LuGame: Lunchtime Games Club!
- June 20, 2019
- H. Hochkins
- 8h median play time
Get on Steam"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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- The game features charming characters and beautiful artwork, making it visually appealing.
- The writing is humorous and engaging, providing a light-hearted and enjoyable experience.
- Multiple routes and endings encourage replayability, allowing players to explore different character interactions.
- The endings for each route feel abrupt and lack a satisfying conclusion, leaving players wanting more.
- Some characters are perceived as stereotypical, which may detract from the overall depth of the story.
- The game has been criticized for its lack of significant choices that impact the narrative, making it feel somewhat linear.
- story70 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally well-received, characterized by relatable characters and engaging narratives, though some players noted it can be somewhat cliché and lacks depth in decision-making. Many appreciated the charming art style and the light-hearted, fun nature of the plot, particularly enjoying the unique side stories and character interactions. However, some reviewers expressed a desire for more choices and a less abrupt ending to enhance the overall storytelling experience.
“The characters are relatable and pretty well developed in the game, with interesting stories and unique side story interactions. This game is definitely a visual novel I would recommend giving a try.”
“The story is light-hearted and entertaining, with grounded and relatable characters and settings that provide a stable, relaxing read.”
“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.”
“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.”
“I felt that the way the story ended could be less sudden and more subtle in terms of how the ending was delivered.”
- graphics28 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and stunning anime art style, featuring cute chibi characters and well-designed sprites that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the colorful visuals and the charming character designs, noting that the artwork effectively conveys personality and emotion. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to its appeal as a delightful visual novel.
“The anime artworks are unique and stunning.”
“The art style is really cute and colorful; the writing is nice as well.”
“The artwork is solid, and the chibis are cute as hell.”
“In a steam world full of graphic sometimes very, story-driven titles, lugame is like a breath of fresh air.”
“The artwork is solid and the chibis are cute as hell.”
“Artwork is well done; both backgrounds and characters, and aside from the few typos and grammatical slips, it is an easy read and interesting story.”
- music28 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising it as charming and fitting, while others criticize it for feeling like stock music or being slightly repetitive. Many players appreciate the catchy and well-composed soundtrack by a single individual, highlighting its ability to enhance the overall experience. Overall, while the music is a strong point for some, others find it less engaging compared to other aspects of the game.
“The whole soundtrack is done by a single individual, Tyberalyx, and it's gorgeous.”
“The story is, although cliché at times, really fun and heartwarming; the music is catchy, and the character art is fantastic!”
“Very cute and fun game with amazing and charming music.”
“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 apropos to the style of the visual novel.”
- emotional14 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its quirky, heartwarming writing and wholesome storytelling, which evokes laughter and warmth through its charming characters and romantic comedy elements. Players appreciate the game's ability to create a feel-good atmosphere, despite some visual oversights, and highlight the emotional depth found in character development, particularly in side stories. Overall, it is celebrated as a delightful and engaging visual novel that fosters a strong emotional connection with its characters.
“The game suffers from some visual oversights; text coming out of boxes, the actual textbox can obscure some of the wonderful art in the game... but the story is wholesome and lovely.”
“By far though, 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.”
- humor12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is well-received, with players appreciating the witty writing, charming character dynamics, and amusing situations that elicit chuckles and smiles. The combination of cute art, fitting music, and engaging dialogue options enhances the overall comedic experience, making it a fun and relaxing visual novel. While not overwhelmingly hilarious, it features memorable moments and clever gags that contribute to its charm and replayability.
“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.”
“History shown in this title, gags and winks to players are very well made and funny.”
- character development4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is highlighted as a strong point, with engaging characters that evolve and become more relatable as they shed their facades. The visual novel features a protagonist with a distinct personality, complemented by fantastic art and character design that enhances the overall experience.
“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 art and character designs are amazing, and I enjoyed all the dialogue you have with all the characters.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers approximately 8 hours of content, featuring three distinct routes for players to explore, providing good value at a dollar per hour. Overall, players find the gameplay engaging and worth the investment.
“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 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.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized as easygoing and enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“I'll start by saying I love the easygoing atmosphere.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the world.”
“The haunting soundtrack combined with the stunning visuals creates an atmosphere that is both eerie and captivating.”
