My Heart Grows Fonder
- November 11, 2019
- Zetsubou
Get on Steam"My Heart Grows Fonder" is a narrative-driven game that explores the complexities of relationships and forgiveness. Cassius, the protagonist, is forced to confront his past when his ex-girlfriend, Maia, suddenly reappears after years of no contact. With his best friend Ava also in the mix, Cassius must navigate his complicated emotions and decide if he can truly forgive and move forward.
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Reviews
- The character writing is strong, with engaging interactions and conflicts that keep players interested.
- The art and music are well-executed, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience.
- The story, while simple, is enjoyable and offers a unique perspective on adult relationships and reunions.
- Some character actions, particularly those of Maia and Ava, can feel frustrating and poorly timed, leading to a lack of emotional impact.
- The plot may lack depth due to the ex-girlfriend's legitimate reasons for leaving, which diminishes the expected drama.
- There are limited choices available, which may leave players wanting more agency in the story.
- story24 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players initially finding it lacking but later appreciating its depth and character development, especially after key revelations. While the narrative is described as simple and not groundbreaking, it effectively engages players with relatable themes and character interactions, making it enjoyable overall. However, some critiques mention a desire for more choices and occasional repetitive dialogue.
“Playing through it, I liked the story and characters. I felt that there was good character writing and the main conflicts kept me interested, and the recent update added even more to that.”
“The story and how the characters interact with each other drew me in.”
“The heart grows fonder is a very interesting story to say the least, one full of serious heavy family matters that can happen in real life. After all, we don't get to pick or choose our families, but it does have a few laughs along the way.”
“At first, I was really enraged with the 'dumb story.'”
“Overall, not too bad a story and choices and plots; definitely not a bad story to read. The only complaint I might have is that the dialogue repeats a bit too much to confirm himself as the main character.”
“I don't think the h-scenes contribute much to the story, especially with Maia.”
- music4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for enhancing the overall experience, complementing the good writing and artwork. Reviewers appreciate its contribution to the game's atmosphere, leading to a positive reception overall.
“The writing is good nonetheless, as is the art and the music, so all in all it's a thumbs up.”
“The look and feel of the game is enhanced by the nice artwork and music.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their appealing visuals and artistic design, which effectively complement the storytelling. The overall look and feel, enhanced by the music, contribute to a positive gaming experience.
“It tells its story nicely while having beautiful visuals and a couple of choices.”
“The look and feel of the game are impressive, featuring nice artwork and music.”
