Love, Ghostie
- August 14, 2024
- Janbeh Games, LLC
- 5h median play time
Become a wholesome ghost matchmaker and grow relationships between the manor’s residents! Gift items to lift their spirits, set them up on dates, and watch love bloom! Discover cute romances with a unique story between every pair of residents!
Reviews
- The game is incredibly cute and charming, with adorable characters and heartwarming interactions that make it a joy to play.
- It offers high replayability with various character pairings and unique storylines for each couple, keeping the gameplay fresh and engaging.
- The art style and writing are delightful, filled with humor and puns that enhance the overall cozy experience.
- The game is relatively short, with many players completing it in under 4 hours, leading to concerns about its value for the price.
- Some date dialogues are repetitive, which can diminish the excitement of replaying the game with different character pairings.
- There is a desire for more characters and content, as many players feel the current roster is limited and would benefit from additional options.
- emotional47 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its overwhelmingly wholesome and heartwarming nature, with players praising the adorable art, charming characters, and meaningful relationships that evoke genuine feelings. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to create cozy, uplifting experiences filled with humor and relatable interactions, making it a perfect choice for those seeking emotional comfort and joy. Overall, the game successfully combines cute storytelling with heartfelt moments, leaving players feeling warm and fuzzy inside.
“The characters have such a cute yet deceptively simple design, and their conversations are wholesome and model some genuinely good communication strategies (expressing feelings, apologies, i-statements, etc.), without being too eye-rollingly saccharine.”
“There's something incredibly heartwarming about being a ghost matchmaker, and the game does a fantastic job of making every interaction feel meaningful.”
“This game is a wholesome experience; it is not only about matching couples to help them find love but also small individual stories about each character that cover other themes such as self-acceptance, love, and friendship.”
- humor34 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness, charm, and heartwarming qualities, featuring a plethora of puns, witty dialogue, and adorable character interactions. Players find the lighthearted jokes and funny scenarios to be uplifting, making the game a delightful experience that combines laughter with emotional moments. Overall, the writing and humor contribute significantly to the game's appeal, creating a cozy and entertaining atmosphere.
“It's wholesome, has lovely art, every character/pairing has a unique story, outstanding humor, and the amount of puns in the achievement names absolutely slays.”
“I was instantly obsessed with the characters and the Reddit threads had me in stitches; I was laughing so hard.”
“The dialogue and mini-games were so witty and funny, and the gameplay was user-friendly and unique; I absolutely fell in love with this concept!”
- gameplay23 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a simple yet engaging loop focused on gifting, relationship-building, and light-hearted mini-games, making it a cozy and feel-good experience. Players appreciate the user-friendly mechanics and the ability to explore different character interactions, although some note that the game can feel repetitive on subsequent playthroughs. Overall, it offers a charming and addictive experience, perfect for unwinding, despite its relatively short length.
“The gameplay is mostly about figuring out which personality traits each housemate has and using that to determine the best gifts, activities, and dates for those housemates.”
“The gameplay is simple yet addictive; I had to play it twice, and it's perfect for unwinding after a long day.”
“The gameplay is creative and has high replay value, allowing players to ship different characters together.”
“The one issue is that it is very short gameplay.”
“The gameplay loop is simple enough that it does get repetitive on subsequent playthroughs.”
“The gameplay is mostly about figuring out which personality traits each housemate has and using that to figure out the best gifts, activities, and dates for those housemates.”
- story22 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's story is characterized by its charming and wholesome narrative, where players take on the role of a ghost tasked with fostering love among the residents of a mansion. Each character features a unique storyline, contributing to a rich tapestry of relationships that enhances replayability, though some reviewers noted that certain storylines felt basic and could benefit from deeper development. Overall, the humor, art, and attention to detail create an engaging experience, making the exploration of different character pairings both enjoyable and rewarding.
“It's wholesome, has lovely art, every character/pairing has a unique story, outstanding humor, and the amount of puns in the achievement names absolutely slays.”
“The characters are incredibly endearing and the fact that each pair of residents has their own storyline makes replaying the game very worthwhile.”
“Each character has a unique story, making every romance feel special and rewarding.”
“Some of the storylines between the residents were cute, but they were a bit basic.”
“Although I do feel like there could still be a lot of improvement, not only with the amount of characters but also how they may grow as their relationship with others, which I feel is too short for the game even with post-main story.”
“The game introduces you to 12 residents and a possible 66 combinations of couples with their own storylines to discover.”
- graphics19 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and adorable art style, often described as cute and reminiscent of chalk or crayon textures. Players appreciate the strong character designs and the vibrant atmosphere, which enhance the overall experience and complement the engaging dialogue and storytelling. The sheer volume of artwork and character interactions adds depth, making it a visually delightful experience that many players find captivating.
“The art style is absolutely adorable…and yes, I wouldn’t mind collecting plushies of the characters in real life.”
“The artwork is adorable, the concept is simple, and the characters have such fleshed out personalities.”
“The art style is so cute and the idea of the game + execution of it is spectacular.”
“The art style is really cute, but otherwise it's not worth it for me.”
“The visuals & audio are lacking, making the overall experience feel underwhelming.”
“While the art style is charming, it doesn't compensate for the lack of detail in the environments.”
- music17 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its hauntingly sweet and whimsical quality, enhancing the cozy and charming atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack's ability to evoke emotion and complement the game's art and character interactions, making it a perfect fit for a relaxing gaming experience. Overall, the music adds significant depth and enjoyment to the gameplay, contributing to its appeal as a delightful dating sim.
“The soundtrack is gentle and whimsical.”
“The musical score added such charm and emotion to each scene.”
“The music and play loop are calm and relaxing, whilst also being emotional in all the right ways.”
- replayability14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game offers high replayability despite its short playtime of around two hours, allowing players to explore various character pairings and interactions. Users appreciate the diversity of characters and the creative gameplay, which encourages multiple playthroughs to experiment with different relationships. However, some feel that the replay value may not justify the game's price.
“This is not a long game by any means, with one playthrough taking only about 2 or so hours to finish, but its replayability is high.”
“I love how everyone can be matched with everyone and they somehow all work out. Everyone is so different, but the personalities and dates make it so replayable.”
“It's super fun with tons of variety and endless replayability.”
“Although it is quite replayable, I don't think that it is worth the nearly 20 euro price tag.”
“It has replay value, though I think the quality of replay is up for debate.”
“The replayability is endless honestly!”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews on the grinding aspect of the game are mixed; while some players find it tedious and repetitive, others appreciate its simplicity and relaxing nature, making it a suitable break from more intense grind-heavy games. Overall, the gameplay loop is enjoyable for many, with days passing quickly without a strong sense of grind.
“Seemed like such a cute game, but the stories really fall flat and overall it felt tedious and repetitive to play.”
“It's tedious, and doesn't feel super rewarding, especially since you can fail.”
“Again, not a huge complaint, just a bit of a tedious thing.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is highlighted by charming character designs and endearing writing, particularly in relationship events. The balance of serious and goofy dialogue enhances the overall experience, making the characters feel relatable and enjoyable to engage with.
“It feels good to play, the character designs are adorable, and the writing for the relationship events is incredibly endearing.”
“The character design is top-notch and the dialogue is just the right amount of serious and goofy.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its smooth performance and well-executed design, indicating effective optimization.
“It runs smoothly and is well written.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its captivating art style and immersive sound design, contributing to an overall enchanting experience.
“The art style, the sounds, the atmosphere... it's a gem in those regards.”
“The immersive environment truly pulls you in, making every moment feel alive.”
“The haunting soundtrack combined with the stunning visuals creates an unforgettable atmosphere.”