Malus Code

About

"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.

Genres & Tags

Adventure

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

68%

Audience ScoreBased on 73 reviews

story14 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful artwork and animations, enhancing the visual experience.
The characters are engaging and have interesting dynamics, providing some heartwarming moments.
The game offers a unique blend of slice-of-life, mystery, and horror elements, making it intriguing for players who enjoy complex narratives.

The story is convoluted with numerous plot holes and unresolved questions, leaving players confused.
There are no meaningful choices or branching paths, making the gameplay feel linear and unsatisfying.
The game is relatively short, and many players feel it doesn't justify its price due to the lack of content and resolution.

story
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
72%
8%
The story of "Malus Code" is described as kinetic and structured in three acts, but it suffers from a lack of coherence and numerous unresolved plot points, leaving players confused and unsatisfied. While some elements are intriguing and the art is praised, many reviewers note that the narrative is disjointed, filled with filler content, and ultimately fails to deliver a rewarding experience. Overall, the potential of the storyline is overshadowed by its complexity and vagueness, leading to a disappointing conclusion for many players.
- “The story is kinetic, but interesting, and told in 3 acts.”
- “Fun game if you like to solve mysteries and enjoy piecing together the puzzle of a story.”
- “The story is amazing and the music.”
- “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 was quite confused about the timings of the two later routes, and where the protagonist's path differed... there also seemed to be some half-hearted attempts to break the fourth wall by having the protagonist refer to events from previous routes in a hazy, dream-like way - it's a nice idea, and it almost worked for me, but the story was already a jumbled mess by that point.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
30%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their high quality, beautiful artwork, and pleasing animations, contributing to an overall impressive visual presentation. Many reviewers highlight the art style as a standout feature, with no significant complaints regarding the visuals. However, some note that while the graphics are excellent, the story suffers from inconsistencies and plot issues.
- “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.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its quality and integration with the overall experience, while others find it repetitive. Overall, it is described as good but not exceptional, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “The art is exceptional, the music is good, and the characters are interesting.”
- “The music, graphics, voice acting, and background were very nice.”
- “The story is amazing, and the music complements it beautifully.”
- “The music is incredibly repetitive.”
- “The soundtrack is a mediocre 5 out of 10.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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 presented.
- “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.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report significant stability issues, with frequent crashes occurring during key moments such as saving progress or reading content. Many express frustration over the game's bugs and urge caution for potential players, hoping 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.”
- “The game is incredibly unstable. I experienced multiple crashes during my playthrough, especially when trying to save my progress. It's frustrating and really detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I encountered frequent crashes that made it nearly impossible to enjoy the game. The stability issues are a major concern and need to be addressed by the developers.”