My Dear Prince
- April 30, 2021
- ebi-hime
A sweet and light yuri story about an airheaded daydreamer and a tomboy set on a quaint Japanese island filled with cute bunnies.
Reviews
- The game features a diverse cast of cute characters with distinct personalities, making it enjoyable and relatable.
- The art and music are well-crafted, enhancing the overall experience with beautiful backgrounds and fitting soundtracks.
- It's a heartwarming and fun yuri visual novel that successfully balances fluff and humor, providing a light and relaxing read.
- The story can feel repetitive and relies heavily on typical anime tropes, which may not appeal to everyone.
- Some characters, particularly the main protagonist, are portrayed in a way that can come off as unlikable or overly flawed, leading to discomfort.
- The lack of choices and branching paths may disappoint players looking for a more interactive experience.
- story35 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The story is a light-hearted, linear visual novel centered around a wholesome yuri romance between two girls, Momoka and Aoi, featuring a diverse cast that embodies typical anime tropes. While it lacks tension and choices, the narrative unfolds through charming interactions and comedic moments, ultimately focusing on the development of their relationship. Despite some criticisms regarding character stereotypes and pacing, many reviewers found the writing engaging and the overall experience heartwarming and enjoyable.
“The story unfolds brilliantly through Momoka, Aoi, and the people they encounter as the days progress.”
“This is a very wholesome and cute love story between two innocent girls that happen to have their first loves with each other.”
“Sweet, cute, touching story!”
“The story's cast of characters tends to fit into generic anime tropes.”
“It's a linear story with no branches or choices.”
“The main antagonist characters could have had a much smaller presence within the story without much of value being lost – their redemption arcs are not really earned or convincing.”
- emotional11 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of "My Dear Prince" is characterized by its heartwarming and wholesome narrative, focusing on the innocent love between two girls. Reviewers appreciate the touching storytelling and solid writing, noting that while it includes romantic clichés, it ultimately delivers a sweet and meaningful experience without being overly sentimental. The balance of cute moments and genuine emotion makes it a recommended read for fans of yuri visual novels.
“It's very sweet and heartwarming, but not so overly fluffy that it's suffocating in cuteness.”
“My Dear Prince was a heartwarming read that I'd recommend to fans of high-quality romance visual novels.”
“This is a very wholesome and cute love story between two innocent girls that happen to have their first loves with each other.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as cheerful and fitting for the events, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users find it repetitive and not particularly memorable, with mixed opinions on its quality. Overall, while the soundtrack contributes positively to the atmosphere, it may lack lasting impact.
“Background music is well suited to the events, making the experience more joyful and fun.”
“The cast of characters is very cute and diverse; the art and music are fun too.”
“I really quite liked the art, and the music is also quite fitting overall.”
“If I have one complaint, it's that the music starts to feel repetitive after a while.”
“The art and soundtrack I won't write much about, as they're just... okay.”
“The music is also quite fitting overall, but it doesn't stand out.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their top-notch visuals and great art style, contributing significantly to the game's charm and atmosphere. The unique decision to make the character Mikan mute enhances the overall aesthetic, though some players wish for even more elaborate rabbit-themed visuals in outdoor scenes.
“It is worthwhile to mention that visuals and sounds are top notch.”
“The art style is great, and the idea to make Mikan mute was ingenious.”
“The entire charm and atmosphere is pretty easy to imagine if you just look at the art and think about what would fit the art style.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making them feel lifeless.”
“The environments are bland and uninspired, failing to create an immersive experience.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the visuals, including beautiful backgrounds and high-quality character designs, are praised, there is little mention of depth or progression in character development, suggesting that the focus may be more on aesthetics than on evolving narratives or character arcs.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight that the game's atmosphere is effectively conveyed through its art style, allowing players to easily envision the overall charm and ambiance.
“The entire charm and atmosphere is easy to imagine when you look at the art and consider what fits the art style.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with every detail.”
“The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the visuals, creating a captivating and eerie atmosphere.”
“The entire charm and atmosphere is pretty easy to imagine if you just look at the art and think about what would fit the art style.”
“The game lacks a cohesive atmosphere, making it feel disjointed and uninspired.”
“Despite the potential for a rich atmosphere, the execution falls flat, leaving the world feeling empty and lifeless.”