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.
Reviews
- The game features a hilarious and absurd sense of humor, filled with memes and pop culture references that can provide a good laugh.
- The art and soundtrack are well-received, with colorful visuals and a catchy, upbeat soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- It's a light-hearted visual novel that doesn't take itself seriously, making it a fun and relaxing choice for those looking to unwind.
- The story is often criticized for being nonsensical and lacking depth, with many reviewers finding it difficult to follow or unengaging.
- Technical issues such as bugs, lack of basic features like a backlog jump, and poor UI design detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- The humor can become repetitive and tiresome over longer play sessions, leading to a feeling of fatigue rather than enjoyment.
- humor50 mentions
- 96 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The humor in "Lamunation" is a divisive aspect, with many players finding it genuinely hilarious due to its absurdity, clever one-liners, and meme references, while others criticize it for relying heavily on toilet humor and randomness. The game features a mix of clever and juvenile jokes, often breaking the fourth wall, which can either delight or frustrate players depending on their taste in comedy. Overall, it appeals to those who enjoy over-the-top, irreverent humor, but may not resonate with everyone.
“Absolutely hilarious visual novel.”
“Lamunation is a hilarious fever dream of wacky hijinks, zany humor, and sheer absurdity that generally doesn't even consider taking itself seriously.”
“The jokes are genuinely hilarious, the characters are memorable, the art is amazing, the music is outstanding, and just the overall vibe of the game is so uplifting.”
“I thought this was supposed to be a comedy, but all the jokes were not funny and the characters are overly sexualized.”
“I don't know if the dialogue is supposed to be funny or not.”
- story48 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story in this visual novel is widely criticized for its lack of coherence and depth, often described as a nonsensical and disjointed experience filled with random humor and pop culture references. While some players appreciate the light-hearted, comedic elements and find enjoyment in the absurdity, many feel that the narrative is weak, with little to no meaningful plot progression, making it more suitable for those seeking entertainment rather than a compelling story. Overall, the consensus suggests that if you're looking for a serious narrative, this game may not meet your expectations.
“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.”
“This title is a medium-length romantic-comedy (mostly comedy rather than romance) linear visual novel, with 3 selectable routes/scenarios plus a prologue and after story.”
“The story is a nonsensical fever dream with very little in the way of establishing any sort of plot.”
“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.”
“Incredibly boring story!”
- music37 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its diverse and engaging soundtrack that includes elements of j-pop, retro '80s styles, and modern EDM. Players find the music to be a standout feature, enhancing the overall atmosphere and enjoyment of the game, despite some wishing for a dedicated soundtrack player. Overall, the soundtrack is described as "out of this world," contributing significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
“Each heroine/character has their own personality different from the other and the music in this game is too good.”
“The game has an interesting J-pop style soundtrack and very well-drawn sprites.”
“The music is so good it's insane; it has 80's disco music, J-pop, rock, techno, dubstep, and lots of others.”
“The music is out of this world, and really, really fits it. It's well worth getting the DLC as it's a collection of the songs from the game, with different variants.”
“Although sadly the full OST isn't available on Steam.”
“Frankly, the OST is a marvel, it is entitled to classical, oriental, and western music. It is a pity that the game does not have a menu to reproduce the OST in extras.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally well-received, with many praising the clean visuals and amazing artwork, though some note that the resolution is limited to 720p. While the visuals are considered better than average, they fall short of the highest standards in the genre. Overall, the graphics complement the game's engaging soundtrack and humor, despite some concerns about the user interface and memorability.
“The graphics were really clean too.”
“Great art + visuals.”
“I give it an 8/10; I liked the setting and artwork.”
“The visuals are more than passable, a lot better than others I've played, but not as good as some.”
“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.”
“Visuals are okay.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is polarizing; while some players appreciate its lighthearted and comedic approach as a refreshing break from more serious visual novels, others find the story to be incredibly dull and lacking depth. Overall, it caters to those seeking a wholesome and relaxing experience rather than an emotionally charged narrative.
“I wasn't interested in this kind of genre, but I needed 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.”
“The story was incredibly boring!”
“I felt no emotional connection to the characters.”
“The game failed to evoke any real feelings.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been criticized for buggy patches that introduce minor UI glitches, such as glitched sprites, offset backgrounds, and issues with save slot thumbnails. Overall, these problems detract from the user experience.
“The game is plagued by buggy patches that disrupt the overall experience.”
“There are minor UI glitches, including glitched sprites, an offset background, and a bugged save slot thumbnail.”
“The stability issues make it difficult to enjoy the game fully.”
- atmosphere2 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 for players. While there are some humorous moments, the overall ambiance enhances the storytelling and contributes positively to the gameplay.
“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.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the character designs and soundtrack receive praise, there is no specific mention of character development in the reviews, suggesting that this aspect may not be a focal point of the game.
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the 2019 "international" edition is criticized for lacking basic features and offering a minimalist user interface, resulting in a poor overall experience.
“This 'international' edition was released in 2019 without the basic features, offering just a 'minimalist' UI and a terrible gameplay experience.”
