Help Me Remember, Satori-sama!
- March 7, 2022
- ISY
- 5h median play time
"Help Me Remember, Satori-sama!" is a narrative-driven visual novel that follows the story of a high school student with severe memory loss. The game explores themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the supernatural as the protagonist works to regain their memories with the help of a mysterious spirit, Satori-sama. Players will make choices that determine the outcome of the story in this emotional and thought-provoking game.
Reviews
- The game features adorable artwork and a charming aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.
- It's a fun and engaging guessing game that can be enjoyed with friends, making it a great party game.
- The unique twist of having Okuu provide incorrect answers adds a humorous challenge to the gameplay.
- Okuu's frequent incorrect answers can lead to frustration and make the game feel more luck-based than skill-based.
- The gameplay can become repetitive due to the limited number of stages and the lack of variety in music.
- Some players find the difficulty level to be excessively high, making it challenging to progress without relying on luck.
- music17 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising the cute art and the remixes of Satori's theme, which enhance the overall aesthetic. However, some players note that the soundtrack can become repetitive due to the limited number of tracks, leading to a somewhat bland experience over time. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's charm, a more varied soundtrack would have improved engagement.
“The art is beautiful and very cute, the OST is great and the story is simple and fun.”
“Cute art style, great gameplay, and amazing soundtrack.”
“In addition, the remix of Satori’s original theme is a nice touch; however, because hers is the only soundtrack in the game, it can get a bit bland over time.”
“The music is fine but gets somewhat annoying.”
“The game itself is short and simple, and I absolutely love the art style and music remixes in the game.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and gorgeous art style, with many reviewers highlighting the quality of the animations and overall aesthetic. While the visuals are considered the main selling point, some players feel that the gameplay does not live up to the artistic appeal, leading to a mixed reception overall. The music and visual elements contribute positively to the game's charm, making it a visually appealing experience despite some gameplay frustrations.
“The idea itself is neat and quite novel for a Touhou fangame, and the art style of the game is just gorgeous; probably its main selling point. The artist deserves praise for both the animations and the artwork.”
“I absolutely love the art style and music remixes in the game.”
“I really love the whole aesthetic of the game, the art, the music, etc., and the base gameplay of 20 questions with a twist is a neat idea.”
“This game is another victim of 'cute art style but poor gameplay.' The other game like this was the Yuuka game where you get hit twice and it's game over.”
“I do hope more games in this art style get made, but I do hope they don't make it close to this again.”
“Positives first, I really love the whole aesthetic of the game, the art, the music, etc., and the base gameplay of 20 questions with a twist is a neat idea.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around a casual twist on the classic "20 Questions" format, featuring an unreliable narrator that adds a unique challenge. While the aesthetic, art, and music are praised, some mechanics are criticized for being overly difficult, impacting the overall experience. Despite these issues, the game is generally seen as a charming guessing game with engaging elements.
“Positives first, I really love the whole aesthetic of the game, the art, the music, etc. and the base gameplay of 20 questions with a twist is a neat idea.”
“Cute art style, great gameplay, and amazing soundtrack.”
“So the basic gameplay loop is basically 20 questions, but with an unreliable narrator.”
“However, I believe the execution of some of the mechanics makes the game unnecessarily challenging.”
“Overall, it's a simple guessing game with a bit of error-correcting mechanic and very simple FNAF-esque management of distractions.”
- story5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The story is described as simple and short, featuring a lighthearted and comedic narrative that accompanies the game's six levels. While the brevity of the story may be a drawback, the inclusion of extra difficulty levels and stage missions adds replay value, making it more enjoyable, especially when played with others. Overall, the charming art and great soundtrack complement the fun, albeit limited, storytelling experience.
“The art is beautiful and very cute, the OST is great, and the story is simple and fun.”
“Overall, it's an interesting but somewhat frustrating Touhou-themed puzzle game with a cute art style, great music, and a nice little story throughout.”
“The story is simple and very short; although extra difficulty levels and stage missions kind of make up for it, you can squeeze a couple of evenings out of the game. It's also probably more enjoyable when played with somebody.”
“There are around six levels total, each of them has a little bit of a story to go with them as well as being on the comedy side.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report that the game evokes strong emotional responses, ranging from feelings of frustration and inadequacy to moments of profound satisfaction and joy. The intense highs and lows of the gameplay create a deeply engaging experience that can lead to tears, both from anger and triumph. Overall, the emotional journey is a significant highlight, making the game memorable and impactful.
“Some failed attempts made me feel like the stupidest person on the planet, but that ultimately made getting a right answer on a stage especially rewarding.”
“Made me cry out of pure fury.”
“10/10 would cry again.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game offers high replayability, particularly for players who may forget previous experiences, as the stages provide ample opportunities for enjoyment. However, some users express a desire for additional content to enhance the replay value further.
“I would love to see more added, but those stages do have a lot of replay value if you enjoy this style of game.”
“The replay value is high if you're as forgetful as Okuu (even with the answer sheets).”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
“The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players noting that it shines particularly in multiplayer settings, such as during Discord calls, while still being enjoyable solo. The combination of clever traces and engaging music adds to the overall comedic experience.
“Good when played with multiple people in something like a Discord call; still pretty funny alone.”
“The traces are incredible, the music is great, and the idea is kind of funny.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development is enhanced by charming visuals and a pastel color palette that accentuates the cuteness of the character designs, making them visually appealing and engaging for players.