Doki Doki House
- December 1, 2022
- Genuine
Get on SteamIn "Doki Doki House," a visual novel game, players step into the shoes of a heroine who is the temporary owner of an Australian guest house, with no memories of her past. As she interacts with four attractive men, each connected to her childhood, players will make choices that determine the story's direction and uncover the heroine's lost memories. Among the men are Cornell, a smart CEO with a mysterious past, and Vito, an athletic man with a vicious boss.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The art and music are beautiful, enhancing the overall experience.
- Many players found the characters to be likable and enjoyed the emotional depth of certain routes.
- The game offers a variety of dialogue options and has moments of humor that players appreciated.
- The writing is often criticized for being poorly constructed and lacking flow, reminiscent of amateur fanfiction.
- The save/load system is frustrating, as it does not function properly and often resets players to the beginning of chapters.
- There are numerous technical issues, including spelling errors, awkward character interactions, and unmuted sound effects that detract from the experience.
- story17 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the depth and emotional impact of certain character routes, particularly Cornell's, while others found parts of the narrative cringe-worthy and inconsistent. Technical issues, such as bugs and save problems, detracted from the overall experience, but many players enjoyed the romantic elements and the ability to explore different dialogue options. Overall, the story's execution varies significantly, leading to a polarized reception among players.
“I love otomes, and I can be lenient on things, but for me, story flow and feeling are ultimately what I truly judge a visual novel on.”
“The story is surprisingly deep and very romantic; I'm quite impressed.”
“I love this game! The art is super cute, and the story, when you get into a route, is super great. It's a little cringy in the beginning, not going to lie, but it gets deep—one of the routes made me cry.”
“I love otomes and I can be lenient on things, but for me, story flow and feeling are ultimately what I truly judge a visual novel on.”
“Edit: I just played a bit more to give it another shot and the story is so cringe; you have to woof and meow to get the affection up for some of the boys... I don't know if I'll stick with this one or not.”
“Obviously some people really enjoy this, but I think I have to go with not recommending it because there are so many things wrong (technical or story) and all the reviews are positive.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is surprisingly enjoyable, featuring amusing character names and humorous illustrations that effectively convey emotions. Additionally, the dialogue is highlighted as particularly funny, enhancing the overall comedic experience.
“I also love the pictures in between where the characters are drawn in a funny way to express how they feel.”
“Speaking of dialogue, the dialogue is very funny; I love it!”
“Better than expected, but the names are kind of funny, lol.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional depth of the game's stories to be impactful, with some routes eliciting strong feelings, including tears. While certain characters resonate well, others may detract from the experience, leading to mixed feelings about specific narratives. Overall, the game is praised for its cute art and engaging storylines, despite some technical issues.
“I love this game! The art is super cute, and the story, when you get into a route, is fantastic. It's a little cringy in the beginning, not going to lie, but it gets deep—one of the routes made me cry.”
“Cornell's story is really cute, and the common route made me want to read Dewitt's story. When I was reading his story, it felt like an emotional roller coaster; I didn't want to finish it because it was so intense.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its quality, complementing the overall artistic experience.
“The art and the music are really nice.”
