Desktop Kanojo

About

"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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 564 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Desktop Kanojo provides a cute and fun distraction for users, making it a great companion while working or gaming.
The game has a variety of characters available through the Steam Workshop, allowing for customization and personalization.
Many users find the experience life-changing, helping them cope with loneliness and providing a sense of companionship.

The game has limited functionality and can become repetitive quickly, with some users feeling it lacks depth and interactivity.
There are technical issues, such as high GPU usage and crashes, which can detract from the overall experience.
The voice options are primarily in Japanese and Chinese, which may not appeal to all users, and the customization options for characters are limited.

music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
44%
33%
The music aspect of the game is praised for its variety and integration with dancing mechanics, enhancing the overall experience. Users appreciate the extensive sound library, although some express a desire for additional features related to music interaction and alarms. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, providing a relaxing and enjoyable backdrop.
- “The music works great with the dancing.”
- “I relaxed for 5 ♥♥♥♥ minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “There is also no music from the start.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Fish wins when it comes to sound variety as it seems to be designed more as a music player for your dancing model.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The reviews present a mixed perspective on the story aspect, with some praising its elegant plot and character development as exceptional, while others criticize the lack of a clear narrative direction, suggesting that the story may be ambiguous or non-existent. Overall, the game's story resonates with themes of perseverance and unpredictability in life.
- “Its elegant plot line and interesting character development tops any game I've ever played before.”
- “There is no story.”
- “I wasn't sure where I was going with this; there isn't a story.”
- “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.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have stability issues, with users frequently mentioning bugs and glitches that affect gameplay. While the interface is considered confusing, many believe that ongoing updates may improve the situation over time. Overall, the stability is seen as a significant drawback at this stage.
- “This is so buggy.”
- “My only thing is it's a bit buggy, but I'm sure they're working more and more out.”
- “Buggy and lacking in features.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is characterized by its extensive duration, offering hours of engaging content. Overall, it is a central focus of the game experience.
- “The gameplay is incredibly engaging and keeps you hooked for hours.”
- “There are countless hours of gameplay that offer a variety of challenges.”
- “The mechanics are smooth and intuitive, making the gameplay enjoyable.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
50%
The optimization for multi-screen setups has received positive feedback, indicating improvements in performance. However, there are concerns regarding the window manager's efficiency when the game is running in the background, suggesting potential issues with resource management.
- “The multi-screen feature has been optimized beautifully; great job!”
- “The game's performance optimization is impressive, making for a smoother experience.”
- “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization; it really enhances gameplay.”
- “I would imagine this has something to do with poor optimization of the window manager when in the background (game loop keeps running?).”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics have been described as less than stellar, indicating that the visuals may not meet the expectations of players.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its playful mechanics, such as moving characters like fidget spinners, which adds a lighthearted and amusing element. Additionally, references to funny memes contribute to the overall comedic tone, making the experience enjoyable and entertaining.
- “Yes, very pog! You can move them around like a fidget spinner, and it's very funny.”
- “Funny meme.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character development in the game is praised for its elegance and depth, contributing significantly to an engaging plot that surpasses other games in the genre.
- “Its elegant plot line and interesting character development tops any game I've ever played before.”