Kokurase Episode 1

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Kokurase Episode 1 is a single player role playing game. It was developed by galanti and was released on November 10, 2016. It received very positive reviews from players.

The Kokurase gang, also known as Cupid’s Helpers, is out to help freshman Sakura woo Yoshimitsu, a popular senior with every other girl in school vying for his heart. Switch between members to bring these two lovebirds together in an intertwining tale.

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 88 reviews

story25 positive mentions

monetization7 negative mentions

The game features a unique character-switching mechanic that enhances storytelling and engagement, allowing players to experience the plot from multiple perspectives.
The art style is charming and expressive, contributing to the overall quirky and fun atmosphere of the game.
The writing is humorous and entertaining, with well-developed characters that add depth to the narrative.

The plot can be confusing at times, with a few players finding the story convoluted and the ending leaving unanswered questions.
There are reports of game-breaking bugs and glitches that can hinder progress, leading to frustration for some players.
The RPG Maker engine limitations result in graphics and gameplay that may not appeal to everyone, making it feel less polished compared to other modern games.

story
55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of Kokurase is characterized by its quirky humor, engaging character dynamics, and a unique mechanic that allows players to switch between distinct personalities, enhancing the narrative experience. While some reviewers noted that the plot can feel typical or brief, many praised its charm, character development, and the clever integration of gameplay with storytelling. Overall, the game is described as entertaining and rich in character interactions, making it a delightful experience for fans of high school romance and comedic narratives.
- “Okay, the plot might sound typical, but it isn't - it's full of humor and interesting characters.”
- “Kokurase is by far one of the most story-rich games I've ever played.”
- “The gameplay focuses on character interaction and mission-based progression, ensuring a captivating plot despite the game’s brevity.”
- “However, I can't help but feel the negatives with the story outweigh the positives enough for me to not be interested in purchasing the other chapters past chapter 1.”
- “It's worse than time travel; you have to switch between multiple characters all the time to advance the story.”
- “The story isn't too long but just enough to pass the time.”
gameplay
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The gameplay is characterized by a mix of character interaction and mission-based progression, reminiscent of a relaxed Danganronpa style, allowing players to select options without penalties. While some players found directions unclear and the environments bland, the unique character-switching mechanic and charming art style contributed to an enjoyable experience. Overall, the game offers a fun and engaging narrative, despite some mechanical frustrations.
- “The gameplay focuses on character interaction and mission-based progression, ensuring a captivating plot despite the game’s brevity.”
- “The game mechanics are also quite fun - the ability to switch between characters brings some kind of 'simultaneous' feeling to the story that was pretty nice.”
- “Amazing art, cute story, crazy characters, and nice switching mechanics.”
- “Some of the directions/objectives aren't as clear as I wanted; in at least 2 or 3 scenarios, I had to look at someone else's gameplay on YouTube for instructions.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it's honestly nothing to write home about.”
- “1 is free; I definitely recommend giving it a try before you buy the 2-3 DLC, as the game mechanics may be frustrating for some players - there is a lot of switching between characters.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are a mixed bag, with the RPG Maker engine limiting fullscreen and HD support, leading to some generic visuals. However, the unique and charming art style, characterized by quirky character designs and appealing aesthetics, has garnered praise from many players, making it a standout feature despite technical limitations. Overall, while the in-game graphics may not impress everyone, the artistic direction and character artwork are widely appreciated.
- “The art style is quirky and appealing, and the music is splendid.”
- “The artwork is absolutely gorgeous; it's sort of simple to call it 'anime' because it's incredibly stylized and has a nice edge to it.”
- “Nice humor, amazing visuals with a unique art style and peppy music.”
- “Like all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options.”
- “Finally, the unique downside is that the 'in-game' graphics and movement mechanics are just plain lame, generic RPG Maker for sure, but the charming faces and all artwork do make up for that, so don't let that get you down; it is good stuff at the end of the day!”
- “Although the RPG Maker visuals might not appeal to everyone, and the high price of additional content may seem steep for the visual style, the charm of the game easily draws you in.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as nice and effective, with quirky characters and amusing scenarios that enhance the overall experience. However, some players feel that the humor can be overshadowed by problematic themes and a lack of character growth, leading to mixed feelings about its appropriateness and depth. Overall, while the game has its funny moments and clever execution, it may not resonate with everyone due to its handling of sensitive topics.
- “Nice humor, amazing visuals with a unique art style and peppy music.”
- “The writing is simple, effective, and funny.”
- “For starters, it shows off a bunch of things that can be done in RPG Maker that have nothing to do with combat, RPGs, etc. Second, the members of Kokurase (a matchmaking club) are all interesting and quirky, which adds a lot of humor to the plot overall.”
- “The trouble is that all of these things are spoilers, but in the vaguest sense possible, my issues with this game are the way it makes light of something incredibly problematic and dire, the overly forceful and creepy way it often treats relationships, and the fact that no one really learns anything (and it's not funny enough to make up for that).”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is consistently praised for its delightful and calming qualities, often described as fantastic and peppy with a jazzy feel. Reviewers appreciate how well the music complements the unique art style and enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “The music flows nicely, with a more kind of jazzy feel.”
- “Love the art style and the music they used for each character.”
- “Very enjoyable game with fantastic art and calming music.”
monetization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is criticized for misleadingly presenting itself as a full game when it is actually a demo or advertisement for another title, Kokurase. This practice is seen as a harmful tactic that clutters the Steam catalog with low-effort RPG Maker assets, detracting from genuine developers and potentially exploiting the platform's marketing space without proper investment. Overall, this approach is viewed negatively, as it misleads consumers and undermines the integrity of the gaming marketplace.
- “Kokurase, the game this is an advertisement for, is one of hundreds of low-effort retro-pixel JRPG ripoffs spamming the Steam catalog, made with the RPG Maker video game construction kit. In their own words, 'our easy-to-use tools are simple enough for a child.' Like all RPG Maker 'games', this is essentially a bunch of low-quality/canned assets from RPG Maker coupled with a cringeworthy high school anime club weeaboo fan fiction.”
- “While it might seem like an innocuous mistake, publishing demos and advertisements as if they are full games is misleading and, in some ways, harmful.”
- “Often developers may choose to incorrectly publish demo/advertisements as separate games as a cheap way to bypass paying Valve for marketing presence on the Steam front page, which may seem clever to them, but it's harmful behavior and it's not good for gamers.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character development for its depth and quality, highlighting well-designed characters and detailed descriptions that enhance the overall experience.
- “I loved the character designs and art as well.”
- “Very good character development and descriptions of each character.”

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Kokurase Episode 1 is a role playing game.

Kokurase Episode 1 is available on PC and Windows.

Kokurase Episode 1 was released on November 10, 2016.

Kokurase Episode 1 was developed by galanti.

Kokurase Episode 1 has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

Kokurase Episode 1 is a single player game.

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