- August 18, 2019
- Ben Taylor
- 14h median play time
Familiar Travels: Volume One
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About
"Familiar Travels: Volume One" is a single-player, open-world fantasy game with an intriguing story that offers around 14 hours of playtime. After receiving an acceptance letter to a school of magic despite having no magical experience, you will encounter and interact with various character types and personalities inspired by modern-day individuals in this game heavily influenced by the internet culture.










- Familiar Travels features a captivating story and well-developed characters that players can grow attached to, making for an immersive experience.
- The art style is visually appealing, with detailed backgrounds and expressive character designs that enhance the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The game offers a unique open-world structure that allows players to explore different scenes and character routes, providing a high level of replayability.
- The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including bugs, typos, and inconsistent character interactions that can disrupt the narrative flow.
- The open-world format can lead to confusion, as players may miss critical events or information without a guide, making it difficult to follow character arcs.
- Some players may find the adult themes and suggestive content off-putting, which could limit the game's appeal to a broader audience.
story
62 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe story of "Familiar Travels" is praised for its depth, creativity, and engaging character interactions, with players noting that it unfolds gradually and requires multiple playthroughs to fully appreciate. While some found the narrative compelling and emotionally resonant, others expressed disappointment in certain character arcs and the pacing, suggesting that the game can feel aimless at times. Overall, the combination of rich storytelling and vibrant artwork makes it a recommended experience for fans of visual novels, despite some technical issues.
“Familiar Travels is a well-written masterpiece, with a deep storyline, complex relations, self-issues, and deep interactions between one another.”
“A fantastic story with good themes and morals to really sink your teeth into!”
“The characters are real, have real problems, interact with the world and story in a real way, and honestly, it does not feel scripted or forced.”
“The game starts off promising, but unfortunately, it becomes worse as the story progresses in volume two.”
“Not only do they detract you from the story, but a few of their designs are way too horny, off-putting, and do not fit in at all.”
“The story seems aimless and boring at times; at least have a more linear mode or an easy mode for people who want a more streamlined set of options to choose from to make things less boring.”