Kiss/OFF

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Kiss/OFF is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Shark and Pelican Games and was released on March 31, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Kiss/OFF" is a single-player simulation game with awesome music, where you play as Vic Powers, a college track star abducted to participate in a high-stakes dating show in space. Your goal is to win the show and return home, but your actions and relationships with the diverse alien contestants can lead to over a dozen unique endings. Will you pursue true love or drive your partner crazy? The choice is yours in this intergalactic dating royale.

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Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews

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Kiss/OFF features a unique and engaging narrative that effectively utilizes time loops and multiverse elements, making each replay feel fresh and meaningful.
The game is praised for its vibrant characters, diverse representation, and a mix of comedy and profound themes, creating a memorable experience that resonates with players.
With a charming art style, a captivating soundtrack, and well-written dialogue, Kiss/OFF offers a delightful blend of fun and emotional depth that appeals to a wide audience.

Some players found the writing and humor to be overly silly, which may not appeal to everyone and could detract from the overall experience.
A few reviewers expressed disappointment with the resolution of the main plot, feeling it relied on coincidences rather than a more satisfying narrative conclusion.
Limited save slots were mentioned as a drawback, making it challenging for players to manage their progress and revisit specific moments in the game.

story
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The story is praised for its complexity, depth, and vibrant character interactions, making each replay engaging rather than tedious. Players appreciate the natural flow of events and the characters' agency, which enhances the narrative experience. While the plot includes twists and layers, some found the eventual true ending predictable, yet the overall storytelling and character design remain compelling and immersive.
- “Replaying the scenarios of how everything could go (did go) never once feels like a chore; coding these variations has probably been a nightmare, but the result is amazing—everything happens very naturally at all times, the characters not only react to your decisions but also manifest their agency offscreen, and the story just feels so lively and vibrant, even after the seventh loop.”
- “The storyline has twists, layers, and depth!”
- “The storyline and character design are so on point, and you really fall for the different characters you get to know.”
- “As for the main plot, I was on-board up until the lovey-dovey true ending, because partway in I already started suspecting the inevitable plot twist based on information revealed in each route.”
- “The storyline has twists, layers, and depth, but it ultimately feels predictable and lacks the impact I was hoping for.”
- “While the characters are designed well and the story has its moments, I found myself disengaged due to the repetitive nature of the plot.”
music
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The music in "kiss/off" is widely praised for its amazing soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience of the game. Players appreciate the charming and emotive tracks that accompany the unique characters and engaging story, creating an immersive atmosphere that complements the dating theme. Overall, the music is described as lovely and boppy, effectively setting the mood throughout the gameplay.
- “The music, style, and pace are also great - it really helps you get into the mood as you are going through dates.”
- “Honestly, all of the songs are lovely.”
- “Great soundtrack, lovable characters, interesting endings, and fun achievements await!”
- “From the music, characters, story, and art, I was fully ready to date or die.”
- “Also, the theme music for his character was my favorite!”
- “You've got a solid boppy music track to accompany you, cute aliens, a supportive robot, emotive writing, and a profound hidden truth to uncover.”
character development
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Players praise the character development for its engaging storyline and appealing character design, which effectively draws them into the personalities and backgrounds of the characters. The stylish and colorful art style enhances the overall experience, making the characters memorable and endearing.
- “The storyline and character design are so on point, and you really fall for the different characters you get to know.”
- “I bought this game because the character design art style is totally right up my alley - stylish, colorful, and absolutely cute.”
- “I seriously need to know who the character design artist is.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are praised for their cute and stylish art style, featuring colorful character designs that resonate well with players. The unique premise and diverse queer characters further enhance the visual appeal, making it an enjoyable experience.
- “With a really cute art style and a unique premise that has lots of fun queer characters, there really is a lot to enjoy here!”
- “Bought this game because the character design art style is totally right up my alley - stylish, colorful, and absolutely cute.”
humor
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The humor in the game is highly praised, featuring a well-written script and an energetic cast of quirky characters that are both memorable and fully developed. Reviewers find it as funny as they had hoped, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “It's well written and very funny; the characters are all very fleshed out and memorable!”
- “As funny as I had been hoping, with a fun, energetic cast with various quirks.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by a powerful ending that explores the profound themes of love and hate, leaving players feeling both heartwarming and heart-wrenching. The experience evokes deep empathy for the characters, making it difficult for players to harbor negative feelings towards them, showcasing the game's ability to resonate on a personal level.
- “And it is a bit unfortunate that I didn’t try to learn the true meaning of hate first, as the ending with finding out the true meaning of love was so very epic, kicked so much ass, was so heartwarming and heartbreaking and perfect ahhhh that I’m not even sure that I can gather enough spirit to be mean to either Steffi or Arturo, even to Risq, let alone Kel, ohhhh Kel, my heart bleeds at the mere thought, ah.”
gameplay
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Players find the gameplay engaging and enjoyable, with quirky characters and fun mechanics that keep the experience fresh and entertaining, alleviating initial concerns about monotony.
- “I was initially worried that I would grow tired of the game and its concept quickly while trying to view all the possible events and endings, but the game truly charmed me with its quirky characters and very fun game mechanics.”
replayability
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Players highlight the game's unexpected and unique approach to replayability, suggesting that it provides fresh experiences upon multiple playthroughs.
- “The game offers a unique way of replayability that I didn't expect.”