Fox Hime
- November 2, 2017
- AsicxArt
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Fox Hime" is a visual novel adventure game set in a fantasy world. The story follows a young fox spirit named Yuki who must navigate human society to uncover the truth about her past. Along the way, she'll encounter a diverse cast of characters, face moral dilemmas, and make choices that determine her fate. The game features beautiful anime-style artwork, atmospheric music, and multiple endings.
Reviews
- Beautiful artwork and character designs that enhance the visual experience.
- Touching story that explores themes of love and loss, resonating emotionally with players.
- Great soundtrack that complements the atmosphere of the game.
- Poor English translation with numerous grammatical errors that detract from the overall experience.
- Very short playtime, typically around 1-2 hours, which may leave players wanting more.
- Lack of choices or branching paths, making it feel more like a linear story than an interactive game.
- story355 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its brevity and lack of depth, often describing it as rushed and predictable. While some appreciated the emotional themes and beautiful artwork, others criticized the poor translation and lack of character development, leading to a disjointed narrative experience. Overall, it is seen as a cute but simplistic tale that may appeal to those looking for a light, romantic story, albeit with significant flaws in execution.
“Fox Hime is a very good visual novel game with a beautiful story.”
“Beautiful and moving... a great concept with great art, characters, and storyline.”
“The story is sweet, even gentle and oddly soothing, but it’s simply translated in a fashion that makes it a bit frustrating.”
“The story feels incredibly rushed; you could squeeze out a few entertaining hours of playtime just from the time skips.”
“I'm not sure what I was expecting, but what I got was a dull story that was mercifully short.”
“The plot felt rushed and had so many plot holes here and there; the story has incredible potential, but only 10% of it was utilized.”
- music102 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its ability to enhance the atmosphere and complement the story, while others find it repetitive or poorly executed in terms of transitions. Some players highlight specific tracks as memorable and emotionally impactful, while others note that the soundtrack lacks variety and can be jarring at times. Overall, the music is generally considered a strong point, contributing positively to the game's experience despite some criticisms.
“Beautiful artwork, great music, a touching story.”
“Incredible soundtrack, enhancing the game’s experience and story tenfold, you get lost in this beautifully crafted work of art.”
“The music is always fitting to the game situation.”
“The music is quite repetitive and I feel it doesn't add much atmosphere to the story for most of it.”
“My feelings are on the fence with this game; the story is good and so is the art, but the translation isn't done very well and can ruin a lot of good scenes. Plus, the music doesn't loop properly, so when the song ends, it just drops and then picks back up real quick, and it's kind of harsh on the ears.”
“The music tends to switch from happy to sad in the weirdest moments, making it truly feel like you aren't playing a game but looking at a teenage girl on a period where her mood and emotions swing faster than you can swing the rope.”
- graphics68 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful and colorful art style, with many reviewers highlighting the high-quality artwork and appealing character designs. While the visuals generally meet polished anime standards, some users noted occasional low-resolution textures and minor issues with character proportions. Overall, the artwork is considered a significant strength of the game, making it a worthwhile purchase, especially when on sale.
“The graphics are beautiful, and the sprites are similar to those from the Lovekami games, being semi-three-dimensional and moving.”
“The artwork is great, being very colorful and attractive among the game's CGs with animated sprites in each female character.”
“Beautiful artwork, great music, a touching story.”
“I'm also surprised at the quality of the visuals, though sometimes textures in the background are very low resolution.”
“Art style is a little murky in the backgrounds for my liking.”
“Visuals are okayish and not up to the mark of what I expected (I didn't like Mori's cheeks, they seemed weird for some reason).”
- emotional38 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised for its wholesome and touching narrative, often evoking strong feelings and even tears from players. Many reviews highlight the beautiful artwork and music that enhance the heartfelt story, despite some noting issues with translation that may affect emotional connection. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a heartwarming and bittersweet experience.
“It was very wholesome and tugged at my heartstrings a little bit.”
“Honestly a beautiful and heartwarming story which has brought me to tears at the last scene.”
“Very emotional and touching story, I can't hold back my feelings and tears kept shedding as I approached the end.”
- character development12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is generally viewed as lacking, with many reviewers noting that the story feels rushed and underdeveloped, particularly towards the climax and ending. While some appreciate the lovable characters and beautiful designs, they express a desire for deeper character exploration, especially given the game's short length. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the characters are enjoyable, the narrative fails to provide sufficient depth to fully engage players.
“Cute little novel with an amazing story, lovable characters, and beautiful artwork and character designs.”
“It has good characters and good character development for a short game.”
“I enjoyed what I did see; I particularly liked the character design and music.”
“Plot wise, it's weak and obvious, character development lacking.”
“Sure it's romancy and sweet but after the story hits the climax it ends up just rushing the story, love, and character development all the way to the disappointing ending.”
“While expected due to its low cost, the short length meant there wasn't much character development.”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is primarily a passive experience, focusing on a well-paced visual novel narrative that lasts around 2-3 hours, with limited player choices impacting the story. Some users expressed frustration over the lack of interactivity and the absence of a skip button, which detracted from the overall experience. Overall, the gameplay is simple and designed for enjoyment rather than challenge.
“The gameplay is just as simple; you sit back and enjoy a beautiful story in visual art form.”
“- short (roughly 2/3 hours gameplay)”
“I don't generally dislike the game, but if I could make my own choices that would affect the gameplay, I think it would make for a better game.”
“There aren’t many spots a choice could have been made; in fact, the whole story is solid and well-paced in around 2 hours of gameplay.”
“A simple little coming-of-age story in a visual novel form - no gameplay here.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by sarcastic dialogues and amusing visual discrepancies, such as mismatched backgrounds and odd character designs. While some players find the poor translation unintentionally funny, contributing to the game's charm, others appreciate the occasional witty moments amidst a touching narrative. Overall, the humor is a mix of intentional and unintentional elements that add a unique flavor to the experience.
“Some dialogues come across as funny when Liya or Mori use sarcasm.”
“However, it does look funny when Yan talks about a full canteen while the picture shows a nearly empty one.”
“The inadvertent humor of the poor translation is the game's only redeemable feature.”
- atmosphere9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its immersive and well-crafted environments, such as the bookstore and amusement park, which enhance the overall experience. While some find the music repetitive and less impactful, others appreciate its chill vibe and how it complements the stunning visuals and dramatic elements. Overall, the game's atmosphere is considered a strong point, contributing to its unique charm and appeal.
“Definitely creating an atmosphere, which is rare, but that again, it proves the quality and dedication!”
“The backgrounds used were also well made and set up the atmosphere properly, such as the bookstore and amusement park.”
“I enjoyed the background music as it's very chill and fits the atmosphere; the art is cute, and the fact that it uses Live2D is a big plus in my book as I'm quite aware of how hard it can be to set it up for a visual novel.”
“The music is quite repetitive and I feel it doesn't add much atmosphere to the story for most of it.”
“Definitely creating an atmosphere, which is rare, but that again, it proves a lack of quality and dedication!”
“I really felt the dramatic atmosphere.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is limited, as it lacks significant choices that lead to different outcomes or unique scenes, making it feel more like a one-time experience akin to reading a book. While some players may revisit the story, the absence of varied content diminishes its overall replay value.
“Infinitely replayable (or almost).”
“Replayability is a key feature of this game, offering players numerous paths and outcomes to explore.”
“The game encourages multiple playthroughs with its diverse choices and branching storylines.”
“Unfortunately, this is where the game falls short. A visual novel rarely has replay value unless you want to experience the story again, which tends to happen with any good book. However, in a few months' interval, Fox Hime doesn’t offer any choices that give you different gallery pictures or unique scenes, so unfortunately, it doesn’t really have that option in this regard.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
