Director Simulator

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Game Description:This is a live-action interactive game with sufficient content and high playability, with dozens of endings and more than ten mini-games, and more than ten hours of game content on the main line. Synopsis: The player incarnates Luo Yu, a young director who has never met talents, because he can't fulfill his dream of making movies because he has no money, so he can only rely on odd…

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

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews

story15 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The story is engaging and features unexpected twists that enhance the overall experience.
The game rewards creativity and skill, particularly in photography, making it more than just a standard FMV dating sim.
The acting and character development are praised, with many players forming emotional connections to the characters.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including a freezing issue in Chapter 3 that can make it unplayable.
Mini-games are often considered overly difficult and frustrating, detracting from the enjoyment of the main story.
The English translation is poorly executed, leading to confusion and a lack of clarity in the dialogue and instructions.

story
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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7%
The game's story is praised for its emotional depth, engaging plot twists, and character development, making it stand out in the FMV dating sim genre. While some players found the narrative initially disjointed or confusing, many appreciated the intricate storytelling and the ability to explore different routes in subsequent playthroughs. Overall, the combination of humor, romance, and unexpected developments creates a memorable experience, though its over-the-top tone may not appeal to everyone.
- “The story is amazing and so touching.”
- “The story, the characters, the emotional depth—it’s all unforgettable.”
- “This game is full of plot twists and a fresh take in the romance FMV genre.”
- “I really don't understand the story even after finishing a few endings.”
- “Initially, the story is poor because it is disjointed, illogical, and somewhat childish.”
- “The timing of these serious moments feels off due to the story's exaggerated tone and faster pace.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its high quality and emotional impact, significantly enhancing the narrative experience. However, some players find the music mini-games to be overly challenging and anxiety-inducing, detracting from the overall enjoyment. Additionally, certain musical pieces are noted for their reuse in other games, which may affect their uniqueness.
- “Even though the price is quite high, the quality is incredible, the actresses are so lovable, and the music is fantastic.”
- “The music company was a crucial part of the emotional build during the conversations.”
- “The guitar instrumental music used in the scenes when Ye Wen leaves her company to be with Luo Yu, and the indoor snow playground scenes with Su Yimo, was also used in 'Tomorrow's Love Puzzle', specifically for gym instructor Wang Yiman's ending.”
- “The mini-games, particularly the music one, are more stressful and anxiety-inducing than any horror game!”
- “How can I get 100% Ouyang? Please fix your second music mini-game; it is too hard for anyone.”
- “The guitar instrumental music used in the scenes when Ye Wen leaves her company to be with Luo Yu and the indoor snow playground scenes with Su Yimo was also used in 'Tomorrow's Love Puzzle', specifically for gym instructor Wang Yiman's ending.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for its lack of interactivity and reliance on tablet mechanics that don't translate well to mouse and keyboard controls, making it difficult to engage. However, it features some interesting osu-like mechanics and includes challenging elements that elevate it above typical FMV dating sims, complemented by a strong narrative and good voice acting.
- “It has some interesting osu-like mechanics at points, and its story writing is fairly good (although I think I went down the lowest rated route lol).”
- “All that said, this game has a wonderful story, good acting and goes beyond most FMV dating sims by adding some challenging gameplay elements.”
- “There isn't much gameplay in this game, so you had only one job and still you managed to mess it up.”
- “They apply tablet game mechanics to the mouse and keyboard setup, which you cannot keep up with when using the mouse.”
- “There are some unusual gameplay elements, but not much interactivity.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its deeply emotional narrative, with standout moments that evoke strong feelings, such as a poignant scene involving a ring. The characters and their development contribute significantly to the emotional depth, while the music enhances the overall impact of the story. Reviewers highlight the game's heartbreaking ending as particularly memorable and impactful.
- “The story is amazing and so touching.”
- “The scene where she cried looking at the ring was incredibly touching.”
- “The story, the characters, the emotional depth—it’s all unforgettable.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the game's story is praised, many users report significant stability issues, including complete freezes during gameplay, particularly in chapter 3, which detracts from the overall experience and may lead players to abandon the game.
- “The story itself is great, so in that aspect I recommend the game, but I wouldn't recommend an FMV that is so buggy it makes you want to leave the game unfinished.”
- “The game freezes completely in chapter 3.”
- “The video just freezes when there was supposed to be a QTE prompt.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by the emergence of characters' true personalities, often presented in memorable and dramatic ways that blend comedy with poignant moments.
- “And here is when their true personality emerges, sometimes in crazy and dramatic ways that are memorable, funny, or poignant.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users note that the optimization of the singing mechanics requires multiple attempts to achieve a perfect score, making it challenging to simultaneously watch the performance and perform effectively.
- “The optimization in this game is severely lacking; it takes multiple attempts to achieve a perfect score in singing, and it's nearly impossible to focus on the performance while trying to perform well.”
- “The game's optimization issues make it frustrating to play; I often find myself struggling to balance watching the performance and executing the required actions effectively.”
- “I feel that the optimization could use significant improvement, as the mechanics for singing require too much trial and error, detracting from the overall experience.”