Dal Segno
- July 1, 2017
- Circus
Get on Steam"Dal Segno" is a narrative-driven visual novel following two protagonists, a young man with amnesia and a girl who can see the future. They become entangled in a mysterious circus, uncovering secrets and forging bonds with a diverse cast of characters. The game features multiple endings based on player choices, immersing you in a bittersweet tale of love, hope, and redemption.
PC
Playstation 4
Windows
PlayStation
Playstation Vita
Reviews
- Dal Segno features a charming and sweet story centered around the theme of happiness, with a great cast of quirky characters that are enjoyable to interact with.
- The artwork and soundtrack are high quality, enhancing the overall experience and atmosphere of the game.
- Each character's route explores unique themes and character development, providing emotional depth and memorable moments.
- The writing can be inconsistent, with some routes feeling poorly executed or overly simplistic, leading to a lack of emotional connection with certain characters.
- The game suffers from repetitive plot structures and predictable drama, which can detract from the overall engagement of the story.
- Some characters exhibit irrational behavior and mental breakdowns that feel forced, undermining the believability of their arcs.
- story67 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The story of "Dal Segno" is described as a mix of cliches and sweetness, focusing on themes of happiness and romance, though opinions vary widely on its execution. While some reviewers appreciate the emotional depth and character development across multiple routes, others criticize it for being generic and lacking engagement, with certain arcs feeling rushed or underdeveloped. Overall, it offers a light, slice-of-life narrative that may appeal to fans of the genre, despite its flaws.
“Dal Segno is a cliched and simple yet sweet story about finding happiness.”
“The story being the main focus of Dal Segno doesn't take away from the great artwork and the nice soundtrack.”
“Each and every one of the story paths is ripe with emotion and really pulls you in.”
“This visual novel has interesting characters and concepts, but the story falls flat.”
“Nothing really happens and there is no real hook to get you invested in the characters nor the story.”
“All in all, it's just a crapton of Japanese clichés, buried in walls of senseless text and dialogue in a boring story that is not worth being told at all.”
- music10 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in "Dal Segno" is widely praised for its ability to enhance the game's atmosphere, with memorable and catchy tracks that resonate with players. While many appreciate the beautiful soundtrack and character themes, some users noted that the music can become repetitive over time. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong complement to the game's art and storytelling.
“The story being the main focus of Dal Segno doesn't take away from the great artwork and the nice soundtrack.”
“Great music; the music successfully creates the atmosphere and matches the situations.”
“The music was beautiful and fit the game perfectly, with some memorable and catchy tracks I'd love to get as an OST.”
“The soundtrack got old fast for me; I ended up muting it, but don't mute the voice acting though.”
“The music also fits really well and never breaks the atmosphere or mood of the visual novel.”
“Soothing insert and ending songs, with a total of 6 vocal tracks.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in "Dal Segno" are highly praised for their gorgeous artwork and fun visuals, complementing the well-written story and immersive island paradise setting. The art style is consistently described as good, enhancing the overall experience and attachment to the characters. Additionally, the fitting background music further elevates the visual presentation.
“The artwork is great, and I love the island paradise setting.”
“Artwork is gorgeous, the background music is fitting, and the story itself is well written, with a lot of content to play through with 5 different heroines.”
“The artwork was well done, the story is well written, and you can't help but feel attachment to the characters.”
- emotional7 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- -29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game elicits a range of emotions, featuring both heartwarming moments and poignant, tear-jerking scenes that resonate with players. While some criticize the reliance on clichéd romance tropes and a convoluted narrative, many find themselves deeply moved by the character arcs and endings, suggesting that emotional engagement varies significantly among players. Overall, it requires players to be emotionally prepared for its unexpected twists and turns.
“The game does have sad parts and made me tear up a few times, but on the whole the stories are refreshingly light and wholesome.”
“It has far more emotional content, plot, and care for the characters.”
“I am not gonna lie, I do get emotional when I can relate in a certain way, whether it is something that I need or something that I've experienced in the past.”
“Overall, it's just a ton of Japanese clichés buried in walls of senseless text and dialogue in a boring story that isn't worth telling at all.”
“The emotional moments feel forced and lack genuine impact, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
“Despite trying to evoke feelings, the game falls flat, leaving me feeling more frustrated than moved.”
- character development6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is praised for its memorable and quirky heroines, with each route offering a unique narrative path. The combination of excellent character design and a captivating story enhances the overall experience, making it both entertaining and visually appealing.
“Excellent and cute character design, a great story, and some sci-fi elements sprinkled in.”
“Memorable and quirky heroines; excellent casts and good character developments overall.”
“The character development in each route takes a different path.”
“If you are looking for an interesting and exciting story to follow, don't forget about an attractive character design.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its exceptional music, which effectively enhances the overall experience by complementing the situations and maintaining a consistent mood throughout the visual novel.
“Great music; it successfully creates the atmosphere and matches the situations.”
“The music fits really well and never breaks the atmosphere or mood of the visual novel.”
“Great music; the music successfully creates the atmosphere and matches the situations.”
“The music also fits really well and never breaks the atmosphere or mood of the visual novel.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate a divide in perception of the game's humor, with some Western players finding it unengaging and lacking in comedic appeal, while acknowledging that Japanese players might have a different perspective.
