Knowledge, or know Lady
- March 28, 2024
- 蒸汽满满工作室
- 8h median play time
Get on Steam"Knowledge or Know Lady," also known as "Ladies' School Prince," is a first-person, live interactive visual novel where you play as the sole male student in a women's university. Experience a romantic and humorous campus love journey with various heroines, such as a mysterious girl, gentle sweetheart, cool motorcycle girl, mature school doctor, playful international student, and proud senior sister. With diverse endings and innovative gameplay, your choices will determine your own campus legend.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a beautiful cast of characters, with engaging and charming personalities that enhance the overall experience.
- The gameplay includes a variety of choices and paths, allowing for replayability and exploration of different storylines.
- The humor and light-hearted tone of the game make it an enjoyable experience, often eliciting laughter and fun interactions.
- There are significant translation inconsistencies and grammatical errors in the English subtitles, which can lead to confusion during gameplay.
- The game can feel tedious at times, especially when replaying routes without the ability to save progress, making it frustrating to achieve desired endings.
- Some characters lack depth and development, leading to a less satisfying emotional connection compared to other games in the genre.
- story274 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The story of the game is generally regarded as enjoyable but often criticized for being clichéd and lacking depth, with many players noting its disjointed flow and abrupt endings. While some appreciate the comedic elements and character interactions, others find the narrative simplistic and heavily reliant on fan service. Overall, the game offers a branching storyline that allows for multiple outcomes, but it may not satisfy those seeking a more profound or emotionally engaging plot.
“At the beginning, I didn’t expect anything special, but with each new episode, each meeting with the characters and adventures experienced with them, I became more and more immersed in this story.”
“Game starts as kind of light-hearted high-school adventure, but as the story progresses and you will get to know main characters better, there are some well-grounded in reality moments and some story branches quite touching.”
“I was pleasantly surprised by the amusing plot lines and charming characters, each with their unique traits.”
“It's a visual novel with a cliché story and poor transitions.”
“Fair warning: the story gets really disjointed at times and doesn't always flow smoothly from scene to scene.”
“The story is all over the place; it's a mess.”
- humor58 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is widely praised for its humor, with many players finding it genuinely funny and charming, particularly in its lighthearted approach to romance and campus life. Reviewers highlight the engaging dialogue and comedic moments that balance silliness with sweetness, making it an entertaining experience, especially when played with friends. However, some note that certain jokes may be lost in translation, and while the humor is appreciated, comparisons to other titles suggest it may not be the best in its genre.
“Absolutely hilarious rom-com visual novel!”
“There are ridiculous but also genuinely laugh-out-loud moments that play the right balance between the silliness and sweetness of this romantic story, such as when the 5 women play a game of 'tell a story after 1 sentence' that descends into a hilarious scene each subsequent woman turns their rivals into evil fox spirits looking to seduce Lin Fan's fantasy character.”
“The storyline and dialogue were pretty funny and kept me entertained the whole time; there was never a dull moment.”
- gameplay48 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay is primarily simple and heavily focused on visual storytelling, with minimal interactive elements such as quick-time events (QTEs) and an inventory system that enhances character interactions and unlocks endings. While some players appreciate the charming visuals and engaging cutscenes, many agree that the gameplay lacks depth and is not the main draw of the experience. Overall, it offers a pleasant but straightforward experience typical of visual novels, with a unique Korean story as a highlight.
“Worth a play, if only because of the unique gameplay and Korean story.”
“The QTEs enhance interaction with the cutscenes, contributing to a more engaging gameplay experience.”
“Awesome gameplay and a very cute and diverse cast!”
“The game's mechanics are as predictable as my existential dread at 3 a.m.”
“Jokes aside, there's nothing very impressive about the plot of the game or its gameplay.”
“Nobody is playing this game for the gameplay.”
- emotional34 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is generally described as heartwarming and wholesome, featuring lovable characters and a light-hearted narrative that evolves into more touching moments as players engage with the story. While many players appreciate the emotional depth and the positive portrayal of women, some feel that the love story lacks the emotional impact found in other titles, which may affect its appeal to those seeking a more profound romantic experience. Overall, it offers a colorful and uplifting experience, though the quality of the English translation detracts from the emotional engagement for some players.
“I am deeply grateful to the creators and participants of this game for an unforgettable and touching experience.”
“Game starts as a kind of light-hearted high-school adventure, but as the story progresses and you get to know the main characters better, there are some well-grounded moments in reality and some story branches that are quite touching.”
“If you want to cry, love, and learn, this is the game for you. 10/10”
- graphics26 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The graphics in this game are highly praised for their quality, featuring beautiful visuals and effective camera work that enhance the storytelling experience. As a full-motion video (FMV) title, it stands out in the dating sim genre, which often suffers from low-quality visuals, making it a notable exception that appeals to its target demographic. Overall, players appreciate the effort put into the graphics, which contribute significantly to the game's engaging narrative and character dynamics.
“Peak gameplay and mind-blowing graphics.”
“Expect really nice visuals, camera work, and acting along with a tiny bit of gameplay added on in this romance-based dating sim.”
“Got very good visuals with beautiful characters, creating a nice feeling of tension between you and those characters.”
“The entire game plays out like a visual novel with choices that branch out into different outcomes, but instead of visuals/graphics, the game is entirely full-motion video (FMV).”
“Most dating sims on Steam are very low quality, and I don't like reading through pages of text with mediocre visuals added on, so it's nice to experience a game in the genre where you can tell a lot of work was put into it.”
“But then again, we all know this genre targets a specific type of demographic, and those players care about eye candy more than anything else.”
- replayability18 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability through its branching choices and multiple character paths, encouraging players to explore different outcomes and endings. While some users noted the game is relatively short and may feel limited in a single playthrough, the variety of interactions and storylines provides enough incentive for multiple runs. Overall, it is considered a worthwhile experience for those interested in its genre.
“Replayability: different choices branch out to different outcomes, which is clear in a branching tree menu they provide for the story.”
“There is great replayability as sometimes to unlock better choices or the best ending for one particular woman, you have to explore other paths.”
“I found the game to be relatively short and with very limited replayability. Even though it was a one-time experience, I got my money's worth and enjoyed the presented interactions.”
“It's good for replayability but terrible for a single playthrough.”
“Despite pursuing my favorite girl and ending a bit earlier, the game encourages replayability as there are other girls to take interest in.”
- music12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's soundtrack is described as inconsistent, occasionally adding excitement but often feeling plain and repetitive. While it has moments of fun, such as cheesy montages, it ultimately lacks the exceptional quality found in other titles like "Love is All Around." Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's atmosphere but falls short of being memorable.
“Background music sounds fun but is too little and too repetitive.”
“The soundtrack sometimes brings excitement but at other times feels plain.”
“A well-chosen soundtrack can contribute up to 50% of the game's excitement.”
“There are sometimes some cheesy montages of the girl you're with being twee and smiling and frolicking to music in slow motion, playing with a sparkler or whatever because it's a 'fun' date.”
- character development10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is a mixed bag; while players appreciate the opportunity to get to know the characters better, many feel that certain characters, like Nico, lack sufficient screen time and depth. The storytelling takes precedence over character development, leading to some characters feeling less fleshed out and resulting in abrupt endings. Players who prefer more nuanced character arcs may find the development unsatisfying compared to other titles in the genre.
“As I explored more of the game, I got to know each one of them better, which was very cool, even though a couple of the girls have potential for more character development and a more satisfying ending than they got.”
“I feel like they didn't give Nico (the foreigner girl) enough screen time and character development.”
“But if you liked the more serious character developments that made some of the love interests from 'Love is All Around' or 'Five Dates' feel more real and engaging, 'Knowledge or Know Lady' might not fully engage you with some of the women not being fully fleshed out and abrupt endings.”
“The characters in this game (Ladies School Prince, LSP) seem more genuine, likely because Liaa gave precedence to storytelling over character development.”
- optimization10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has seen notable improvements, contributing to an enjoyable experience with a compelling story and well-developed characters. Reviewers appreciate the high production quality and performances, deeming the game's value fair given its content and current market conditions.
“Its optimization has improved, and it's quite a fun story with likable characters; I'd recommend it.”
“For the time I estimate this game will give me and the quality of its production and cast performance, the asking price is very fair... especially in today's gaming climate.”
“The videos are very well produced, with some fantastic performances.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the lack of save options that force them to replay multiple choices to see different outcomes. Achieving 100% completion is possible but often requires extensive time investment and reliance on guides, making the experience feel unnecessarily cumbersome.
“Playing different routes is tedious as you can't make saves, so you have to make a choice and then go through all the following choices again for it to propagate.”
“For a game like this, they should give more leeway than a 'perfect run' that requires a guide or hours spent fiddling through tedious UIs.”
“It was tedious to get all the achievements but definitely possible.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews do not provide relevant information about the monetization aspect of the game, focusing instead on personal feelings towards a character from an advertisement. Therefore, no summary can be derived regarding monetization.
