Komorebi

94%
Game Brain Score Based on 189 reviews
  • story
  • music
  • emotional
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"Komorebi is a single-player simulation game with a fully voice-acted, intriguing story set in 2041 Toronto. Players will form bonds, romances, and participate in social revolt while being immersed in phenomenal music. Experience a wholesome journey of equality and a brighter future."

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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 189 reviews
story78 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The story is well-written and engaging, with many unexpected twists that keep players invested.
  • The voice acting is exceptional, bringing the characters to life and enhancing the emotional impact of the narrative.
  • The characters feel real and relatable, allowing players to form strong connections with them throughout the game.
  • The main character has limited agency, with few meaningful choices that impact the story, making it feel more like a passive experience.
  • Some plot threads remain unresolved, leaving players with lingering questions and a sense of dissatisfaction at the conclusion.
  • The game lacks quality-of-life features common in other visual novels, such as multiple save slots and the ability to skip previously read text.
  • story190 mentions

    The story of the game is widely praised for its depth, emotional engagement, and well-crafted characters, with many players noting its ability to evoke strong feelings and keep them invested throughout. However, some critiques highlight a lack of player agency, linearity, and unresolved plot threads, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the narrative's unique integration of the player and its intriguing twists make it a compelling choice for fans of story-driven visual novels.

    • “The story is masterfully crafted and stirs up deep emotions.”
    • “The story is amazing, really amazing.”
    • “The game was worth every penny and I'm excited to see what Klace and his team come up with next, a captivating story, beautifully drawn sprites and backgrounds, a stellar job from the writing team and voice actors all comes together to form Komorebi, definitely worth picking up.”
    • “The story is very linear, and the characters are very flat and one-note, having incredibly similar backstories besides their preferences in careers and hobbies.”
    • “The writing overall was okay, but without any good player interactivity or immersion, it drags on from time to time, even more so with the telltale game-style choices that seem to barely affect how the story plays out besides who you'll be romancing.”
    • “The climax starts and ends very quickly with no real stakes involved, and so many mysteries and plot threads that were mentioned throughout the game go completely unanswered and/or unused.”
  • music41 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many praising its outstanding soundtrack, emotional compositions, and effective integration into the narrative. While the vocal soundtrack is no longer accessible due to developer issues, the non-vocal tracks and original songs by klace are highlighted as standout features that enhance the overall experience. Voice acting and ambient music also contribute significantly to the game's immersive atmosphere, making it a joy to play.

    • “The voice acting was amazing and the songs were awesome as well.”
    • “The music is probably the only genuinely good thing about the game, which is to be expected because Klace is a music creator.”
    • “A wonderful soundtrack for a wonderful game.”
    • “The vocal one, however, due to developer drama, has been scrubbed from the internet, and even though the links to it are still up, they all lead to 404s, leaving no legitimate way to acquire the vocal soundtrack (which really sucks because I like it).”
    • “The music is okay, I guess; after 5 hours, I turned it off, but I tend to do that to every visual novel I play.”
    • “Another great entry out of the games that Klace has made, the OST also complemented the scenes well, although they did repeat a lot, but this is understandable as this is a visual novel.”
  • emotional20 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised, with many players noting its ability to evoke strong feelings, from laughter to tears, through its heartfelt storytelling and exceptional voice acting. While some critiques mention that certain emotional arcs feel one-dimensional or that the narrative shifts focus too abruptly, the overall consensus is that the game delivers a profound and engaging emotional experience, making it a standout in the visual novel genre. Players appreciate the exploration of heavy topics in a warm and intelligent manner, contributing to its status as a memorable and impactful title.

    • “Absolute masterpiece, definitely got emotional a couple of times.”
    • “Such an amazing and heartwarming story, I love how this game added voices and stories to the owner of the characters.”
    • “The voice acting was incredible and gave a lot to the overall strength of things, being able to hear the emotional moments and the banter between characters made it feel a lot more real and organic.”
  • humor7 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by exceptional voice acting and well-developed characters, each with distinct speech patterns that enhance the comedic experience. Players appreciate the blend of funny and serious moments, with absurdity that prompts laughter both with and at the game. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to an engaging and emotionally resonant experience.

    • “The voice acting is phenomenal, the story intricate, the characters are lovable and funny, very pretty too!”
    • “I wouldn't exactly know how to put it, but this game has a lot of absurdity that had me questioning whether or not I laughed with the game, or at the game, and it took me a while before I came to the conclusion that I was actually laughing with the game.”
    • “All the characters have a distinct manner of speech that sets them apart despite a shared lingo; add the aforementioned voice cast on top of that, and you can most definitely tell who is talking without looking at the screen (although then you would be missing out on the lively, occasionally humorous facial expressions).”
  • gameplay6 mentions

    The gameplay is primarily focused on reading and listening to a fully voiced narrative, typical of visual novels, offering around 30 hours of content with romance options. While the story is engaging and explores themes of agency, it lacks interactive elements and has some unresolved plotlines, which may deter players seeking more dynamic gameplay experiences. Overall, it delivers a sweet narrative but does not innovate in gameplay mechanics.

    • “The game offers nearly 30 hours of gameplay, fully voiced characters, and the option to romance with them.”
    • “Very sweet story with an interesting way of exploring agency in the mechanics.”
    • “Nonetheless, it possesses certain shortcomings, particularly in terms of interactive gameplay and unresolved plotlines.”
    • “It's a visual novel, so the gameplay is largely you sitting there reading on-screen text (and in this case listening to the stellar voice cast); if that's not your cup of tea, this review isn't likely to change your mind.”
    • “It doesn't have cinematic cutscenes or revolutionary gameplay, but that was never what it is supposed to be.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    The graphics in "Komorebi" are highly praised for their beauty, featuring stunning background and character art that enhance the overall experience of the visual novel. The artwork, combined with an excellent voice cast and a captivating soundtrack, creates an immersive atmosphere, although some players noted a lack of variety in character designs. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's appeal and storytelling.

    • “The graphics are really beautiful for a visual novel, especially the background and character art, along with an extremely talented voice cast immersing you in this game (not to mention a just as talented soundtrack and music composer too!)”
    • “Komorebi is well put together; it has excellent music, voice acting, writing, and artwork.”
    • “There is great artwork, great music including a couple of bangers, from a whole album of music created for the game.”
    • “As for the visuals, my only complaint is the rampant canine characters; only Taylor, the hare streamer, breaks that monotony.”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
    • “While the art style is unique, the execution leaves much to be desired, resulting in a visually unappealing experience.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is limited due to sparse dialogue choices and a short playtime, making it easy to complete in just a few hours. However, the option to view slice-of-life vignettes in any order can enhance replay value for those who choose to explore different sequences.

    • “The first fourth of the game acquaints you with the principal cast rather well through the use of slice-of-life-style vignettes -- which, by the way, can be viewed in any order you wish; while I would recommend doing them all chronologically (left-to-right) on your first playthrough, being able to switch up the order will greatly improve replayability.”
    • “The dialogue choices are extremely few and far between in this entry, removing any replay value.”
    • “You can quickly finish the visual novel in a few hours, and replayability is low.”
  • atmosphere3 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is highly immersive, making players feel genuinely part of the character group rather than just a passive protagonist. The gradual development of characters enhances the experience, complemented by effective music, although some narrative questions remain unanswered. Overall, the atmosphere is praised for its depth and emotional resonance.

    • “Because they feel so real, and the atmosphere in their group is so well researched and rendered, that I really feel part of the group, and not like the normal protagonist of a story who just happens to be there for reasons.”
    • “It has good music and atmosphere.”
    • “Words can hardly capture the atmosphere of playing Komorebi and how it gradually brings characters to life as you get to know them.”
    • “The atmosphere feels disjointed and lacks cohesion, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
    • “While the visuals are stunning, the atmosphere feels empty and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Character development is criticized for its lack of variety among candidates, with designs being described as inconsistent and heavily influenced by community input. While some designs are appealing, the overall selection fails to offer a diverse range of characters.

    • “Most of the character designs are palatable, but there's no variety in the candidates.”
    • “The character designs are hit or miss; apparently, they were community-owned characters again.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    While the story and voice performances are praised, there are indications that the game's optimization may not meet expectations, suggesting potential performance issues that could detract from the overall experience.

  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious due to a lack of quality-of-life features, such as autoplay, skip, or fast forward options, which significantly hinder the replay experience.

    • “The quality of life in the game is severely lacking—most notably, there is no autoplay, skip, or fast forward button, making replaying this game very, very tedious.”
    • “Grinding feels like an endless chore, with little reward for the time invested.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding in this game quickly becomes a frustrating experience rather than an enjoyable one.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users have reported experiencing glitches that result in the appearance of shadowy figures, raising concerns about the game's stability and the reliability of its visual elements.

    • “Some of the glitches make shadowy figures appear, even when they aren't actually real or present.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress.”
    • “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
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Play time

27hMedian play time
24hAverage play time
18-30hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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