Melty Amethyst

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The full-voiced otome vishual novel that adds colour to ordinary life.

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Play Modes

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

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

story14 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features adorable characters and a delightful soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
It includes full voice acting for all characters except the main heroine, adding depth to the storytelling.
The art and character designs are beautifully done, contributing to a charming visual presentation.

The story is very short, taking less than an hour to complete, which may leave players wanting more.
The English translation has notable errors and awkward phrasing, affecting the overall flow of the dialogue.
There are quality-of-life issues, such as the lack of a CG gallery and no in-game quit option, which detracts from the user experience.

story
59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
71%
5%
The story is a short, linear romance that spans several months, focusing on the relationship between a fashionable young woman and a shy corner store worker, with minimal player choice. While some reviewers found it cozy and light-hearted, others criticized it for being cliché and lacking depth, with time skips making the narrative feel rushed. Overall, it offers a pleasant experience, complemented by relaxing music and appealing art, but leaves players wanting more due to its brevity and simplicity.
- “The story is cute without any emotional rollercoaster type of events going on, which are common in the otome genre.”
- “This game definitely delivered a pleasant, light-hearted story and was good at it, although I wish we learned more about what Hotaru did after the shop closed.”
- “It's a fluffy story about two people falling in love with each other.”
- “The story is simple and short; it moves quickly for the player, but it spans several months in the game’s universe.”
- “There is only one choice presented towards the very latter part of the story, which leads either to the good or bad ending.”
- “Nothing interesting happens; it's just a paint-by-numbers romance story stripped down to its bare essentials.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
41%
14%
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing, lo-fi vibe that complements the story, featuring a catchy opening song titled "Amethyst Drop" and a varied soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the high production values, including full Japanese voice acting, which adds to the charm of the indie otome visual novel. Overall, the delightful soundtrack and engaging music videos contribute significantly to the game's appeal.
- “On a positive note, the music is relaxing, offering a lo-fi vibe that complements the story.”
- “In regards to the music, there are a few tracks that are great to listen to and fit well with the tone of the story.”
- “Has an opening video with a catchy song called 'Amethyst Drop.'”
- “The music is relaxing, offering a lo-fi vibe that complements the story.”
- “The background music is decent but lacks variety and can become repetitive.”
- “While there are a few CGs and a varied soundtrack, the overall music experience feels underwhelming.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
63%
25%
The gameplay is primarily linear, which some players appreciate despite not achieving a typical value of an hour per dollar spent. Overall, many feel that the experience justifies the cost, even if the gameplay duration falls short of their expectations.
- “Usually I like to get an hour per $1 out of my games to feel like I’ve gotten my money’s worth, but ultimately, even though I didn’t get that amount of gameplay, I do feel like I got my money’s worth.”
- “In regards to gameplay, the story mostly plays out in a linear fashion.”
- “Having finished summarizing the story and gameplay, I'll get to my thoughts.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The graphics of the game are criticized for being fuzzy and lacking polish, which detracts from the overall atmosphere. However, the artwork is praised for its beauty, and the voice acting is noted as excellent, suggesting a mixed reception regarding the visual and audio presentation.
- “The artwork in the visual novel is beautifully done, and the voice acting by the seiyuu is excellent.”
- “Its translation flaws, fuzzy visuals, and lack of polish may put off some players.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized as cute and heartwarming, providing a pleasant experience without the intense emotional highs and lows typical of the otome genre. Players appreciate its lighthearted narrative, making it a charming way to spend an hour.
- “Overall, it's cute and heartwarming; a nice way to spend an hour.”
- “The story is cute without any emotional rollercoaster type of events going on, which are common in the otome genre.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is highlighted positively, with users appreciating the attractive character designs and high production values, including full voice acting for most characters. However, the brief duration of the game (less than an hour) may limit the depth of character exploration. Overall, the art and design contribute significantly to the game's appeal.
- “I absolutely loved the art and character design.”
- “Despite its length (less than an hour) and reasonable price point, the production values are very good, sporting attractive character designs and full voice acting aside from the main heroine.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is perceived as lacking due to subpar visuals, with many users expressing that improved clarity and sharpness would significantly enhance the overall experience.