Leap of Faith
- March 28, 2020
- DriftyGames
- 14h median play time
"Leap of Faith" is a single-player Erotic Visual Novel game with an intriguing story, excellent graphics, and a sensational replayability value. The game keeps a comedic tone while addressing serious issues, providing a rollercoaster of emotions and plenty of laughs. With its splendid soundtrack, the game tells a heartwarming story about bonding through friendship and romance during early adulthood.
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- Incredible storytelling that evokes a wide range of emotions, from laughter to tears.
- Well-developed characters with relatable struggles, making the player genuinely care about their outcomes.
- Beautiful visuals and a fitting soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
- Some animations can be choppy and lack fluidity, detracting from the immersive experience.
- Certain plot points may feel unrealistic or forced, leading to moments of disbelief.
- The game can be emotionally heavy, which may not be suitable for players currently dealing with mental health issues.
- story1,149 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The story of "Leap of Faith" is widely praised for its emotional depth and character development, often described as a powerful narrative that tackles serious themes such as depression and personal growth. Players appreciate the intricate storytelling that keeps them invested, with many noting that the adult content feels secondary to the rich plot and relatable characters. Overall, the game is recognized as a standout in the adult visual novel genre, offering a compelling experience that resonates with players on a personal level.
“It's truly a beautiful story with no weak-link characters.”
“The story was so well thought out, really kept me invested the whole way through.”
“The story is powerful and actually helped me understand a person I love very much a little better.”
“The story is all over the place and none of it is interesting, and it was a massive chore to finish.”
“The last act of the story is taking too long, it full of unnecessary scenes and conversations but it is somewhat okish to invest throughout in the end.”
“The story was linear so replays didn't have a lot of variation.”
- emotional270 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -1 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised, with players describing it as a profound and impactful experience that evokes a range of feelings, from laughter to tears. Many reviewers highlight the well-crafted narrative and character development, noting that the story tackles serious themes such as love, loss, and mental health, often leading to intense emotional investment. Overall, it is regarded as one of the most emotionally engaging visual novels, capable of leaving players feeling deeply moved and reflective long after playing.
“I won't lie, I cried. I felt a personal connection, never anything I thought I would say about a game like this.”
“This is probably the best and most emotional adult visual novel game I've ever played.”
“The emotional investment is something you just don't find anywhere; love, passion, and grief will rip your heart in two.”
“The emotional moments felt forced and unconvincing.”
“I didn't connect with any of the characters; their struggles felt superficial.”
“The attempts at emotional depth fell flat and left me feeling indifferent.”
- music217 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its ability to enhance the emotional depth of the narrative, with many players noting that the soundtrack is thoughtfully curated to match the mood of each scene. While some users expressed disappointment over the removal of certain tracks due to copyright issues, the overall consensus is that the remaining music is still impactful and integral to the gaming experience. Many reviewers highlighted the soundtrack as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's atmosphere and emotional resonance.
“The music, not one song in this game didn't stick to you.”
“The music is a big reason why this game feels as special as it is; it really elevates those moments above and beyond.”
“The soundtrack is fantastic with lots of great songs that play and relate to the particular scene.”
“The music to me was distracting, or even grating at times, so for most of it, I just leave the music off.”
“It's a shame that some music was missing due to copyright issues; otherwise, it would've been perfect.”
“Right now, the dev does not have any music in this game because of some copyright issues, but honestly, the story alone carries this game.”
- humor79 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- -3 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a blend of clever writing and situational comedy, often providing a lighthearted counterbalance to its more serious themes. While some players found the humor to be genuinely funny and engaging, others noted moments of discomfort or inconsistency, with certain jokes landing better than others. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with emotional depth, creating an experience that elicits both laughter and tears.
“It's hilarious at times that I actually laughed; it's interesting and keeps you engaged throughout, and it's highly emotional.”
“The humor is just silly enough to hurt your sides while never reaching cringe level or taking anything away from the immersion of the story.”
“The humor lands perfectly, the dialogue flows so well, you easily connect with all the characters, and the music fits perfectly!”
“It makes it uncomfortable, especially with some really unfunny gags.”
“The humor falls flat and often feels forced, making it hard to enjoy.”
“I found the jokes to be cringeworthy rather than funny, which ruined the experience.”
- graphics72 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their high quality, with many reviewers noting the beautiful artwork, polished animations, and attention to detail. While some found the visuals to be merely good or average, the overall consensus highlights that the graphics complement the engaging story and music, making for a visually pleasing experience. However, a few critiques mention that the adult content's animations could be improved, but this does not detract significantly from the game's overall appeal.
“Everything I experienced in this visual novel was astounding, from graphics to music to story.”
“The artwork and animations are similar to 'Chasing Sunsets' but a little more polished and refined.”
“Outstanding visual novel... superb storytelling, great music, great visuals - including animations, and great play/interface that worked with no issues.”
“The only weak point of the game is the visuals.”
“To be honest, I expected a bit dull (or at best an average) story at the beginning with also a bit dull characters and average graphics & design.”
“First chapters could do with better graphics.”
- replayability26 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The game offers high replayability due to its branching storylines, multiple character arcs, and unique backstories, encouraging players to explore different choices and endings. Many reviewers highlight the engaging characters and the variety of romance options as key factors that enhance the replay value, making each playthrough feel fresh and rewarding. Overall, players find themselves invested enough to revisit the game multiple times to experience all it has to offer.
“Many likable, charming characters and a good amount of replayability if you want to see every ending.”
“And the replay value is worth it, seeing how every character has a unique backstory, and it gets you so invested!”
“It's a beautiful storyline with several different endings, different paths to take, and a ton of replay value.”
“Beyond the main story and characters not meriting suspension of disbelief, there is also a problem with the game's mechanics and potential replayability for different romance options.”
“Replayability to explore the arcs of the other characters is pretty high.”
“Gameplay-wise, there's not too much: it's kind of a classic visual novel in that sense, but the choices you make do matter and offer a fair bit of replayability since it is a branching story.”
- gameplay17 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of strengths and weaknesses. While many players appreciate the engaging story, meaningful choices, and solid mechanics that enhance replayability, some express disappointment with the basic gameplay elements and lack of free-roam opportunities typical of visual novels. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a blend of magical storytelling and standard mechanics, with room for improvement in certain areas.
“Better than I expected... the story, animations, choices, and mechanics are really good.”
“Story and gameplay that indeed makes you think about the outcome of your choices.”
“Gameplay-wise, there's not too much: it's kind of a classic visual novel in that sense, but the choices you make do matter and offer a fair bit of replayability since it is a branching story.”
“The visual look and style, the gameplay, the story, the dialog, the pace... as of now, I have played the game for about an hour, and I am bored to death!”
“Alas, neither the narrative nor the game's mechanics hold up over the complete story.”
“One other big disappointment was the elements of gameplay they added.”
- character development16 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The character development in this game is widely praised for its depth and emotional resonance, allowing players to form strong attachments to the characters. Reviewers highlight the well-crafted arcs, relatable personalities, and authentic relationships that enhance the storytelling experience, making it more than just a typical adult game. Overall, the combination of unique character designs, complex narratives, and a powerful soundtrack contributes to a memorable and immersive experience.
“The character design, animations, character arcs, and relationships formed along the way feel so real and authentic that at times you will find yourself forgetting it's just a video game.”
“This game offers cleverly constructed complex characters, beautiful character designs, a highly emotional story balancing sadness with well-rounded humor and an absolutely powerful soundtrack so fitting to each scene.”
“I could honestly go on and on about character development, plot depth, emotional resonance, tangible consequence, and so much more but I'll wrap it up by simply saying that this game is more than what you could possibly imagine and, if you give it a shot, you'll thank Drifty by the end of it.”
“This is not a VN for people looking for a quick spank, but for those interested in deep character development and storytelling.”
“The core value of this game is the heartbreaking story and the vivid character development.”
“I could honestly go on and on about character development, plot depth, emotional resonance, tangible consequence, and so much more but I'll wrap it up by simply saying that this game is more than what you could possibly imagine.”
- atmosphere9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its captivating storytelling and effective use of music, which enhances the overall experience and immerses players in the narrative. While some players found certain character dynamics and humor off-putting, the combination of a well-crafted soundtrack and engaging plot elements contributes significantly to the game's atmospheric appeal. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a rich and immersive experience.
“I never thought I'd see an AVN more than just a porn game, but this one really is a great story with great atmosphere and music.”
“I highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a captivating, atmospheric, life-changing tale.”
“The music enhances the atmosphere.”
“I didn't like the main character (this dude was repulsive), his friend (god, what's up with these goofy best friends in these games?), lack of choices, the whole 2000s romantic dramedy atmosphere and gags, the girls (except for Cece, she's alright), the absolutely hilarious and dumb ex-girlfriend story... maybe it gets better later but I couldn't sit through it.”
“The music is perfectly chosen in every scene, and works with the narrative to make the story feel alive... the OST before the music debacle was better, and the songs that have been cut unfortunately added a whole new level of atmosphere.”
