I'm Surrounded by Classical Beauties!
- February 14, 2024
- onetake_studio
In "I'm Surrounded by Classical Beauties!", players enter a time-traveling adventure in a VR-compatible FMV game. As a lowly servant in the He Mansion, they must use their wit and intelligence to win over beautiful women and find a way back to their own time. With different choices affecting the player's status, this 2D and VR game offers a unique and immersive experience.
Reviews
- The game features an interesting and clever story that immerses players in a unique time-travel experience set in ancient China.
- The VR experience is highly praised for its immersive interactions, allowing players to feel as if they are acting alongside the characters.
- The production values are surprisingly good for an indie game, with commendable acting, beautiful sets, and impressive English translations.
- The game is criticized for its short length, with many players feeling it ends abruptly without providing closure to the story.
- Some players found the dialogue choices limited and expressed a desire for more interactive options during gameplay.
- The subtitles can be too quick, making it difficult for players to read and follow along, especially during key moments.
- story18 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's story is engaging and immersive, featuring time travel to ancient times where players assume the role of a scholar, enhancing the experience through VR interactions. However, it suffers from a lack of closure, with unresolved plot points and an unsatisfying ending that leaves players wanting more. Despite these shortcomings, the overall narrative is enjoyable and offers a unique take on historical themes, appealing to fans of light-hearted dramas.
“An interesting and clever story; I look forward to experiencing the rest of it.”
“The story of this game is quite interesting and fun in VR as you play the role of an ancient scholar. The use of various motions as responses/options makes it much more immersive than just picking an option; it feels like you're truly involved in acting within the game.”
“It is an interesting story of being a time traveler journeying to ancient times, and players want to know more about why and what happens next.”
“However, there's a sense that the story's ending could have been more satisfying in both non-VR and VR.”
“The story lacks closure, with no resolution for the characters' romantic or friendship arcs.”
“It feels as though the game abruptly ends without providing the necessary chapter to wrap up the story or explain the initial time travel scene (I still have no idea why it was added).”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its traditional Chinese compositions, which significantly enhance the overall atmosphere and provide a delightful listening experience. However, some reviewers noted that while the music is good, the game ultimately lacks a satisfying conclusion.
“The traditional Chinese music enhances the atmosphere, making each song a delight to hear.”
“The traditional Chinese music enhances the atmosphere, making each song a delight to hear.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users highlight that the VR experience enhances emotional engagement by allowing players to closely observe the nuanced emotional responses of both speaking and non-speaking actors, as well as the surrounding environment. This immersive perspective significantly enriches the overall emotional depth of the narrative.
“In VR, you have the freedom to explore different angles and focus on various elements, enhancing the visual appeal and allowing you to observe each actor's emotional responses closely, as well as the environment.”
“Besides the speaking actors, the other actors also portray strong emotional responses in this FMV, which are clearly visible in VR.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The traditional Chinese music significantly enhances the game's atmosphere, with each song contributing to an immersive and enjoyable auditory experience.
“The traditional Chinese music enhances the atmosphere, making each song a delight to hear.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and offers a variety of mechanics that keep players invested, with many users sharing their positive experiences and impressions through gameplay videos.