Divine Slice of Life
- October 22, 2015
- Dharker Studios
"Divine Slice of Life" is a visual novel game that follows the story of a young man who is whisked away to a divine realm. There, he must navigate political intrigue, form alliances, and make decisions that will determine the fate of both the divine realm and his own world. The game features multiple endings based on the player's choices, as well as detailed character designs and a rich, immersive storyline.
Reviews
- Nice story with fun endings and multiple paths to explore.
- Sweet art style and appealing character designs.
- Uncensored patch available, enhancing the experience for adult audiences.
- Voice acting is inconsistent, with some characters being too quiet compared to others.
- The game is relatively short and lacks depth in character development.
- Many players feel misled by the store description regarding the mature content.
- story19 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its humor and character development, particularly the unexpected growth of the main characters. However, many criticize the overall depth and coherence, describing it as bland or rushed, with poorly developed characters and disjointed plot elements. While the premise is intriguing, the execution leaves much to be desired, often prioritizing voice acting over a substantial narrative.
“I read all the negative reviews and therefore expected utter garbage, but at least the story was actually funny.”
“The story was great; I hated the two main characters at first, but there was great character development, so much that my favorite wasn't even who I expected it to be at first.”
“First off, having our main character as the reincarnation of Zeus was too funny, and having these two girls, Yui and Ryn, fight over you because of your 'destiny' to ascend to godhood and choose one of them adds a very interesting story instead of just having them fight over you because they want you.”
“The story feels bland for me.”
“The characters are barely formed at best, and actively unlikable at worst, and the plot logic is disorienting in its randomness.”
“It's a shame because the starting premise is pretty decent and some of the plot elements are kinda cool - overall it just feels rushed though.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the detailed and beautiful artwork, while others criticize the art style and character development. The visuals are often described as fitting the game's themes, but opinions vary on their overall impact, with some feeling the graphics contribute positively to the experience and others finding them lacking.
“Music sets the mood in certain situations and the artwork is absolutely beautiful.”
“First off, the positives: the artwork is nice and detailed, and the voice acting is pretty good.”
“I liked the artwork and music.”
“Just really not a fan of the art style in this one, although the story seems decent.”
“The artwork throughout is okay as well.”
“One thing Dharker does get right is the music and artwork.”
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its ability to set the mood and enhance the experience, particularly in menu screens and key moments. However, there are notable issues with the audio balance, as players report that background music often drowns out voice acting, making it difficult to hear dialogue. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, improvements in audio mixing are needed for a better experience.
“The music that plays at the menu screen is nice, the art is decent, and the adult patch is worth it.”
“Music sets the mood in certain situations and the artwork is absolutely beautiful.”
“It's been a while since I played a visual novel game. It was fun, but they need to fix the voices; they're so low while the background music is so high that I can barely hear them.”
“The music is loud and the voices are too quiet.”
“One thing Dharker does get right is the music and artwork.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding the story and character dynamics, particularly the reincarnation of Zeus and the rivalry between the demigoddesses, genuinely funny and engaging. However, others criticize the humor as inconsistent, with certain moments feeling more awkward than amusing, leading to a disjointed comedic experience. Overall, while there are standout funny moments, the humor may not resonate with everyone.
“I read all the negative reviews and therefore expected utter garbage, but at least the story was actually funny.”
“First off, having our main character as the reincarnation of Zeus was too funny, and having these two girls, Yui and Ryn, fight over you because of your 'destiny' to ascend to godhood and choose one of them adds a very interesting story instead of just having them fight over you because they want you.”
“Yui and Ryn are just too funny that you can't help but fall for them, as they continuously refer to you as their 'king,' which made me laugh a bunch.”
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development is highlighted as a strong point, transforming initial dislike for the main characters into unexpected favorites by the end of the story. However, the character design itself is considered unremarkable.
“The story was great; I hated the two main characters at first, but there was such great character development that my favorite ended up being someone I didn't expect.”
“The character design is also mundane.”
“The characters lack depth and fail to evolve throughout the game.”
“I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews highlight a sense of discomfort regarding the emotional manipulation and problematic relationships depicted in the game, with some players feeling that it detracts from the intended rom-com experience and leads to cringe-worthy moments.