Irotoridori No Sekai HD - The Colorful World
- February 16, 2024
- FAVORITE
Get on SteamIn "Irotoridori No Sekai HD - The Colorful World," follow Kanoue Yuuma, a boy who can heal wounds at the cost of his memories, and Nikaidou Shinku, a translucent girl visible only to him. Yuuma travels to parallel worlds searching for a white, feathery landscape from his dreams. As he explores, he's accompanied by his master, Natsume Suzu, and scolded by his childhood friend, Kisaragi Mio.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The setting is cohesive and well-crafted, enhancing the overall narrative and emotional impact of the story.
- The protagonist and supporting characters are well-developed, with realistic motivations and depth, making their arcs engaging.
- The true route featuring Shinku is highly praised, providing a satisfying conclusion and emotional payoff for players who invest time in the game.
- The pacing can be slow, particularly in the common route and some heroine routes, which may lead to moments of dragging or infodumps.
- Not all heroine routes are equally compelling, with some characters feeling underdeveloped or their arcs lacking depth compared to others.
- The inclusion of fan service elements, such as excessive panty shots, detracts from the overall experience for some players.
- story40 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story of "Irotoridori no Sekai" is praised for its intricate connections between character arcs and a well-crafted narrative that feels complete, despite being part of a larger trilogy. Characters are given depth and realism, with emotional moments resonating strongly, although some routes are noted to be inconsistent. Overall, the game effectively combines slice-of-life elements with mysteries, encouraging players to explore all character routes for a fuller understanding of the plot.
“This isn't because of the arcs themselves, but because they all feel connected to the overall story and each other in a realistic way.”
“The overall story builds off of the setting competently and feels complete, with a lot of the answers you gain within Shinku's route providing a satisfying explanation to all the various oddities listed throughout the game and how this setting ticks in the first place.”
“You will feel a lot of emotional feelings overflowing when playing it, many things that happen have many mysteries, but as the story progresses, they will slowly be revealed.”
“Finally, the parts of the game that I have mixed feelings on are the story and the characters.”
“She was compelling as a character enough for the emotional moments within her route to hit properly, but I was disappointed at how she, of all characters, feels like a plot device for most of the game.”
“The story pacing (along with voice acting, which may just be a 2010s thing) feels kind of slow; you don’t need to read all of the dialogue to understand the situation or feel them.”
- emotional8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its compelling character moments, particularly in the heroine routes and the true route, which aim to evoke strong feelings despite some pacing issues. While the common route leans towards light-hearted comedy, players report experiencing a range of emotions, with some moments resonating deeply and feeling relatable. Overall, the game is described as an entertaining and emotional journey, though it may not reach the heights of a perfect experience.
“As a last warning, this game heavily emphasizes emotional moments.”
“You will feel a lot of emotional feelings overflowing when playing it; many things that happen have many mysteries, but as the story progresses, they will slowly be revealed.”
“Overall, it was a very entertaining and emotional read; would strongly recommend!”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised as great, with some tracks resonating deeply with players, particularly Shinku's theme. However, it is noted that the soundtrack may not reach the same heights as that of "Hoshizora no Memoria." Overall, the music, alongside the visuals and storytelling, contributes positively to the game's appeal.
“The music is great.”
“Shinku's music theme grows deep into my heart.”
“The visuals and music are astonishing.”
“The music in this game is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“While the visuals are stunning, the music fails to leave a lasting impression.”
“The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't enhance the overall experience.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their high definition and beautifully warm artwork, contributing to an astonishing visual experience. The game's art style and illustrations are particularly noted for enhancing the deep romance and drama of the story, complemented by a stunning original soundtrack.
“The graphics are high definition.”
“The visuals and music are astonishing.”
“If you're looking for a deep romance/drama read with an absolutely stunning OST, nice visuals, and beautifully crafted illustrations - look no further, because you've just found it right here.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some moments lean towards awkward fan service that can feel forced, they are infrequent enough not to disrupt immersion. However, the writing shines with clever comedy that elicits genuine laughter and offers a surprisingly deep narrative, particularly highlighted by the character Shinku's prominent role.
“This route’s writing is genius in various ways; the comedy made me laugh a lot, her story is surprisingly deep, there are hints everywhere, and best of all, Shinku had a lot of screen time.”
“The humor does trend towards the fan service awkward scenes at times, and it's always awkwardly forced whenever they appear, but these are sparse enough that it didn't detract from my immersion too much.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is generally well-received, with the common route being engaging and the character routes offering mixed experiences; while Kana and Mio's arcs are charming, Kyou and Tsukasa's development feels underwhelming. Shinku's route stands out for its depth, effectively resolving story mysteries and enhancing character growth for both the protagonist and the true heroine. Overall, the character designs are noted as beautiful, adding to the visual appeal of the characters.
“The common route was rather long but didn’t feel dragged out at all; however, the characters’ routes were a bit inconsistent. Kana and Mio were charming and satisfying to read, while Kyou and Tsukasa were treated as sub-heroines instead. It saddens me since I love Kyou the most out of every heroine. Shinku’s route was phenomenal, solving most mysteries within the story while showcasing character development for both the protagonist and the true heroine.”
“Beautiful character designs.”
“The characters' routes were a bit inconsistent; Kana and Mio were charming and satisfying to read, while Kyou and Tsukasa were treated as sub-heroines. It saddens me since I love Kyou the most out of every heroine.”
“The common route was rather long but didn’t feel dragged out at all; however, the character development in some routes felt lacking.”
“Shinku’s route was phenomenal, solving most mysteries within the story while showcasing character development for both the protagonist and the true heroine.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a poignant, melancholic tone that evokes strong emotional responses, often leaving players with a sense of goosebumps.
“The game immerses you in a hauntingly beautiful world that lingers in your mind long after you play.”
“Every sound and visual detail contributes to an atmosphere that feels both eerie and enchanting.”
“A sad, melancholic atmosphere that gives you goosebumps.”
