HaremKingdom
- October 25, 2021
- Smee
- 25h median play time
"HaremKingdom" is a single-player romantic simulation game, offering around 25 hours of playtime and filled with humor. After being caught in a royal recruitment, a man finds himself as a king who must build a harem and develop his kingdom, while navigating five potential romances in a strange seaside city. This hilarious adventure with a mix of politics and romance provides an unforgettable gaming experience.
Reviews
- The game features a hilarious and well-written story with memorable characters and comedic moments.
- The artwork and character designs are vibrant and appealing, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience.
- The game offers a unique take on the harem genre, providing multiple routes that explore different aspects of the characters' backstories.
- The mandatory incest content is unskippable and drawn out, which detracts from the overall experience for some players.
- The translation quality is inconsistent, with awkward phrasing and unnecessary additions that can disrupt immersion.
- The game lacks depth in its routes, making it feel formulaic and less engaging compared to other visual novels.
- story17 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The story is characterized by a light-hearted, comedic slice-of-life approach, featuring extensive backstories for each heroine and a mix of harem antics with some memorable moments. While some players found the randomness and harem elements less appealing, others praised the humor, worldbuilding, and engaging dialogue, noting that the over-the-top nature of the plot adds to its charm. Overall, the narrative received mixed reviews, with highlights on its humor and character development, despite some criticisms regarding pacing and plot structure.
“In a nutshell, the story is a light-hearted, comedy, slice of life.”
“Good story, hilarious endings, and delicious scenes.”
“Story: good worldbuilding, with explanations about how the world works.”
“Sadly, I find myself nodding off to the story.”
“The plot twist with Marrou was probably the final nail in the coffin.”
“The routes aren't really routes, just harem antics with some backstory for one character at the end.”
- humor11 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its over-the-top and intentional ridiculousness, with many players finding it genuinely funny and well-written, especially in the early hours. While some noted that the humor may not be consistent throughout, the combination of hilarious dialogue, memorable scenes, and a unique take on familiar tropes contributes to an enjoyable experience. Overall, the game is considered a worthwhile investment for those seeking an erotically funny eroge.
“The game is hilariously funny, very well written (at least in the first few hours, which I got to read) and has a beautiful art style.”
“The game is absolutely littered with over-the-top humor and intentional ridiculousness; it takes tropes from isekai and fairytale fantasies and twists them to fit into the game's crazy story.”
“I spent most of the time laughing because it's genuinely funny.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised, receiving a score of 9/10 for their beautiful art style, well-designed characters, and appealing backgrounds. Reviewers appreciate the combination of humor and quality writing, particularly in the initial hours of gameplay.
“Graphics and art - 9/10”
“The game is hilariously funny, very well written (at least in the first few hours, which I got to read) and has a beautiful art style.”
“The artwork, characters, and backgrounds are both beautiful.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives an 8/10, with reviewers noting a lack of unique soundtracks that may feel familiar to fans of visual novels. However, the composition and timing of the music effectively enhance the scenes, with particular praise for the flute music, which stands out as a highlight.
“The way the music is composed and when it is played fits the scenes really well.”
“There's not much unique soundtrack, and you'll definitely think that you may have heard something similar if you've played other visual novels. However, the way the music is composed and when it is played fits the scenes really well.”
“There's not much unique soundtrack, and you'll definitely think that you may have heard something similar if you've played other visual novels. However, the way the music is composed and when it is played fits the scenes really well.”
“The flute music is a straight banger, worthy of cranking up to at least 40/100.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a lack of significant conflict, with resolutions that are heartwarming and wholesome. Players have noted that certain backstories are unexpectedly poignant, evoking strong feelings and even tears.
“Some of the backstories are surprisingly emotional; I almost teared up a bit.”
“There's barely any conflicts, and they are resolved in a wholesome way.”
“Wholesome.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is praised for its perfect casting and voice-over performances, contributing to an overall high-quality experience.
“The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the mechanics, making every action feel responsive and satisfying.”
“The game's performance is impressive, with minimal loading times and seamless transitions between areas.”