Great Deceiver

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Great Deceiver is a single player action game. It was developed by Elf and was released on August 4, 2022. It received neutral reviews from players.

A visual novel about what happens when a modern-day empress meets an ordinary man.

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Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The femdom concept and exploration of taboos and fetishes are well-executed and unique in the visual novel space.
The artwork is high-quality, showcasing the skilled hands of Sei Shoujo, which fans of the genre will appreciate.
The writing and content are engaging for those who enjoy the themes presented, making it a worthwhile experience for specific audiences.

The game lacks meaningful choices, leading to a frustrating experience where players feel they are just watching a bad ending unfold.
The content is heavily censored, requiring players to seek out patches to unlock scenes, which detracts from the overall experience.
The game is criticized for being short and uninteresting, with many reviewers feeling it does not justify its price or compare favorably to other titles in the genre.

story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is noted for its unique portrayal of female antagonists, which is a refreshing change in the visual novel genre. However, players express disappointment with the lack of meaningful choices and the brevity of the narrative, leading to an unsatisfying experience that culminates in a predetermined bad ending.
- “I think they set it up well, and it's rare to see evil women instead of men in the visual novel space, but I didn't welcome that plot twist.”
- “I don't get any choices, and the game story just goes straight to the bad ending.”
- “10-minute story?”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their impressive artwork, showcasing the talent of the creators behind notable titles like "Bible" and "Discipline." For fans of Sei Shoujo's style, the uncensored releases of "Closed Game" and "Starless" from JAST USA are highly recommended.
- “Great artwork created by the skilled hands that brought us 'Bible' and 'Discipline'.”
- “I recommend getting the uncensored release of 'Closed Game' and 'Starless' from JAST USA if you appreciate Sei Shoujo's artwork.”
grinding
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The grinding aspect of the game is characterized by repetitive and absurd scenarios that often lead to the protagonist facing humiliating and grotesque situations, creating a sense of tedium and inevitability in the gameplay. While some moments may elicit laughter due to their outrageousness, the overall experience is marred by the monotony of the protagonist's misfortunes.