NekoMiko

NekoMiko is a single-player Visual Novel game with an intriguing story and amazing visuals, set in Akihabara. The player becomes the unfortunate main character who lives with two cat-eared shrine maidens, Ayame and Kaede, and experiences a slightly dirty-minded and eventful cohabitation life, accompanied by a good soundtrack. Overall, it's a wholesome story of a unique living arrangement.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 182 reviews

story25 positive mentions

Charming and heartwarming story with cute characters, particularly the catgirl shrine maidens.
High-quality art and animations using the E-mote system, enhancing the visual experience.
Engaging gameplay with multiple endings and a free 18+ patch available for added content.

The story is relatively short, taking only about 3-4 hours to complete, which may leave players wanting more.
Translation issues and grammatical errors detract from the overall experience.
Rushed romance and lack of character development can make it difficult to feel invested in the relationships.

story
71 mentions
35 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The story of the game is generally described as lighthearted and charming, focusing on the relationship between the main character and two catgirl shrine maidens. While the plot is considered basic and somewhat generic, it is engaging enough to keep players interested, with heartwarming moments and quality character design. Overall, the narrative is enjoyable for those seeking a casual, feel-good experience, despite its brevity and lack of depth.
- “The story is about the relationship between the main character and the two shrine priestesses and how it changes as time goes on, and, hopefully, changing his awful luck.”
- “Nekomiko is a funny heartwarming story about a guy that's down on his luck, until two adorable catgirl shrine maidens invade his life and fill it with silly and sexy antics.”
- “Overall, great enjoyable game with an amazing story and characters, and difficult decisions that'll put your feelings to the test.”
- “The plot of this game is really basic.”
- “Story is a bit bland.”
- “The length of the story is rather short and even at a rather slow pace each ending will only take about an hour and a half to two hours to each and there are four endings in total with the other endings likely having a few sequences you'd skip through bringing the total playtime to view them all as pretty short.”
graphics
18 mentions
61 % positive mentions
22 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their smooth and beautiful artwork, with high-quality character designs and animations that enhance the overall experience. Players find the visuals charming and aesthetically pleasing, often describing them as breathtaking and well-executed, contributing significantly to the game's appeal. The art style, combined with pleasant backgrounds and effective use of color, makes it a standout feature, even if some players note the gameplay is relatively short.
- “This game is charming and the art style is well done.”
- “The animations on the characters were really well done, and they are fully animated as well. Looking at the art style was nice as well.”
- “Also, most of the music sucks, not gonna lie, but the visuals are neat.”
- “Speaking of graphics, the graphics are really pretty, and looking at them in every single area was always breathtaking.”
- “So do I want to recommend this game for everyone? Well, kinda... if you prefer the art style over short gameplay, then this is for you (buy this when it's on sale).”
emotional
13 mentions
92 % positive mentions
-15 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its heartwarming and wholesome interactions between characters, often evoking strong feelings and even tears from players. While some reviews note that it may not be deeply emotional, the overall sentiment is that the game provides a fulfilling and comforting experience, particularly for those who enjoy lighthearted stories featuring charming characters.
- “The storylines are heartwarming and it will fulfill your loneliness in a nutshell.”
- “This game is so emotional I used 3 boxes of tissue.”
- “An uncomfortably wholesome adventure.”
- “The story felt incredibly dull and failed to evoke any emotional response.”
- “I found the narrative to be unengaging, lacking the depth needed to connect with the characters.”
- “The emotional moments fell flat, leaving me feeling indifferent rather than moved.”
gameplay
11 mentions
27 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this visual novel centers around decision-making, allowing players to influence one of four different endings based on their choices. While the mechanics are straightforward and can be played one-handed, the overall experience is relatively short, lasting only 3 to 4 hours, which may leave some players wanting more. The game is recommended for those who appreciate its art style and are comfortable with its brevity.
- “The game features four different endings, which depend on the choices the player makes.”
- “This game has a mechanic based on decision-making that affects which ending the player gets.”
- “Talking about gameplay in a visual novel can sound ridiculous, but gameplay, as I understand it, is the interaction between the player and the different mechanics of the game.”
- “The gameplay is very simple; you just spend your time watching the dialogue and making choices that could affect your ending.”
- “But the game is too short; it's like 3 to 4 hours of gameplay, and I wish it could be longer than that.”
- “So do I want to recommend this game for everyone? Well, kinda... if you prefer the art style over short gameplay, then this is for you (buy this when it's on sale).”
music
9 mentions
78 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
22 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the soundtrack as fantastic and well-integrated with the story, while others find it repetitive and lacking in quality. Overall, the sound design is noted as a weak point, but certain pieces of the original soundtrack stand out positively. Visuals are consistently highlighted as a strong aspect, often overshadowing the music's shortcomings.
- “The art is pretty and the music is great.”
- “Some pieces in the OST are rather nice, and I can't say anything bad about the overall music usage.”
- “Of great quality, the live 2D looks expensive, and the music is fantastic.”
- “However, the sound design is lacking and the soundtrack is repetitive in various places.”
- “Also, most of the music is subpar, not gonna lie, but the visuals are neat.”
character development
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
-20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is generally perceived as static, yet the characters are well-written and engaging, contributing to an immersive experience. The high-quality character design and voice acting enhance the storytelling, making interactions feel authentic, while the lighthearted narrative and tasteful fan service add to the overall appeal.
- “Probably one of the best visual novels I have ever played, not just because of the great story and character development, but also because of the characters' movements and voice acting, as it actually feels like you are interacting with real people.”
- “Character design and voice acting are high quality, the story is lighthearted, and there is some fan service (but nothing too graphic or gross).”
- “The character design is absolutely well done; gotta shout out to the artist who made this beautiful art.”
- “The characters in this game are rather static in terms of character development, but that doesn't mean they are poorly written.”
- “Character design and voice acting are high quality, but the character development feels lacking.”
- “While the character design is absolutely well done, the overall character development leaves much to be desired.”
humor
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Nekomiko" is characterized by its lighthearted and heartwarming moments, featuring two quirky catgirl shrine maidens who bring laughter and joy to the protagonist's life. Players appreciate the blend of silly antics and comedic situations, which contribute to an overall enjoyable and amusing narrative.
- “The story is funny and heartwarming.”
- “It had some funny moments that just made me laugh at times.”
- “Nekomiko is a funny heartwarming story about a guy that's down on his luck, until 2 adorable catgirl shrine maidens invade his life and fill it with silly and sexy antics.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of "Neko Miko" is characterized as relaxed and pleasant, drawing comparisons to "Love's Sweet Garnish" for its similar vibe. Additionally, players appreciate the game's chilly ambiance, which adds to its overall appeal.
- “If I had to compare Neko Miko to any other visual novel, I would choose Love's Sweet Garnish, which, while having a longer and slightly more complex story, also has a similar relaxed atmosphere of niceness.”
- “The atmosphere in this game is really chilly, and it is actually amazing.”