Fortissimo FA
- May 31, 2018
- La’cryma
Get on SteamReiji is a typical student on the remote southwest island of Tsukuyomi-jima. However, due to an unexpected event where his life was in danger, he awakened as the 13th magical summoner. After summoning the spirit and magical superweapon Sakura, she gifts him with the special ability ‘Da Capo,’ which allows him to summon anyone who he met in the past 24 hours or reverts items back to its previous st…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a rich musical theme that enhances the immersive experience, with captivating soundtracks and interactive musical sequences.
- Every line is voiced, contributing to an emotional narrative that resonates deeply with players, often evoking strong feelings.
- The game is available at a low price, making it an accessible option for players looking for a visual novel experience.
- There is currently no English localization available, which limits accessibility for players who do not understand Chinese.
- The game has a steep learning curve, particularly for those new to rhythm games or visual novels, which may lead to frustration.
- Once the main narrative paths are completed, the game has limited replay value due to a lack of substantial branching storylines or alternative endings.
- music26 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The music in "Fortissimo FA" is highly praised for its rich and captivating themes, enhancing the immersive experience of the game. Players enjoy the delightful soundtracks and interactive musical sequences, although mastering the rhythm-based gameplay can be challenging for newcomers. Overall, the game's melodic compositions and engaging auditory journey make it appealing to fans of visual novels and music enthusiasts, despite some frustrations related to language barriers.
“Fortissimo FA boasts a rich musical theme that permeates throughout the game, enhancing the overall immersive experience for players.”
“From captivating soundtracks to melodic compositions, the game offers a delightful auditory journey.”
“Players not only follow a compelling narrative but also participate in interactive musical sequences, adding depth to the gaming experience.”
“But right now, if you ask me, I'd rather wait for the English version to arrive instead of spending hours just to see CGs, backgrounds, and listen to music without knowing what the hell just happened in this visual novel.”
“Mastering the timing and coordination required for the musical segments can be challenging, potentially leading to frustration for some players.”
“While the game's focus is primarily on its musical and narrative elements, improvements in graphical quality could enhance the overall experience.”
- story22 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The story is emotionally impactful, with players reporting multiple instances of crying during gameplay, though it may be challenging to fully appreciate without proficiency in Chinese. While the narrative effectively blends visual novel elements with rhythm-based gameplay, it suffers from limited replay value due to a lack of branching paths or alternative endings. Overall, it offers an engaging experience for fans of both storytelling and music, despite its potential accessibility issues.
“But this story made me cry multiple times in these 2 weeks playing it.”
“Good story, sounds, and background music.”
“While it may pose challenges for newcomers to rhythm-based gaming, its immersive storytelling and melodic compositions make it a worthwhile journey for fans of visual novels and music enthusiasts alike.”
“Unless you have better knowledge of Chinese language, you are out of luck to understand this story.”
“Without substantial branching storylines or alternative endings, the game's long-term appeal may diminish for certain players.”
“The plot is like always.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Fortissimo FA is characterized by its engaging mechanics that successfully blend visual novel storytelling with rhythm-based segments, creating an enchanting experience. However, players may find limited replay value after completing the main narrative paths.
“The game features engaging gameplay mechanics, blending elements of visual novel storytelling with rhythm-based gameplay segments.”
“Fortissimo FA delivers an enchanting experience with its captivating musical theme and engaging gameplay mechanics.”
“Engaging blend of visual novel storytelling and rhythm-based gameplay.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their quality, contributing positively to the game's aesthetic, though some users feel that further improvements could enhance the overall experience. However, it's noted that there is currently no English localization available, which may limit accessibility for some players.
“Graphics look very good, but there is no English localization available yet (I understand one may be released in the future).”
“While the game's focus is primarily on its musical and narrative elements, improvements in graphical quality could enhance the overall experience.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Fortissimo FA is noted for its engaging storyline and gameplay; however, it suffers from limited replayability due to its linear narrative paths, which may leave players with little incentive to revisit the game after completing the main story.
“Limited replay value due to linear narrative paths.”
“Limited replay value due to linear narrative paths.”
