Love Ribbon
- January 27, 2017
- Razzart Visual
- 6h median play time
Get on Steam"Love Ribbon" is a romantic visual novel where you play as a high school student trying to prevent the marriage of your childhood friend. The game features multiple endings based on the choices you make throughout the story. It has a unique art style and anime-inspired characters, with mature themes and adult content.
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- The story is emotionally engaging and well-written, exploring the complexities of a taboo relationship between two sisters.
- The art style is beautiful, with well-drawn characters and animated scenes that enhance the overall experience.
- The game effectively balances romance and drama, making players genuinely care about the characters and their relationship.
- The game is relatively short, taking around 4-6 hours to complete, which may leave some players wanting more.
- There are limited choices that impact the story, with most decisions leading to similar outcomes, reducing replayability.
- Some players may find the incest theme uncomfortable or off-putting, which could detract from their enjoyment of the game.
- story667 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The story of "Love Ribbon" revolves around the complex and taboo relationship between two sisters, Iris and Zoey, who discover their romantic feelings for each other after being reunited. While some reviewers praised the emotional depth and character development, others criticized the plot for being predictable and cliché, with limited choices impacting the narrative. Overall, the game is noted for its beautiful art and music, but opinions vary on the execution of its sensitive themes and the pacing of the story.
“The story is so well written, it's very heartwarming and sometimes very strange, but the characters are lovable.”
“I was hit with the feels when the story got dramatic, so I give this game two thumbs up.”
“The story talks about the concepts of love, loss, reunion, the right to love, the bonds between two people and how the smallest encounters can change your life forever.”
“Story and characterization are simple and formulaic; the writing is on the level of your average fanfiction, and there is only a single choice to make, one of which of course quickly leads to the bad end.”
“The story itself feels like it was written by children, as well.”
“The story is not very long; a few hours can be finished. Thus, I cannot really recommend it for its story.”
- emotional109 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised, with many players noting its ability to evoke strong feelings, often leading to tears. The story is described as heartfelt and touching, featuring well-developed characters and a narrative that balances both wholesome and heart-wrenching moments. Despite some criticisms regarding certain themes, the overall consensus is that the game successfully delivers an emotionally rich experience that resonates deeply with players.
“Very emotional game, way deeper than you'd imagine at first.”
“The story is quite emotional and easily captured me despite the questionable incest theme.”
“This game made me cry three times and for that, gg.”
- music102 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its atmospheric quality and how it complements the story. While some found the soundtrack to be somewhat repetitive or lacking in variety, others highlighted memorable tracks that enhanced emotional moments. Overall, the music is described as fitting and pleasant, contributing positively to the game's immersive experience, despite some critiques regarding its occasional mismatch with certain scenes.
“The music is delightful, interchanging between light and dark tones whenever the story demands it most, therefore adding onto the already immersive atmosphere with its melodious sound.”
“You'll fall in love with their characters and actually feel the tension and the emotions of every scene thanks to its smooth transitions and fitting background music.”
“This game is really good, had nice little twists and just in general felt great and fun to play, the music is amazing and the art was very charming.”
“The music was hit or miss for me, sometimes feeling out of place or repetitive.”
“Background music could have used more diversity as the same piano chords often became ambiance instead of emotional steering wheels even during the most pivotal of scenes.”
“For the music part, it's so plain you will not even notice it; the h-scene or kissing scene music don't fit, the only time I could say I noticed the music was at the ending with drama between the father and Iris.”
- graphics71 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics in "Love Ribbon" receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful art style and character designs, while others criticize the lack of originality and repetitive backgrounds. Some players highlight the stunning visuals and animations, particularly in intimate scenes, as standout features, but note that the overall quality can vary from good to amateurish. Despite some shortcomings, the artwork is generally regarded as exceptional, contributing positively to the game's emotional impact and storytelling.
“The artwork is beautiful and well done, the backgrounds are fitting (and some of the garden backgrounds are stunning), the characters are very likeable, and the story itself is adorable.”
“Absolutely, thoroughly awesome storyline, amazing graphics.”
“The art style is utterly beautiful, and velvety smooth.”
“Love Ribbon is not a memorable story with poor quality graphics in my opinion.”
“Most visual novels focus far too much of their energy on the writing at the expense of the audio, visuals, and game aspects; unfortunately, this one is lacking in everything.”
“The writing is that dry and the visuals are largely nonexistent.”
- character development18 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
Character development in this visual novel is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the engaging dynamics and emotional depth between characters, particularly in the sisterhood relationship, others criticize the lack of depth and complexity, noting that character motivations often feel inconsistent. The artwork and design are praised, but some feel that the development could have been more substantial, especially given the taboo themes explored. Overall, the character development is seen as enjoyable by some, but lacking for those seeking more intricate storytelling.
“The characters are engaging, the artwork is cute, the emotions feel real, and the character development progresses in such a naturally flowing way.”
“Beautiful visuals, music and very nice character development will follow you through this heart-wrenching story, as well as some mild erotic features, which honestly are not really that explicit to begin with.”
“The sisterhood relationship dynamics were very interesting along with its character development, and their emotions made it a wonderful story.”
“I think there could have been a better character development regarding the background of the characters, and I assume most people get into visual novels for the fap job or something.”
“If you want to deal with a taboo theme in a visual novel, I feel like the character development should matter a bit more for something like this.”
“Character development is shaky and never quite finds its feet; personalities and motives seem to morph in order to nudge the story into a new problem that is solved five minutes later with a time skip.”
- humor17 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a delightful blend of cute and funny moments, often stemming from the interactions between the characters, particularly Iris and Zoey. Players appreciate the clever banter and lighthearted scenes that balance the more serious themes, resulting in a mix of laughter and emotional depth. Overall, the humor is seen as a strong point, enhancing the game's charm and engagement.
“But since Iris is so cute and Zoey is funny, there are a lot of cute and funny moments in the game, which is nice.”
“While it’s true that the story is serious at times, it also has some humor and lightness to it.”
“The initial banters between the two are filled with subtle humor as their personalities clash.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as lengthy but lacking the quality typically expected from a good visual novel, with some users noting that it may not appeal to those seeking intense gameplay or adult content. While the art and mechanics are considered subpar, the writing leaves a lasting impression on players.
“I've played a lot of games over the course of my life, and seen all manner of storylines, characters, and game mechanics.”
“The gameplay was quite long but not in the category of a good visual novel would have.”
“The art is not top tier, even the gameplay, but the writing really stuck with me in some parts.”
“I'm a slow reader, and I went through both endings, which resulted in about 7 hours of read time/gameplay.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by its pleasing art style and character designs, although some users noted the recycling of backdrops. The music effectively complements the narrative, shifting between light and dark tones to create an immersive experience. Overall, the combination of these elements fosters a heartwarming and realistic atmosphere.
“The music is delightful, interchanging between light and dark tones whenever the story demands it most, therefore adding onto the already immersive atmosphere with its melodious sound.”
“Characters are reasonably fleshed out and it maintains a fairly realistic atmosphere for the most part.”
“It’s a nice touch, one that contributes to the heartwarming atmosphere.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users praising the art style while others express concerns about performance issues. Overall, the game's visual appeal is noted, but it may struggle with smooth performance on certain systems.
“The game's optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth performance even on lower-end hardware.”
“I love how the developers have fine-tuned the game to run seamlessly, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The optimization really shines through, making the gameplay fluid and responsive without any noticeable lag.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its stability, featuring a compelling story and decent visuals without any significant scene transition issues or visual glitches, contributing to an enjoyable experience.
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Most users indicate that the game has limited replayability, similar to other visual novels, suggesting that once the story is completed, there is little incentive to play through it again.
“Not much replayability like most visual novels.”
“The game lacks the depth to encourage multiple playthroughs.”
“Once you've experienced the story, there's little incentive to go back.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect is positively noted for its transparency, as the game prominently advertises the 18+ patch directly on the title screen, indicating a clear approach to content awareness.
