Food Girls
- June 6, 2019
- SimonCreative
Get on SteamIn "Food Girls", you are a consultant hired to help revive a failing local snack street. The game features a unique business management system, with characters voiced by Japanese voice actors and a rich storyline. Your goal is to modernize the street and attract customers, all while uncovering shocking news that could change everything. There are multiple endings and over 30 CGs to discover. Please note that all characters are over the age of 18 and any similarity to real people or events is coincidental.
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features excellent writing, engaging gameplay mechanics, and a charming soundtrack that enhances the experience.
- The artwork is top-notch, with cute character designs and enjoyable animations, making it visually appealing.
- There are multiple routes and endings to explore, providing a rich and replayable experience for players.
- The game can feel short, and some players may find themselves grinding through multiple endings to fully experience the content.
- There are some translation and grammar issues that can detract from the overall experience, though they are not game-breaking.
- The redesign of certain characters due to censorship has disappointed some fans, as it altered their original charm.
- story34 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The story primarily revolves around food and features a rich narrative that includes individual storylines for each character, making it engaging and replayable. While the overall plot is described as good but not exceptional, it effectively combines elements of Taiwanese culture and character development. Players appreciate the simple yet interesting concept, which enhances the gameplay experience beyond that of a traditional visual novel.
“This is great because the story is interesting and all the characters are very cute and lovable.”
“I really like the game and how each story progresses differently until the end.”
“Rich storyline.”
“The game's story revolves around trying to save the street market by investing money into the shops and improving their quality (not sure yet as I've only played until the prologue as of writing this).”
“Story is focused mainly on food, if that's not obvious from the title.”
“(long story in short, Steam considered the game child porn.)”
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, particularly for its catchy soundtracks created by the talented artist 3r2, known for memorable themes like the "Rabi-Ribi" theme song. Reviewers highlight the excellent writing and the music's ability to enhance the surprisingly challenging gameplay mechanics.
“Good music, excellent writing, surprisingly challenging gameplay mechanics.”
“The music is done by 3r2, one of the most talented artists who has created many catchy soundtracks before. The Rabi-Ribi theme song is incredibly catchy; need I say more?”
“The music is done by 3r2, one of the most talented artists who has created many catchy soundtracks before. The Rabi-Ribi theme song is incredibly catchy; need I say more?”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is noted for its simplicity yet engaging mechanics, surpassing traditional visual novels and making replaying to explore different character stories enjoyable rather than tedious. Additionally, the combination of good music and excellent writing enhances the overall experience, with some players finding the gameplay surprisingly challenging.
“Good music, excellent writing, surprisingly challenging gameplay mechanics.”
“The gameplay is simple, but more engaging than a traditional visual novel, so replaying to see all the girls' stories didn’t feel like grinding.”
- character development4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the character development in Simon's creative visual novels, highlighting the impressive quality of character design and animations that enhance the overall experience. The depth and progression of characters are particularly appreciated, contributing to a compelling narrative.
“The character development is truly engaging and adds depth to the story.”
“I really enjoy the character development; it makes the characters feel real and relatable.”
“The character design and animations are of amazing quality, enhancing the overall experience.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their excellent artwork and appealing character designs, featuring cute girls and a balanced amount of fan service. The visual presentation contributes significantly to the game's engaging experience, with multiple routes enhancing the overall enjoyment.
“The artwork is excellent, with many routes to choose from that keep me engaged.”
“The graphics are stunning, and the character designs are adorable, striking the perfect balance of fan service.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find that the gameplay, while simple, is more engaging than traditional visual novels, making the experience of replaying to explore all character stories feel less like grinding and more enjoyable.
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users consistently highlight the game's strong narrative as a key factor in its replayability, suggesting that the engaging story encourages players to experience it multiple times.
“The game has a compelling story that makes it highly replayable.”
“The engaging narrative and multiple choices ensure that each playthrough feels fresh.”
“With various endings and character paths, the replayability factor is off the charts.”
