Deceived by the Host

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Deceived by the Host is a single player role playing game with drama, anime and erotic themes. It was developed by Seiheiki Times and was released on November 18, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

Life is busy but good for university student Hiroshi Kawada. He is living in his own apartment, has secured himself a part-time job, and is doing everything he can to impress his beloved girlfriend, Nanami Miyasaka. However, one fateful day their relationship is put to test when Nanami sees her boyfriend together with another woman. Feeling greatly hurt from witnessing her boyfriend’s potential a…

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emotional11 positive mentions

gameplay5 negative mentions

Engaging narrative blending slice-of-life RPG mechanics with visual novel storytelling focused on complex relationship dynamics and emotional decision-making.
High replay value due to multiple branching storylines and endings influenced by player choices.
Quality translation and well-crafted anime-style artwork, particularly praised character design and expressive CG scenes.

Gameplay can be repetitive and slow-paced, with limited variety in daily tasks and interactions, which might bore some players.
Some narrative choices feel illusory or poorly aligned with plot outcomes, leading to frustration over lack of meaningful player agency.
Steam version requires an external patch to unlock full adult content, which may inconvenience players and fragment the experience.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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29%
The gameplay primarily focuses on character interaction and emotional storytelling, with light simulation and strategic decision-making elements that influence relationship outcomes. While praised for its nuanced narrative and character development, it is often criticized for repetitive tasks, slow pacing, and limited mechanical depth, which may not appeal to players seeking dynamic or varied gameplay. Overall, it offers an intimate and thought-provoking experience best suited for those who enjoy emotionally driven visual novels.
- “While much of the gameplay is experienced from Hiroshi’s point of view, certain narrative sequences provide insight into Nanami’s thoughts and emotional state.”
- “Gameplay systems extend beyond dialogue through light simulation elements.”
- “Strategic management of these elements is key, offering a unique blend of gameplay that demands player engagement.”
- “This is not a game worth $10; there isn't enough content both in terms of the h-game content and the actual gameplay. You spend 90% of your time in a single room repeating the same couple of tasks the entire game.”
- “The translation is really well done, but the game itself is a bit boring in its gameplay loop.”
- “On the other hand, criticisms center around the tedious nature of gameplay, with repetitive tasks and a somewhat slow pace during daily life segments.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
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The story of Deceived by the Host is a character-driven, emotionally tense slice-of-life RPG focused on relationship dynamics and choices that influence key events, appealing to fans of narrative-driven and adult-themed games, particularly within the NTR genre. While it offers depth and multiple outcomes, some players find the plot somewhat railroaded and the heroine less memorable, with the overall experience centered more on dialogue and moral complexity than groundbreaking storytelling.
- “Deceived by the Host is a narrative-focused indie RPG developed and published by Seiheiki Times that blends slice-of-life simulation with visual novel storytelling and relationship drama.”
- “What begins as a relatively grounded portrayal of young adult life gradually evolves into a story shaped by suspicion, emotional tension, and the fragile nature of trust.”
- “Ultimately, Deceived by the Host stands as a character-centered slice-of-life RPG that focuses on relationship dynamics and consequence-driven storytelling.”
- “The story is not that compelling, so visuals would have been great to have.”
- “In other words, it feels as if the choices are somewhat illusory as the plot railroads along.”
- “These elements are handled within a romantic drama framework, appealing primarily to players who appreciate emotionally driven storytelling over action-oriented gameplay.”
emotional
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game "Deceived by the Host" centers on emotional storytelling, emphasizing dialogue, timing, and decision-making over combat. It explores themes of love, jealousy, and trust through character-driven narratives and multiple endings that reflect player choices, fostering emotional engagement and replayability. The slow-paced, mature romantic drama appeals to players who value deep character development and nuanced emotional arcs.
- “What begins as a relatively grounded portrayal of young adult life gradually evolves into a story shaped by suspicion, emotional tension, and the fragile nature of trust.”
- “Rather than relying on combat or traditional RPG progression systems, the game emphasizes dialogue, timing, and emotional decision-making.”
- “At its core, 'Deceived by the Host' explores the emotional and psychological aspects of love and betrayal.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The game features anime-inspired 2D visuals with expressive character portraits and stylized environments, delivering cute and immersive artwork that enhances its adult content. While the story may lack depth, the appealing graphics help maintain player engagement.
- “Visually, the game adopts an anime-inspired aesthetic with expressive character portraits and stylized environments.”
- “2D visual novel aesthetics with immersive adult content.”
- “Greatly cute lewd anime artwork.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features high-quality character development with well-crafted designs and meaningful emotional arcs that unfold naturally. Player choices significantly impact the narrative, adding depth and a thought-provoking experience despite some repetitive gameplay and the need for additional content patches.
- “While the need for an external content patch and its repetitive gameplay might be downsides, the game's rich character development and impactful player choices offer a satisfying and thought-provoking experience.”
- “This would add a significant layer of narrative depth and character development.”
- “However, for those invested in character development and branching narratives, the slower tempo allows emotional arcs to unfold naturally.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game offers high replayability driven by multiple endings that reflect player decisions, encouraging players to revisit and explore different story outcomes and emotional resolutions.
- “The game’s multiple endings reflect the cumulative impact of player decisions, encouraging replayability to explore alternative outcomes and emotional resolutions.”
- “High replay value due to the significance of player choices and multiple story outcomes.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game is typical for the genre, appealing to fans who enjoy it, but it can feel tedious and slow due to repetitive tasks, especially during daily life segments.
- “The game has a tedious grind with repetitive tasks that make the daily life segments feel slow and monotonous.”
- “Grinding feels like a necessary evil, with long stretches of repetitive gameplay before any meaningful progress is made.”
- “While fans of the genre may enjoy it, the grind-heavy gameplay can become tiresome and detracts from the overall experience.”

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Deceived by the Host is a role playing game with drama, anime and erotic themes.

Deceived by the Host is available on PC and Windows.

Deceived by the Host was released on November 18, 2023.

Deceived by the Host was developed by Seiheiki Times.

Deceived by the Host has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Deceived by the Host for its emotional but disliked it for its gameplay.

Deceived by the Host is a single player game.

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