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NEKO-NIN exHeart

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90%Game Brain Score
story, music
gameplay, replayability
92% User Score Based on 224 reviews
Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

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NEKO-NIN exHeart is a single player casual simulation game with a erotic theme. It was developed by Whirlpool and was released on April 21, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

Japan. From time immemorial, there are those who possess superhuman abilities. These beings who looked like a cross between man and beast are called Demi-Humans. They acted as Ninja and served those in power. And so time passes to present day—— “We have come from the Fuuma Village to fulfill an ancient contract. To serve you! Nin♪” Yura and Tama. These ninja cats made their dynamic entrance. Thes…

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92%
Audience ScoreBased on 224 reviews
story34 positive mentions
gameplay2 negative mentions
  • Adorable characters and charming artwork that appeal to fans of cat-girl tropes.
  • Light-hearted and humorous storyline that provides a fun and entertaining experience.
  • Good voice acting and sound design that enhance the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • The story is short and lacks depth, with limited choices that do not significantly affect the outcome.
  • Censorship of certain words during adult scenes detracts from the experience for some players.
  • Technical issues such as lag and problems with the Steam overlay can hinder gameplay.
  • story
    123 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in "Neko-nin Exheart" is generally described as short and simplistic, often revolving around lighthearted slice-of-life themes with minimal character development and a linear plot. While some players appreciate the cute characters and charming artwork, many criticize the narrative for lacking depth and engagement, with choices having little impact on the overall outcome. Overall, the game is recommended for those seeking a casual experience rather than a compelling story.

    • “This visual novel brings together adorable characters, lighthearted storytelling, and charming artwork in a captivating package.”
    • “The story of this game is really good; at first, nothing makes sense, you're left wondering what is going on and what the hell you're reading, a good trick to hook you in.”
    • “It's got a very light and fluffy storyline, filled with the heartwarming, cute, and funny tropes you tend to expect from this kind of thing.”
    • “If you are here for the story, I would highly suggest you not to bother with this title at all costs due to how the story is overall a big slice-of-life type with some action happening later on.”
    • “The story for Neko-nin Exheart is not the main selling point; the CGs and H-scenes are.”
    • “The entire story is literally just the two cat girl ninjas misbehaving, asking to be spoiled, and having sexual encounters with the male protagonist, which became irritating as I kept hoping for more substance as the story progressed.”
  • music
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally described as solid and enjoyable, fitting well within the typical anime visual novel style, though it may not stand out significantly. Voice acting is praised for its talent and charm, enhancing the overall experience. While some players found the music relaxing and engaging, others felt it could become repetitive or forgettable over time.

    • “The music was nice and relaxing like most visual novels, allowed me to relax while reading the story and truly got me into the mood.”
    • “Adorable artworks and graphic design; also very lovely music and soundtracks.”
    • “Great art style, great voice acting and good soundtrack with basic and enjoyable background atmosphere.”
    • “Music is solid, but nothing stands out too much.”
    • “Neko-nin exheart also reuses several music tracks from previous Whirlpool game OSTs; the one that's more prominent to me is 放課後スタイル from 鯨神のティアスティラ (Kujira-gami no Tearstilla).”
    • “Music got on my nerves pretty quickly.”
  • humor
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its likable and hilarious characters, particularly the cute ninja nekos, and a lighthearted storyline filled with funny moments and absurd dialogues. Players appreciate the comedic contrast of explicit content being censored while enjoying the expressive character sprites and amusing interactions, making for a fun and relaxing experience overall. The blend of romantic comedy elements and quirky humor contributes to its charm, despite some players finding parts of it mildly tedious.

    • “The characters are hilarious and likeable.”
    • “Fun story and good humor throughout.”
    • “It's got a very light and fluffy storyline, filled with the heartwarming, cute and funny tropes you tend to expect from this kind of thing.”
  • graphics
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in this visual novel are widely praised for their gorgeous and clean artwork, featuring adorable characters and a charming art style that enhances the lighthearted storytelling. Players appreciate the vibrant visuals and character design, which contribute to an enjoyable gaming experience, although some feel the overall story could be stronger. The game also benefits from good voice acting and a pleasant soundtrack, complementing the appealing graphics.

    • “The graphics are gorgeous.”
    • “This visual novel brings together adorable characters, lighthearted storytelling, and charming artwork in a captivating package.”
    • “The artwork is unbelievably adorable, and the art style fits the story perfectly.”
    • “While the artwork is decent enough, and I appreciate that it has a 16:9 resolution over the unfortunately more common 4:3 resolution, that isn't enough to make up for what I think is one of the big selling points for visual novels, which is the story.”
    • “The graphics are underwhelming and fail to create an immersive experience, leaving the overall presentation feeling lackluster.”
    • “The character designs lack detail and depth, making it hard to connect with them on an emotional level.”
  • emotional
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of this game is characterized by its heartwarming and wholesome narrative, featuring charming interactions among the protagonist and lovable characters, particularly the ninja girls and catgirls. Reviewers highlight the light and fluffy storyline, making it a pleasant experience for those seeking a feel-good visual novel without complex themes. Overall, it is recommended for players looking for a delightful and uplifting gaming experience.

    • “The interactions and camaraderie between the protagonist and the lovable ninja girls are heartwarming and entertaining.”
    • “Heart is sore from how wholesome this one was.”
    • “I recommend this visual novel if you want to read something heartwarming and not too complex.”
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is primarily a charming slice-of-life experience with minimal combat elements, though some players noted issues with text being unskippable or skipping new content during multiple playthroughs. Overall, it offers a lighthearted narrative with engaging storytelling.

    • “Most of the gameplay is presented as a cute slice of life story, with a few light fight scenes.”
    • “Most of the gameplay is presented as a cute slice of life story, with few light fight scenes.”
    • “A tiny flaw during the experienced gameplay I happened to come upon was the fact that some of the read text was not skippable; conversely, while taking another choice during the second playthrough, it skips through new little content offered by the story.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is still unfolding, with early scenes showcasing high-quality character design but lacking significant growth or depth at this stage. Reviewers appreciate the effort put into the visuals, suggesting that the development may improve as the game progresses.

    • “The character design is top-notch.”
    • “Quality of the scenes is great, and there was a lot of effort put into the character designs.”
    • “Too early scenes in my opinion because I still haven't seen the character development yet (may change after finishing the game).”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by a heartwarming and fluffy aesthetic, enhanced by charming catgirl sprites with twitching ears. Players appreciate the combination of great art style, quality voice acting, and an enjoyable soundtrack that collectively create a pleasant and immersive background ambiance.

    • “As a bonus, the catgirls’ sprites do have twitching ears, a detail that is really heartwarming given the fluffy atmosphere of this game.”
    • “Great art style, great voice acting, and a good soundtrack create a basic yet enjoyable background atmosphere.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has limited replayability due to its short story and minimal impactful decisions, making it more suitable for casual players who enjoy a one-time experience rather than those seeking depth or multiple playthroughs. Players recommend purchasing it on sale for its brief entertainment value.

    • “Also buy this in a sale since the story is rather short and doesn't have replay value.”
    • “It is good, but has little decisions to make (not even sure if it affects the story at all). If you like to just read, this might be good for you... well, if you like to turn your brain off for a couple of hours. I think it has 5 or 6 hours of dialogues; not sure about replayability, get it if it's cheap.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game exhibits some stability issues, noting that it is somewhat buggy.

    • “It's also a little bit buggy.”
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NEKO-NIN exHeart is a casual simulation game with erotic theme.

NEKO-NIN exHeart is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 6 hours playing NEKO-NIN exHeart.

NEKO-NIN exHeart was released on April 21, 2017.

NEKO-NIN exHeart was developed by Whirlpool.

NEKO-NIN exHeart has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

NEKO-NIN exHeart is a single player game.

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