Kindred Spirits on the Roof
- February 12, 2016
- Liar-soft
- 30h median play time
Get on Steam"Kindred Spirits on the Roof" is a visual novel focusing on yuri relationships. The game follows Toomi Yuna, a student at Kokonotsuboshi Girls' Academy, who encounters the ghosts of Enoki Sachi and Nagatani Megumi. These spirits, who died with unrequited love for each other, recruit Yuna to help create more yuri couples at the school, hoping that their success will help them move on to the afterlife.
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Reviews
- The game features a heartwarming and engaging story that explores various yuri relationships, making it relatable and enjoyable.
- The characters are well-developed and distinct, allowing players to connect with their individual stories and struggles.
- The art style is charming, and the voice acting adds depth to the characters, enhancing the overall experience.
- The game is primarily linear with limited choices, which may disappoint players looking for more interactive gameplay.
- Some scenes can feel repetitive, especially when revisiting events from different characters' perspectives.
- The soundtrack is limited, leading to some tracks becoming repetitive over long play sessions.
- story609 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The story of "Kindred Spirits on the Roof" is a heartfelt and character-driven narrative centered around yuri relationships, featuring a protagonist who helps ghostly lovers connect with other girls at an all-girls school. While the pacing can be slow and the plot somewhat predictable, the game excels in its emotional depth and character development, offering multiple perspectives that enrich the overall experience. Despite its linear structure and limited choices, the storytelling is engaging and well-crafted, making it a memorable journey for fans of the genre.
“The non-linear storyline allows you to explore the stories of each heroine, each of whom presents herself with unique problems and experiences, making them incredibly vibrant and memorable.”
“The story balances lighthearted moments with sincere emotional depth, making it a memorable experience for fans of the genre.”
“A fantastic story full of likable characters that perfectly balances wholesome, comedic, and emotional moments.”
“The story progress is barely perceptible, and has been a significant source of frustration.”
“Overall story is boring, it's hard to get into and many characters are hard to form attachment, I just couldn't care about so many characters.”
“The story focuses on too many characters and is told from too many perspectives and gets cut up into too many mixed up pieces that are then presented non-linearly.”
- music182 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its charm and ability to enhance emotional moments, while others criticize its repetitiveness and limited variety. Some players appreciate the customizable music feature, allowing for a more personalized experience, but note that certain tracks can become annoying over extended playtime. Overall, while the soundtrack is generally considered pleasant and fitting, it lacks diversity, leading some players to mute it after a while.
“Numerous high-quality CGs and a gentle, pleasant musical score perfectly complement the atmosphere of blossoming feelings between the girls.”
“The game’s soundtrack is equally enchanting, enhancing every emotional beat and shifting seamlessly from lighthearted moments to profound connections.”
“The music, though somewhat limited in choice and looped a little poorly, is tasteful for the different emotional stings throughout the game, from simple and melancholic to upbeat and driving.”
“On a technical level, there's little variety in music and what's there is forgettable, the characters look great but backgrounds are generally boring and there's not a lot of variety there, either.”
“Repetitive music, pretty much 70% of the days use a single song, and it got old quickly.”
“The main complaint I have is the small soundtrack, and if you binge read like I do, it can get a bit repetitive.”
- emotional146 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of "Kindred Spirits on the Roof" is highly praised for its heartfelt storytelling and character development, particularly in the context of yuri romance. Players report a deep emotional engagement, often experiencing laughter and tears as they navigate the touching narratives of various couples, each facing their own unique challenges. The game balances lighthearted moments with profound emotional depth, making it a memorable and wholesome experience for fans of visual novels.
“Through touching narratives, players help foster love among six unique couples, each with their own emotional journeys and struggles.”
“The addition of full voice acting and bonus drama segments adds layers of emotional depth, making each playthrough a memorable experience.”
“I cried, I laughed, I smiled, I felt my face flush, I experienced more with this visual novel than I have in a long while.”
- graphics77 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their charming, anime-inspired art style, which effectively captures the emotional depth of the narrative. While some users note that the visuals are somewhat dated and limited in resolution, the overall quality of the artwork and character designs is considered high, contributing to a captivating atmosphere. However, a few reviews mention that the number of CG scenes is relatively low, and some characters may not appeal to all players.
“The anime-inspired art style captures emotions and conveys the gentle, heartwarming tone of the story perfectly.”
“The art style is beautiful, with all characters having their own distinct look and vibe, as well as the game having a great soundtrack.”
“The visuals are great, the music is cute and super fitting, and the voice acting is beautifully done!”
“The artwork is not that great.”
“This visual novel has somewhat limited voice acting, art style could use some polish, but...”
“Sadly the audiovisuals are not on par with the writing and those which other VNs present.”
- humor34 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a delightful blend of light-heartedness and emotional depth, featuring lovable characters and witty dialogue that elicits both laughter and tears. Players appreciate the balance of funny and serious moments, with many noting the authenticity of the humor in relation to real-life relationships. Overall, the game is praised for its charming and hilarious storytelling, making it a memorable experience for those who enjoy romantic narratives.
“Amazing visual novel, with lovable and funny characters.”
“Their humor and quirks had me smirking and laughing many times throughout the game.”
“It's light-hearted, often funny, and very touching towards the end, 'healing', and characters are very cute.”
- gameplay28 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 79 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this visual novel is primarily story-driven, featuring limited interactive choices that mainly influence character relationships rather than traditional gameplay mechanics. While players can expect several hours of content with multiple storylines and character arcs, many reviews highlight a lack of engaging gameplay elements, with the experience often feeling linear and impersonal. Overall, the gameplay is minimal, focusing on advancing the narrative rather than offering substantial interactive challenges.
“Expect several hours of gameplay with many storylines and unique character arcs.”
“The format this visual novel uses is actually quite unique and refreshing, and it also gets rid of the annoying repetitive nature of most other visual novels when you're chasing different character arcs.”
“It’s $30, yes, but there’s around 30 hours of gameplay, so it’s well worth the money.”
“The gameplay consists of choosing a scene from a calendar, going through the scene, very rarely getting a dialogue choice that doesn't affect anything, then going back to the calendar for the next scene.”
“There's no gameplay at all.”
“Being a visual novel, the gameplay is not too interesting.”
- character development24 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is praised for its depth and complexity, with a variety of characters that are well-designed and memorable. While most characters receive significant development, a few may feel somewhat neglected. The integration of non-verbal commentary and intimate scenes enhances the understanding of character relationships, making the emotional investment feel worthwhile.
“There is a great deal of character development throughout the game.”
“I wasn't expecting much when I bought it, but what I got out of it was a good 30 hours of surprisingly complex character development, adorableness, and quite a few 'squee so cute' moments.”
“The character development and pacing is great, and by the time the scenes of intimacy come about, you really feel like you know the characters and the intricacies of their relationships well.”
“As for character development, not everyone gets the same amount of it, but maybe one or two get somewhat neglected.”
“I came to this game with the hope beyond all hope that I would find a story worthy of my time, with characters I could care about, romances I could invest into emotionally, and character development that assured that my time investment would feel worthwhile.”
“It would be unfair to say the erotic scenes don't serve their own purpose in character development, but they are simply moments where everything comes to a head.”
- atmosphere10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of this 2012 yuri visual novel is characterized by its charming and nostalgic setting at the Kokonotsuboshi Girls' Academy, enhanced by high-quality visuals and a gentle musical score that complements the blossoming romance between the characters. Reviewers praise the game's light-heartedness and emotional depth, noting that the soundtrack and scene-specific music significantly contribute to the overall experience, making it a standout title in its genre.
“This yuri visual novel from 2012, despite its age, captivates with its charming atmosphere and deeply developed characters.”
“Numerous high-quality CGs and a gentle, pleasant musical score perfectly complement the atmosphere of blossoming feelings between the girls.”
“🏫 Setting: set in Kokonotsuboshi Girls' Academy, a nostalgic and atmospheric school built on the grounds of an old castle.”
“The focus is on characterization, not panties; this is a story of romance, not sex: the uncertain confession, the embarrassed atmosphere, the soft touch on the arm, tension, suspense, and ecstasy.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally decent, with commendable voice performances that enhance the experience, particularly highlighted by Youka's standout role. However, users report issues with performance when switching windows, causing slowdowns in text and gameplay. Overall, while the voice work is a strong point, the game's performance could benefit from further refinement.
“I must commend all of these lovely ladies for putting their hearts and souls into their performances - no matter the situation, they seemed to nail their lines, and all of their voices were very unique and recognizable from each other.”
“All of the funniest, most exciting, or most painful moments are acted--it is a slight disappointment that it all isn't, but they made sure they got the most out of the performances, and they are well-done.”
“You need a standard performance PC.”
“The other issue I've run into was performance.”
“Decent performance - when the game is running, but when you switch windows, the game may slow down, and you will see text slow down as it rolls across the screen.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability due to its thoughtfully developed couples' stories, encouraging players to revisit the narrative. However, some users feel that the overall replay value is limited, reducing the incentive to play again beyond nostalgia.
“Each couple's story is thoughtfully developed, encouraging replayability.”
“It, however, means that replayability will sadly be non-existent save for reminiscence.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players note that while some aspects of grinding, such as card farming, can feel tedious and unnecessary, the overall experience remains enjoyable and the story flows well.
“If anyone is wondering about my playtime, most of that is from card farming and being AFK.”
“Some plot threads felt tedious and unnecessary, making the grinding experience less enjoyable.”
“The grinding aspect of the game can feel repetitive and draining over time.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent freezes that necessitate closing and restarting the game every few minutes.
“I have to close the game every five minutes or so, or it freezes.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experience constant lag and disconnections, which ruin the experience.”
