Malus Code
- May 6, 2016
- M2 Co.,LTD
Get on Steam"Malus Code" is a game that was previously affected by a bug that saved data in the same folder as "Tokyo School Life." To restore save data, players must back up their "TSL" and "MC" folders, create a duplicate copy of the "TSL" folder and rename it to "MC," and then delete any existing "MC" folder before starting the game. Any remaining "TSL" save data in "Malus Code" can be removed by overwriting or deleting the saves. Apologies for the inconvenience.
Reviews
- The game features beautiful artwork and animations, enhancing the visual experience.
- The characters are interesting and engaging, with some heartwarming interactions.
- The game offers a unique blend of slice-of-life humor and mystery, making it an intriguing read.
- The story is convoluted, with numerous plot holes and unresolved questions that leave players confused.
- There are no meaningful choices or branching paths, making the gameplay feel linear and unsatisfying.
- The game is short and may not justify its price, with many recommending to wait for a sale.
- story67 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 76 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The story of "Malus Code" is described as kinetic and structured in three acts, but it suffers from significant issues such as unclear plotlines, numerous unresolved plot holes, and a disjointed narrative that leaves players confused. While some elements show potential, many reviewers found the overall execution lacking, with excessive filler content and a lack of coherent progression, ultimately leading to a disappointing experience. Despite some interesting character development and artistic elements, the story fails to deliver a satisfying or comprehensible conclusion.
“The story is kinetic, but interesting, and told in 3 acts.”
“The story is amazing and the music.”
“I have only played the very first chapter of the story and I can tell it is well structured; it begins with a mysterious backstory that slowly becomes closer to the spotlight.”
“It seems that none of the plot lines were finished or plot holes filled, and the story left many things unexplained.”
“After the first episode, the story just becomes extremely disjointed, with so much happening and nothing explained.”
“I do not know if it was the intent of the creators, but everything in the story felt too vague or not explained well enough.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their high quality, gorgeous art style, and pleasing animations, with many users highlighting the impressive presentation and attention to detail. However, some reviews note that while the visuals are strong, they are somewhat overshadowed by a disjointed story filled with plot holes. Overall, the game's graphics stand out as a significant positive aspect.
“The art style is gorgeous; I really have no complaints.”
“First, on the plus side, the graphics are top notch.”
“Thankfully, the art style and animations are pleasing to look at.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this visual novel is characterized by a blend of slice-of-life elements, cuteness, and unexpected twists that enhance its comedic effect. While some characters, like Yuri and Suzukake, add to the humor with their charming and playful traits, the overall focus leans more towards mystery and horror rather than romance. Players appreciate the funny moments, though some feel the randomness of the humor can detract from the game's overall engagement.
“Another good visual novel from m2 combining a bit of slice-of-life humor, cuteness, and a big dose of mystery.”
“Yuri is cute, Suzukake is naughty-librarian hot, and Yae makes me feel funny and then I feel funny for feeling funny.”
“If you are looking for romance, there is not much in this visual novel; there is some nice horror and humor.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as nice, though some find it repetitive, leading to mixed feelings about its overall impact. While the soundtrack receives a moderate score of 5/10, it is noted that it complements the exceptional art and engaging story.
“The art is exceptional, the music is good, and the characters are interesting.”
“The story is amazing and the music is captivating.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety.”
“The soundtrack is mediocre, rated 5/10.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by heartwarming interactions, though some players feel it lacks depth and resolution, comparing it unfavorably to titles like Higurashi. Overall, while it evokes some feelings, it may not resonate with all players seeking a more profound emotional experience.
“The way they interact can be heartwarming at times.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a kinetic visual novel that lacks player choices but offers depth through multiple routes and endings, encouraging players to explore and uncover more than what is initially apparent.
“If you are looking for a visual novel that gives you more questions than answers in the gameplay, go for this.”
“While the gameplay is entirely kinetic visual novel (no choices), there is a lot more to the game than what you see at first glance, with multiple routes and endings.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players have reported significant stability issues, with frequent crashes occurring during key moments such as saving progress or reading content. Many users express frustration over the game's bugs and hope for future fixes from the developers.
“The source of the breakout... I can't say, you're going to have to play and find out, haha. But I'm going to give a huge warning to all who play this: be very careful. It crashes a lot, which happened to me at either the end of episode 1, when saving pictures, or just simply reading it. It's quite buggy, and I hope the developers can fix that.”
“I experienced frequent crashes while playing, especially during key moments like saving or reading. The game feels very unstable, and it's frustrating.”
“The game is riddled with bugs that lead to constant crashes. It's hard to enjoy the experience when you have to restart so often.”
