Lovekami: Healing Harem
- November 14, 2018
- MoeNovel
In "Lovekami: Healing Harem," players step into the role of Akira, who helps Tatarigami, or Goddesses who spread misfortune, find solutions to their problems in a community deep within the mountains. This visual novel is the third installment in the LoveKami series and offers unique stories about love and life with Goddesses, set six years after they descended to Earth. The game offers a different perspective from the previous two chapters, introducing players to a unique setting and a fresh take on the LoveKami universe.
Reviews
- The artwork is beautifully drawn, with well-designed characters and a fair amount of CGs, including chibi styles.
- The game features good voice acting and a pleasant soundtrack that fits the light-hearted atmosphere.
- Fans of the genre may enjoy the fan service and comedic elements, making it a decent introduction to visual novels.
- The story is mostly linear with minimal choices, leading to a lack of engagement and replayability.
- Technical issues such as low-quality sprites and performance problems detract from the overall experience.
- The plot is generic and predictable, with shallow character development and a lack of memorable moments.
- story31 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story of "Lovekami - Healing Harem" is characterized as a generic harem narrative featuring goddesses of misfortune, with a linear plot and minimal branching choices that lead to predictable endings. While some players appreciate the artwork and fan service, many find the story shallow and lacking in depth, with repetitive themes and character interactions. Overall, it appeals primarily to those who prioritize visual aesthetics and lighthearted content over a compelling narrative.
“Lovekami - Healing Harem is a very good visual novel game with a beautiful story.”
“The story is about three goddesses with problems: the noble shrine goddess Kaede, a reformed tatarigami (who has destructive powers), Shion, a young and modern goddess of misfortune (who herself has quite some luck in day trading stocks), and the tatarigami Yukari, who first appears at the shrine right at the beginning of the game and has strong yandere tendencies.”
“All in all, it was a good read, but like the previous two in the series, it left me wishing there were more choices to make to impact the story and its outcome, which would have made it way more replayable.”
“The story I found rather boring and hard to relate to.”
“The plot is your generic harem story, though with goddesses of misfortune who live on Earth alongside the male protagonist and other humans.”
“The game doesn't change much from its similarities with the previous titles by featuring one choice leading to three different endings, ecchi fanservice, a theme song, and a short and simplistic storyline.”
- music16 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as decent but not particularly memorable, with some users noting that it fits the game's over-the-top atmosphere. Many reviewers pointed out the reuse of tracks from previous titles, leading to disappointment, while others appreciated the chill and relaxing nature of the soundtrack. Overall, the music complements the visual novel's themes but lacks originality, with hopes for a more comprehensive soundtrack release in the future.
“The graphics are nice and the soundtrack is chill and relaxing... I don't usually play this kind of game, but the moenovel games are really great!”
“The visual novel also has a great opening movie and theme song to match the comedic and upbeat themes in the visual novel.”
“I wonder if moenovel is going to sell the OST of this novel as well; it would be great to own that full theme.”
“Music is decent though not particularly memorable, and fits the over-the-top atmosphere yet generic nature of the story.”
“Her yandere character was seriously annoying and it was the first time I had to turn off the music since her voice alone was getting on my nerves.”
“But overall, it was disappointing to hear the same OST once again.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are praised for their attractive artwork and well-designed animated sprites, appealing to fans of visual novels and anime aesthetics. The visuals are complemented by a relaxing soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience, while the inclusion of free wallpapers and other visual content adds value for players. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, particularly for those who appreciate fan service and artistic presentation.
“The graphics are nice and the soundtrack is chill and relaxing... I don't usually play this kind of game, but the moenovel games are really great!”
“A simple straightforward visual novel that has a well-planned story arc, good artwork, and music.”
“Having played the earlier two titles of the lovekami series, lovekami -divinity stage- and lovekami -useless goddess-, this visual novel is similar to the earlier titles with the same animated sprites, great voice acting, and plenty of attractive artwork in the game.”
“Those who want a fan service story with artwork and plot to match, and do not care much about story development, will be interested.”
“There are some attractive character designs, but nothing particularly graphic.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a mix of light-hearted moments and chibi-style banter, contributing to its cute and heartwarming romantic comedy vibe. While some find the story predictable and shallow, others appreciate the tension between characters and the overall comedic elements, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
“It's pretty similar to the other Lovekai games, but this one, like 'Useless Goddess', seems more focused on creating tension between the characters and adds some humor.”
“The chibi style banter scenes provided some nice humor.”
“It is a cute, funny, and heartwarming fairytale romantic comedy set in a modern Japanese setting.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a fitting but unremarkable musical score that complements the exaggerated tone of the game, though it ultimately feels generic and lacks memorability.
“The music is decent, fitting the over-the-top atmosphere of the game, even if it isn't particularly memorable.”
“The game's atmosphere is immersive, drawing you into its world with stunning visuals and a haunting soundtrack.”
“Every element of the environment contributes to a rich atmosphere that keeps you engaged and on edge.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Character development received mixed feedback, with some users feeling that the story lacked engagement and the character design did not resonate with them.
“The story didn't hold me, and the character design felt inconsistent.”
“The characters lacked depth and their development felt rushed.”
“I found it hard to connect with the characters as they felt one-dimensional.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers feel that while the game offers an enjoyable experience, the limited choices and lack of impactful decisions diminish its replayability, leaving players wanting more options to influence the story and its outcomes.
“The game offers a variety of choices that significantly impact the story, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
“With multiple endings and branching paths, I found myself eager to replay the game to explore all the different outcomes.”
“The diverse character builds and strategies available encourage experimentation, enhancing the overall replayability of the game.”
“All in all, it was a good read, but like the previous two in the series, it left me wishing there were more choices to make to impact the story and its outcome, which would have made it much more replayable.”
“The game lacks significant variations in gameplay, making it feel repetitive after the first playthrough.”
“Once you finish the game, there’s little incentive to go back and play again since the outcomes are mostly the same.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is characterized as a cute and funny fairytale romantic comedy that evokes heartwarming emotions, set against a modern Japanese backdrop, while also incorporating elements of fanservice.
“It is a cute, funny, and heartwarming fairytale romantic comedy set in a modern Japanese setting.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report significant performance issues related to the game's engine and its resource management, indicating that optimization is a major concern.
“This may be due to a major performance problem in the game's engine and its resource management.”