Glare1more
- September 14, 2018
- Kurenaibook
Glare is a word entry type of game. Aim to clear it by inputting words or phrases found during conversation.. Glare 1more is a remake of the free game, Glare 1, and includes a bonus scenario. If you enter the correct words and phrase during Glare’s conversation the story will advance.
Reviews
- The art and character design are beautiful, with well-done Live2D animations that enhance the experience.
- The unique gameplay mechanic of typing in keywords to progress the story is refreshing and adds a layer of challenge.
- The character Glare is charming and well-written, providing a wholesome and engaging experience for players who enjoy robot-themed narratives.
- The plot is minimal and can feel tedious, with gameplay that often requires guesswork and repetition of previous inputs.
- There are significant translation issues, including grammar errors and unnatural phrasing that detract from the overall experience.
- The game lacks audio elements like background music and sound effects, which can make the experience feel empty and unengaging.
- story19 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as minimal and often tedious, relying heavily on a text input mechanic that requires players to guess keywords to progress. While some players appreciate the unique storytelling elements and the engaging side mysteries, the overall narrative experience is considered short and lacking depth, with no voice acting or music to enhance immersion. Despite its flaws, the art and character design receive praise, and the game is recommended for those who enjoy romance and mystery themes.
“I do however admire the storytelling capabilities of the authors.”
“The main story is about finding out why Glare was sent to you, whereas the second story (which is my personal favorite) sends you both to a derelict spaceship where you have to solve the mystery of the disappeared crew.”
“The second story the game comes with is definitely the highlight and it will take you some time to solve the mystery.”
“I like the art/character design; however, the plot is almost non-existent. The gameplay, where you read a text and then try typing in words mentioned in the text in order to progress the story, gets tedious very fast. There's no voice acting or even background music, and the game is very short.”
“The story can only be progressed by finding the right buzzwords in your conversations with Glare and by typing them into a text field.”
“It's like 'Her Story,' just clunkier and an overall worse experience.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a unique text entry mechanic that allows players to type in words from the narrative to progress, which some find refreshing while others consider it tedious and confusing. While the game is short and lacks depth in plot and audio elements, it offers a wholesome experience with engaging dialogue and appealing character design. Overall, the gameplay is basic and involves guesswork, but it is complemented by nice illustrations and effective use of the text entry system, particularly in key moments.
“I love the mechanic of finding clues and typing them into the interface to progress the story and get unique dialogues.”
“The buzzword mechanic is a very refreshing way of progressing a visual novel.”
“The text entry system is used to great effect, especially at the climax, and the heroine's live2D animations enhance various story and gameplay moments.”
“I like the art/character design; however, the plot is almost non-existent. The gameplay, where you read a text and then try typing in words mentioned in the text in order to progress the story, gets tedious very fast. There's no voice acting or even background music, and the game is very short.”
“The 'gameplay' is very basic and involves a lot of guesswork, but the story is surprisingly nice and the overall experience is very wholesome.”
“The game is rather short and limited in scope, and the adult content is unimpressive; that said, the text entry system is used to great effect, especially at the climax.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its organic and wholesome character development, creating a surprisingly nice story that resonates with players. While the gameplay is basic and involves guesswork, the romantic elements are particularly praised, making it a recommended experience for those seeking heartfelt connections. Overall, the game successfully blends romance and cuteness, enhancing its emotional appeal.
“Her development with you is very organic and wholesome.”
“The gameplay is very basic and involves a lot of guesswork, but the story is surprisingly nice and the overall experience is very wholesome. Definitely recommended - more for the romance aspect than the lewd content, but both are really good here.”
“I swear, I thought this was a wholesome visual novel with a unique way of playing.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are heavily focused on fan service, which some users feel overshadows the plot. While the art style is perceived as somewhat amateurish, it still manages to satisfy certain players.
“Because all the graphical effort went into fan service.”
“I think fan service takes 75% of the visuals while being 5% of the plot.”
“The art style used in this game feels a bit amateur, but at least to me, it was satisfactory.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game is notably lacking, with users highlighting the absence of background music and voice acting, which contributes to a monotonous experience. This absence, combined with tedious gameplay mechanics, detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“I like the art and character design; however, the plot is almost non-existent. The gameplay, where you read a text and then try typing in words mentioned in the text to progress the story, gets tedious very fast. There's no voice acting or even background music, and the game is very short.”
“There was no music, and it did get stuck on a term. Even using the English guide, I didn't see a way to continue.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is hindered by a lack of depth in the plot and minimal engagement, as players find the gameplay repetitive and tedious due to the absence of voice acting and music. While the art and character design are appreciated, the overall experience feels shallow and underdeveloped.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, as it involves repetitively typing words from a minimal text to progress the story, which lacks engaging elements like voice acting or music. The overall experience is further diminished by a short gameplay length and a nearly absent plot.
“The gameplay, where you read a text and then try typing in words mentioned in the text to progress the story, gets tedious very fast.”
“There's no voice acting or even background music, which makes the experience feel even more monotonous.”
“The game is very short, leaving little room for meaningful engagement beyond the repetitive grinding.”