～Daydream～When butterflies dance

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～Daydream～When butterflies dance is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Kokutou Umeboshi and was released on May 26, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

~Daydream~is an action 2D platform jumping game. During the game can unlock two jump, float, climb and other skills through the level. ◆Game Introduction The girl woke up in a dark wasteland and couldn't think of anything. It was a terrible world, full of dangers and full of wandering dark shadows. Be careful not to get caught by them. Suddenly, a mysterious white-haired woman appeared in front …

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Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features well-designed stages and a unique attack mechanic that adds an interesting puzzle element to the gameplay.
The art and music are praised for their quality, contributing to a dark and atmospheric experience.
It's a short but enjoyable platformer that is not overly difficult, making it accessible for a wide range of players.

The game lacks controller support and has uncomfortable keyboard controls, which detracts from the overall experience.
There are issues with hitboxes and blind drops into hazards, leading to frustrating gameplay moments.
Some players reported bugs that can disrupt the experience, including freezing and crashing during transitions.

story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as a sad and dark narrative that explores traumatic themes, drawing inspiration from real-life tragedies. While it includes adult content, the plot is engaging and well-integrated, featuring a decent translation and a variety of visual elements that enhance the storytelling experience. Overall, the game successfully combines its mature themes with a compelling narrative.
- “Even got a nice Japanese dub along with a good story.”
- “Game is great, decent translation, has a dark themed plot, and bugs (if they appear at all) don't really bother that much.”
- “Turns out with the adult scenes you also get the story, which is good but a little sad, pretty much a metamorphosis (not as brutal as that, of course). I'm not saying that this is copying that, but they were clearly both inspired by a tragedy that happens all too regularly.”
- “The story is sad, dark, and traumatic.”
- “The game has a dark-themed plot, but the bugs (if they appear at all) don't really bother that much.”
- “There are 12 static memory CGs, which are mostly plot-related, but the overall execution feels lacking.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as a metroidvania-style linear sidescroller that combines platforming with puzzle-like mechanics, requiring players to strategically bait enemies for effective attacks. While it may initially seem like a basic platformer, it offers above-average complexity and engagement, making it enjoyable even outside of its adult content.
- “The complexity of the attack button makes for interesting gameplay; it can be annoying, but like a puzzle game, you have to work around baiting enemies into areas that allow you to jump and slam down on them.”
- “What felt like a basic platformer in reality turned out to be above average, even among non-R18 platformers. You can enjoy it purely for gameplay as well.”
- “The gameplay feels like a metroidvania, but it's too linear for my taste.”
- “I find the gameplay to be quite repetitive and lacking in innovation.”
- “The platforming mechanics are frustrating and often lead to unfair deaths.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its impactful and melancholic quality, significantly enhancing the atmospheric experience. Users highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, contributing to the overall mood and immersion of the game.
- “The music is surprisingly a banger.”
- “The main draw of this game, though, is the atmosphere created with some amazing dark visuals and melancholic music.”
- “I don't remember seeing any games like this on Steam, or maybe there are one or two and I just don't remember.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is its standout feature, characterized by stunning dark visuals and melancholic music that effectively enhance the overall experience. While the plot may be somewhat predictable for genre enthusiasts, it remains engaging and contributes to the unique ambiance that sets the game apart from others on Steam.
- “The main draw of this game is the atmosphere, created with amazing dark visuals and melancholic music. The plot is a little predictable if you're well-versed in this genre, but it's still good. I don't remember seeing any games like this on Steam, or maybe there are one or two that I just don't recall.”
- “The atmosphere in this game is hauntingly beautiful, with its eerie sound design and stunning visuals that pull you into its world.”
- “Every element of the game contributes to a rich atmosphere that immerses you completely, making you feel the weight of the story and the environment.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are highlighted as a key strength, featuring stunning dark visuals that effectively create a captivating atmosphere, complemented by melancholic music. While the plot may be somewhat predictable for genre enthusiasts, the overall aesthetic experience remains unique and engaging.
- “The main draw of this game is the atmosphere, created with amazing dark visuals and melancholic music.”
- “The graphics are stunning, immersing you in a beautifully crafted world that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The visual design is captivating, with intricate details that bring the environment to life.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players found the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious towards the end, particularly with the parkour elements, but still enjoyable overall.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is negatively impacted by frustrating mechanics, such as poor hit detection, which can lead to feelings of unfairness and annoyance during gameplay.

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～Daydream～When butterflies dance is a role playing game.

～Daydream～When butterflies dance is available on PC and Windows.

～Daydream～When butterflies dance was released on May 26, 2022.

～Daydream～When butterflies dance was developed by Kokutou Umeboshi.

～Daydream～When butterflies dance has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its story.

～Daydream～When butterflies dance is a single player game.

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