Ken ga Kimi

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In "Ken ga Kimi," players assume the role of Kayo, a daughter of a food and tea house in Edo, who disguises as a princess and embarks on a journey in Tokaido. This visual novel features samurai companions, multiple endings, and the option to play in Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, or Japanese. The game's story unfolds in two parts: the prequel "False Bridal Procession in Tokaido" and the sequel, providing various interactions and outcomes with six main characters.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

story14 positive mentions

The game features stunning character designs and beautiful artwork, making it visually captivating.
The story is well-constructed with engaging plots and emotional depth, leading to a strong connection with the characters.
The music and sound design enhance the overall experience, contributing to the game's emotional impact.

Some routes feel repetitive, with similar events occurring across different branches, which could benefit from more variation.
Certain plot resolutions can feel random or unsatisfying, particularly in the Kimi endings.
The game lacks English localization, making it inaccessible to a wider audience despite its popularity.

story
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The story of "Ken ga Kimi" is praised for its well-constructed narrative that balances tragedy, romance, and character development, making it a standout in the otome genre. While some plot resolutions may feel random, particularly in certain endings, the overall writing, voice acting, and stunning artwork contribute to a deeply engaging experience. Players appreciate the depth of the story and the variety of endings, which explore different narrative paths, enhancing the game's replay value.
- “There is only fondness I can express for the game, the story is nicely constructed, every ending feels weighted and explores a different path of what could have been.”
- “Out of all the otome games I've played in my life, Ken ga Kimi still takes the top spot for me. The perfect balance between story and romance, the excellent writing, the incredible voice cast, and beautiful artworks by Yomi-san all come together to build a solid game that is worthy of its price tag.”
- “The game is well-ported, the art is beautiful, all the seiyuus are amazing, and the plot is one of a good book.”
- “The plot resolution in some branches felt a bit random at times, particularly the Kimi endings.”
- “In the beginning of the prologue, the historical elements were a bit difficult to understand without a plot overview.”
- “If you're going in with Google Translate (on camera) like me, I highly suggest pulling up a detailed plot overview that you can find by searching for Ken ga Kimi on WordPress.”
character development
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Reviewers express admiration for the character designs, noting that even side characters are beautifully crafted and visually appealing. While some are still early in the game, the overall aesthetic and charm of the characters have made a strong initial impression.
- “I'm still at the beginning, so I will update my review, but I'm already charmed by all the awesome character designs. Even the side characters are incredibly beautiful!”
- “Character design in particular, everyone's ridiculously pretty!”
music
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The music in the game is praised for its beauty, contributing significantly to the overall experience alongside the art and story. Many users consider it one of the standout features, enhancing the game's emotional depth and engagement.
- “Art and music are simply gorgeous.”
- “This is one of the best rejet games in terms of story, characters, art, and music.”
graphics
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The graphics in "Ken ga Kimi" are highly praised for their beautiful artwork by Yomi-san, which significantly enhances the overall experience of the game. Players appreciate the visual quality as a key component that complements the strong narrative and character development.
- “Out of all the otome games I've played in my life, Ken ga Kimi still takes the top spot for me. The beautiful artworks by Yomi-san all come together to build a solid game that is worthy of its price tag.”
gameplay
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Players find the gameplay engaging, noting that the beautiful background music enhances the experience and prevents boredom, even during extended play sessions.
- “Despite long hours of gameplay, the background music is too beautiful to bore you.”