Homunculus Hotel

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Explore the floors of the mysterious Homunculus Hotel and help its guests understanding their dreams.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

story7 positive mentions

The game features beautiful hand-drawn art and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the emotional experience.
It offers a touching and thought-provoking narrative, with each character's story contributing to a deeper exploration of themes like grief and memory.
The short playtime is well-suited for a single sitting, making it a perfect choice for those looking for a quick yet impactful visual novel experience.

The game is quite short, with some players feeling that it doesn't allow enough time to fully connect with the characters or their stories.
There is a lack of meaningful choices that affect the outcome, leading to a feeling of repetitiveness during multiple playthroughs.
Some players found the genre shifts in the soundtrack jarring, detracting from the overall melancholic atmosphere of the game.

story
12 mentions
58 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its depth and emotional resonance, with well-developed characters and a beautiful narrative that unfolds through engaging side quests. However, some reviewers feel that the visual storytelling is less impactful compared to the developer's previous work, and they desire a more complex exploration of the characters' internal struggles. Overall, while the story is compelling and well-crafted, there are calls for greater depth and visual engagement.
- “A magnificent game with lovely art and a beautiful story with each character!”
- “Writing, art, and music perfectly combine in this short but deep novel, where each room narrates the story of a different guest and helps Isabelle, the main character, explore her own feelings.”
- “The team behind this game put in a lot of effort to make an excellent visual novel with a gripping story filled with interesting characters that will keep you interested for the duration of the game.”
- “Strangely, I think the last game had more to say with no words, while this game had a lot of dialogue but much less visual storytelling.”
- “If it was any other developer, I would say you did a decent job, but it does not compare to the first game you did. I thought it was so beautiful, so I wish you did a bit more here with the metaphors and visual storytelling.”
- “I mean, I like what you guys are doing; I just think it has to be a little bigger and more complex. I want to see more internal grief from the characters and more animation for that visual storytelling.”
music
8 mentions
50 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its emotional depth and ability to enhance the storytelling, complementing the hand-drawn art beautifully. However, some players feel that the frequent genre shifts in the soundtrack disrupt the overall melancholic atmosphere, particularly favoring the more somber tones experienced in specific scenes. Overall, the soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's poignant themes and immersive experience.
- “A bittersweet, melancholic game of endings, with great music and wonderful hand-drawn art.”
- “Another great game from Team Soletude with their signatures: incredible music, emotional writing, and gorgeous art.”
- “Homunculus Hotel is a deep, thought-provoking game with excellent writing, art, and music.”
- “On a more subjective note (please don't kill me for saying it, devs), the genre changes in the soundtrack were a bit too much for me. I kind of liked those melancholy vibes you had going with the music at Claire's apartment. I wish you had stayed in that pocket, but I feel like the game changes the mood very often, in part because of the music.”
emotional
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game delivers a deeply emotional experience through its cohesive narrative, standout audio, and stunning artwork, all of which are hallmarks of Team Soletude's signature style. Players highlight the touching storytelling and incredible music as key elements that enhance the overall emotional impact.
- “The narrative and audio are stand-out features of the game, but all aspects, especially the artwork, tie together seamlessly for a very cohesive and emotional experience.”
- “Another great game from Team Soletude with their signatures: incredible music, emotional writing, and gorgeous art.”
- “Touching.”
gameplay
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is approximately two hours long, which many players find to be an ideal duration for the narrative experience it offers.
- “The gameplay is around 2 hours, which I felt was the perfect length for this story.”
graphics
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their seamless integration with the narrative and audio, contributing to a cohesive and emotionally engaging experience.
- “The narrative and audio are stand-out features of the game, but all aspects, especially the artwork, tie together seamlessly for a very cohesive and emotional experience.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-300 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that the replayability of visual novels is enhanced by meaningful narrative forks that significantly impact the story, allowing players to reflect on their choices and encouraging multiple playthroughs.
- “When it comes to visual novels, it's always nice if the developers can create narrative forks that have more impact. This enhances the replay value and gives players more time to reflect on the experience.”
- “The multiple endings and choices throughout the game make it incredibly engaging to replay, as each decision leads to a different outcome.”
- “I love how the game encourages you to explore different paths and storylines, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “When it comes to visual novels, it's always nice if the developers can create some narrative forks that have more impact, as this helps with the replay value and gives the player more time to reflect on the experience.”