Lucy: The Eternity She Wished For
- February 28, 2016
- Modern Visual Arts Laboratory
- 5h median play time
Get on SteamIn Lucy: The Eternity She Wished For, you play as a boy who discovers an android named Lucy that possesses human-like emotions. Together, they navigate a world where androids are commonplace and confront moral dilemmas in this visual novel. Be aware that changing the language settings may affect the display of in-game texts.
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Reviews
- Engaging and emotional story that explores deep themes about humanity and artificial intelligence.
- Beautiful artwork and soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
- Well-developed main character and relationships that evoke strong feelings.
- Limited choices that don't significantly impact the story, making it feel linear.
- Some characters, particularly the father, are portrayed as one-dimensional and unlikable.
- The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more.
- story2,142 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The story of "Lucy - The Eternity She Wished For" is a poignant exploration of the relationship between a boy and an advanced android, Lucy, set against a backdrop of societal conflict regarding artificial intelligence. While many players found the narrative emotionally engaging and beautifully crafted, with moments that provoke deep reflection on love and humanity, some criticized its predictability and linearity, feeling that character development was rushed and certain plot points were underexplored. Overall, the game is praised for its touching themes and impactful storytelling, making it a memorable experience for fans of visual novels.
“Masterpiece! This is the first time I've finished a visual novel, and dang, the story is good. You have a clumsy mechanized heroine, Lucy, evil parents, a tsundere male lead, and a nerd best friend, Dr. Gears. The true ending is one of the best endings I've ever seen, where the dude becomes a scientist just to bring her back, and he actually does!”
“The story is captivating from the start, and the characters are built to make you feel love, hate, sadness, and frustration. My god, did I feel frustration throughout the story and rage towards a specific plot point that would really spoil the story if said.”
“This story is easily one of the best I've ever seen in my life. It is a beautiful story, amazing art, and well-made voice-overs. The emotional story leaves more than just the remembrance of a well-told series of events; it leaves memories of the characters, the time period, and the relationships within.”
“I'm crying... the end... really really makes you dumbfounded and the moral of the story feels like betrayal to me.”
“In short, you don't get to spend enough time with Lucy to actually care; the story meanders for most of its runtime on basic interactions and spends the rest of the time jumping from main plot point to main plot point as fast as possible, almost as if the writers were annoyed and trying to wrap up.”
“The story and world are very shallow, only trying to scrape the bare minimum to set a world and characters.”
- emotional757 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of "Lucy - The Eternity She Wished For" is overwhelmingly positive, with many players reporting deep emotional engagement, often leading to tears and profound reflections on themes of humanity and attachment. Reviewers describe it as a heartwarming and heartbreaking experience, highlighting its ability to evoke a wide range of feelings, from joy to sadness, and emphasizing the impact of its storytelling and character development. Overall, it is regarded as a powerful emotional journey that resonates long after the game is completed.
“This game made me cry more than any game ever, and I loved it :)”
“I truly enjoyed this game and found it pure, caring, and touching.”
“This was an emotional rollercoaster of a visual novel, and I loved every second of it.”
“A generic story with uncreative dialogue and slow pacing that fails to evoke any real emotions.”
“The character designs are terrifying, and the overall narrative is boring and uninspired.”
“The emotional impact is diminished by a lackluster story and dialogue that feels repetitive and unoriginal.”
- music422 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its emotional depth and ability to enhance the storytelling experience, with many reviewers praising the soundtrack as beautiful and fitting for various scenes. While some found certain tracks forgettable or repetitive, the overall consensus is that the music significantly contributes to the game's atmosphere and emotional impact. Additionally, there are requests for a complete soundtrack release, indicating a strong appreciation for the musical composition.
“The soundtrack truly is amazing, I'll be listening through it for weeks to come.”
“The music is beautiful and very fitting with every scene; the character development is just amazing.”
“The well-realized story and characters, brilliant art, and outstanding soundtrack combine to form an experience that is sure to stick with you, maybe not for an eternity, but for a good, long while.”
“The music was forgettable, and the plot felt like it pulled from the beginning of a bad hentai.”
“What I disliked: the soundtrack in certain scenes ruined the mood and atmosphere.”
“For some reason, the volume slider for background music does not seem to work properly.”
- graphics258 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the visual novel have received generally positive feedback, with many praising the beautiful artwork and vibrant colors that enhance the overall experience. However, some users noted inconsistencies in character designs and repetitive backgrounds, which detracted from the visual appeal. Overall, while the artwork is often highlighted as a strong point, there are mixed opinions regarding its execution and variety.
“Graphically, the game looks very stunning and beautiful.”
“The artwork is beautiful and very well done.”
“The game has beautiful visuals, a great soundtrack, and a story that keeps you engaged and on the fence about what happens next.”
“- the graphics are very repetitive and for the most part they are kept quite generic, this really annoyed me after a while.”
“[*] the character artwork is not consistent.”
“[*] artwork for a few of the characters are pretty bad.”
- humor70 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the visual novel is described as a blend of cute, silly, and poignant moments that evoke a range of emotions, from laughter to tears. While some found the humor refreshing and well-timed, others criticized it as childish or lacking depth. Overall, the game successfully balances lightheartedness with deeper themes, making it both funny and thought-provoking.
“It made me laugh and even made me cry; I love this visual novel and would happily say that it is a rare gem.”
“The humor sprinkled into it was genuinely funny and always happened at the right moments.”
“It's a touching story with both humor, sadness, and happiness that makes you think.”
- character development69 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is a mixed bag, with some players praising the depth of the main character's growth and the relationship dynamics, particularly with Lucy, while others criticize the overall lack of meaningful development for secondary characters and the rushed nature of the story. Many reviews highlight the strong character designs and voice acting, but express disappointment in the limited character arcs, particularly for characters like Dr. Gears and Lucy, who are seen as underdeveloped. Overall, while some players found the character development engaging and well-paced, others felt it fell short of expectations, particularly given the game's claims of "drastic character development."
“10/10 story writing and character development.”
“The music is beautiful and very fitting with every scene, the character development is just amazing.”
“I would recommend this game for those people who like a short-ish visual novel with a focus on character development and attachment.”
“It's not like it felt rushed, but rather that the character development that was there was either not strong enough to carry the overall story or simply felt too unrealistic.”
“I expected at least some degree of change here given that the game is tagged as having 'drastic character development' on vndb, but it was taken to the extreme here, losing all sense of realism that the character may have had.”
“In fact, most of the character development in the game is simply the main character getting over his shockingly toxic attitude towards Lucy and robots in general.”
- gameplay61 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is primarily focused on reading and making limited choices typical of visual novels, which some players find lacking in depth and engagement. While there are paths that affect outcomes and replayability, many reviewers note that the overall experience feels short and simplistic, with minimal interactive elements beyond dialogue selection. Despite these criticisms, some players appreciate the story's pacing and character development, suggesting that the narrative is the game's strongest aspect.
“It is a clicking point adventure type where you read through conversations and make certain types of choices that make a big impact on your gameplay.”
“There are choice paths to make during gameplay that affect certain outcomes and dialogue paths, but that is good for the replayability of this story.”
“Story and gameplay-wise, the plot unfolded at a good pace that felt natural and realistic.”
“Bought for 4 euros, 1 hour of gameplay.”
“Indeed, much of the gameplay is just reading the story with a couple of choices along the way that change some of the dialogue.”
“Lucy is a visual novel and with that, there really isn't any gameplay.”
- atmosphere48 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its beautiful art and effective soundtrack, which together create a unique and emotionally engaging experience. Many reviewers highlight the soothing quality of the atmosphere, emphasizing that it enhances the storytelling and character interactions, although some note that certain musical choices can detract from the mood. Overall, the combination of visuals, music, and voice acting contributes significantly to the game's immersive environment.
“I loved both the art and music; they really give it a unique look and atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere of this game is oddly soothing.”
“I have to say that the music played a critical role in setting the atmosphere and helps intensify the stories.”
“What I disliked: the soundtrack in certain scenes ruined the mood and atmosphere.”
“The music and sound is meh, it does its job of keeping up the atmosphere pretty well, but I won't be getting the OST.”
“Love the atmosphere and artworks but the main character is an a$$, who just wants a reason to treat his waifu like a sub-human.”
- stability12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, with most users reporting it as stable despite encountering minor graphical glitches and occasional audio issues, such as sound levels resetting. Some players noted that dialog advancement can feel buggy, and the maximum resolution is limited to 720p, but these issues do not significantly detract from the overall experience.
“Very good game, no glitches from my initial playthrough.”
“Advancing dialogs feel kinda buggy sometimes.”
“The game can't decide whether or not it wants to have horror elements, which it includes by way of sometimes-startling visual and audio distortions resembling glitches.”
“There are a handful of annoying little glitches in the game (e.g. sound levels resetting each time the music changed), and the max resolution is 720p, but those are really the only bad things I can say about this game.”
- replayability12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game offers some replayability through choice paths that influence outcomes and dialogue, encouraging players to revisit the story to uncover missed details. However, many reviewers feel that the overall replay value is limited, with a consensus rating around 6/10, suggesting it may be best enjoyed on sale unless players are particularly invested in the narrative. While the engaging storyline and art enhance the experience, the short completion time of about three hours contributes to the perception of limited replayability.
“There are choice paths to make during gameplay that affect certain outcomes and dialog paths, which is great for the replayability of this story.”
“It has a great storyline, fantastic art, absolutely spot-on voice acting, and enough different paths to take that the replay value is valid for another couple of times.”
“But this does give it a certain plus when it comes to replay value, as you have to read it again so you don't miss anything.”
“I found myself engrossed in the story the whole time: it didn't feel like it dragged on (which is a concern sometimes), but there isn't much replay value on this one.”
“Replay value 6/10”
“It has a great storyline, fantastic art, absolutely spot on voice acting, and enough different paths to take that the replay value is valid another couple of times.”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate that the game avoids excessive grinding, allowing them to explore all paths without repetitive tasks. However, many find the journey to the game's philosophical themes tedious, as it involves lengthy reading of character thoughts and interactions that can slow down the pacing.
“Unfortunately, a lot of what leads up to the ending is fairly tedious.”
“It does take a while to get to this stage from the start of the game, and it can get tedious having to constantly read the main character's thoughts and interactions with other characters in the game.”
“Used art they spent countless tedious hours on as a reference to generate it.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is highlighted by the seamless voice acting, with the titular character being the only one fully voiced, yet the exceptional performances of the voice actors in both Korean and Japanese enhance the experience. Players appreciate the ability to switch between voice options effortlessly, adding to the overall immersion.
