Maidens of a Hollow Dream

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Maidens of a Hollow Dream is a single player casual shooter game. It was developed by Akiragoya and was released on March 30, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Maidens of a Hollow Dream" , players navigate a post-apocalyptic world ruled by magical young maidens from "academy states." As a member of the Art Club, who face club disbandment, players must acquire "maebari" garments and battle against fierce creatures to prove their worth. This yuri side-scrolling shooter game combines ecchi elements with action-packed gameplay.

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

Great graphics and an upbeat soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience.
Interesting mechanics that combine RPG elements with traditional shmup gameplay, providing a unique twist.
Fun and engaging gameplay that appeals to fans of the yuri genre and bullet hell shooters.

The user interface is difficult to navigate, and the menus contain broken English, making it hard to understand.
The game can be overly challenging, even on easy difficulty, which may frustrate players.
Lacks local multiplayer options, which could have enhanced the overall experience.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, combining elements of horizontal shmups with RPG and dodge features, which adds a strategic layer to the experience. Players appreciate the vibrant graphics, music, and the refreshing narrative focus on friendly competition rather than violence. Overall, the game offers a fun and enjoyable experience, particularly for fans of character-swapping mechanics.
- “Pretty good horizontal shmup with RPG and dodge mechanics.”
- “A bit lewd, but great graphics, great music, and interesting gaming mechanics that make this stand apart from the usual shmup and add an element of strategy.”
- “I also love how the story revolves around a friendly competition instead of a violent war or killing like a lot of games. This is a breath of fresh air because I prefer friendly competition; the gameplay is great and an awesome time passer.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics are consistently praised as amazing, featuring visually striking elements that enhance the gameplay experience. While some users note a slightly lewd aesthetic, the combination of great visuals, engaging music, and innovative mechanics contributes to a challenging and enjoyable gaming atmosphere.
- “Amazing graphics.”
- “The visuals and the gameplay are challenging and fun all at the same time.”
- “Great graphics, great music, and interesting gaming mechanics make this stand apart from the usual shmup and add an element of strategy.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its upbeat and cheerful soundtrack, which many consider to be among the best they've ever heard. It complements the game's graphics and mechanics, enhancing the overall experience and adding a unique strategic element to the gameplay.
- “Awesome soundtrack.”
- “Great graphics, great music, and interesting gaming mechanics make this stand apart from the usual shmup and add an element of strategy.”
- “I would have to say it easily has one of the best background music I have ever heard, so upbeat and cheerful!”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as short yet enjoyable, focusing on a friendly competition rather than violence, which many players find refreshing. This unique narrative approach contributes to an engaging gameplay experience that serves as a great way to pass the time.
- “The storyline is short but sweet!”
- “I love how the story revolves around a friendly competition instead of a violent war or killing like a lot of games. This is a breath of fresh air because I prefer friendly competition. The gameplay is great and an awesome time passer.”