Lamunation!: International
- November 21, 2019
- White Powder
Get on Steam"Lamunation!: International" is a comedy visual novel featuring a carbonated drink company facing closure and a group of friends trying to save it. The game is set in a retro '80s style with a modern EDM soundtrack, and it promises over 9000 memes. The story follows Luna, who spends his days relaxing in his jacuzzi, as he and his friends attempt to revive the old factory in coastal Saint Aria.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a hilarious and absurd sense of humor, filled with memes and pop culture references that keep the experience entertaining.
- The soundtrack is outstanding, with a mix of genres that enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.
- The character designs are colorful and appealing, contributing to a fun and light-hearted atmosphere.
- The story is nonsensical and lacks depth, often feeling like a series of random jokes rather than a cohesive narrative.
- Technical issues such as bugs, UI glitches, and problems with the 18+ patch detract from the overall experience.
- The humor can be hit or miss, with some players finding the reliance on toilet humor and sexual innuendos off-putting.
- humor100 mentions
- 96 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The humor in this visual novel is a mix of absurdity, toilet jokes, and meme references, often breaking the fourth wall and embracing randomness. While many players find it genuinely hilarious and uplifting, others feel the humor can be juvenile or over-the-top, making it a polarizing experience. Overall, it appeals to those who enjoy a laid-back, irreverent comedic style, but may not resonate with everyone due to its reliance on niche humor.
“Absolutely hilarious visual novel.”
“I really enjoyed the story; it wasn't too complicated, and it's full of jokes that made me laugh out loud.”
“But if that doesn't put you off, Lamunation is a hilarious fever dream of wacky hijinks, zany humor, and sheer absurdity that generally doesn't even consider taking itself seriously.”
“I thought this was supposed to be a comedy, but all the jokes were not funny.”
“I don't know if the dialogue is supposed to be funny or not.”
- story94 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The story is largely described as a nonsensical, light-hearted romp filled with comedy and pop culture references, lacking a cohesive plot. While some players enjoyed the humor and slice-of-life elements, many criticized the narrative for being flat, disjointed, and primarily serving as a backdrop for adult content rather than a compelling storyline. Overall, it appeals to those seeking a fun, carefree experience rather than a deep or engaging plot.
“It's... a very happy story about four girls and one boy.”
“I really enjoyed the story; it wasn't too complicated, and it's full of jokes that made me laugh out loud.”
“Add that in with a ton of neat little references and you got yourself a great romcom story.”
“Aside from that, the story is so terrible to follow that I felt my IQ dropping by the dialogue line.”
“Sadly, the overall story is kinda flat and most of the chapters of the two routes for Lamuna and the twins Iris & Rayla feel like filler content as these routes' main aspect (winning a food contest to improve the situation of a soda factory or a diner) is barely mentioned at all.”
“The story can be summed up like this: a group of rich kids clown around for a while, then have sex.”
- music74 mentions
- 53 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its diverse and engaging soundtrack that blends genres like j-pop, '80s disco, rock, and modern EDM. Players find the music enhances the overall experience, fitting the game's vibrant atmosphere and humor, although some express disappointment over the lack of a dedicated soundtrack player. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the standout features of the game, contributing significantly to its appeal.
“Each heroine/character has their own personality different from the other and the music in this game is too good.”
“The music is so good it's insane; it has 80's disco music, J-pop, rock, techno, dubstep, and lots of others.”
“By far the best thing about this game is the bangin' soundtrack.”
“Although sadly the full OST isn't available on Steam.”
“Frankly, the OST is a marvel; it encompasses classical, oriental, and western music. It is a pity that the game does not have a menu to play the OST in extras.”
“The sprites are overly reused, no animations, and even the music is out of place.”
- graphics17 mentions
- 53 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally well-received, with many praising the clean visuals and impressive artwork, though some note that they fall short of the highest standards in the genre. While the visuals are complemented by a captivating soundtrack and humorous elements, there are criticisms regarding the user interface and the overall memorability of the graphics. Overall, the visuals are considered good, earning a score of around 8/10 from some users.
“The graphics were really clean too.”
“Great art + visuals.”
“On the plus side, the artwork is amazing, and the quality of the writing is fantastic.”
“There are two downsides I can think of, however: the UI (particularly for aesthetics) is questionable and not being able to make a whole lot memorable out of it.”
“The visuals are more than passable, a lot better than others I've played, but not as good as some.”
“Visuals ok.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is perceived as lacking depth, with some users finding the story boring and unengaging. However, it is recommended for those seeking a lighthearted, comedic experience rather than an emotionally intense narrative.
“I am not interested in this kind of genre, but I need to change my mindset and take a break from emotionally intense visual novels.”
“If you want a visual novel that is not serious and is just for wholesome relaxation with good memes or comedy, I suggest you buy this game.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by its colorful art and amazing music, creating an enjoyable experience. Reviewers appreciate the overall ambiance and the engaging story atmosphere, though some express a desire for more humorous moments.
“It has an overall nice atmosphere with the colorful art and amazing music, so I had a good time with it.”
“The atmosphere of the story is also nice to enjoy.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game exhibits minor stability issues, including UI glitches such as glitched sprites, offset backgrounds, and bugged save slot thumbnails. Additionally, players have reported problems with buggy patches that may affect overall performance.
“Minor UI glitches (glitched sprites, offset background, bugged save slot thumbnail).”
“Buggy patches.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight that while the character designs are visually appealing, there is no specific mention of character development, suggesting that this aspect may not be a focal point in the game.
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the 2019 "international" edition has been criticized for lacking basic features and offering a minimalist user interface, resulting in a poor overall experience.
“This 'international' edition was released in 2019, lacking basic features, with a 'minimalist' UI and a terrible gameplay experience.”
