Her World
- October 6, 2022
- TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
Get on Steam"Her World" is a visual novel game by Workingdog, promising a captivating new story with a large game-to-price ratio. The game features a mysterious world filled with female characters and explores the secrets it holds. Suitable for players who wish to enjoy the story without gameplay mechanics, it is a new work inspired by the writer's 2013 release "A World with No People." No DLC is required to access the entire story.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features an exceptional story with deep lore, engaging characters, and impressive plot twists that keep players invested.
- Visually stunning with beautiful backgrounds and a well-designed user interface, making navigation easy and enjoyable.
- The mix of horror and emotional themes is well-executed, creating a unique atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- The audio balance is poorly set by default, with background music turned off and other audio levels needing adjustment.
- Some quests are poorly designed, leading to confusion and frustration, particularly with unclear hints and navigation.
- The main character's portrayal as a typical 'anime protagonist' can detract from the overall immersion and relatability of the story.
- story35 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's story is extensive and well-crafted, with players reporting completion times of 12-35 hours, depending on engagement with quests and sub-stories. It features strong character development, creative world-building, and numerous plot twists that culminate in a satisfying climax, although some players found certain gameplay elements and quest designs lacking. Overall, the narrative is praised for its emotional depth, immersive atmosphere, and high-quality voice acting, making it a standout aspect of the game.
“This is amazing in pretty much all aspects (story, setting, characters including the protagonist, plot twists, atmosphere,...).”
“The game stands out with its superb storytelling, excellent character development, and full voice acting.”
“It's a beautiful, heartwarming, and complex story that had me in tears over and over.”
“In about 1.6 hours, I've completed 2 quests and 3 main story parts (chapter 1), which on the top right of the 'main story panel' it said 4/54 (part I was about to do).”
“The final quest of the mountain is just trial and error over and over until you find the correct path, which is not fun to 'brute force' a puzzle, trying every possible combination until you finally get it right.”
“It is essentially a full kinetic novel because the 'choices' have no effects on the story.”
- music8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its beauty and effectiveness, enhancing the overall experience with a gorgeous soundtrack that complements the story and characters. While background music is set to a low volume by default, players appreciate its immersive quality, which adds depth to both the romantic and horror elements of the game. Overall, the soundtrack, along with the voice acting and sound effects, contributes significantly to the game's engaging narrative and emotional impact.
“I adore how pretty the CGs are, the soundtrack is actually gorgeous, and I love the main character Sangjoon.”
“Best romance I've ever seen in a game, fantastic art and memorable music, unnerving and immersive horror, very mature and complex--yet lighthearted--character writing, an extensively thought-out storyline with some perfectly executed twists, and a very climactic and satisfying ending.”
“The voice acting, the characters, the soundtrack, the sub-stories, and the main story were amazing.”
“The background music is turned off by default (why?)”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the protagonist's journey from an abusive relationship to a complex and heartwarming dynamic with new characters, particularly Woobi and Yuri. The narrative is rich with poignant moments that evoke strong feelings, often leaving players in tears, showcasing the depth and intricacy of the characters' relationships.
“On top of this, his dynamic with two other characters - Woobi and Yuri - is so wholesome and lovely; I wish the entire visual novel focused around them.”
“A lot of story and emotional moments were devoted to that character.”
“It's a beautiful, heartwarming, and complex story that had me in tears over and over.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the optional quests for being poorly designed and featuring UI oddities, while others find the gameplay sections to be merely adequate and not particularly noteworthy. However, the overall experience is enhanced by strong narrative elements, including excellent character writing and a compelling storyline.
“Best romance I've ever seen in a game, fantastic art and memorable music, unnerving and immersive horror (from both the writing and the gameplay segments), very mature and complex--yet lighthearted--character writing, an extensively thought-out storyline with some perfectly executed twists, and a very climactic and satisfying ending.”
“I don't even want to get into my multiple complaints about the gameplay; the optional quests are janky, poorly designed, and have many UI oddities that left me scratching my head.”
“The gameplay sections are okay, nothing to write home about but are also completely optional.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its effectiveness in creating a compelling horror experience that enhances the overall story, setting, and character development.
“This is amazing in pretty much all aspects (story, setting, characters including the protagonist, plot twists, atmosphere,...).”
“The horror atmosphere was great!”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its superb storytelling and excellent character development, enhanced by full voice acting that brings the characters to life.
“The game stands out with its superb storytelling, excellent character development, and full voice acting.”
“The depth of the characters is remarkable, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
“I was genuinely invested in the characters' growth, and their arcs were both believable and engaging.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of cute and funny moments, interspersed with sad and lovable elements, creating a well-rounded emotional experience.
“There were cute, funny, sad, and lovable moments.”
“The humor in this game is brilliantly crafted, making every interaction a joy.”
“I found myself laughing out loud at the witty dialogue and hilarious situations.”
