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Idols of Starlight - Otome is a single player action game. It received very positive reviews from players.

Idols of Starlight - Otome is an anime-style adventure game that offers a highly emotional, single-player experience. Featuring an intriguing story, delightful visuals, and a captivating soundtrack, it combines fantastic gameplay with challenging, grind-heavy mechanics. Dive into a vibrant world where idols and romance collide in a heartfelt journey.

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Adventure

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Single-Player

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 976 reviews

story154 positive mentions

grinding12 negative mentions

Incredibly free-to-play friendly with no paywalls for choices or routes, allowing players to enjoy the game without spending money.
The characters are unique and likable, with well-written stories that engage players emotionally.
The game features beautiful graphics, great voice acting, and a smooth gameplay experience, making it enjoyable to play.

The game lacks sufficient content and events, leading to a feeling of emptiness after completing all routes.
Crystals are hard to obtain, making it difficult for players to engage with the gacha system and upgrade cards.
There are occasional bugs and crashes that disrupt gameplay, affecting the overall experience.

story
345 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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54%
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The game's story is widely praised for its engaging and well-voiced narrative, featuring charming characters and a natural flow without forced romance. Players appreciate the depth of character backstories and the balance between personal and idol-related themes, though many express a desire for more content, additional chapters, and interactive elements. Overall, the storyline is considered captivating and enjoyable, making it a standout in the otome genre, but there are calls for expansions to keep players invested.
- “The story is engaging and really fast-paced, making it easy to get immersed in the characters' lives.”
- “The storyline is incredibly captivating, and I love that this game isn’t hidden behind a paywall like so many others.”
- “I love the story, the characters, and that it's fully voiced and free!”
- “My only problem is that the storyline is too short with little side stories or story events.”
- “I wish the story could show the main character's feelings for the boys more so the story will feel more colorful!”
- “Sadly, the story parts are short and there's only up to 10 chapters. I would love to directly support this game but I've seen many people have trouble logging in.”
music
55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
57%
5%
The music in this otome game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with players praising its quality, catchy melodies, and the emotional depth it adds to the storytelling. Many users highlighted the impressive voice acting and the ability to listen to songs on platforms like Spotify, expressing a desire for more original tracks and in-game music features. Overall, the soundtrack significantly enhances the gaming experience, making it a standout aspect of the game.
- “The visuals, soundtrack, voice acting, and the song composition, letting us imagine the song we 'make' as producers, are amazing!”
- “I love the story, I love the characters, I love the music, I love everything!!!”
- “I love how their personalities shine through, and the storytelling and music make the experience so enjoyable.”
- “I hope it will have background songs while playing the battles.”
- “Great so far just wish there were some actual songs and singing to hear.”
- “And lastly this is my opinion but it would be better if it had some real songs from voice actors.”
graphics
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
39%
6%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning art style, crisp visuals, and charming character designs. Players appreciate the clean and easy-on-the-eyes aesthetics, which are complemented by excellent voice acting and engaging animations. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's immersive experience, making it a standout in its genre.
- “The graphics are amazing and to be able to feel it like it's real and talk and chat with them does so much on here is amazing!”
- “The art style is super clean and easy on the eyes — honestly, it’s stunning.”
- “The graphics, the plot, the adventure!”
- “The game style, graphics, animation, design, mechanics is all perfect but the story is just not.”
- “I wish the game had some artwork scenes for fanservice moments.”
- “They talk a lot and it kinda makes it boring but the graphics and stuff were on top :))”
gameplay
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
51%
8%
Overall, the gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and ease, making it accessible for players who prefer a less intensive experience. While many enjoy the charming characters and engaging storylines, there are common critiques regarding the lack of depth and interactivity, with suggestions for more varied mechanics and mini-games to enhance engagement. Additionally, some players find the gem acquisition system frustrating, which can lead to a sense of stagnation once the main content is completed.
- “I really enjoyed the gameplay and working to get all the achievements; all the characters felt charming and likable.”
- “The gameplay is nice, the game looks great, and everything is smooth; I'm in love!”
- “The story is good and the gameplay is easy, making it perfect for people who can only spend a little time each day playing games.”
- “The gameplay of the game could honestly have more to it, instead of just tapping one time on each character and that's it.”
- “Kind of wish the characters had more poses and expressions though, instead of just their default standing pose, and maybe some more CGs in the story... also, gameplay-wise maybe something more interactive would be nice, like maybe a rhythm game.”
- “Gameplay seems normal, though could bore you.”
monetization
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
9%
30%
The monetization model of the game is highly praised for being completely free-to-play (f2p) friendly, with no ads or mandatory in-game purchases required to access all routes and storylines. Players appreciate the absence of intrusive ads and the ability to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money, although some express a desire for easier access to certain in-game items for f2p players. Overall, the game is seen as a refreshing departure from typical monetization practices in mobile games, allowing for a seamless and enjoyable experience.
- “There's no ads, side quests to fulfill just to complete the story, it's incredibly f2p friendly.”
- “It's completely free & you don't have to make in-game purchases to complete challenges or get new cards.”
- “I never thought I would find a game this good since Utapri got shut down and Love and Deepspace nickel and dimes you to death with microtransactions to get the characters you want.”
- “I never thought I would find a game this good since UtaPri got shut down, and Love and Deepspace nickel and dimes you to death with microtransactions to get the characters you want.”
- “I love how it does not need the players to become pay-to-win or play countless ads just to get past through a chapter.”
- “Unlike many games, this one doesn’t force you to watch ads over and over just to get gems.”
character development
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in this game is highly praised, with players highlighting the well-written character routes and unique, beautiful designs that enhance the storytelling experience. The voice acting complements the characters' personalities, making them more engaging, while the ability to choose routes without replaying the intro adds to the overall enjoyment. However, some players express a desire for multiple endings to further explore character arcs.
- “From the well-written storytelling, outstanding storyline, impressive voice actors, deliberate character aspects, striking character design, lively soundtracks, songs, and music, I'll have to say that this is the best otome game I have ever seen!”
- “The character designs are unique and amazingly beautiful; I love their voices and personalities as well.”
- “The story, character designs, and the voice acting are peak.”
- “I just wish there would be different endings to every route so that there would be more to explore.”
- “I'm sad it hasn't been updated in some time; I love the character designs, but the game feels stagnant.”
- “While the character designs are cute, I feel like the character development is lacking depth and variety.”
emotional
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have praised the game for its exceptional voice acting and heartwarming storyline, particularly in emotional scenes that evoke strong feelings and attachment to the characters. While many found the narrative engaging and the characters lovable, some expressed a desire for deeper emotional investment through more diverse choices and longer routes. Overall, the game successfully delivers a touching experience, leaving players eager for more content and character development.
- “Voice acting was really great in emotional scenes.”
- “I want more learning about their lives on their routes is heartbreaking and I want to give them hugs and therapy lol and I can't wait to see more from the creator of this game.”
- “Idols of Starlight has everything I’ve ever wanted in an otome game—stunning art, heart-thumping OST, and an engaging, emotional story with beautifully voiced characters.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game. While many appreciate the minimal grinding required for progression, especially for free-to-play (F2P) players, some express frustration over the difficulty of farming resources like gems and crystals, suggesting that adjustments could enhance accessibility. The game is generally seen as easy to navigate, with grinding not significantly hindering the story experience.
- “Amazing game, but farming is too difficult. Please make it easier if you're going to keep so many items under crystals. Many people who play this game are under 18 and cannot buy crystals, so make it easier, please.”
- “The stages are mostly easy except for Chapter 11 onwards, where you'll feel the bottleneck of how the developers didn't think about balancing the grinding for resources.”
- “There's no meaning in having an abundance of AP if the main farming stages are limited to 10 runs per day.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
Overall, players find the game's optimization to be smooth and user-friendly, with well-designed navigation and impressive graphics. However, there are concerns about the lack of clarity in the tutorial regarding rewards and the performance challenges being too easy, suggesting that more interactive elements and detailed guidance could enhance the experience. Despite these issues, many users still enjoy the game and appreciate its performance aspects.
- “Even when the level/power recommended became higher, I was still able to nail the performance.”
- “And the performance clearance is easy too!”
- “Everything runs smoothly and the navigation is well designed!”
- “The performance part is boring.”
- “I love how user-friendly this is, however, the tutorial was incomplete for me, since it never explained to me what the rewards were for each battle performance: aside from the onigiri, the other rewards felt useless.”
- “No tutorial, game is okay but I'm really confused... no clue what the cupcakes or little moons can be used for that you get as rewards from location shoots/performances.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes and crashes occurring during gameplay, particularly during character customization. Players report needing to reload the game multiple times due to these glitches, which detracts from the overall experience despite their appreciation for the art and story.
- “I really wish I could give a higher rating, but I can only get through the character customization before the game freezes and kicks me out.”
- “The game sometimes freezes (as in, pressing anything doesn't work but the background music is still playing), so I have to reopen the game.”
- “But the game always freezes right before the screen turns black and then closes the game by itself.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with characters that are both funny and engaging, contributing to an overall enjoyable and hilarious experience. Players appreciate the comedic elements, although some have encountered challenges in gameplay.
- “All the characters are funny, and I love the fact that they are falling for her.”
- “It's truly amazing, very fun, and hilarious!”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is characterized as "chill," creating a relaxed and enjoyable environment for players.
- “I love the chill atmosphere of the game.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the world.”
- “The hauntingly beautiful soundtrack perfectly complements the game's atmospheric design.”

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Idols of Starlight - Otome is a action game.

Idols of Starlight - Otome is available on Phone and Tablet.

Idols of Starlight - Otome was developed by Kuro Kitty Ltd..

Idols of Starlight - Otome has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Idols of Starlight - Otome is a single player game.

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