Fantasy Tavern Sextet: Vol.1 New World Days
- December 14, 2020
- iMel
- 6h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Fantasy Tavern Sextet: Vol.1 New World Days," you play as a cook who suddenly finds himself in a fantasy world and must work at a tavern. The game is a visual novel with adult content, where you can form romantic relationships with the female characters and make choices that affect the story. Your goal is to uncover the secrets of this new world and find a way back home.
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Reviews
- The art and visuals are beautiful, with well-done live2D animations that bring the characters to life.
- The voice acting is enjoyable and adds to the overall experience, making the characters feel more engaging.
- The story, while cliche, is charming and provides a relaxing, wholesome experience with humorous moments.
- The game is very short, with gameplay lasting around 4-5 hours, which may not justify the full price for some players.
- Character development is minimal, leading to a lack of depth in the story and relationships.
- Choices in the game often feel inconsequential, as they do not significantly impact the overall narrative.
- story51 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story is generally described as a light and simple isekai narrative, often characterized by its short length and focus on character interactions rather than deep plot development. While some players appreciate the charming and wholesome elements, others find it generic and lacking in meaningful choices that impact the overall storyline. Overall, the game serves as a pleasant, albeit shallow, experience that sets the stage for future installments in a trilogy.
“This game is only the first part of the story, and I remember it captivated me just this first entry.”
“Simply put, this game is a really pleasant isekai story - I saw complaints in the comments section, but despite those, it was a charming read-through, and I'm not even done with seeing the next chapter(s).”
“The story feels a little rushed and rife with deus ex machina; still, I'm impressed they managed to squeeze in as much as they did without turning it into an incomprehensible mess.”
“Another unfortunately short, shallow story from these guys.”
“The plot is simple and unimportant; the girls are likable, but not super unique, and the main character is as mediocre as it gets, with nothing really standing out.”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its wholesome and cute narrative, offering a condensed yet impactful experience within its four-hour playtime. Reviewers highlight the good storytelling and engaging visuals, noting that despite its eroge classification, the content leans more towards heartwarming themes rather than explicitness. Overall, it provides a refreshing and emotional journey that resonates with players.
“To be fair, it's very condensed (obviously, there's only really 4 hours of visual novel content) but it's also a very wholesome visual novel.”
“Good story, good CGs, and overall very cute and wholesome!”
“This visual novel was a rather nice change of pace and had a wholesome story when you get down to it.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the visual novel are praised for their beautiful artwork and appealing art style, contributing positively to the overall experience. While the visuals and music are well-executed, some users feel that the content is too short to justify the normal price.
“The artworks of this visual novel are more than beautiful.”
“They really did a great job on the music and visuals.”
“The art style is nice.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally regarded as decent and fitting for the scenes, enhancing the overall experience without being overly prominent. While some reviewers found it simple and bland, others appreciated the quality of the soundtrack, highlighting its effectiveness alongside the visuals.
“The soundtrack was good.”
“They really did a great job on the music and visuals.”
“The music is simple and fitting for the scenes it is used in without standing out too much.”
“The music is decent.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in this game is seen as a promising approach, but it ultimately suffers from issues that hinder its effectiveness. Comparisons to "Nekopara" highlight a lack of engaging storytelling and endearing characters, resulting in a less satisfying character development experience.
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by a universally funny ending that remains entertaining regardless of the player's choices, adding a delightful twist to the overall experience.
“The game has a hilarious ending that keeps you laughing no matter what choices you make.”
“I couldn't stop chuckling at the witty dialogue and unexpected jokes throughout the game.”
“The humor is spot-on, making even the most serious moments feel light-hearted and entertaining.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of dividing the game into three parts has been criticized as a cash grab, especially when compared to other visual novels that offer longer content and better graphics for a single price.
“Given each game's length, I see no reason why it should have been divided into three parts; I can only assume it was a cash grab tactic on the part of the developers, as there are other visual novels with better character graphics that are as long as (or longer than) all three of these games combined.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay is notably brief, with users reporting a playtime of around 5 to 6 hours, indicating a very short visual novel experience.
“The gameplay is extremely short, lasting only about 5-6 hours.”
“I found the gameplay to be lacking in depth and variety.”
“The mechanics feel clunky and unrefined, making it frustrating to play.”
