Lotus Reverie: First Nexus
- October 14, 2021
- Keinart Lobre
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Reviews
- The art and soundtrack are exceptional, enhancing the overall experience and fitting well with the game's themes.
- The story is intriguing with interesting characters, providing a mix of lighthearted moments and deeper emotional themes.
- The combat system is unique and strategic, offering a rewarding challenge for players who enjoy tactical gameplay.
- The ending is abrupt and unsatisfying, leaving many plot threads unresolved and feeling like a setup for future installments.
- Gameplay mechanics can be frustrating, particularly for those unfamiliar with the genre, leading to a less enjoyable experience.
- The pacing includes long, slow sections that may deter players from fully engaging with the story.
- story22 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The story is a captivating blend of lighthearted moments and darker themes, featuring intriguing characters and a gripping plot that keeps players engaged. While the beginning can be confusing and the ending leaves some mysteries unresolved, many find the overall narrative compelling and emotionally resonant. The high-quality art and soundtrack enhance the experience, making it a standout visual novel despite some criticisms of the abrupt conclusion.
“The story and world are captivating with interesting characters.”
“I found the story to be very interesting because even if it's about survival and duels to the death during the end of the world, there were many lighthearted and funny moments, showing how the characters are trying to enjoy the last days of their lives.”
“An end-of-the-world story like no other, with characters who feel more real than even yourself at times; their problems hit you in the heart precisely because more than one person may feel identified with them.”
“The most important thing to keep in mind is that, while the main plot threads are all wrapped up by the end, the larger mystery is still unsolved until the release of further installments in the future.”
“The ending is abrupt, but I don't find it a negative thing - as one character in the story said, 'fate is like playing cards', so it was very fitting in my opinion.”
“At first I had no idea what was going on, and then the story got me so hooked!”
- music12 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- -8 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been consistently praised as a standout feature, with reviewers highlighting its ability to enhance the gameplay experience through well-timed transitions and fitting compositions. The soundtrack complements the narrative and character dynamics effectively, contributing to the overall aesthetic of the visual novel. Many users found the music to be both beautiful and integral to the game's atmosphere, making it a memorable aspect of their experience.
“The soundtrack was the MVP; it fit whatever was happening at the time pretty well, and during battle, there are always two similar versions—one for planning your actions and one for active combat, with transitions that are incredibly smooth.”
“The art, writing, and soundtrack were gorgeous, even for a high-quality visual novel such as this.”
“The music is really nice and fitting, adding a lot to the already impressive visual novel.”
“The soundtrack was the MVP; it fit whatever was happening at the time pretty well.”
“During battle, there are always two similar versions of the music: one for when you're planning your actions and one for active combat, and the transitions between them are so smooth.”
“The story was okay, very confusing at the beginning, but the soundtrack really stood out.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mix of frustration and enjoyment, featuring a unique death mechanic in visual novel sections that adds depth. Players appreciate the combination of lighthearted and darker fantasy elements, engaging time management aspects, and multiple scenarios, all enhanced by excellent art and music. Overall, the gameplay is deemed fun and worth the investment.
“This is everything you could want in a visual novel - a both lighthearted and darker fantasy storyline with fun gameplay, excellent art, great music, fun time management aspects, different scenarios/paths, and an amazing storyline.”
“With its intriguing story, witty humor, beautiful OST, and unique mechanics, it's absolutely worth the money.”
“First, the gameplay mechanics frustrated me.”
“Then I discovered that there's a death mechanic in the visual novel sections.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their visual appeal, complementing a strong soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers express enthusiasm for the artwork and hope for future projects from the creator.
“The visual artwork looks really nice, and the soundtrack (just like in OTL) is pretty good too.”
“Great graphics, plot, music, pace, everything!”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game effectively balances its dark themes of survival and death with lighthearted and humorous moments, showcasing characters' attempts to find joy in their final days. Reviewers appreciate the witty humor as a standout feature, enhancing the overall experience of the visual novel.
“I found the story to be very interesting because even if it's about survival and duels to the death during the end of the world, there were many lighthearted and funny moments, showing how the characters are trying to enjoy the last days of their lives.”
“With its intriguing story, witty humor, beautiful OST, and unique mechanics, it's absolutely worth the money.”
“Funny comparisons aside, it's a pretty solid visual novel so far.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is generally praised for its strong storytelling and appealing character design, though some users express disappointment with the ending.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
While the combat and characters are engaging, users report that the game suffers from bugs that affect stability, particularly impacting the overall experience, especially towards the ending.
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the monetization strategy is perceived as a cash grab, suggesting that players feel the game prioritizes profit over player experience.
“It's just a blatant cash grab.”
“The monetization feels exploitative and greedy.”
“They seem more focused on making money than providing a good gaming experience.”
