Learn Japanese To Survive! Hiragana Battle

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"Learn Japanese To Survive! Hiragana Battle" is an educational RPG that teaches players how to read and write Hiragana, one of the Japanese writing systems. It offers a fun and engaging way to learn the language, with challenging battles that require the correct input of Japanese characters. The game is designed for beginners, making it an ideal introductory course to Japanese. Join the journey to become proficient in Hiragana while enjoying a unique gaming experience.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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90%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,565 reviews

story118 positive mentions

grinding136 negative mentions

Engaging way to learn Hiragana through repetition and gameplay.
Good pacing with lessons introducing characters gradually.
Includes vocabulary and basic grammar, enhancing the learning experience.

Combat system is tedious, requiring scrolling through long lists of attacks.
High encounter rate can disrupt exploration and learning.
Story and character development are minimal and generic.

story
372 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
60%
8%
The story in this game is generally regarded as simple and somewhat cliché, serving primarily as a framework to facilitate the learning of hiragana. While it features lighthearted and humorous elements, many players find it lacks depth and originality, often describing it as silly or generic. However, the narrative effectively motivates players to engage with the educational content, making the learning process enjoyable despite its shortcomings.
- “The game's premise, where players embark on a quest to save a fictional world by mastering hiragana characters, adds a playful twist to language learning.”
- “The story is fun and engaging but doesn't take itself too seriously, the lessons are concise and easy to follow and there's a nice connection, as a player, to your team because you're learning along with them.”
- “The story is simple and kind of silly but still enjoyable.”
- “The story is incredibly, incredibly bland and even stupid at times, but that's okay.”
- “The story is very basic and won't change how you view the world and yourself.”
- “The story is pretty bad and you won't be playing it for the characters, but it serves as an excellent way to learn hiragana through a visual and interactive way.”
gameplay
237 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
64%
15%
The gameplay of "Learn Japanese to Survive - Hiragana Battle" has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and tedious, often detracting from the educational experience. While the game effectively integrates learning through combat mechanics, the clunky interface, slow pacing, and lack of engaging RPG elements hinder its overall enjoyment. Despite these drawbacks, some users appreciate the game's ability to reinforce hiragana memorization through repetition, making it a decent tool for language learners, albeit with significant room for improvement in gameplay design.
- “Anyways, thank you game dev for starting my journey because it's the perfect mix of cultural knowledge and fun gameplay I needed to transition into a real study routine.”
- “The gameplay and plot are quite basic but enjoyable enough to keep me coming back to learn (or refresh in my case) the next batch of characters, which is kind of the whole point.”
- “The mechanics of the game combined with lessons make for solid reinforcement of what you learn.”
- “The gameplay is too repetitive; the dungeons are empty, and the encounter rate is too high.”
- “The gameplay quickly devolves into you spamming through UI menus to click the correct attack patterns over and over, rather than focusing on actually learning.”
- “The gameplay is unfortunately too slow for me.”
grinding
138 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and repetitive, particularly due to slow combat mechanics and clunky interfaces. While some appreciate the educational value of grinding for memorization, others feel it detracts from the overall enjoyment, leading to frustration and a sense of monotony. Overall, the game effectively reinforces learning hiragana through its grindy structure, but this comes at the cost of engaging gameplay.
- “+ no grinding required, but if you wish to, grinding is fun because you're learning the whole time”
- “The main issues I have with it are the vocabulary lessons obscuring hiragana that weren't taught yet but never revisiting the lesson to show you the ones that were missing previously (you will forget to revisit those words on your own) and that the game is a bit grindy at times.”
- “Moving around is a pain, everything looks bad visually, battles are incredibly tedious and frustrating, the game demands you grind for levels, and worst of all: featureless maze-based dungeons.”
- “Unfortunately, the clunky user interface and tedious battle system made this game unplayable for me.”
music
110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
51%
6%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its charm and ability to complement the lighthearted atmosphere. However, some find it repetitive, particularly during combat, and while the soundtrack is enjoyable, it may not stand out as exceptional. Overall, the music serves its purpose effectively, enhancing the gaming experience, especially during learning segments.
- “The soundtrack complements the game's lighthearted atmosphere.”
- “The music, especially during lessons, is very soothing and relaxing.”
- “The music is great as well!”
- “The music can be repetitive, and the storyline is not very interesting.”
- “The music is average; sometimes it can feel repetitive, but for the most part, it works for the game.”
- “The soundtrack is very average, and honestly, it really pains me to not be able to say you should buy this.”
graphics
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
57%
8%
The graphics of the game are generally described as charming yet basic, utilizing RPG Maker assets that evoke nostalgia for classic titles like Final Fantasy and Pokémon. While some players appreciate the colorful character designs and overall visual appeal, others find the graphics simplistic and repetitive, noting that they do not detract from the game's primary focus on language learning. Overall, the visuals are considered adequate for the game's purpose, with a mix of cute art styles and retro aesthetics that resonate with fans of the genre.
- “Visually, the game is appealing, with colorful graphics and character designs that enhance the overall experience.”
- “That said, it's a charming game with calming music and nostalgic pixel-art visuals similar to early Final Fantasy or Dragon Quest.”
- “The graphics look awesome, it has great music and most importantly, it makes learning hiragana easy and fun.”
- “The music and graphics are typical RPG Maker.”
- “The graphics are basic RPG Maker MV assets that come with the engine.”
- “The controls are simple, the graphics are bad, the sound is bad, and so on.”
humor
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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7%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its light-hearted and silly nature, which complements the educational aspects of learning Japanese. While some find the humor cheesy, many enjoy the creative dialogues and amusing side quests that make the learning process entertaining. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with educational content, making it a fun experience for players.
- “The writing for the side quests is legitimately hilarious.”
- “Sleepy Duck ultimately created a world and cast with substantial charm and humor, especially for an educational source.”
- “This game, despite being educational, is a bit funny and light-hearted.”
- “The humor falls flat and feels forced.”
- “The jokes are outdated and lack originality.”
- “I found the attempts at humor to be cringeworthy and unamusing.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a mix of emotional responses to the game, highlighting its ability to boost confidence and enjoyment in learning Japanese, particularly through engaging gameplay that makes studying less tedious. However, some also feel that the lack of a compelling story can detract from the overall experience, making progress feel like a chore at times. Overall, the game is praised for transforming a challenging learning process into a more enjoyable and motivating journey.
- “However, not only do I find that this game is still a fantastic place to start, it's also skyrocketed my confidence that I can learn another language. I went to one of the worst schools in England at the time, and my passion for education still struggles to recover from that, but this game not only made me feel confident in learning Japanese, it made me truly enjoy it, even the boring textbook stuff.”
- “I was too lazy every other time I actually tried memorizing the hiragana, but having a game to help with not only hiragana, but touching a bit on grammar as well made it a lot more enjoyable.”
- “Made me feel kind of bad, but the game wouldn't let me give it back.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game requires significant optimization, as players have reported performance issues, particularly on less powerful devices like convertibles. Overall, the current state of optimization is seen as inadequate for smooth gameplay.
- “I played the game on a convertible, which surely does not offer the best performance.”
- “This game needs some serious optimizations.”
- “However, this game needs some serious optimizations.”
- “The only problem I had was some performance issues.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
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The game has been criticized for its numerous glitches and bugs, leading some users to find it frustrating and less effective than alternative learning methods. However, it is noted that the game runs smoothly without crashes, and players appreciate the art and soundtrack.
- “It runs great, doesn't crash, has good portrait art in my opinion, and a pretty relaxing soundtrack.”
- “The game is incredibly stable, providing a smooth experience without any interruptions.”
- “I've played for hours without a single crash, which really enhances the overall enjoyment.”
- “Holy fuck, this game is buggy and probably a less efficient use of time than just using Duolingo to actually learn.”
- “Also, I'm not a fan of the RPG Maker MV engine; it gives me nano-loading freezes whenever I explore the status menu.”
- “Glitches”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the game's visuals and character designs are praised for their appeal, there is a notable lack of character development, leaving players wanting more depth and growth in the characters.
- “The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to form meaningful connections with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
- “Each character has a unique backstory that adds layers to their personality, making every interaction feel significant.”
- “There is zero character development.”
- “The characters feel flat and lack any meaningful growth throughout the game.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of depth in the character arcs.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game highly replayable due to its straightforward components and engaging lessons, which encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The game components themselves are playable and simple to understand.”
- “The lessons learned from each playthrough make it highly replayable.”
- “Each session offers new strategies and experiences, enhancing replayability.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by a lighthearted tone, enhanced by a complementary soundtrack that enriches the overall experience.
- “The soundtrack complements the game's lighthearted atmosphere.”
- “The immersive environment draws you in, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The haunting visuals and sound design create a truly captivating atmosphere.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization model of the game is straightforward, featuring no downloadable content (DLC) or microtransactions, which is appreciated by players for its simplicity and lack of additional costs.
- “No DLC, no microtransactions.”
- “The game offers a complete experience without any additional purchases.”
- “I appreciate that there are no paywalls or hidden costs.”

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8h Average play time

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