Love in the Glen
- June 8, 2016
- Sapphire Dragon Productions
Get on Steam"Love in the Glen" is a visual novel game that tells the story of a young woman named Aria who moves to a small village and finds herself in a love triangle with two attractive brothers. The game features multiple endings based on the player's choices and decisions throughout the story. The game is set in a picturesque village with colorful characters and a charming atmosphere.
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- The game features a unique story centered around a female protagonist, which is a refreshing change from typical male-centered narratives.
- There are many choices available, leading to multiple endings, which adds replay value and a sense of completion.
- The backgrounds are beautifully designed, and the music enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The character development is shallow, making it difficult for players to connect with or sympathize with the protagonist.
- The writing is often blunt and simplistic, resulting in a bland story with few memorable moments.
- The mini-game included feels pointless and poorly executed, detracting from the overall experience.
- story27 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The story centers on Zoe, a female protagonist navigating life after a divorce, but many reviewers find it rushed and lacking depth, with simplistic writing and limited character development. While some appreciate the unique premise and the potential for varied outcomes based on player choices, others criticize the overall blandness and lack of engaging plot points. Despite its shortcomings, the narrative is described as enjoyable and earnest, with beautiful backgrounds and likable characters, making it a mixed but generally positive experience for players.
“Love story centered around Zoe, a female protagonist who divorces her current husband and has to restart her life anew.”
“The characters were likable and the general plot kept me reading it.”
“It has an awesome and interesting storyline with different characters.”
“I like the general plot, but the writing is often too blunt, simplistic and direct to the point, and the story overall bland with few notable moments.”
“The entire storyline happens within a week and a half - that is, from a divorce to finding what was presumably a 'life partner' - which felt extremely rushed.”
“The story to me was just too bland and the choices were almost always picking between two extremes.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it bland and generic, others praise the soundtrack as enjoyable and well-suited to the game's atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
“The soundtrack is really good.”
“I liked the cute little mini game and the music was always very nice and fitted the mood really well.”
“Great music.”
“Music is okay to hear and gives the novel some vibe, but overall it is bland and generic.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its lackluster storyline, which fails to engage players or evoke strong feelings, contrasting sharply with more impactful visual novels like Clannad and Planetarian. Reviewers express disappointment over the absence of meaningful choices and customization options, which further detracts from the potential for an emotional connection.
“Only a handful of visual novels have made me cry before: Clannad and Planetarian.”
“I know for some that may be a bad thing, but it’s what I look for in a visual novel: an emotional response.”
“The story is boring; you don't really do much aside from going out to eat and going to work.”
“The storyline is dull, and you can't change the settings for your name, volume, or text speed.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around a match-3 mechanic, which some players appreciate, especially in visual novels that incorporate interactive elements. However, there is a sentiment that this gameplay does not significantly enhance the overall experience.
“I love a good match-3, and I love when visual novels have some actual gameplay mechanics, but this changes nothing.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a simple art style, which some players find lacking due to the characters' minimal facial expressions, often appearing similar. However, many feel that the game's heartfelt storylines compensate for its visual shortcomings.
“The art style is simple, but the overall aesthetic is charming and engaging.”
“The graphics are beautifully crafted, creating an immersive experience that enhances the gameplay.”
“The art style is simple, and the only thing that bothered me was the lack of expressions on the characters; they usually have the same face, and sometimes it might change just a bit.”
“What it loses in its artwork, it makes up for with earnest storylines.”
