Journeys: Romance Stories
"Journeys: Romance Stories" is an adventure game with an intriguing story and stellar mechanics, boasting awesome graphics and a good soundtrack. However, it can be quite buggy and features annoying ads. Despite this, it offers plenty of humor, high emotional stakes, and presents itself as an interactive love game simulator where your choices impact the story. The game encourages you to make exciting choices that affect the narrative, providing a unique experience for each player.
Reviews
- The graphics and stories are cute and interesting.
- The game has a variety of engaging storylines that keep players hooked.
- The interactive nature of the game allows players to make choices that affect the storyline.
- Players have to wait 2 hours to get just 1 ticket, which is frustrating.
- Many good options require diamonds, making it difficult to enjoy the game without spending money.
- There are frequent grammatical errors in the stories, which can be distracting.
- story1,015 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game's storylines are generally engaging and well-crafted, with many players expressing enjoyment of the narratives and character interactions. However, a significant drawback is the reliance on diamonds for making meaningful choices, which often restricts players from fully exploring the story as they desire. This paywall for key decisions detracts from the overall experience, leading to frustration among users who feel their ability to shape the narrative is limited. Additionally, the waiting time for tickets to continue the story is seen as excessive, further diminishing the enjoyment of the gameplay.
“The storyline is great but what upsets me is the diamonds charge..i pay a 200 shillings for only 20 diamonds which end up by only one move.”
“I love the storylines and I love how realistic it is, but I do not like how you have to pay so much money out of your own pocket just for tickets to play more episodes and for diamonds.”
“I love the story, the almost realistic artwork.”
“The only thing that sucks is the cost of special options within the story.”
“Your choices have barely any long-term consequences, and characters will do whatever they want to move the plot along regardless.”
“I love the story but I got problem like every player did... diamond!!!!”
- graphics254 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, realism, and artistic style. Players appreciate the smooth animations and vibrant visuals, often comparing them favorably to other games in the genre. However, some users express frustration over the high cost of in-game choices requiring diamonds, which detracts from the overall experience despite the appealing graphics.
“The graphics are incredible, I hope you guys continue to add new stories as I will continue to play!”
“Awesome game with a variety of exciting genres, beautiful graphics and backgrounds, and excellent animations. I love how the story animations move and are presented like we're watching a real cartoon series.”
“The graphics are amazing and I love the choices.”
“Those graphics are ridiculous.”
“I couldn't even finish the first chapter of the story; the ugly graphics are not worth it.”
“The stories are made for 12 year olds and the graphics are similar to a Barbie game.”
- monetization249 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 92 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads and the low rewards for watching them. While some appreciate the option to earn diamonds through ads, the consensus is that the rewards are insufficient compared to the high costs of in-game choices, leading to a perception of the game as a "cash grab." Players are calling for more opportunities to earn diamonds and tickets through ads, as well as a reduction in the waiting time for tickets, to enhance the overall gaming experience.
“The game overall is amazing, but you should make this game premium, not free, but have in-app purchases.”
“It's impossible to play without paying; you should definitely change your monetization model.”
“You have to buy diamonds to be able to select the most interesting and natural choices.”
“It's a cash grab.”
“The game is full of ads and almost everything is for money.”
“You can't pretend to ask 20 jewels minimum for every premium answer when you just give only 1 free gem after finishing 1 chapter and then up to 4 max if we watch ads.”
- humor48 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is widely praised for its humor, with many players finding it entertaining and often hilarious, particularly in its character interactions and storylines. However, some users express frustration over the game's monetization, noting that accessing certain funny or engaging content often requires in-game purchases, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, the humor remains a standout feature, contributing to the game's enjoyment and appeal.
“I love the game, it's amazing and so funny to me. I really like it.”
“Had me laughing to tears 😂.”
“This game is amazing, it's funny and it has drama. I love it.”
- stability20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- -10 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezing and glitches, particularly during critical moments like chapter endings and ad interruptions. While some players enjoy the gameplay, the recurring technical issues significantly detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration and a lower rating. Improvements in stability and bug fixes are highly recommended to enhance user satisfaction.
“Really, really good game; no freezes or glitches.”
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes, providing a seamless experience.”
“I've played for hours without any stability issues; it's incredibly reliable.”
“My one gripe is that the story I'm reading at the moment, 'Recipe for Love', always freezes at the 50% mark every time, and I have to get out of the app and back in again.”
“Game freezes frequently, making playing hard.”
“It is horrible; the game glitches every 2 minutes and there are a lot of ads. I was thinking this was going to be an amazing game, but they proved me wrong.”
- emotional17 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game deeply emotional, often feeling a strong attachment to its characters and storylines, which can evoke a range of feelings from joy to heartbreak. Many users appreciate how the game fosters emotional maturity, providing a comforting escape during tough times, while also noting that the emotional engagement can lead to pressure to spend money. Overall, the game is celebrated for its heartwarming and inspiring narratives that resonate with players on a personal level.
“The enthusiasm the stories have made me feel is beyond a reader's mind.”
“We all need something to cheer us up after a long day and whenever I'm sad or heartbroken, it's this game that instantly cheers me up and takes me to the world of my dreams. I hereby express my heartfelt gratitude to you guys, thank you so much ❤️”
“So emotional and I love the feeling I get.”
- music14 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
Overall, the music in the game is generally well-received, with many users appreciating the soundtracks and background selections that enhance the storytelling experience. However, there are notable frustrations regarding repetitive music, a lack of character voiceovers, and technical issues during scene transitions that detract from the overall enjoyment. While the music contributes positively to the atmosphere, players express a desire for more variety and interactive audio elements.
“The stories are very interesting, and the soundtracks are good!”
“Pro: well written and put together storyline, graphics are simple which fits it great, the music is nice and the background selection is cool!”
“The game was a new revolution in graphics, plot, sounds, and the music is awesome to hear.”
“If only the characters could actually talk their lines instead of only music, it would be a movie of sorts.”
“I am sick of the music, the same faces, and the whole ad playing literally every time I load an episode.”
“But there's room for improvement; the tickets shouldn't take time, and I wish we heard the people's voices, not just music, for those who can't see.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its engaging stories, graphics, and mechanics, with many users finding it enjoyable and addictive. However, there are significant concerns regarding the imbalance between in-game currency acquisition and spending, which detracts from the experience for some players. Despite these issues, the gameplay is generally considered good to exceptional, with a few users noting it can feel drawn out at times.
“Well.. to be honest the graphics and gameplay are pretty great.”
“I enjoy the stories and gameplay, best one so far.”
“The gameplay is exceptional, the graphics are amazing, all round good game!!!”
“This game has much potential, but is going to fail with the ticket/diamond to gameplay ratio.”
“Overall, it is pretty good, considering the graphics and the interactive gameplay, but like every other story game, this one too had to have those gem thingys... as if ads weren't enough to earn money.”
“You get 1 diamond for each episode completion and need to spend 30 diamonds in each episode. This is an utter waste and just the worst gameplay I've ever played.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the character development in "Linda Brown," highlighting its diverse cultural settings and well-designed characters that enhance the overall experience.
“I like the culture of Linda Brown; it's set in different countries and features great character development.”
“I appreciate some of the character designs.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the experience.
“The grinding in this game feels endless and monotonous.”
“I find myself doing the same tasks over and over, which makes the experience frustrating.”
“The amount of time required to progress is excessive and takes away from the enjoyment.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report that the game's optimization is excellent, resulting in extremely good performance.
“The optimization in this game is outstanding, resulting in extremely smooth performance.”
“I am impressed by how well the game runs; the optimization is top-notch.”
“The developers have done a fantastic job with optimization, making the gameplay experience seamless.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is often likened to that of The Sims, suggesting a vibrant and immersive environment that encourages creativity and interaction.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the world.”
“The game's ambiance is beautifully crafted, with stunning visuals and sound design that draw you in.”
“Every location has its own unique vibe, creating a rich and varied atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
“It kind of feels like a Sims atmosphere.”