Little Goody Two Shoes
- November 7, 2023
- AstralShift
- 13h median play time
It's wickedly creepy, romantic, and stylish, and it should have any lovers of narrative games under its spell.
"Little Goody Two Shoes" is a bundle consisting of two horror adventure games: "Pocket Mirror ~ GoldenerTraum" and "Little Goody Two Shoes." In "Pocket Mirror," players navigate a young girl's dreamy and frightening journey of self-discovery, while in "Little Goody Two Shoes," players follow an ambitious girl's attempt to escape her humble life, encountering a dark twist along the way. The Deluxe Edition of "Little Goody Two Shoes" includes the game's soundtrack. Players can expect narrative-driven gameplay, puzzles, and multiple endings based on their choices.
Reviews
- The game features stunning visuals and a unique art style reminiscent of 90s anime, which captivates players.
- The soundtrack is beautiful and enhances the overall atmosphere, making the experience more immersive.
- The story is engaging with well-developed characters, offering multiple endings that encourage replayability.
- Some puzzles and gameplay mechanics can be frustrating and require trial and error, leading to potential soft-locks.
- The lack of fast travel and unskippable cutscenes can make replaying for different endings tedious.
- Certain dialogue choices can feel vague, leading to confusion about the best responses to achieve desired outcomes.
- story385 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The story of "Little Goody Two Shoes" is a captivating blend of dark fairy tale elements and character-driven narratives, exploring themes of desire, love, and societal pressures within a quaint yet eerie village setting. While some players found the plot predictable and the gameplay mechanics tedious, many praised the rich character development, emotional depth, and stunning visuals that enhance the storytelling experience. The game offers multiple endings, encouraging exploration and replayability, making it a compelling choice for fans of narrative-driven games.
“The story is captivating, well constructed and... disturbing.”
“The story and character writing really stood out to me.”
“The story is extremely interesting to explore and the characters are quite remarkable as well.”
“It's like the Cinderella story was cut and pasted in there without really considering how all the pieces fit together.”
“The plot starts out well, starts petering out after the halfway point and just kind of 'ends' without much in the way of closure.”
“The biggest problem with the story is its characters.”
- graphics282 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning and unique art style, heavily inspired by 90s anime aesthetics. Players appreciate the meticulous attention to detail in the visuals, which include a blend of pixel art, character designs, and enchanting backgrounds that enhance the overall atmosphere. The combination of beautiful artwork and a captivating soundtrack creates an immersive experience that resonates with fans of retro and indie games alike.
“The visuals in this game are unique and a huge amount of care and artistry has clearly gone into them.”
“The graphics, pixel art, and sprites are absolutely stunning.”
“The art style is beautiful, the music is amazing, and I love the characters and what a cool concept!”
“The game is gorgeous, though on occasion it can be so focused on its aesthetics that it's hard to tell what directions you can go in and what counts as an entrance/exit.”
“It's clear that some real talent went into this product, especially in the visuals, but unfortunately, the whole is not greater than the sum of its parts.”
“The aesthetics of this game are very charming, but the puzzle elements are mostly trial-and-error.”
- music244 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its enchanting and atmospheric qualities that enhance the overall experience. The soundtrack features a diverse range of tracks, including vocal pieces that resonate with players, and is noted for its ability to evoke emotions and complement the game's narrative and visuals. Overall, the combination of beautiful music and stunning art creates a captivating ambiance that many players find memorable and worth experiencing.
“The music and atmosphere were amazing, and each stage had its unique puzzles.”
“Absolutely astonishing game with drop-dead visuals that I've fallen in love with; its soundtrack is as enchanting as it is gorgeous to listen to.”
“The soundtrack is truly amazing as well, with more than 60 tracks ranging in atmosphere from heartwarmingly beautiful to deeply unsettling.”
“A minor nitpick I have is there aren't English subtitles for some of the Japanese songs, but said songs aren't important for understanding the story (I think).”
“It had the potential soundtrack, animation, storytelling, gameplay mechanics, and personality, but there are some things that start off small and become increasingly problematic later.”
“The background music is atmospheric and brings me much of nice earworms, letting me feel the joyful days, but also the fear in the night and the horror in the woodlands.”
- gameplay217 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, featuring a variety of mechanics such as resource management, environmental puzzles, and mini-games that can be both engaging and frustrating. While many players appreciate the unique art style and narrative depth, they often criticize the gameplay for being repetitive, overly punishing, and sometimes poorly explained, leading to a steep learning curve. Overall, the game offers an intriguing experience, but its gameplay may not appeal to everyone, especially those unfamiliar with RPG Maker horror games.
“The gameplay is so unique from the adorable mini-games to all different kinds of puzzles it manages to pull off with relatively simple mechanics.”
“The gameplay itself is simple yet rich: you have to keep Elise well fed, sane, and unsuspected throughout the 6-day phases.”
“The gameplay loop is solid too; you get told a lot of systems early on which makes you think 'for goodness sake I'm totally going to screw this up' but it's all fairly easy to manage all things considered, but not mindless in any way.”
“The gameplay is just boring.”
“The only reason I can't give this a full 5 stars is just because of how cumbersome the gameplay can get at times.”
“Sadly I have to say that the more I was playing, the more a lot of annoying things, mostly relative to gameplay, just kept piling up until it felt so frustrating that I just wanted it to be over with.”
- atmosphere50 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its incredible blend of cozy and eerie elements, enhanced by stunning art direction and a captivating soundtrack. Reviewers highlight the unique environments, character interactions, and the effective use of various art styles that contribute to a deeply immersive experience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as both visually striking and emotionally engaging, making it a standout feature of the game.
“The use of multiple art styles and mediums is not only visually pleasing but also serves to heighten the atmosphere the game attempts (and succeeds in my opinion) to create.”
“The atmosphere is a flawless blend of cozy-cute and pants-shittingly terrifying.”
“The horror elements are heightened by the atmospheric storytelling, with the mansion's creaking floorboards and flickering lights adding layers of suspense.”
“The atmosphere and vibe of the night sections are perfect, with lots of variety in environments.”
“The game also has some survival, economy and relationship gameplay elements like Stardew Valley, which are cool and help to raise tension and give the player something to do, but the main draw is really the atmosphere and the story.”
“Pocket Mirror had more horror factor to it if it's worth noting, but there is still some ominous atmosphere in this game.”
- emotional36 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game elicits a wide range of emotions, transitioning from heartwarming moments to deeply heartbreaking experiences, leaving players feeling profoundly connected to the characters and story. Many reviewers highlight the impactful writing, memorable scenes, and a phenomenal soundtrack that enhance the emotional depth, making it a standout in its genre. While some players found certain aspects tedious, the overall emotional journey and representation of LGBTQ+ characters resonated strongly, resulting in a powerful and unforgettable gaming experience.
“This game switches from heartwarming to deeply heart-wrenching, and I'm left here wanting more.”
“The story and especially the characters get you invested in a really satisfying way that got me emotionally invested almost immediately, with some fun mysteries to unravel that all tie nicely back into the main narrative.”
“What sets Little Goody Two Shoes apart is its ability to create an emotional connection between players and the characters.”
- grinding26 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspects of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often detracting from the overall experience. The lack of quality-of-life features, such as fast travel and the inability to skip certain cutscenes or puzzles, contributes to a sense of frustration during replaying for different endings. While some appreciate the slow-burn authenticity, many feel that the grinding elements hinder the enjoyment of the story and gameplay.
“The time, food, and sanity management system is tedious and just pulls your attention away from the story and horror.”
“The only reason I won’t replay this (I managed to get 5/10 endings in one go) is the lack of fast travel — all the running and hopping from place to place gets a little bit tedious.”
“There are so many times where I'd die in a certain area or I would have to replay the entire game again to get certain achievements or endings, and it just made the game feel tedious.”
- character development15 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is praised for its enchanting designs and unique art styles, blending fairy tale aesthetics with anime influences, which enhances the overall storytelling experience. While the character designs are celebrated for their beauty and creativity, some players express a desire for more diversity in body types and a deeper exploration of character arcs, as pacing occasionally prioritizes atmosphere over development. Overall, the game's visuals and music contribute significantly to the immersive experience, leaving players eager for more narrative depth.
“The character designs are on point, the background art captures the fairytale feeling, and the scene CGs show how fragile yet lively the cast is.”
“Just the right amount of spooks and weirdness with just the right amount of character development.”
“This game has gorgeous hand-drawn German fairy-tale-inspired art with character design inspired by '90s/'00s anime, amazing music, and a spooky vibe.”
“And the weirdest nitpick is I just wish the character design played around with the body types of the main girls' sprite art. I understand it's part of the stereotypical anime art style, but I just got bored of the sprites after a while. Maybe I'm just not a fan of the sprite art style, though, to be honest.”
“While the game excels in its storytelling and representation, it does face some challenges in pacing, occasionally sacrificing the horror elements for character development.”
“I am not even close to finished with the game, so it is difficult for me to form critical opinions of the narrative plot or character development, but I will say that I wish the game could become fully voiced.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability primarily due to its ten different endings, which encourage players to explore various story paths and outcomes. While some reviewers note that the core gameplay may not be as engaging upon repeated playthroughs, the intriguing atmosphere and multiple narrative options still provide a compelling reason to revisit the game. Overall, players who appreciate diverse storylines and endings will find ample replay value.
“10 endings provide great replay value.”
“Lots of replayability with 10 endings, so I look forward to seeing all the possible outcomes.”
“I'm gonna be real, this game does not have the greatest replay value. Besides the new CGs when you date a new love interest, most of the game stays the same, so I'd play it once and then watch a YouTube video on the rest.”
“There are multiple endings, ten in total, that offer loads of different stories and options for replayability.”
- stability7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some players report occasional bugs and glitches, including game-breaking issues and lag, others have experienced a smooth gameplay experience with no significant problems. Despite these inconsistencies, many users appreciate the game's indie charm and express a desire for future fixes.
“There were also a couple of buggy areas and some control functionality that caused some issues, but for an indie work like this, it's been wonderful and I'm happy for what it turned out to be, even if I'd prefer if there were fixes and some warning that there would be missable content the next go-around.”
“A little buggy at times, but in my three runs of this game, they were few and far between and only one was game-breaking.”
“There are also a few bugs like getting hit right as a cut scene plays that just makes the game confused and freezes it.”
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, featuring a quirky protagonist, Elise, whose cheeky personality and cute relationships with other characters add to the comedic charm. Players highlight amusing moments, such as a funny plush character and the absence of male suitors, though some find the minigames challenging and the humor can become repetitive. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a delightful experience.
“There is a very funny looking plush of Elise during a song that does a 360 and winks at you, and it's extremely stupid and funny looking, immediately giving this game a 10/10.”
“I love Elise, she's so funny and cheeky and such a good protagonist, and her relationship with the girls is soooo cute (Freya's route gave me literal diabetes).”
“Also, can I just add how funny it is that there are no male suitors?”
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is generally positive, with smooth performance and minimal issues reported. However, players should be mindful that their performance in minigames directly impacts earnings, which can lead to frustration if not managed carefully.
“Working involves playing a short minigame; your performance determines how much you earn, and they can be fun.”
“I've only had an issue at a part of a puzzle, but it was fixed after I died. Other than that, my game has run smoothly with no lag.”
“Performance in minigames affects the money you earn; this can screw you over if you aren't being careful.”
“Your performance will be reflected in your letter rank and accompanying payment.”
“Working involves playing a short minigame; performance determines how much you earn, and they can be fun.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the game's pricing, viewing the $20 USD cost as a refreshing change in an industry often criticized for excessive monetization, particularly in anime-themed content.
“In the age of rampant monetization of 'anime' themed content, $20 USD for a polished game is a much-needed breath of fresh air.”
Critic Reviews
Little Goody Two Shoes
It's wickedly creepy, romantic, and stylish, and it should have any lovers of narrative games under its spell.
95%Little Goody Two Shoes
A hallmark of excellence. There may be flaws, but they are negligible and won't cause massive damage.
90%Little Goody Two Shoes review – Lovely horror
With a compelling, troubling, and disturbing story and art style, Little Goody Two Shoes is a must for anyone that is familiar with or new to the genre - in this case, a multitude of genres. Creepy, beautiful, dramatic, and memorable.
90%