Desktop Kanojo

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Desktop Kanojo is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Neko Game and was released on April 23, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

"Desktop Kanojo" is a fun desktop mascot game that allows you to place a character on your screen for interactive entertainment. The character has multiple costume transformations, physical effects, and supports mouse click interaction. With over 40 actions, 30 bilingual language packs, and customizable models, this game offers a creative and engaging desktop experience.

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Single-Player

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 657 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game allows for customization of avatars and includes fun interactions, making it a unique desktop accessory.
Many users find it entertaining and a great way to alleviate loneliness, with some even describing it as life-changing.
The Steam Workshop support adds a variety of characters and models, enhancing the overall experience.

The game has high CPU and GPU usage, even when not actively in use, raising concerns about optimization and potential malware.
Limited functionality and interactions can make the experience feel repetitive and lacking in depth.
Many users report bugs and issues with the software, including crashes and problems with multi-monitor setups.

music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
45%
33%
The music in the game is praised for its variety and ability to enhance the dancing experience, creating a relaxing atmosphere for players. While some users noted the absence of music at the start, they expressed a desire for a larger sound library and additional features that integrate music with gameplay, such as dancing to songs. Overall, the music received high marks for its effectiveness in complementing the game's mechanics.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The music works great with the dancing.”
- “There is also no music from the start.”
- “Fish wins when it comes to sound variety as it seems to be designed more as a music player for your dancing model.”
- “Larger sound library though (music).”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
49%
38%
The reviews highlight a mix of experiences regarding the story aspect; while one user appreciates the elegant plot and character development, others note a lack of a coherent story, suggesting that it varies significantly among players. Overall, the narrative seems to resonate with some, emphasizing resilience, while others find it absent or unclear.
- “Its elegant plot line and interesting character development tops any game I've ever played before.”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “There isn't a story.”
- “I wasn't sure where I was going with this; there isn't a story.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, with users frequently mentioning bugs and glitches that affect gameplay. While some find the interface easy to learn, the overall experience is marred by these persistent technical problems. Players express hope that future updates will address these stability concerns.
- “This is so buggy.”
- “It's full of bugs and glitches.”
- “My only thing is it's a bit buggy, but I'm sure they're working more and more out.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is straightforward and focuses on delivering a solid experience, with users noting that it offers a substantial number of hours of engagement. Overall, it emphasizes the core mechanics without unnecessary complexity.
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users noting less-than-stellar visuals, while others praised the amazing graphics and great physics. Overall, the game's visual appeal seems to vary significantly among players.
- “Amazing graphics, great physics, and plenty of characters to choose from.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some users reporting excessive GPU usage (up to 30%) even during minimal activity, suggesting poor optimization. However, there are positive notes regarding the optimization for multi-screen setups, indicating some areas have been effectively addressed. Overall, the game's performance appears inconsistent, with potential issues related to background processes.
- “The multi-screen feature has been optimized beautifully; great job!”
- “The game's performance has been significantly improved, making for a smoother experience.”
- “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization; it really enhances gameplay.”
- “Also, this might be a bit of a coin miner; it uses almost 30% GPU doing basically nothing, or it's just really poorly optimized.”
- “I would imagine this has something to do with the poor optimization of the window manager when in the background (game loop keeps running?).”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its incorporation of funny memes and playful mechanics, such as moving characters like fidget spinners, which adds a lighthearted and entertaining element to the gameplay. Overall, players find the humor to be engaging and enjoyable.
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever jokes and funny memes that keep you entertained.”
- “It's genuinely funny and brings a lot of joy to the gameplay.”
- “Yes, it's very entertaining! You can move them around like a fidget spinner, and it's hilarious.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a second life to complete it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers praise the game's elegant plot and compelling character development, highlighting it as a standout feature that surpasses other games they have experienced.
- “Its elegant plot line and interesting character development tops any game I've ever played before.”