LuGame: Lunchtime Games Club!

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LuGame: Lunchtime Games Club! is a single player action game with a romance theme. It was developed by Jellyfish Parade and was released on June 20, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

"LuGame: Lunchtime Games Club!" is a romantic comedy visual novel where you join a games club with a robot-obsessed little girl after getting kicked out of school for playing games. Enjoy slice-of-life romance, 90,000 words of dialogue, and 7-8 hours of gameplay filled with banter and adventures. Meet memorable characters and experience gamer girl romance. Note: The summary is based on the provided description, and I don't have access to the game itself.

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story34 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features charming artwork and well-designed characters, making it visually appealing.
The writing is engaging and humorous, with relatable character interactions that create a fun atmosphere.
It offers multiple routes and endings, providing good replay value and a satisfying experience for visual novel fans.

The game is relatively short, with some routes feeling abrupt and lacking a proper epilogue.
There is no voice acting, which may detract from the overall immersion for some players.
The pricing feels high for the content offered, and many recommend waiting for a sale to purchase.

story
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the character development and emotional impact, while others feel it suffers from excessive dialogue and a lack of meaningful choices. The narrative is described as light-hearted and engaging, featuring relatable characters and enjoyable side stories, though some found it somewhat cliché and abrupt in its endings. Overall, the art and writing are praised, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of visual novels.
- “I finished one romance route and am excited to go back and look at the other story choices and the DLCs. The game was very heartwarming and, although not a tearjerker by any means, had a lot of emotional impact, and I started liking the characters and the time I was spending with them.”
- “The story is light-hearted and entertaining.”
- “The story is, although cliché at times, really fun and heartwarming. The music is catchy, and the character art is fantastic!”
- “Just too much story; it's picture-stills, so no gifs on any of the dates or spicy locations.”
- “I do wish it had more choices, as the game seems to be rather sparse in terms of decision scenes that can influence the story.”
- “The one complaint I have is that the story sort of stops abruptly in each of the routes.”
graphics
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
38%
9%
The graphics of "Lunchtime Games Club" are characterized by a colorful and clean manga-inspired art style that, while not authentically Japanese, is praised for its uniqueness and charm. Reviewers highlight the cute character designs and chibi artwork, noting that the visuals effectively enhance the overall experience of the visual novel, despite some comments on the graphics being average overall. Overall, the artwork is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The anime artworks are unique and stunning.”
- “The art style itself is fantastic.”
- “The artwork is solid and the chibis are cute as hell.”
- “The graphics quality is clean and colorful, but average overall.”
- “The art style is manga-inspired, clearly not a native Japanese style.”
- “In a Steam world full of graphic (sometimes very), story-driven titles, this game feels like a breath of fresh air.”
music
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
35%
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its charm and suitability for the cozy tone of the visual novel, while others criticize it as feeling repetitive or akin to stock music. Notably, the soundtrack, composed by a single individual, is highlighted for its catchy and pleasant qualities, contributing positively to the overall experience despite the absence of voice acting. Overall, while the music may not be groundbreaking, it effectively complements the game's lighthearted and cute atmosphere.
- “The whole soundtrack is done by a single individual, Tyberalyx, and it's gorgeous.”
- “Very cute and fun game with amazing and charming music.”
- “The story is, although cliché at times, really fun and heartwarming, the music is catchy, and the character art is fantastic!”
- “The music for this game is probably the weakest part; it felt like stock music and not in a good way.”
- “Soundtrack is ever so slightly repetitive.”
- “The background music and effects are simple, but appropriate to the style of the visual novel.”
emotional
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its heartwarming and wholesome storytelling, with players expressing a strong connection to the quirky and lovable characters. While not overly dramatic, the narrative evokes feelings of warmth and joy, particularly through character development and engaging side stories. Overall, it is praised as a feel-good visual novel that leaves players with a sense of fulfillment and emotional satisfaction.
- “I finished one romance route and am excited to go back and look at the other story choices and the DLCs. The game was very heartwarming and, although not a tearjerker by any means, had a lot of emotional impact. I started liking the characters and the time I was spending with them.”
- “By far, my favorite is still the side story with K-T. It made me feel all warm and fuzzy going through that with how her character evolves and changes as things progress in that side story.”
- “Filled me with emotions and made me feel connected to the main girl.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this visual novel is generally well-received, with players appreciating the witty writing and the entertaining dynamics between characters, which often lead to amusing situations. While some found the story to be overly lengthy, the game's charm lies in its cute art style and the lighthearted, "make you grin" moments that contribute to a fun and relaxing experience. Overall, the humor is described as enjoyable, with a mix of clever gags and character interactions that enhance replayability.
- “The main character can sometimes come off as a little cheesy, but the girls you are in the gaming club with are genuinely hilarious at times, and their clashing and sometimes symbiotic personalities create a lot of funny and entertaining situations.”
- “I appreciated the sense of humor in the writing, and the character dynamics and situations - had me chuckling and laughing quite a bit.”
- “A fun little visual novel with plenty of humor and paths to choose.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the engaging and unique personalities of the characters, particularly the protagonist. The art style and character designs are highlighted as exceptional, contributing to the enjoyment of the narrative as characters evolve and reveal their true selves. However, some designs lean towards exaggerated tropes, which may not appeal to everyone.
- “The art style is honestly really good at some points, and the character design for each of the characters is amazing.”
- “Seeing them become more human as they shed their facade is always a pleasure and demonstrates extremely good character development.”
- “Pros: engaging characters, a visual novel protagonist with their own personality, fantastic art and character design.”
- “The character designs are cute but heavily rely on tropes, including exaggerated proportions.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “There is little to no growth for the characters throughout the game, leaving them feeling static and uninteresting.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay follows the visual novel standard of clicking, reading, and making choices, leading to multiple endings. Players report approximately 8 hours of gameplay with three distinct routes, providing good value for the time invested. Overall, the gameplay is well-received, earning a solid rating of ★★★★☆.
- “Honestly, I would have been willing to buy it at full price for that kind of mileage; a dollar per hour of gameplay is my standard, and this game hit it spot on.”
- “Gameplay is VN standard: click, read, make choices, unlock multiple endings.”
- “Gameplay takes about 8 hours, and there are 3 routes.”
- “I haven’t beaten the game yet, but it’s supposed to be about 8 hours of gameplay and has three routes you can go through.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is primarily driven by the variety of endings, routes, and achievements available, encouraging players to revisit the content to explore different outcomes.
- “The replay value is impressive, especially with the different endings, routes, and achievements to explore.”
- “I love how each playthrough offers new choices and outcomes, making it feel fresh every time.”
- “The variety of paths and achievements keeps me coming back for more, ensuring that no two runs are the same.”
- “The replay value is mostly limited to exploring different endings, routes, or achievements.”
- “Once you've experienced the main story, there's little incentive to replay the game.”
- “The lack of varied gameplay mechanics makes replaying feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers appreciate the game's easygoing atmosphere, highlighting it as a key element that enhances the overall experience.
- “I'll start by saying I love the easygoing atmosphere.”

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LuGame: Lunchtime Games Club! is a action game with romance theme.

LuGame: Lunchtime Games Club! is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

On average players spend around 8 hours playing LuGame: Lunchtime Games Club!.

LuGame: Lunchtime Games Club! was released on June 20, 2019.

LuGame: Lunchtime Games Club! was developed by Jellyfish Parade.

LuGame: Lunchtime Games Club! has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

LuGame: Lunchtime Games Club! is a single player game.

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