Da Capo 3 R
- January 20, 2017
- Circus
Get on SteamIn "Da Capo 3 R", Kiyotaka Katsuragi and his sister Himeno are studying magic at the Royal London Magic Academy, an underground city composed of floating islands. Surrounded by fellow students from around the world, they experience ordinary days filled with camaraderie and learning. However, this tale of encounters and farewells explores the beginning of a story that transcends dreams.
Reviews
- The story is well-presented, with a good balance of comedy and serious scenes, making it enjoyable to read.
- Character development is strong, especially for side characters, which adds depth to the overall narrative.
- The game offers a lot of content, with multiple routes and side stories that enhance the experience and provide a satisfying conclusion.
- The prologue is excessively long and feels disconnected from the main story, which can be frustrating for players.
- Some routes feel rushed, particularly towards the climax, leading to a lack of emotional impact.
- The game can be overly lengthy, with repetitive elements that may cause pacing issues and lead to player fatigue.
- story60 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 72 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The story is a complex blend of romance and science fiction, featuring a mix of engaging plot twists and lengthy slice-of-life segments that can disrupt pacing. While some routes are criticized for being weak or repetitive, the overall narrative is praised for its depth and character development, particularly in the true route and side stories. Despite its length and occasional cliches, many players find the story captivating and well-presented, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.
“The story was no less than fascinating, brilliantly intertwining romance with science fiction.”
“The mystery thriller aspect of the story is enjoyable, especially the story of the 'culprit' and the true route, which are quite well done.”
“The story got far more great than I've expected; it didn't look like what it seemed when I first read it, so anyone who hasn't read this visual novel yet... prepare yourself to be shocked by the development of the story.”
“The prologue chapter was too long and a waste of time, as it is not much connected to the actual story, only the end of the prologue, a dream, and Ricca's behavior.”
“However, the flow of the story is disrupted by several lengthy, unrelated slice-of-life sections, which should be skipped for better story pacing.”
“The overall plot is a little weak, but I think that's to put more emphasis on the characters.”
- music16 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the nostalgic elements and beautiful soundtracks, while others find the background music inconsistent and occasionally inappropriate. Although there is no official soundtrack release, players appreciate the ability to listen to songs in the extras menu. Overall, the music enhances the slice-of-life experience, but some users feel it could have been better curated.
“The music is what you expect from Da Capo; the classic menu theme returns with a rearrangement, which is great.”
“Although 10 of those hours might have been just me listening to the soundtrack; seriously, it's so beautiful.”
“The other aspects, such as the music, character design, other character story arcs, chemistry, and visuals are average.”
“However, the bummer is that there is not an OST compiled for this product.”
“As always, the soundtrack is also a nostalgic part of the entire series.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their high quality, featuring impressive artwork for both backgrounds and character designs. The inclusion of character artwork from multiple angles enhances immersion, contributing to a visually appealing slice-of-life experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout aspect, complemented by excellent music.
“The graphics are awesome, with great artwork for the background and characters.”
“However, I will say that the graphics are amazing.”
“Also, the character sprites and artwork are very well drawn.”
“The other aspects, such as the music, character design, other character story arcs, chemistry, and visuals are average.”
“Atmosphere / aesthetics - 7”
“For every character, there is an artwork in which they stand in front of you (which is standard), and one with their back to you – which is not a great deal if you think about it, but it adds so much to immersion and to show you where the character is facing.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game is generally well-received, with a strong emphasis on the school setting and personalized musical arrangements that enhance the mood during romantic moments. However, some users feel that the story's repetitive nature diminishes the overall impact of the atmosphere, suggesting that more significant changes are needed to maintain engagement.
“The atmosphere of Da Capo is there; you once again go to a school, and there are many girls to choose from.”
“For every main heroine, there is a piano arrangement of her theme, which adds great mood and atmosphere for her route, making it a little bit more personal for each one in my opinion, and it's great for romantic moments.”
“I really like the atmosphere and the setting of the game.”
“The atmosphere of Da Capo is there; you once again go to a school, and there are many girls to choose from – but there is one problem.”
“The way the story changes for every loop still doesn't provide enough atmosphere if nothing really changes.”
“Atmosphere/aesthetics - 7”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized as a wholesome and heartwarming experience, blending elements of drama and humor. Players appreciate the depth of the characters and the unique, touching narratives in each route, describing the overall journey as an emotional roller coaster filled with a range of feelings.
“I love the characters in this game, and each girl's route felt special and heartwarming.”
“This game was an emotional roller coaster from beginning to end, and I love it.”
“It’s touching, sweet, beautiful, funny, sad, and heartwarming.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as typical for a visual novel, primarily involving reading text and making decisions that influence the story's progression based on interactions with different characters. While there are additional mechanics like investigation, the overall experience lacks a unique style or standout features, making it feel average and somewhat repetitive.
“The gameplay is your average visual novel; you read text and progress the story. At some point in the game, you make decisions on where to go, depending on which girl you are pursuing. There are also other gameplay mechanics like investigating, but I will leave them for you to discover.”
“There could have been much more of the above; there is no 'unique style' (even one mechanic/idea) that exists in this novel only.”
“The gameplay is your average visual novel; you read text and progress the story. At some point in the game, you make decisions on where to go, depending on which girl you are pursuing at the moment. There are also other gameplay mechanics like investigating, but I will leave them to you to discover.”
“The gameplay is your average visual novel; you read text and progress the story. At some point in the game, you make decisions on where to go, depending on which girl you are pursuing at the moment. There are also other gameplay mechanics like investigating, but I will leave them to you to discover.”
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is noted to be surprisingly strong despite the presence of fanservice, with some reviewers highlighting it as a standout aspect amidst otherwise average elements like music and visuals.
“There is some pretty good character development underneath all the fanservice, I swear, lol.”
“The other aspects, such as the music, character design, other character story arcs, chemistry, and visuals, are average.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a blend of touching and sweet moments, complemented by beautiful and heartwarming elements, while also incorporating sadness, creating a multifaceted emotional experience.
“It's touching, sweet, beautiful, funny, sad, and heartwarming.”
