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Moe Era

85%Game Brain Score
story, music
grinding, stability
85% User Score Based on 2,414 reviews

Platforms

MOMac OSPCPCPhoPhoneWinWindowsLinLinuxTabTablet

About

"Moe Era" is a visual novel centered around cute characters and lighthearted jokes with a surprising depth to its story. The game features non-linear gameplay, 5 main characters, and a supporting cast, along with 40+ CGs, 25+ BGs, and 40+ music tracks. Meet Sima, Nana, Marta, and Teya and embark on a memorable adventure with multiple endings.

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85%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,414 reviews
story188 positive mentions
grinding1 negative mentions

  • story
    574 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its philosophical themes and emotional depth, while others criticize it for being confusing, disjointed, or lacking in character development. Many reviews highlight the game's attempt to convey meaningful life lessons, but feel it often falls short of delivering a cohesive narrative or satisfying conclusion. Overall, while the visuals and music receive praise, the story's execution leaves a significant portion of players feeling underwhelmed or frustrated.

    • “What a beautiful game, it doesn't pander or spoon-feed you with plot twists or choke you down in expose, the story is told through dreams and the Grecian afterlife while you spend time with 4 people where each represents a side to us, which life is the actual dream.”
    • “The story made a great impression on me; you will experience grief and joy with the characters, you will laugh and cry together.”
    • “A surprisingly in-depth story that imparts a few cuts of life wisdom with a dash of dating sim cuteness.”
    • “The story, characters, English translation, and game experience are all weak and amateurishly done.”
    • “The plot sucked, through and through; it was terrible, there's no other way I can describe it.”
    • “The story is not interesting at all.”
  • music
    278 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many users praising its quality and emotional depth, often describing it as enchanting and memorable. While some found the soundtrack to be a standout feature that enhances the overall experience, others noted that it occasionally lacked fitting context for certain scenes. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the game's strongest aspects, contributing significantly to its atmosphere and appeal.

    • “Insanely good soundtrack, still listen to it on the regular long after.”
    • “The soundtrack is incredible.”
    • “This game is just a masterpiece and the soundtrack's so good, 10/10 would play again.”
    • “It’s pretentious, the writing sucks, the art sucks and the soundtrack sucks too.”
    • “To add on to it, none of the music really seemed to fit the scenes.”
    • “The sound track for this game is all over the place, from soothing piano to vaporwave and much more.”
  • graphics
    144 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many users praising the stunning artwork and appealing art style, particularly for a free title. While some noted inconsistencies in art style across scenes, the overall visuals are described as colorful and well-executed, contributing to an engaging aesthetic experience. However, a few reviewers felt that the graphics alone could not compensate for the game's narrative shortcomings.

    • “On the plus side, it has some stunning artwork.”
    • “The artwork is extremely eye-catching, something I really wasn’t expecting for a free-to-play game produced outside of Japan.”
    • “The art style is very well done; there was a lot of detail with shading and lighting that made it look better than it probably would have been if there wasn't as much attention to detail.”
    • “The visuals are serviceable, the music is fine, but the story, characters, and intent are all an obnoxious mess.”
    • “I feel like the lack of focus was a real detriment to the story; I can't put my finger on it, but there is something wrong with the art style.”
    • “The art style changes too many times; changing styles in a game can be done right, but in this game, it's pretty poorly done.”
  • emotional
    64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by players' deep connections with the characters, particularly Ermy, and the impactful life lessons woven throughout the narrative. While some found the story lacking, many described the experience as an emotional roller coaster that evoked genuine feelings, from sadness to hope, and provided a sense of understanding and encouragement during tough times. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to resonate emotionally, despite its occasional superficiality and mixed storytelling quality.

    • “I am emotionally invested in this game.”
    • “This game was an emotional roller coaster, honestly.”
    • “Have been going through a tough time in life, and this visual novel made me feel good and hopeful about what life has for me.”
    • “Boring story, nothingburger themes, good visuals and nice soundtrack; there are many more mediocre visual novels out there that aren't free.”
    • “- boring story”
    • “- boring storyline”
  • humor
    50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable, featuring clever dialogue, meme references, and 4th wall breaks. However, others criticize it as bland and overly reliant on clichés, with some moments feeling pretentious or repetitive. Overall, while many appreciate the humor's depth and its ability to evoke laughter, opinions vary widely on its effectiveness and originality.

    • “Wholesome, enjoyable, funny, and surprisingly deep.”
    • “Funny dialogue, meme references, and motivational quotes, delivered by a moe girl.”
    • “So many hilarious subtle jokes with a thick plotline.”
  • character development
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is widely criticized, with many reviewers noting a complete lack of meaningful growth or connection to the characters, despite their appealing designs. Interactions are described as unrealistic and bland, with any development feeling rushed and forced towards the end of the story. Overall, while the character designs and artwork receive praise, the narrative fails to deliver a satisfying depth in character arcs.

    • “The backgrounds, character designs, and expressions are all great, and at a pretty high resolution to boot.”
    • “I really like that the crew putting out games like Moe Era and Everlasting Summer put so much work into plot, character development, and replayability - without trying too hard to sell on some grand idea.”
    • “I love the character design, original soundtracks, and the overall artwork.”
    • “There is a complete lack of character development; no characters are actually developed, and I felt no connection towards them despite having a few hours into the game. The interactions between the characters are so vividly unrealistic that it's nearly certain the developer has never been on a date, considering how vastly inaccurate and wildly out of proportion the reactions were.”
    • “It doesn't have any character development and plot as a whole.”
    • “All of the character development is rushed and happens mainly in the later portions of the story.”
  • gameplay
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally described as simplistic, often resembling traditional visual novel mechanics, with some players noting a lack of depth and clarity in choices that impact the game. While some found the experience enjoyable and worth the time, others criticized the minimal gameplay and lack of substantial story elements. Overall, it appeals primarily to fans of dating sims, but expectations should be tempered regarding gameplay complexity and duration.

    • “Tl:dr, it's a really interesting ride and was worth the 4-hour gameplay!”
    • “A lot of choices that actually impact the gameplay, but it's kind of hard to know exactly what they do because they're a little cryptic and not obvious.”
    • “Amazing graphics and gameplay, really cute and well-made characters (my favorite is Nanna).”
    • “I beat the game in 1.6 hours, so don't expect a lot of gameplay here.”
    • “There is no real gameplay here.”
    • “No gameplay, no plot.”
  • atmosphere
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is a mixed bag, with some scenes praised for their excellence while others feel generic or pandering. Many players appreciate the relaxing and charming ambiance, enhanced by extraordinary music and art, though some find the tonal shifts jarring. Overall, the game successfully creates a visually appealing and atmospheric experience, despite some criticisms regarding its execution and depth.

    • “This visual novel puts you in a good and relaxing atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere and music are extraordinary, the concept is great, and the art/design is pleasant.”
    • “A simple, but atmospheric and relaxing game with a fairly nuanced inspection of people's motivations and goals in life.”
    • “At first it seems like the creators are painting a particular atmosphere for the game, but soon it becomes apparent that it's merely pandering.”
    • “Well, the idea and the atmosphere is charming but the approach may be a little too straightforward.”
    • “The atmosphere and music is extraordinary, the concept is great (although I was not personally pleased with the end, more specifically how it was executed) and the art/design is pleasant.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players consistently express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it feels like a second job or life is necessary to keep up with the demands.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report significant stability issues, highlighting frequent glitches and unusual graphics that detract from the overall experience.

    • “The glitches are frustrating, with edgy and strange graphics that detract from the overall experience.”
    • “The game is plagued by glitches, resulting in odd and unsettling graphics.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users consistently highlight the game’s higher replay value, indicating that it offers engaging content and experiences that encourage multiple playthroughs.

    • “This game offers a higher replay value, keeping me engaged for hours.”
    • “The higher replay value makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “With its higher replay value, I find myself coming back to this game time and again.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game's optimization is poor, particularly on Linux systems, even when equipped with decent hardware specifications.

    • “I'm running a Linux PC with a decent CPU, GPU, and memory, but the game optimization is awful.”

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6h Median play time
8h Average play time
4-11h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 14 analyzed playthroughs

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