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KANADE

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73%Game Brain Score
story, music
graphics
93% User Score Based on 29 reviews

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KANADE is a single player action game. It was developed by Frontwing and was released on June 11, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

KANADE is a single-player visual novel that tells the romantic story of two former pen pals experiencing their first love as their world nears its end. Featuring heartfelt writing, beautiful character illustrations, and a memorable soundtrack, the game offers an accessible and emotional experience for both newcomers and fans of the genre.

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Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews
story4 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The game features exceptional quality with gorgeous artwork, soothing music, and a heartwarming love story that is both cute and uplifting.
  • Kanade's voice acting is praised for its softness and charm, enhancing the overall experience of the visual novel.
  • Despite its short length, the game provides a relaxing and enjoyable experience, making it a good choice for those looking for a light and sweet romance.
  • The story is criticized for being too simplistic and lacking depth, with minimal conflict that may leave some players wanting more substance.
  • Many reviewers noted that the game is quite short, which can lead to underdeveloped characters and plot points, making it feel rushed.
  • Some players felt that the game was too similar to previous titles by the same developer, lacking the unique charm and emotional impact of its predecessors.
  • story
    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is characterized as a simple, heartwarming love tale that is light on depth and complexity, making it a soothing experience for those seeking a straightforward romance. While the narrative is charming and the characters endearing, many reviewers noted that it lacks significant conflict and feels rushed, with some plot elements appearing overly convenient. Overall, it is recommended for fans of lighthearted stories, though some may find its brevity and simplicity limiting.

    • “A lovely, sweet, and short romance story, though incredibly simple.”
    • “Overall, this is a short but cute pure love story.”
    • “The writer was too locked in on the slice of life; I think he forgot that there's a conflict and main plot to resolve, which made the story feel like it got cut off abruptly.”
    • “The initial premise and the world itself may look interesting, but the way the story is written sadly makes it overstay its welcome.”
    • “While the plot remains a straightforward slice-of-life romance without major twists, it succeeds perfectly as a comforting post-meal delight.”
  • music
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in Frontwing's latest visual novel is widely praised for its exceptional quality, with many reviewers highlighting it as a standout feature. The soundtrack complements the game well, featuring stunning compositions and multiple versions of opening and ending songs that enhance the overall experience. However, some users expressed a desire for additional content, such as an a cappella version of the songs.

    • “Frontwing's latest delivers exceptional quality, superb music, and exquisite artwork.”
    • “+phenomenal music, in fact I'd say music is easily the highlight of this visual novel, it's so amazing.”
    • “Music is pretty good, they clearly went all in on the opening and ending songs, using multiple versions of both throughout the visual novel as background music as well.”
    • “Amazing art, music, and voice acting, but sadly not as good in the plot department.”
    • “I wish they included the a cappella version of the songs in the music section.”
    • “I wish they included the a cappella version of the songs in the music section.”
  • emotional
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its wholesome and heartwarming narrative, focusing on a simple, pure love story that lacks significant emotional turmoil. Users appreciate the "tame" and fluffy nature of the experience, describing it as sweet and worth the investment for its feel-good appeal.

    • “A boy meets girl—wholesome story.”
    • “Wholesome and heartwarming romance with strong 'pure love' appeal.”
    • “A simple and heartwarming pure love story.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Frontwing's latest title is praised for its exceptional graphics, featuring exquisite artwork and a strong aesthetic appeal that enhances the overall experience. The combination of high-quality visuals and superb music contributes to a captivating atmosphere.

    • “Frontwing's latest delivers exceptional quality, superb music, and exquisite artwork.”
    • “The graphics look outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
    • “Character models are poorly designed, making it hard to connect with the story.”
    • “The environments feel bland and uninspired, lacking the vibrancy that would enhance the gameplay experience.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the character design and backgrounds are visually stunning, the reviews do not provide specific insights into the depth or progression of character development within the game.

  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game is highlighted by the impressive performance and exceptional singing of the character Kanade, indicating a well-executed integration of audio and gameplay elements.

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KANADE is a action game.

KANADE is available on Nintendo Switch, PC and Windows.

KANADE was released on June 11, 2025.

KANADE was developed by Frontwing.

KANADE has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

KANADE is a single player game.

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