Dandelions in the Sky
- July 21, 2020
- Catnip
Get on Steam"Dandelions in the Sky" is a visual novel that deals with the serious topic of school bullying. As a new student, Shi Mo tries to fit in while keeping his past a secret, but his actions lead to unexpected consequences. The game features high-quality artwork, immersive music, and multiple choices that can affect the outcome of the story, providing different endings and shedding light on the characters' hidden secrets.
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Reviews
- The art and music are excellent, enhancing the overall experience of the visual novel.
- The story, while short, has both wholesome and sad moments that resonate with players.
- The game offers multiple endings and meaningful choices that impact the narrative.
- The depiction of animal abuse, particularly the cat's death, is upsetting and poorly handled as a plot device.
- The story progresses too quickly, leaving little room for character development and emotional depth.
- Some scenes feel out of place, such as condescending comments about homelessness, detracting from the overall tone.
- story28 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, characterized as both wholesome and sad, with a solid but fast-paced narrative that leaves room for potential sequels. While some reviewers noted the simplicity and brevity of the plot, they appreciated the emotional depth and the variety of endings, making it an engaging experience despite its short length. However, the use of certain plot devices, like animal abuse, was criticized for feeling superficial.
“Both wholesome and sad story, definitely worth its price.”
“I really loved the story and how the choices, although simple, show you the different results of your decisions in a very realistic way.”
“Overall, 'Dandelions in the Sky' is a short two-hour visual novel that delivers a heartfelt story, warming the reader/player's heart.”
“The injury scene was also unnecessarily drawn out, and for the author, animal abuse is clearly just a plot device that has the weight of 'oh well, my cat is dead, but we are happy now, so who cares.'”
“Don’t play it if you want a long visual novel with a very deep plot or deep characters; this game is just simple with a short story about bullying, with awesome music and art style, nothing more, nothing less.”
“The story is on the shorter side but is still enjoyable for what it is regardless.”
- music12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience without becoming repetitive or annoying, even during extended play sessions. Coupled with enjoyable visuals and art, the soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's appeal, despite its simple narrative and shorter length. Overall, players find the music to be a standout feature that complements the game's aesthetic.
“The music and art were really enjoyable.”
“The visuals and music are nice.”
“I have played many visual novels, and there were times when I got tired of hearing the soundtrack in a few of those, but this never happened when I was playing this game.”
“I never found myself getting annoyed after hearing the game for about 2 hours (and 1 hour of me just being AFK but still hearing the music with my headphones on).”
- emotional10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its blend of wholesome and sad storytelling, particularly through poignant moments like a cat's death scene. Players appreciate the heartfelt narrative that focuses on the bond between two students facing bullying, offering a refreshing departure from typical romance tropes. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to evoke genuine feelings, making it a worthwhile experience.
“An emotional visual novel about 2 students bonding over their encounters with bullies.”
“Overall, 'Dandelions in the Sky' is a short two-hour visual novel that delivers a heartfelt story, warming the reader/player's heart.”
“It's such a heartwarming change of pace from the typical cheesy romance bully genre, which really makes this short visual novel feel good to play.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics and music are praised for their quality, contributing to an appealing aesthetic. However, the overall experience is described as simple and short, focusing on a straightforward story rather than deep character development or complex narratives.
“The visuals and music are nice, enhancing the overall experience.”
“This game features an awesome art style that complements its simple story.”
“The graphics are impressive, making the short narrative about bullying visually engaging.”
