Master of the Harem Guild
- May 31, 2013
- Norn / Miel
"Master of the Harem Guild" is a single-player, fantasy visual novel game with a good plot. The game follows the story of Damien, who, after being denied membership into a guild of beautiful monster hunters, seeks revenge using an unexpected power. Damien sets out on a quest to build his own harem and exact his revenge on those who scorned him.
Reviews
- The game features nice art and quality voice acting, enhancing the overall experience.
- Many players found the story entertaining and amusing, despite its straightforward nature.
- The game is easy to complete, with some players enjoying the achievement hunting aspect.
- The story is considered generic and lacks depth, with minimal player choices that do not significantly affect the outcome.
- The game includes non-consensual themes that may be off-putting to some players.
- There are complaints about the game being overly simplistic and more akin to a visual novel than a traditional game.
- story39 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story in this visual novel is generally viewed as weak and generic, with many reviewers noting its reliance on clichéd tropes and predictable plotlines. While some players found it entertaining enough for its intended purpose, others criticized the lack of character development and poor execution of potentially interesting ideas. Overall, the narrative seems to serve primarily as a backdrop for the game's adult content rather than as a compelling standalone experience.
“I enjoyed the overall direction of the story (despite the characters having major flaws) and the setting (even though it's rather generic).”
“It's a pretty interesting story game with a pretty funny ending to how it all started.”
“The story: so far after nearly going through half of the game, I find the story well written, very amusing for each character and their status.”
“The story in this visual novel had some potential, but the developers did little to nothing with it.”
“If you are looking for plot or a strong/developed main character, there is not much of that here for you.”
“It's a shame too, setting up an interesting story and being so uncreative with the execution.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the art style while others criticize it for being uninviting and poorly executed. There are concerns about the extreme depictions in the artwork, particularly regarding lewd elements, which may not appeal to all players. Overall, while some players appreciate the visuals, there is a consensus that improvements could be made.
“I give this visual novel a kudos for graphics, storyline, and smooth gameplay.”
“The art style is nice and adds a unique charm to the game.”
“The graphics are visually appealing and enhance the overall experience.”
“The visuals of a visual novel obscured by mosaics are just uninviting.”
“The story seems as if it's written by a 14-year-old; the artwork is poor and the sound is bad.”
“The art and graphics leave little to the imagination, and I find it borderline extreme in areas like large busts in female or male genitalia, which seems to be a popular norm in lewd graphic arts gaming.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as both intentional and unintentional, with players finding the story and its conclusion amusingly engaging. Many appreciate the cute and funny elements, while some highlight the hilariously clumsy writing style as a source of humor. Overall, the game offers a blend of charm and comedic moments that resonate well with players.
“It's a pretty interesting story game with a pretty funny ending to how it all started.”
“I really liked this game; it was funny and cute but also very good. I would buy this on sale, hehehe.”
“I'm serious, I think it's wholly unintentional for it to be so, but the writing is so ham-fisted, it's hilarious.”
- music3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally criticized for being unfitting and at times grating, detracting from the overall experience. Many reviewers feel it does not align well with the game's setting and contributes to a lackluster atmosphere.
“Music does not fit with the setting in my opinion and can be grating at times.”
“Overall, the combination of weak story, decent art, unfitting music, and unnecessarily long scenes prevented me from recommending this title.”
“The music leaves a bit to be desired.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized as fun and wholesome, evoking positive feelings and a sense of joy among players.
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay mechanics, particularly those related to sexual interactions, are criticized for being unclear and often confusing, leading to a frustrating experience for players.