Lost in Secular Love
- October 28, 2016
- YETU GAME
Get on Steam"Lost in Secular Love" is a visual novel game where players navigate complex relationships in a modern, secular society. The game features multiple characters with unique personalities and storylines, allowing players to explore different perspectives and choices. With its stunning artwork and engaging narrative, "Lost in Secular Love" offers a thought-provoking and immersive experience for players.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful artwork, engaging music, and excellent voice acting, enhancing the overall experience.
- Character development is well-executed, with each love interest offering unique and complex personalities that contribute to the story.
- The humor and emotional depth of the narrative create a captivating blend, making it enjoyable and thought-provoking.
- The writing has inconsistencies and some routes romanticize uncomfortable themes, which may detract from the overall enjoyment for some players.
- Technical issues such as glitches and problems with the skip feature can disrupt gameplay and immersion.
- The story can feel rushed at times, with limited choices leading to a linear experience that may not satisfy all players.
- story81 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its unique setting and character development, particularly the incorporation of Buddhist themes and humor, while others criticize it for being rushed and lacking depth. Many players enjoyed the engaging characters and beautiful art, but noted that the plot often felt repetitive across different routes, leading to a less satisfying narrative experience. Overall, while the story has its strengths, including a charming protagonist and interesting backstories, it may not resonate with everyone due to its pacing and thematic choices.
“The story is good and filled with angst (which I live for).”
“The music is wonderful and the storyline is interesting and engaging!”
“I loved the artwork and enjoyed the main and side characters a lot; they all molded very well in creating a great story - at times I kept telling myself how I'd like an anime adaptation of the story.”
“The story is where the game truly lacked though (and with that being a big piece of the game, this is where it lost me and gained a 'not recommended' rating from me. There is a lot wrong with the writing, and the borderline sexual content was not appreciated. Along with that, some of the scenes (the writing to be exact) were not exactly appreciated either; in my opinion, this game should add an additional rating for sexual content with the direction some of the scenes take.”
“The love story feels a little rushed since the whole romance plot happens in a few days in-game.”
“Another thing that bothered me was much of the story was repeated between the routes.”
- music41 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers highlighting the soothing and atmospheric soundtrack that complements the romantic storyline. The voice acting is also noted as a standout feature, contributing to the game's engaging narrative. Overall, the soundtrack, including the opening and closing songs, is described as masterfully done and fitting for the game's themes, making it a significant highlight for players.
“The music and voice acting are easy standouts.”
“The soundtrack is lovely and the voice acting sounds good to the ear of someone who doesn't actually speak Mandarin.”
“What a stellar soundtrack, it sets the mood so well and the instrumentation is beautiful.”
“The one thing I found annoying is that the intro and ending songs are way louder than the talking and music.”
“Mechanics: when it starts a new chapter, it forces you to listen to the little musical ditty that comes with the chapter announcement.”
“Ahhh~ it may be because I'm partial to traditional Chinese music, but the use of traditional instruments in the background music is just perfect for the setting.”
- humor34 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its authenticity and balance with serious themes, providing a delightful mix of funny moments and deep introspection. Players appreciate the relatable and humorous protagonist, as well as the engaging writing that elicits genuine laughter. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with romance and drama, making it a standout experience in the otome genre.
“I actually think this is one of my favorite otome games because it had an interesting setting, was heavy on the romance, and was funny!”
“The touches of humor are surprising and very well balanced with the drama and romance parts; the protagonist is really funny and the doodles that represent her thoughts and things she doesn't say aloud stand out by far.”
“It's surprisingly funny, cute, and bizarre, not at all what I expected from the store page.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 79 % positive mentions
- 21 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received high praise for their stunning visuals and beautiful artwork, which significantly enhance the overall enjoyment of the story. Players appreciate the well-rounded character designs and the impressive presentation, often expressing a desire for an anime adaptation due to the quality of the visuals. Overall, the combination of gorgeous artwork, effective animation, and a captivating soundtrack contributes to a highly immersive experience.
“The visuals are stunning and added a lot to my enjoyment of the story.”
“The artwork and presentation is also top notch with beautifully drawn sprites and CGs, a few of which have slight animation during key scenes.”
“I loved the artwork and enjoyed the main and side characters a lot; they all molded very well in creating a great story.”
- emotional9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game elicits a strong response from players, with some routes delivering deeply touching and heartfelt narratives that can provoke tears. However, there are criticisms regarding certain portrayals of intimacy and instances of emotional or physical assault that detract from the overall experience. Notably, the character Huihai stands out for his gentle and passionate story, providing a wholesome and satisfying emotional journey.
“😭 no game has ever made me cry except this one.”
“This game was really touching and thoughtful.”
“Huihai's route was heartbreaking, but thank god for the ending.”
- character development4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is generally praised for its depth and surprising elements, particularly in the protagonist, though some players felt that certain characters, like Miss Cui, lacked development. The ability to customize character appearance adds to the overall engagement, complementing the unique story and beautiful art.
“The character development was great - surprising, full of depth, and not at all ridiculous (as I saw some mention).”
“It's got a unique story, engaging characters, a protagonist who actually gets some personal character development throughout the story, and beautiful art.”
“I was expecting some character development for Miss Cui, but alas, there was none.”
“The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
“The characters seem one-dimensional and fail to evolve throughout the story.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is rated 7/10, with some users noting that the chapter transitions require players to listen to a repetitive musical ditty, which can be frustrating. Additionally, the map mechanic is criticized for being essential to achieving certain endings, potentially limiting player freedom.
“The gameplay is engaging and offers a solid experience, rated 7/10.”
“The map mechanic adds an interesting layer to the gameplay, although it can influence how to achieve certain endings.”
“The chapter announcement music adds a unique touch to the gameplay experience.”
“The mechanics force you to listen to the little musical ditty that plays with each chapter announcement, which can be quite annoying.”
“There is a map mechanic that unfortunately impacts how you achieve certain endings, making it feel restrictive.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by a fitting and engaging soundtrack that complements the well-written romantic story. Characters are described as interesting and charismatic, while the high-quality character graphics further contribute to the immersive experience. Overall, the combination of music, visuals, and narrative creates a captivating ambiance.
“The soundtrack never felt boring or overstayed its welcome; it was always very fitting to the atmosphere.”
“Characters (including the main character) are interesting and charismatic, the character graphics are great, and the music is pleasant, enhancing the atmosphere. The story is well written, with a strong emphasis on romance.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game boasts high replayability, enhanced by a fast forward function that allows players to skip repetitive text, making multiple playthroughs more engaging and less tedious.
“High replayability, and it has a fast forward function so you don't have to bore yourself reading the same text over and over again.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is criticized for frequent freezing issues, particularly during key interactions, which disrupts the gameplay experience and creates frustration for players.
