GenEi AP: Empty Heart

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GenEi AP: Empty Heart is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Yokaze and was released on April 9, 2022. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

GenEi AP: Empty Heart is a single-player musical game featuring an intriguing story set in the vibrant world of Harumakigohan. Play as Mikage, who embarks on a mysterious journey to find songs that will delight her friend Spica. With pretty visuals and captivating music, uncover the secrets behind each door and the heartbeat you hear.

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98%

Audience ScoreBased on 90 reviews

music12 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful pixel art and a charming atmosphere that immerses players in Harumaki Gohan's music and storytelling.
The gameplay is simple and enjoyable, with many hints provided to help players navigate the puzzles, making it accessible for both fans and newcomers.
The story is touching and relatable, resonating well with players, especially those familiar with Harumaki Gohan's work.

The game is quite short, leaving some players wishing for more content and a longer experience.
Some players found certain puzzles, like the Dreamless Dreams CD, to be a bit challenging, which could be frustrating for those less familiar with Harumaki Gohan's music.
There are occasional technical issues, such as sound problems on certain devices, which can detract from the overall experience.

music
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
60%
8%
The music in the game is widely praised for its immersive quality and emotional depth, enhancing the overall experience and complementing the visuals and story. Fans of harumaki gohan appreciate how the game introduces his songs within a heartfelt narrative, making it a nostalgic and enjoyable journey. While some players wish for additional content post-completion, the combination of catchy tunes and beautiful pixel art creates a captivating atmosphere that resonates with music lovers.
- “The colors, music, and sound effects create a really immersive experience!”
- “The story and visuals are faithful to harumaki gohan's usual style in his music videos, so as a fan, it was a very pleasing world to explore.”
- “I love this so much I love harumaki gohan's music and it's lovely to see how it is described and presented here; the gameplay is top-notch and brilliant!”
- “It'd be cool if there was like a jukebox where we can listen to all the music in the game, but maybe that's asking for too much?”
- “I kind of wish there was more to do after you completed the story and collecting the music, but it works well as a one-time experience.”
- “Music lovers will appreciate the notion of escape through sound.”
story
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
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The game's story is a poignant and heartwarming exploration of a lonely 17-year-old Japanese student who finds solace in music, beautifully intertwined with the game's soundtrack. Players appreciate the emotional depth and creative storytelling, especially if they are familiar with the artist Harumaki Gohan, though some find the narrative a bit confusing without that context. Overall, the visuals and music enhance the experience, making it a memorable, albeit short, journey.
- “Definitely an interesting story, especially when you already know some or all of the songs included in this game, to see it all implemented in the story and also seeing the different emotions that they carry.”
- “This game is lovely; I love the art, the songs, and the story.”
- “The story has deep meaning related to a lonely 17-year-old Japanese student where music was her only refuge.”
- “The story is potentially a bit confusing if you don't know who Harumaki Gohan is, but if you do, this is an absolutely beautiful little journey through his discography.”
- “Amazing app, I kinda wish there was more to do after you completed the story and collecting the music, but it works well as a one-time experience and I love it as it is.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their gorgeous aesthetic and faithful representation of the artist's style, reminiscent of Harumaki Gohan's music videos. Players appreciate the cute and beautiful character designs, as well as the overall visual experience, which enhances the engaging storyline and soundtrack. Despite being a short game, the combination of stunning visuals and captivating music leaves a lasting impression on players.
- “The story and visuals are faithful to Harumaki Gohan's usual style in his music videos, so as a fan, it was a very pleasing world to explore.”
- “Has a gorgeous aesthetic which is very similar to the artist's music videos.”
- “ Mesmerizing graphics, gorgeous soundtrack, & unique gameplay/storyline; although, a bit on the shorter side.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The gameplay is generally praised for its simplicity and ease of understanding, making puzzle-solving enjoyable for players. While the experience is fun and visually stunning, with a captivating soundtrack and unique storyline, some users note that it lacks replayability and is relatively short. Overall, it offers a beautiful and engaging experience, particularly for fans of pixel art.
- “The gameplay is simple and it's not too hard to figure out the puzzles!”
- “The gameplay is so easy to understand and it isn't confusing at all.”
- “Beautiful game, everything about it, from the art (I'm a huge fan of pixel art) to the gameplay, and to the character designs, even the soundtracks!”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally resonant, praising its heartwarming story and high-quality music. Despite its brevity, the experience is described as wholesome and touching, leaving a lasting impression on players.
- “The songs are great and the quality too, the story is heartwarming and even though it's just a short game, I really enjoyed every moment of it.”
- “The bit of story that we get while playing is also really touching.”
- “It was short but wholesome and sweet; I loved every second of it.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The game features no intrusive ads and offers a compelling story, which users appreciate, while also promoting its CD playlist and live performances. Despite some optimization issues, the monetization approach is generally well-received.
- “The game has no ads, which is a huge plus for me. I can enjoy the story without interruptions!”
- “I appreciate that the monetization is fair and doesn't feel intrusive. It allows me to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
- “The in-game purchases are optional and don't affect gameplay, which makes for a more enjoyable experience overall.”
- “The monetization in this game is excessive and feels like a cash grab.”
- “I can't enjoy the game when every feature is locked behind a paywall.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many ads and promotions instead of actual gameplay content.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is enjoyable, but many users feel it lacks significant replayability, suggesting that once completed, there may be little incentive to revisit the game.
- “Gameplay is fun, although not very replayable.”
- “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel tedious.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is characterized as cute and dreamlike, reminiscent of harumaki gohan's music videos, creating an overall enchanting and immersive experience.
- “The style is really cute, and the atmosphere is very dreamlike, just like Harumaki Gohan's music videos.”
- “A very atmospheric and cute game.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is praised for its seamless integration of features, including an impressive CD playlist and live performance elements, enhancing the overall experience.

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GenEi AP: Empty Heart is a casual puzzle game.

GenEi AP: Empty Heart is available on Phone, iPad, iPhone, Tablet and others.

GenEi AP: Empty Heart was released on April 9, 2022.

GenEi AP: Empty Heart was developed by Yokaze.

GenEi AP: Empty Heart has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its monetization.

GenEi AP: Empty Heart is a single player game.

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