Flare Nuinui Quest

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Flare Nuinui Quest is a single player platformer game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by sulpx and was released on May 7, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

"FLARE NUINUI QUEST is a fan-made action platformer game featuring Hololive talents, led by Shiranui Flare. The game doesn't auto-save, so remember to manually create save files. All assets in the game are original or free for use, respecting Hololive's derivative works guidelines."

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 110 reviews

story9 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

The game features vibrant pixel art and a catchy soundtrack, making it visually and audibly appealing.
It offers a variety of gameplay modes and characters, each with unique mechanics, providing a fresh experience throughout.
The game is well-received by both Hololive fans and platformer enthusiasts, with many praising its challenging yet fair gameplay.

The save system can be frustrating, as it requires separate files for each character and can lead to accidental overwrites.
Some players found the level design to be clunky and the enemy variety lacking, leading to repetitive gameplay.
There are issues with controller support and input responsiveness, which can detract from the overall experience.

story
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Flare Nuinui Quest" revolves around the main character, Flare, and includes additional campaigns featuring characters Usada Pekora and Houshou Marine, each with unique gameplay mechanics and narratives. While the main quest is engaging, players noted that side quests can lead to frustrating save file issues, and the overall experience is enhanced by the game's fanservice elements and varied challenges. The game is praised for its solid platforming mechanics and nostalgic inspirations, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.
- “Flare nuinui quest is an interesting game, like all holo indie releases, because it's a fan game that sort of became official.”
- “In the game's main story mode, you play as Flare, but if that wasn't enough, the game has two additional entirely separate Marine and Pekora story modes with their own mechanics, levels, and stories.”
- “Besides the 'classic' story with Shiranui Flare, added onto the Steam release are two new campaigns where you play as Usada Pekora and Houshou Marine, which both have completely different gameplay mechanics and stories to navigate through.”
- “There's no story.”
- “It's very easy to overwrite your 100% main story file with your 10% sidequest file.”
- “Also, starting a different quest will reset all progress with your previous quest.”
gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a mixed bag, with some players finding it unengaging and frustrating, particularly in combat, while others appreciate its variety and challenge across different character modes. The game features well-paced platforming, creative boss fights, and a solid weapon absorption mechanic reminiscent of Mega Man, alongside beautiful pixel art and a nostalgic soundtrack. Overall, while some aspects may not appeal to everyone, many players enjoy the diverse gameplay experiences and additional content offered.
- “The sprite work is great, the gameplay is well-paced, and there are plenty of secrets to find.”
- “Mastering the different mechanics is fun and rewarding, and there's much more content than what might seem at first glance.”
- “The gameplay is fluid and simple to understand.”
- “Marine's gameplay is guilty of this; my hands hurt trying to beat the bosses.”
- “I know this is supposed to be a Mega Man game and all, but relying on charge or the default fire button for so many different game mechanics leads to a lot of frustrating inputs.”
- “This is already not my favorite style of gameplay to begin with.”
music
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with players praising the catchy 8-bit remixes of popular Hololive songs that are both memorable and enjoyable. While some users noted minor challenges in accessing the music room, the overall soundtrack is described as a highlight, featuring a variety of engaging tracks that enhance the gameplay experience. Fans of Hololive, in particular, will appreciate the nostalgic and vibrant musical arrangements that complement the game's aesthetic.
- “The music remixes are *chef's kiss* although finding the music room once you unlock it can be a challenge.”
- “Music-wise, the game only has bangers; there are barely any songs that feel kinda meh.”
- “A few more quick things: the music tracks are all chiptune versions of popular Hololive songs, and they sound incredibly good.”
- “The music, while nothing too special when it comes to these kinds of games, is chock full of 8-bit remixes of songs from the holomems.”
- “First is a purely personal one, but the music is a slight downgrade.”
- “(edit: I realized that the latter two are also probably licensing/copyright issues, as they, along with the little bit of candy-go-round in stage 1's theme and stardust song in stage 5c, are all part of the floral circlet series of group songs. Still a bit of a bummer though.)”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are highly praised for their aesthetically pleasing pixel art style, which enhances the overall visual appeal. Many users appreciate the improvements made since its earlier version, noting that the attractive visuals contribute positively to the gaming experience.
- “The easiest pro to mention are probably the graphics.”
- “Aesthetically pleasant pixel art style.”
- “The graphics are much improved from when Nuinui Quest was in its infancy over on itch.”
- “The graphics are much improved from when Nuinui Quest was in its infancy over on Itch.”
- “Nuinui Quest is a Rockman/Megaman-esque, pixel-art style game involving a handful of the cast of the virtual idol/entertainer group, Hololive.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is highlighted by its challenging achievements and the inclusion of two additional campaigns, providing substantial content for players. Fans of hololive will particularly enjoy the nostalgic 8-bit arrangements of familiar songs and characters, enhancing the overall experience. Overall, the combination of engaging gameplay and appealing aesthetics contributes to its strong replay value.
- “Amazing game, great pixel art, majestic chiptune OST, good replay value.”
- “The game's replayability comes from its challenging achievements.”
- “Very replayable, and the two added campaigns offer a lot of content!”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that it demands excessive time and effort, particularly for health recovery and achievement completion. Many feel that the grinding mechanics detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Healing to full either requires grinding health, grinding rock-paper-scissors with Watame, or just dying to something.”
- “I did not enjoy grinding the achievements exclusively unlocked by her.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the game evokes strong positive emotions, particularly happiness, highlighting its ability to create an enjoyable and uplifting experience.
- “Made me feel happy; what a great game.”
- “The story touched my heart and left a lasting impression.”
- “I felt a deep connection with the characters and their struggles.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game demonstrates strong stability, with users reporting a smooth gameplay experience and no encountered glitches. The platforming variety is well-implemented, contributing to a clear and engaging adventure despite its shorter length.
- “The gameplay is smoothly implemented, and I've encountered no glitches so far, which is a very good sign. The platforming variety keeps things interesting.”
- “Everything works seamlessly, and the adventure, while not the longest, is well-structured with clear objectives for each section.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive; I haven't experienced any issues, allowing me to fully enjoy the diverse gameplay.”