Flowers: Le Volume sur Automne
- July 30, 2020
- Innocent Grey
Get on Steam"Flowers: Le Volume sur Automne" is a visual novel and the third game in the Flowers series by Innocent Grey. The story follows Yuzuriha Yatsushiro, president of the school's Council of Nicaea, who challenges silver-haired student Suoh to take over her role in order to access a hidden truth. As the two navigate their new roles, they create an intricate story of love, truth, and buried secrets against the backdrop of strange incidents at the isolated Saint Angraecum Academy. The game is known for its beautiful artwork, engaging stories, and complex characters.
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Reviews
- The game features beautiful art and music, enhancing the emotional depth of the story.
- Yuzuriha's character development is profound, showcasing her struggles with identity and love in a relatable way.
- The writing effectively tackles themes of unrequited love and the complexities of lesbian relationships in a Christian school setting.
- Some characters, particularly Nerine, feel underdeveloped and lack depth outside of key moments.
- The romance between Yuzuriha and Nerine may feel rushed or insufficiently developed compared to the overall story.
- There are notable translation errors and untranslated content that detract from the overall experience.
- story52 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its emotional depth, character development, and cohesive narrative across the series, with themes of love, identity, and acceptance resonating strongly. While some found certain character attachments overly intense, the overall tone ranges from bittersweet to melancholic, enhancing the relatability of the characters' journeys. Players who have followed the series are likely to appreciate the intricate storytelling and the satisfying resolutions of character arcs, making it a compelling read for fans of the genre.
“This is a powerful story about identity, love, acceptance, and forgiveness.”
“Yuzuriha's story starts with the realization of her feelings towards a certain childhood friend, Nerine Komikado. From then on, the story tells itself in a very melancholic, dramatic, and yet relatable romance.”
“The characters are round and dynamic, the story world is really interesting, and the overarching story is compelling.”
“The main story of Automne itself is not very different from the previous two entries.”
“For the overall story, I would say the romance between the two girls was undeveloped.”
“I felt this story's setting and other characters were developed more, while the romance's payoff was near the ending.”
- music21 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game series is consistently praised for its beauty and emotional depth, enhancing the overall experience with a relaxing and fairy-tale-like soundtrack. Reviewers highlight standout tracks, such as "Rainbow Magic," and note that the music complements the stunning visuals, creating a harmonious atmosphere that resonates with the themes of growth and nostalgia. Overall, the art and music are regarded as top-notch, contributing significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
“The music and visuals keep the heart flowing with the scenes, from Suoh approaching the school to the end of Sur Automne, what a beautiful innocent journey of the girls who grow with the seasons.”
“As with the other games in the series, the music is beautiful and the art is some of the prettiest you'll find in a visual novel.”
“The music, while good in all seasons, sounds distinctly fairy-tale-like here, fitting the Wizard of Oz theme quite well.”
“Music ∞/10”
“The most somber and melancholic part in the series so far, with a somber and melancholic soundtrack to boot.”
“Musics transcended me a bit less.”
- emotional11 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with players highlighting its heartfelt confessions and deep, dramatic romances that evoke strong feelings of yearning and longing. Many reviewers describe the narrative as both beautiful and heart-wrenching, leading to emotional responses such as tears and a profound connection to the characters, particularly Yuzuriha. Overall, the game is recognized for its ability to blend wholesome moments with complex emotional depth, making it a standout in the visual novel genre.
“It has the best and most heartfelt confession of a visual novel main character I've ever witnessed.”
“Automne is a dramatic, heart-wrenching romance that took an axe to my heart.”
“This is one of the hardest, most emotionally draining, and most beautiful visual novels that I have ever read.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the series are consistently praised for their beautiful artwork and captivating art style, which effectively complement the relaxing soundtrack. Reviewers highlight the stunning visuals that enhance the emotional journey of the characters, making each seasonal episode visually appealing and immersive.
“The music and visuals keep the heart flowing with the scenes, from Suoh approaching the school to the end of Sur Automne. What a beautiful, innocent journey of the girls who grow with the seasons.”
“Both in visuals and sound, the series continues to be really good with a relaxing soundtrack and beautiful artwork.”
“The cake glazing (visuals, music): the flowers in the two previous episodes were beautiful to me, and the autumn episode is no different.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of comedic relief and deeper characterization, particularly through the character of Autumn, who delivers both laughter and emotional depth. Players find the Halloween party scene especially hilarious, with Autumn's humor resonating more than that of other characters, balancing moments of joy with poignant drama.
“She was funny, often the comic relief, yet the extra bits of characterization splashed between her more boisterous lines hinted at something deeper.”
“Despite all my mentions of the game's more dramatic side, Autumn is still very funny.”
“The Halloween party, in particular, is hilarious.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in this episode is praised for its depth and intricacy, offering impressive layers that enhance the narrative and character relationships. Reviewers appreciate the detailed exploration of characters, which adds significant value to the overall experience.
“But while I dare say I almost missed a bit of weather talk, I don't mind at all, as this episode provides deeper layers of character development and entanglement.”
“The level of detail on character development is impressive and amazing.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay features detective-style segments that are now more accessible and less convoluted, enhancing the overall experience for players.
“The detective-style gameplay segments are engaging and not overly complicated.”
“The gameplay offers a perfect balance of challenge and accessibility.”
“I love how the gameplay mechanics keep evolving, making each session feel fresh and exciting.”
“The detective-style gameplay segments are still frustratingly obtuse.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt the overall gameplay experience.”
