Melty Amethyst
- September 30, 2024
- Miniature fleur
Get on SteamThe full-voiced otome vishual novel that adds colour to ordinary life.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- 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 production values are high, with well-done character designs and a charming, light-hearted story.
- The game is very short, taking less than an hour to complete, which may leave players wanting more.
- There are notable translation issues, including awkward phrasing and grammatical errors that detract from the experience.
- Quality-of-life limitations, such as the lack of a CG gallery and no in-game quit option, hinder the overall gameplay experience.
- story29 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story is a short, linear romance that follows the relationship between a fashionable young woman and a shy coworker, set against a cozy backdrop with a relaxing lo-fi soundtrack. While it features time skips that may make the narrative feel rushed, the overall tone is light-hearted and engaging, though some reviewers found it cliché and lacking depth. Despite its brevity and simplicity, many players enjoyed the experience and expressed a desire for a sequel to explore the characters further.
“If you ever wish to make a continuation or another story, I'll be more than happy to stick around and find out what else you have to offer.”
“It's a fluffy story about two people falling in love with each other.”
“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.”
“The story is simple and short; it moves quickly for the player, but it spans several months in the game’s universe.”
“In regards to the writing, there are quite a lot of time skips, so the story can feel like it goes by quickly.”
“At no point does the story ever explain why it's called Melty Amethyst.”
- music11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing lo-fi vibe and catchy tracks, such as the opening song "Amethyst Drop," which enhance the overall delightful experience. Players appreciate the varied soundtrack and the inclusion of full Japanese voice acting, contributing to the game's charm and emotional depth. Overall, the high production values and quality music make it a standout in the indie otome visual novel genre.
“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.”
“The characters are cute and the soundtrack helps make it all feel delightful.”
“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.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is primarily linear, which some players may find limiting, but many still feel that the overall experience justifies the cost, even if it doesn't meet the typical expectation of an hour of gameplay per dollar spent.
“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.”
“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.”
“Having finished summarizing the story and gameplay, I'll get to my thoughts.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics have received mixed feedback, with some players noting that the visuals are fuzzy and lack polish, detracting from the game's atmosphere. However, the artwork is praised for its beauty, and the voice acting is highlighted as a strong point. Overall, clearer and sharper visuals could significantly enhance the experience.
“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.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized as cute and heartwarming, providing a pleasant experience without the intense emotional highs and lows typically found in the otome genre. It offers a lighthearted narrative that is enjoyable for a brief playtime.
“Overall, it's cute and heartwarming; a nice way to spend an hour.”
“The story is cute without any emotional rollercoaster-type events, which are common in the otome genre.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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 main heroine lacks voice acting, which may detract from her development. Overall, the game's visual appeal enhances the character experience despite its short duration.
“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.”
“I absolutely loved the art and character design.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers feel that the game's atmosphere is hindered by unclear and dull visuals, suggesting that improved graphics would significantly enhance the overall experience.
