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LOVEPICAL-POPPY!

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60%Game Brain Score
humor, emotional
story, graphics
93% User Score Based on 15 reviews

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LOVEPICAL-POPPY! is a single player action game. It was developed by SMEE and was released on December 19, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

LOVEPICAL-POPPY! is a sweet, comedic visual novel from the beloved Japanese brand SMEE. In this game, you'll find yourself surrounded by a charming cast of heroines, enjoying the delightful and hilarious moments of everyday life together. This title features a talented team of SMEE's best, with a story penned by Yakamoto Uto, Minase Takumi, Nanao Yuhi, and Nakajima Taiga. Hanamaru’s fresh and vib…

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93%
Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
humor15 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • LOVEPICAL-POPPY! features a refreshing protagonist and a vibrant cast of heroines, each with unique personalities and well-developed routes that blend comedy and romance effectively.
  • The common route is notably long and engaging, filled with humor and character interactions that allow players to connect with all the heroines before diving into their individual stories.
  • The game introduces novel gameplay mechanics, such as optional scenes from the heroines' perspectives and interactive elements during H scenes, providing a fresh take on the visual novel genre.
  • The game runs at a maximum resolution of 720p, which feels outdated and may detract from the visual experience for some players.
  • Some routes, particularly the side routes, are shorter and may leave players wanting more character development and depth.
  • There are several localization errors and typos present in the English translation, which can disrupt the reading experience.
  • humor
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in "Lovepical" is characterized by its classic smee style, blending goofy, over-the-top comedy with wholesome slice-of-life elements, resulting in frequent laugh-out-loud moments. While the game features some serious scenes, they are quickly balanced by comedic relief, and the characters' quirky personalities contribute to the overall charm. Although not as consistently hilarious as previous titles, it still delivers plenty of entertaining banter and amusing situations, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.

    • “Simply put, Lovepical has all the classic humor and fun Smee is usually known for, and Smee fans will love this newest entry.”
    • “It really shines with the goofy, over-the-top comedy where characters act like silly, savage weirdos, but it still blends that humor surprisingly well with down-to-earth wholesome slice-of-life, romance, and friendship moments.”
    • “Nozomi (the implied 'true' heroine) was easily my favorite; her simple-minded deredere personality, constant seduction attempts, food obsession, and random yelling were consistently hilarious, and her route had the most wholesome ending.”
  • story
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is a fast-paced, comedic slice-of-life romance typical of smee's style, featuring a lovable cast and a simple premise where the protagonist becomes a dorm mother at his sister's academy. While the narrative may lack depth, it offers a fresh take on the visual novel genre with optional scenes that enhance character development. Overall, it delivers enjoyable comedic moments and sweet interactions, though some character routes may feel weaker than others.

    • “The story is classic Smee, aka comedy slice-of-life/romance, with a big emphasis on comedy.”
    • “There are also various sweet moments typical in romance and slice-of-life stories, and with how lovable the cast of Lovepical are, I found myself really enjoying those scenes as well.”
    • “Getting to know the full story behind her motivation and goals, not to mention the secrets she held, was very interesting.”
    • “There isn't much of a story here, but if you're looking for a visual novel with comedy and cute girls, you've come to the right place.”
    • “The story itself is simple: you play as the main character who needs a job and, through sheer luck, ends up working as the dorm mother at the academy his sister attends.”
    • “I’ll be honest, her route is probably the weakest to me; how they both fell in love and the actual story of the route felt pretty weak in my opinion.”
  • emotional
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a blend of humor and wholesome moments, with a focus on character growth and romance. Players appreciate the engaging minigames and the ability to delve into the heroines' minds, which adds depth to the experience. Overall, the game successfully combines goofy comedy with heartfelt interactions, making it a solid and enjoyable visual novel.

    • “This time the focus is strongly on being cute and wholesome.”
    • “The comedy stays strong because it's mixed with little bits of character growth and wholesome moments that show why the heroines fall for Tetsuya and how some actively try to get his attention.”
    • “The goofy humor carries over, but there's way more lovey-dovey romance, and each route has at least some character arc—usually for the heroine—that wraps up wholesomely.”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "lovepical-poppy" feature a new cutesy art style by artist Hanamaru, which diverges from the traditional smee aesthetic. While some fans may be initially put off by this change, many reviewers believe it retains the classic smee energy, appealing to both moege and smee enthusiasts. Overall, the new visuals are seen as a refreshing take that could enhance the experience for fans.

    • “Some may be put off by the new cutesy art style of this new work as opposed to the older Smee art style, but I promise you this: Lovepical-Poppy possesses the classic Smee energy we all know and love, and moege and Smee fans alike will greatly enjoy this as much as I did.”
    • “At a glance, this one is very different from previous Smee titles with the art style, which is done by a new artist in the eroge scene (Hanamaru).”
    • “Some may be put off by the new cutesy art style of this new work as opposed to the older Smee art style.”
    • “One thing that might put people off is the brand new art style for Smee.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game effectively balances character development with humor and serious moments, particularly highlighting Ayako's growth in her side route, where her struggles with low self-esteem and relationship dynamics are explored through meaningful communication. This unexpected depth adds a layer of richness to the characters, enhancing the overall narrative experience.

    • “I do think the visual novel did a good job having a nice balance between character development, serious moments, and comedy.”
    • “Ayako, the likely older 20s crepe lady, was the biggest surprise—her age gags and pessimism were forgettable in the common route, but her side route had the best overall character development, tackling her low self-esteem and other positive relationship developments through good communication, feeling like something out of 'making*lovers'.”
    • “I guess this is what you call 'character development,' and I just wasn't expecting it.”
    • “The character development feels rushed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
    • “I was hoping for a more nuanced approach to character growth, but it ended up being very one-dimensional.”
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LOVEPICAL-POPPY! is a action game.

LOVEPICAL-POPPY! is available on PC and Windows.

LOVEPICAL-POPPY! was released on December 19, 2025.

LOVEPICAL-POPPY! was developed by SMEE.

LOVEPICAL-POPPY! has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its story.

LOVEPICAL-POPPY! is a single player game.

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