NEKO-MIMI SWEET HOUSEMATES Vol. 1
- April 8, 2022
- Animal Herb
Get on SteamIn "NEKO-MIMI SWEET HOUSEMATES Vol. 1," you become the master to Mint, a clumsy Cherubim, who becomes your girlfriend and tries to repay you by cooking, albeit unsuccessfully. Soon, Mint's over-the-top flirtatious half-demon friend, Lily, moves in as well. This single route, kinetic visual novel follows Mint's heartwarming and comedic story about her life with you.
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Reviews
- The art style and character designs are charming and well-executed, with a unique emote system that enhances dialogue.
- The voice acting is generally well done, contributing to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- The game offers a lighthearted and entertaining experience, with a mix of humor and drama that culminates in a happy ending.
- The writing feels amateurish, with issues in story flow and character development, particularly in the pacing of romantic elements.
- Some interactive models are considered poorly designed compared to the character CGs, which detracts from the visual experience.
- Players cannot revisit certain scenes unless they saved at that point, which can be frustrating for those wanting to explore different outcomes.
- story20 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The story is described as a cute and funny angel-neko narrative that starts off with a generic premise but intensifies towards the end. While the characters are well-written, their relationships can feel disjointed, particularly with the unpredictable placement of adult scenes. Overall, the storyline is polished and touching, though some reviewers noted issues with forced drama and lack of serious consequences for taboo topics.
“The storyline is also well written and polished.”
“Story is pretty touching.”
“The characters are cute and well-written, yet their relationships seemed a little bit off, especially if the game has the 18+ patch installed - h-scenes occurred in totally unpredictable points of the story, except for the last one.”
“Forced drama with plot convenience solutions; despite emphasizing taboo topics over and over, there weren’t any serious repercussions.”
“As for the story - it is a little bit strange in the beginning (generic Japanese-style 'girl-in-distress-lying-fainted-near-mc's-apartment'), but it grows intense in the end.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their unique and appealing art style, particularly the character designs. Reviewers express optimism for future installments, highlighting the potential for improvement while appreciating the current visual presentation and emote system.
“This game is quite lovely as far as art style goes.”
“First of all, the game attracted me with a peculiar art style - I like the design of all characters.”
“From my personal experience in many episodic series, volume 1 usually is the worst, and the potential for a better sequel is still there, so I will keep my hope since I do like the art style and the emote system.”
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players praise the soundtrack as outstanding and energetic, others find it to be average and unremarkable. Overall, the music is a highlight for some, but not universally acclaimed.
“The soundtrack is great.”
“The music is absolutely fantastic!”
“The writing and music are so-so, nothing remarkable.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its cute and whimsical storytelling, featuring an angel-neko theme that elicits both laughter and emotional responses. Players find the blend of romance and comedy engaging, making for a delightful experience that balances humor with heartfelt moments.
“A short, very cute romance visual novel that had me crying and laughing throughout.”
“Cute and funny angel-neko story ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)”
- emotional2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching story, which resonates deeply with players.
“The story is incredibly touching.”
“The narrative evokes deep emotions and resonates with the heart.”
“I was moved to tears by the emotional depth of the characters.”
