- July 30, 2021
- Starfield Gaming
- 45h median play time
Heart Fragment
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About
"Heart Fragment" is a customizable otome game where you play as Xani, a protagonist grappling with her newfound non-humanity after her mother's death. With six main paths and numerous choices, experience various romantic, platonic, and family-based endings, as well as potential bad endings. Solve mysteries, form bonds, and seek a happy ending amidst challenges and tragedies.











- Every route feels complete and adds different information to the overall story, encouraging replayability.
- The characters are nuanced and complex, with relatable struggles and emotional depth.
- The game features beautiful artwork, a captivating soundtrack, and a well-crafted narrative that keeps players engaged.
- The pacing can feel slow at times, with lengthy dialogues and introspection that may detract from the overall experience.
- Some characters, particularly the main character Xani, may come off as unlikable or frustrating to players.
- There are technical issues such as limited save slots and occasional bugs that can disrupt gameplay.
- story362 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The story of "Heart Fragment" is praised for its depth, complexity, and emotional engagement, with players highlighting the unique character arcs and the intertwining of various plotlines that encourage multiple playthroughs. While some reviewers noted pacing issues and a somewhat convoluted narrative, the overall consensus is that the writing is compelling and well-crafted, making it a standout in the visual novel genre. The game effectively combines elements of romance, mystery, and psychological themes, leaving players eager for future installments.
“Each route adds different information to the overall story that really makes you reexamine characters.”
“The story is so in-depth and well thought out, and the characters are so fascinating and really draw one in!”
“The story itself is obviously crafted with care (kudos to the writer) and the voice acting is *chef's kiss* for each of the characters.”
“Honestly, it might take you a while to get into because the story is all over the place and a bit too much at times.”
“It was almost like the story wasn't fully completed -- gaps or something wasn't being fulfilled completely.”
“One of the only negatives for me personally was that the endings felt rather rushed - it was such a slow burn at the start, and then I felt like 3/4 of the plot was unloaded immediately before and after the climax.”