How to Sing to Open Your Heart
- January 17, 2019
- ROSEVERTE
Get on Steam"How to Sing to Open Your Heart" is a fully voiced romantic otome visual novel. Can the cat-eared princess' song rescue her people and find true love?
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Reviews
- The game features beautiful art and cute character designs, enhancing the overall experience.
- The storyline is engaging with a mix of humor and heartwarming moments, making it enjoyable for players.
- Voice acting is well-executed, adding depth to the characters and their interactions.
- The game is relatively short for its price, with a playtime of around 7-10 hours.
- The story is linear, and player choices do not significantly impact the direction of the narrative.
- Some dialogue feels off, which may detract from the overall immersion in the game.
- story30 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The "story" aspect of the game series is characterized by a blend of romance and sociopolitical themes, featuring a linear narrative that may feel restrictive in terms of player choices. While the storyline is generally engaging and humorous, with charming characters and heartwarming moments, it is recommended to play the previous titles for a fuller understanding of the plot and character dynamics. Overall, the series is praised for its light-heartedness and enjoyable storytelling, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of romantic comedies.
“This was surprisingly sweet, humorous, and I really enjoyed the storyline and characters.”
“The story switches focus back and forth between a budding romance and the more serious sociopolitical issues faced as the princess struggles to do what is best for her people.”
“The story is fun and engaging with many surprising and heartwarming moments with both new and recurring characters alike.”
“The settings were very interesting, but the flow of the story was very... boring.”
“The story is linear; the decisions do not exactly imply the direction of the story, leaving the impression that they have no impact at all.”
“The storyline was okay, but by 'okay' I mean it wasn't a completely brain-dead plot.”
- music10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, featuring a delightful mix of 14 background tracks from music atelier amacha and peritune, alongside standout vocal songs like "kokouta" and "issho ni" that enhance the romantic comedy atmosphere. The charming and upbeat compositions effectively complement the game's light-hearted moments and character interactions, making the overall experience enjoyable and memorable. Players recommend the theme song DLC for an even richer musical experience.
“The game has some wonderful tracks and 2 wonderfully performed songs as well.”
“As a romantic comedy, it retains the charm and appeal in the story of Eroolia series with cute characters, glittering CGs, and comical light-hearted moments with the appropriate background music 'Dojikko March' and 'Haru no Yokan' which accompany these moments.”
“The theme song with vocals 'Kokouta' and the insert song 'Issho ni' which is also worked into the theme of the story are lively, upbeat and match the happy moments in the story.”
“The background music is forgettable and doesn't enhance the experience at all.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“While the theme song is catchy, the overall soundtrack fails to leave a lasting impression.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its delightful execution, featuring a blend of funny and serious moments that enhance the overall experience. The characters are endearing, and the excellent English translation contributes to the comedic timing, making both the humorous and dramatic elements resonate effectively.
“The English translation is excellent, the characters endearing, and the humor delightful.”
“A wonderful mix of strong and sensitive, funny and serious.”
“It is both funny and dramatic in all the right places.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are highly praised for their stunning artwork, showcasing meticulous attention to detail in character and setting designs. The inclusion of outfit variety and subtle facial animations enhances the visual experience, while the overall aesthetic complements the game's romantic comedy theme, making it visually appealing and immersive.
“All the artwork in the game looks wonderful, and you can tell that they put so much work into every setting and character design.”
“In addition, the protagonist and a few main characters have outfit variety, and there are small variations in the facial expressions and ear movements for Luccretian characters, which make the artwork stand out.”
“This game is recommended for its cute characters and fantasy world in 'Story of Eroolia,' featuring attractive and comedic artwork, pleasant background music, unique character personalities, and great voice acting that make the game feel satisfying after finishing it.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers notable replayability due to its two distinct routes, allowing players to experience different outcomes or a combination of both.
“There is, of course, replay value as well, with two routes you can experience (or a mix thereof).”
“The game offers multiple endings, encouraging players to explore different choices and outcomes.”
“With various character paths and decisions to make, each playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
“The game offers some replay value with two distinct routes to explore, but it feels limited in terms of variety.”
“While there are multiple endings, the overall experience doesn't change much on subsequent playthroughs.”
“After completing the game once, I found little incentive to replay it, as the choices felt superficial.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the game's character development, highlighting the impressive artwork and meticulous attention to detail in character design, which enhances the overall experience and immersion.
“The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and relatable.”
“The backstories and personal growth of each character are so well-crafted that it adds a rich layer to the overall narrative.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay in the story of Eroolia series offers multiple save slots, enabling players to explore different choices and dialogue paths, which can lead to varied story branches and unlockable scenes. This design encourages replayability and enhances the overall narrative experience.
“As with earlier titles in the Story of Eroolia series, the game offers plenty of save slots, allowing for different gameplay and dialogue choices. This feature includes a small popup icon of Regina and Leona/Myana, which enables players to explore slightly different storyline branches and unlock secret scenes at the end of the prologue and the first three chapters.”
“The gameplay mechanics are intuitive and engaging, making it easy for players to immerse themselves in the story while exploring various choices and outcomes.”
“I love how the gameplay encourages exploration and experimentation, allowing me to discover new paths and secrets that enhance the overall experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its fun and engaging story, filled with surprising and heartwarming moments that resonate with both new and returning characters.
“The story is fun and engaging, filled with many surprising and heartwarming moments featuring both new and recurring characters.”
“The emotional depth of the characters truly resonates, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
“I was moved to tears by the heartfelt moments and the way the narrative explores complex relationships.”
