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Melancholy Love

94%Game Brain Score
story, music
grinding, replayability
94% User Score Based on 108 reviews

Platforms

Mac OSMac OSPCPCWindowsWindows

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"Melancholy Love" is a visual novel game that explores the complexities of love and relationships. The player follows the story of a young man as he navigates through his complicated feelings for the women in his life. With multiple endings and a unique art style, this game offers a deep and introspective look into the human heart.

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Melancholy Love screenshot
Melancholy Love screenshot
Melancholy Love screenshot
Melancholy Love screenshot
Melancholy Love screenshot

94%
Audience ScoreBased on 108 reviews
story42 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions

  • The visuals and music are stunning, enhancing the overall experience of the game.
  • The character development is well-written, with relatable emotions and dynamics between the protagonists.
  • The story, while simple, is charming and engaging, making it a delightful experience for fans of the yuri genre.
  • The plot romanticizes toxic behavior, leading to a frustrating narrative where the victim does not adequately confront the offender.
  • Technical issues, such as slow text progression and volume inconsistencies, detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • The dialogue can be redundant and repetitive, which may hinder the pacing and engagement of the story.
  • story
    174 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of this visual novel is a complex and charming exploration of a yuri romance set in an all-girls school, featuring well-developed characters and emotional depth. While some players found the plot predictable and the pacing slow, many praised its touching moments and character growth, making it a compelling experience for fans of the genre. However, issues with dialogue and translation detracted from the overall narrative for some, leaving a mixed reception regarding its execution.

    • “This game truly is amazing, it's a beautiful yet complex story that I found myself spending all my free time on recently and that I can't help but gush about.”
    • “A story that keeps tugging at your heart when it dips into the tragedies of deceit and misunderstandings, lifts your spirit with the sweetness of affectionate yuri romance, and makes you laugh at the antics of the characters.”
    • “The story is so compelling, presented from two points of view that don't make it tedious.”
    • “The story put me really off.”
    • “It got to a point where I just couldn't see a way of the story redeeming itself, and I quit.”
    • “To me, the story is more about curses and pains rather than melancholy.”
  • music
    56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in this visual novel is widely praised for its beautiful and calming qualities, featuring a memorable soundtrack that enhances the emotional depth of the story. The combination of soft piano and music-box tunes creates an engaging atmosphere, complementing the visuals and voice acting effectively. While some reviewers noted a tendency towards a melancholic tone with limited variation, the overall consensus is that the music significantly contributes to the game's charm and appeal.

    • “The music and the visuals truly shine in this visual novel.”
    • “The soundtrack was also very good and beautiful.”
    • “And even though there's a lot of fun banter between friends, the tone is still too one-note, which I think mostly comes from constant melancholic music with little variation.”
    • “And despite the title, there is ultimately a happy ending, and the melancholy tone (emphasized by the piano-heavy soundtrack) never feels too overwhelming.”
    • “The visual novel is fully voiced in Mandarin (Chinese) with a calm piano music background accompanying us through the story.”
  • graphics
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in this visual novel are widely praised for their stunning artwork and unique art style, contributing significantly to the overall experience. While some users noted minor distractions, such as the stylized character designs, the visuals are considered a standout feature, complemented by engaging music and voice acting. Overall, the game's graphics enhance the storytelling and immersion, making it one of the better visual novels available on Steam.

    • “The music and the visuals truly shine in this visual novel.”
    • “Graphic-wise, 'Melancholy Love' was stunning.”
    • “Whilst not quite reaching the levels of, say, 'Kindred Spirits on the Roof', this game is definitely among the better visual novels on Steam, especially with its art style which manages to stand out as both good and unique.”
  • emotional
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game delivers a powerful emotional experience, featuring well-crafted character development that fosters deep investment in the story despite its brevity. Players report a rollercoaster of feelings, from laughter to tears, with many highlighting the poignant and heartbreaking moments that resonate strongly, particularly in the context of love and vulnerability. Overall, it is described as a touching and memorable emotional journey that leaves a lasting impact.

    • “It was riveting, sweet, hilarious, and heartbreaking-- I was brought to tears a few times, especially by the end.”
    • “Great emotional ride; tears of joy and sadness were shed.”
    • “I cried like a little girl, and my very soul ached for the fox and the bunny.”
  • character development
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The character development in the game is praised for being well-written and emotionally engaging, especially given the short length of the story. Players appreciate the depth of characters, particularly Qianxu, and find themselves invested in the relationships, making it a standout aspect of the visual novel. Additionally, the attractive character design enhances the overall experience.

    • “There are quite a lot of touching moments in the game, and the character development is well written considering the length of the story.”
    • “Incredible character development, and if you are in it for the relationship aspect, this is a visual novel for you.”
    • “For such a short novel, it offers some plausible character development and makes you emotionally invested.”
    • “There are however quite a lot of touching moments in the game and the character development is well written considering the length of the story.”
  • humor
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it cliché and unfunny, while others appreciate the witty dialogue, charming interactions, and clever references that elevate the experience. Many highlight moments of genuine hilarity and emotional depth, suggesting that the humor, when effective, significantly enhances the overall narrative.

    • “It was riveting, sweet, hilarious, and heartbreaking-- I was brought to tears a few times especially by the end.”
    • “Also the dialogue here can be pretty hilarious or at least charming, which was unexpected to me coming in.”
    • “And the humor, references, and puns – mwah, chef’s kiss!”
  • atmosphere
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a melancholic and flowery ambiance, enhanced by soft piano and violin music, as well as Chinese voice acting. While Yuri fans are likely to appreciate this aesthetic, others may find their enjoyment dependent on their affinity for this emotional tone and the intriguing plot twists that enrich the overall experience.

    • “The atmosphere reminded me a lot of the flowers series with lovely piano and violin music at all times plus Chinese voice acting for all the girls.”
    • “The plot had several really interesting points and twists, which made the overall melancholic atmosphere even richer.”
    • “Yuri fans will love this; for all the others, it'll depend on how well you soak in this melancholic flowery atmosphere.”
    • “I like soft piano and music-box-like tunes a lot, and for me, they created just the right atmosphere.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to the lengthy text-skipping process, which can consume a significant portion of the overall playtime. Despite this, the compelling story and dual perspectives help maintain interest, encouraging players to push through the grind to reach the best ending.

    • “It took me about 12 hours to fully complete the game, and nearly a third of that was just spent waiting for the text to skip, a process so tedious that I almost gave up before seeing the best ending.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is limited, as it is short and features three endings that only provide minor variations in dialogue. Players may find themselves less inclined to replay it unless they are particularly interested in experiencing the same content again.

    • “It's a short visual novel; the three endings do not offer anything more than a few different lines at the end of the game, so replayability will depend on whether you want to read the same content all over again.”
    • “It's a short visual novel; the three endings do not offer anything more than a few different lines at the end of the game, so replayability will depend on whether you want to read the same content all over again.”

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