly.”
“The story behind Crystal City is muddled and messy, with a lot of jumping between scenes and explanations that end up making little sense.”
- music41 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its quality and fittingness, with many reviewers highlighting the impressive soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. While some noted that the soundtrack may lose its impact over time, the majority found it to be a standout feature, complementing the art and storyline effectively. Overall, the music is described as beautiful, enjoyable, and a significant aspect of the game's appeal.
“Beautiful art, nice soundtrack, and an unordinary storyline which leaves you thinking.”
“The music was wonderful and the artwork great.”
“The music is pleasant and fits the story theme well.”
“Unfortunately, the soundtrack became weaker the longer it went on.”
“Soundtrack: passable”
“Music is a little dull but ok.”
- humor23 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, featuring funny dialogue, original sci-fi concepts, and references to Russian culture that resonate with players. While some find the comedic elements to be hit-or-miss, with occasional dull moments, the overall tone is light-hearted and enjoyable, contributing to a charming narrative. The balance of humor and heart, along with a likable protagonist, enhances the experience, making it a recommended title for those who appreciate a blend of comedy and storytelling.
“On one hand, it has both funny dialogue and fairly original sci-fi concepts.”
“Crystal City has an amazing futuristic story with a quite funny main character as our narrator.”
“I really love this game's sense of humor.”
- graphics19 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the unique art style and decent quality, often rating it around 7/10. However, some users note that the graphics could have been improved and mention that certain elements appear unfinished. Overall, while the artwork is generally well-received, it is often overshadowed by criticisms of the game's brevity and narrative issues.
“I, personally, think the art style and BGM is fantastic.”
“Pretty, unique art style.”
“The graphics and art are very good, 7/10 when compared to other games of the type.”
“The only bad things I have to say is that the graphics could have been better and that the story is only 3-4 hours long.”
“- many graphics in the game look like they were unfinished.”
“Art style is solid, but there wasn't enough of it.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the visual novel is primarily linear, focusing on reading the story, but the inclusion of two mini-games adds some variety and engagement. While some players appreciate these mechanics as a fun addition, others feel they serve more as fan service than meaningful enhancements to the narrative. Overall, the gameplay is rated 8/10.
“It's nice to see a visual novel with a few added mechanics.”
“Gameplay/story gets an 8/10.”
“The addition of the two mini-games adds some zest to the otherwise linear gameplay, which is basically reading the novel from start to finish.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users generally find that the game lacks replayability, with many noting that visual novels often struggle to balance quality and replay value. Overall, the consensus is that there are minimal options for replaying the game, leading to a perception of low replay value.
“No real options or replayability.”
“Visual novels usually have a significant problem balancing quality, replayability, and concrete cost.”
“No replay value.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is surprisingly engaging, with a well-crafted story and quality visuals that defy initial expectations. While some users feel it may not stand out among the best in its genre, it still offers a compelling narrative experience.
“I would say that there are better novels than this one. It's like a novice says: 'Well, let's try to draw,' and a simpleton comes to him running, 'Let me write a boring story so that we can make a novel out of it,' and here we are.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while the art and character design are satisfactory, the character development is lacking, particularly given the game's short length of three hours. Players express disappointment in the brief and unengaging sex scenes, suggesting that more depth in character development could enhance the overall experience.
“It sure could use more character development because they make this literally 3 hours long.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate that the grinding aspect of the game allows for multitasking, enabling them to engage in farming activities in other games simultaneously.
“The good thing is, I can play this game while grinding in another game.”
