Fox Hime Zero
- May 23, 2018
- AsicxArt
- 2h median play time
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- The story is heartwarming and emotional, with many players expressing that it made them cry.
- The artwork and character designs are beautiful, with animated sprites that enhance the experience.
- The game features a lovely soundtrack and voice acting, adding depth to the overall presentation.
- The translation has several grammatical errors and awkward phrasing, which can detract from the experience.
- The game is relatively short, lasting only about 2-4 hours, which may leave some players wanting more.
- There are no choices or branching paths, making it a linear experience that may not appeal to all visual novel fans.
- story512 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story of "Fox Hime Zero" is generally praised for its emotional depth and charming characters, particularly the relationship between the protagonist, Yan, and the fox spirit, Mori. While some reviewers note that the narrative is somewhat predictable and linear, lacking player choices, many find it a touching and heartwarming experience that resonates well with fans of visual novels. The artwork and music further enhance the storytelling, making it a worthwhile read despite its brevity and occasional translation issues.
“The beautifully crafted plot and characters bring the game world to life and draw you into their story.”
“I absolutely loved the story, and Mori is undeniably cute and kind.”
“The story is so beautiful and very thought out for the characters and others ideas put into it, and amazing artwork for all the scenes in the game.”
“The story is short, as mentioned above, but wholesome.”
“The story's fairly predictable, generic, and meanders about - it takes a long while to even start, ends equally abruptly with great many issues left unresolved, and it never really feels like much at all happened in between.”
“However, I was somewhat disappointed with how the story ended – it concluded rather abruptly, almost without a proper resolution.”
- music146 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its ability to enhance the emotional depth and atmosphere of the story, with many users noting its soothing and fitting qualities. While some tracks are recognized as stock music, they are well-integrated and contribute positively to the overall experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, with many players expressing a desire to listen to it outside of the game.
“The music is very soothing and adds more emotion to the scene and story; the songs will go straight to my favorite lofi playlist for later.”
“The soundtrack is amazing, memorable, and feels-inducing, truly enhancing the game experience.”
“The music, the story, and the art all come together to create a great impact on my feelings and emotions while playing.”
“So far the one little problem I had was, when you boot up the game, the background music and main sounds were too loud, as you are unable to turn down the music volume in-game, and you have to turn down your main PC volume level.”
“I felt that some songs had rather poor audio quality (not sure if it was my system, but I feel it was more likely the source quality that was poor).”
“An encore of the shortened version of the song 'where you are' is played near the ending of this visual novel while the new song 'inner' that is played at the opening theme (both sung by Kei) are shortened versions this time which may disappoint those who are expecting full versions of both songs that will be played during the visual novel.”
- graphics98 mentions
- 66 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics in "Fox Hime Zero" are widely praised for their stunning quality, vibrant colors, and charming character designs, making them a standout feature of the game. Reviewers highlight the beautiful artwork and animations, which enhance the overall visual experience and complement the engaging storyline. Many recommend the game for its impressive visuals, which are considered exceptional for its price point, appealing to both visual novel veterans and newcomers alike.
“With its stunning artwork, engaging characters, and gripping storyline, this game effortlessly captures the hearts of both avid visual novel enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre.”
“The artwork throughout is certainly equally as stunning and so is the music, the voiceovers are spot-on and fits the characters to a tee, and the kinetic story is sweet and lovely.”
“The visuals, the art, they all got me.”
“Visuals were fine with decent variety of backgrounds and character scenes.”
“The artwork is the main highlight of this visual novel with great artwork in game cover, steam badges, emoticons, profile backgrounds and achievement icons making it a good choice to showcase on profiles.”
- emotional91 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised, with many players expressing that it made them cry due to its touching story and well-developed characters. The narrative explores themes of love, sacrifice, and self-discovery, enhanced by beautiful artwork and a fitting musical score, creating a heartfelt experience that resonates deeply with players. Overall, it is described as a wholesome and engaging visual novel that successfully evokes a range of emotions, from joy to heartbreak.
“The art brings their world to life, enhancing the story’s emotional impact.”
“But for fans of slow-burn romance and immersive storytelling, this game offers a beautifully crafted and heartfelt experience, making it a touching exploration of love between different worlds.”
“The story is so beautiful and very thought out for the characters and other ideas put into it, and amazing artwork for all the scenes in the game and for the characters. In certain parts of the story, it made me cry.”
- humor20 mentions
- 95 % positive mentions
- -10 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The humor in "Fox Hime Zero" is characterized by a blend of cute and funny moments, with engaging dialogue and charming character interactions that evoke laughter. Players appreciate the game's ability to balance humor with emotional depth, although some found the translation issues amusingly awkward. Overall, the visual novel is praised for its delightful artwork and the lighthearted, entertaining narrative that keeps players engaged.
“Lovely, cute, heartbreaking story with both funny and woeful moments.”
“The characters are so funny and cute that it just makes you want more and more.”
“The story was just absolutely amazing and the occasional broken English really doesn't kill the mood, it actually adds to it as an extra comedy because of how broken and funny the English can be in this visual novel.”
“I love playing through visual novels that seem cringey or hilarious with friends and then writing a review for them. Frequently, when going through those tags, I would see the Fox Hime games appear.”
“The humor in this game falls flat and often feels forced, making it more awkward than funny.”
“I expected some clever jokes, but instead, the humor was stale and predictable.”
- atmosphere18 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the effective use of music and soundtracks that enhance the emotional and narrative experience. The visuals and voice acting also contribute significantly to creating a captivating and immersive environment, making it appealing to both veterans and newcomers alike. Overall, the combination of soothing melodies, engaging storytelling, and beautiful art fosters a pleasant and memorable atmosphere.
“The musical accompaniment is also commendable, as it creates a suitable atmosphere in the game.”
“The background music and Japanese vocal tracks complement the romance perfectly, creating a soothing atmosphere.”
“Good lore, great voice acting, music is perfect for the atmosphere, and I was deeply invested.”
“Unlike the first Fox Hime game, this has much better atmosphere and environment.”
“The art, the interactive conversation that they have, just literally brings me into the atmosphere of the game; the voice actors also did a really great job!”
“Background songs match fine with the atmosphere.”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this visual novel is virtually non-existent, with players primarily clicking through poorly written dialogue and lacking any meaningful interactions or decision-making. Reviewers consistently note that there are no gameplay mechanics to engage with, reducing the experience to simply pressing enter to progress through the story.
“Gameplay remained the same as with Fox Hime, which means no interactions are required from the player.”
“Gameplay-wise, you don't make decisions like in most visual novels.”
“There's literally no gameplay at all; just keep mashing enter until you're at the end.”
“As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print, which poses the question, 'how did something this badly written end up on Steam?'”
“As a game, the gameplay is virtually non-existent, even for a visual novel, which isn't the greatest thing.”
“There's literally no gameplay at all, just keep mashing enter until you're at the end.”
- character development10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, character development in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the engaging pacing and charming designs that enhance the narrative. While some characters are well-developed, others lack visual representation, which detracts from their impact. Comparatively, previous titles in the series are noted for offering deeper character arcs and more compelling plots.
“The overarching story is somewhat cliche and has been seen before, but the pacing of the story and character development kept me engaged throughout.”
“Cute kitsune romance story, good character development.”
“Really enjoyed the character developments as well.”
“And then there is one supporting character that holds an important role in the story but has no character design, not even a silhouette.”
“The other Fox Hime game has better plot and more character development for both of its characters, which include Mori and another female human.”
- replayability7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
Overall, the game has limited replayability, primarily due to its static visual novel format, which may not entice players to revisit it frequently. However, many users still found the story and art enjoyable enough to recommend it, with some expressing a desire to revisit specific character arcs in the future.
“🔲 Infinitely replayable (or almost)”
“Nice story and art, but not really replayable unless you're bored or forget the story.”
“I will still recommend it despite the low replay value.”
“And although your mileage on replay value might differ with it being a static visual novel, I'll be revisiting Yan's and Mori's story someday for sure.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
While the game's art and character animations are praised for their smoothness, players have noted that it struggles with optimization on low-powered PCs, impacting the overall performance and experience.
“The art is amazing; there's even animation for the characters that runs smoothly.”
“But the game is kind of unoptimized for low-powered PCs like mine.”
“Finally, let's address the price-performance ratio.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users find the grinding aspect of visual novels and e-books tedious, likening it to a frustratingly slow reading experience where players must click to progress through text, detracting from the enjoyment of the story. Additionally, some mention the need for extra lives to manage the grinding, indicating it can be a significant barrier to engagement.
“Visual novels/e-books are tedious at best... imagine the best novel you ever read, be that Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy or 2001: A Space Odyssey or Twilight (if you have terrible taste in literature), but then translate that to a format where the words dribble out and you have to click your mouse every time you want to read the next sentence, instead of just turning the pages.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is surprisingly well-received, with players noting it avoids typical pitfalls associated with anime-themed titles, suggesting a more thoughtful approach rather than a mere cash grab.
“After playing through the entire game, I have to apologize for assuming this would be the run-of-the-mill anime cash grab.”
“The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
“It's frustrating that so many features are locked behind paywalls, which detracts from the overall experience.”
