Newton and the Apple Tree
- August 15, 2018
- Laplacian
"Newton and the Apple Tree" is a single-player erotic visual novel game with an intriguing story and good graphics. Players follow Syuji Asanaga and Yotsuko Utakane as they travel through time to the 17th century and meet a young Isaac Newton. The game is filled with humor and emotional moments.
PC
Reviews
- Engaging and unique story that combines time travel with historical figures, particularly Isaac Newton as a cute anime girl.
- High-quality art and voice acting, with a well-composed soundtrack that enhances both comedic and dramatic moments.
- Multiple routes with distinct endings, allowing players to explore different character relationships and experiences.
- Inconsistent character development and pacing, leading to rushed romances and underwhelming conclusions in some routes.
- Technical issues such as low resolution, awkward cutscene transitions, and occasional voice acting inconsistencies.
- The price point feels high for the content provided, with some players suggesting it would be better suited for a sale.
- story91 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story is a well-crafted blend of time travel and romance, featuring unique characters and engaging plot twists, particularly around the historical figure of Isaac Newton. While some reviewers noted pacing issues and a lack of depth in character development, many praised the narrative's creativity and emotional impact, with a satisfying conclusion that ties together the various story routes. Overall, it offers a memorable experience, though it may not reach the complexity of other visual novels in the genre.
“A story about time travel and all its complications and limitations are well done in my opinion; the story feels like there is actually no true ending.”
“Newton and the apple tree takes true events from the 17th century and adds tons of twists to create a whole new story, including Newton actually being an anime girl, time travel, time paradox, etc. Basically, the main character and his childhood friend accidentally change the past in a way that, due to the butterfly effect and domino effect, ends up changing and destroying the present he knows, and now it's up to him to find a way to reverse that change to restore the future.”
“The story is exciting and wonderful, the heroines are unique and well written, and the ending left me feeling like the story had truly ended exactly the way it should have, when it should have.”
“However, the story and its pacing are all over the place, the consistency of our protagonist and heroines isn't good, and the atmosphere is outright weird...”
“To simply put, it was a case of the story getting violated by the author himself.”
“The main point of my criticisms comes from the story not having enough time to really flesh itself out.”
- music16 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many reviewers praising its ability to enhance both dramatic and comedic moments. The soundtrack features a mix of spirited and emotional tracks that fit the game's various scenes, contributing to an immersive experience. While some found the music average, others highlighted standout themes and expressed satisfaction with the overall sound design, making it a notable aspect of the game.
“Don't sleep on the soundtrack; they used it so well in dramatic and comedic situations.”
“And on top of an interesting storyline are refined art and well-composed soundtracks; they're all emotional and fit the whole situation.”
“The music is average and fitting both for the calm and more serious scenes.”
“The music is usually pretty spirited and interesting - one of the main tracks has something that sounds like (to my uneducated ear) bagpipes.”
“The music fits each situation pretty well.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their attractive art style, featuring a vintage flair and contributions from renowned artists known for their work in 18+ visual novels. Reviewers highlight the beautiful character designs, plentiful CGs, and the impressive use of animated videos, which enhance the overall visual experience and contribute to a sense of immersion in the storytelling. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout aspect, earning a perfect score from some players.
“Graphically, the game features a nice art style with a somewhat vintage flair in 720p.”
“I was really excited when I saw this visual novel getting its American release, with its attractive art style and lovable designs; I was sold.”
“What stood out to me in terms of visuals is the nice artwork and CG, along with the videos that played, which you don't see a lot with visual novels because it requires much more effort than just using sprites.”
“Did I mention that the art style is above decent?”
“Graphical & technical quality”
“Artworks are created by a group of famous artists, noticeably Bekotarou, Pellet, and Shimofuri, who are known for crafting art of adorable, attractive, and fetishized females mainly for 18+ visual novels.”
- humor11 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is a blend of lighthearted and adult themes, featuring quirky character interactions and amusing on-screen movements that keep the tone jovial despite deeper emotional undertones. Players appreciate the clever use of humor, including self-aware options like renaming the program to "notepad," and find the comedic elements refreshing compared to typical anime tropes. Overall, the humor ranges from silly and over-the-top to sincere and touching, making it an engaging aspect of the experience.
“Newton and the apple tree is a story with its usual share of silly, humorous moments not holding back on showing its adult roots with a lighthearted appearance that can go quite serious into the deep, emotional path of reverse time travel and its consequences.”
“Had me laughing and caught off guard by many over-the-top scenes... even some of the humorous ones were quite funny.”
“But don't get me wrong, their interactions and personality, outside of romance, are pretty funny and entertaining.”
- emotional9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of "Newton and the Apple Tree" is highlighted by its blend of lighthearted humor and deep, poignant moments, particularly through the themes of reverse time travel and its consequences. Reviewers note that the narrative is both touching and heartbreaking, with a well-crafted soundtrack and art that enhance the emotional experience. Many readers found it deeply moving, with some even expressing that it evoked strong tears, making it a standout in the visual novel genre for its ability to connect with players on an emotional level.
“Newton and the apple tree is a story with its usual share of silly, humorous moments not holding back on showing its adult roots with a lighthearted appearance that can go quite serious into the deep, emotional path of reverse time travel and its consequences.”
“At times, it is lighthearted, funny, and jovial, and at others, it is touching and sincere, as well as incredibly heavy and heartbreaking.”
“There have been a few visual novels I've read that made me shed a tear or two, but this is one of the few (alongside Clannad and Muv-Luv) where I've had to put in real effort to not start sobbing.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by standard visual novel mechanics, primarily involving choice selection, which contributes to a well-crafted romantic narrative filled with emotional depth and engaging interactions. While the gameplay is less complex, it is complemented by a pleasant soundtrack and appealing character graphics, making it a recommended experience for fans of the genre.
“In conclusion, I would recommend this visual novel to anyone who is interested in a well-refined romantic story filled with emotional depth, featuring less complex gameplay while enjoying a nice soundtrack and beautiful CGs.”
“The mechanics are the bog standard for visual novels - you just pick choices.”
“That explains my gameplay record.”
- character development3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is notably strong, with heroines possessing distinct personalities and story arcs, while the protagonist is well-rounded with a compelling backstory. However, some reviews indicate that despite the engaging narrative, certain aspects of character development may feel limited due to the game's short runtime. Overall, the character development is rated highly, with some reviewers giving it a perfect score.
“The heroines, despite being labeled as 'airheads' on the shop page, have uniquely different personalities, story involvement, and problems to focus on with their routes. The side characters aren't too over the top, and the protagonist goes beyond the average stereotype, having his own backstory and character development, as well as a face that's shown quite often throughout the game.”
“Character development 10/10”
“A visual novel with a highly engaging story involving time travel and the father of modern science, only held back by a very short runtime and poor character development.”
“The heroines - even though all titled some sort of 'airhead' on the shop page - have uniquely different personalities, story involvement and problems to focus on with their route, the side characters aren't too over the top and the protagonist goes beyond the average douche, having his own backstory and character development, as well as a face that's shown quite often throughout the game.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is described as inconsistent and strange, with some reviewers noting a mismatch between the story's pacing and character development. However, others appreciate the synergy between the characters and the soundtrack, suggesting that the overall ambiance can enhance the experience despite its flaws.
“The characters and the atmosphere you are placed in match the soundtrack very well.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with every detail.”
“The haunting ambiance and stunning visuals create a captivating experience that lingers long after playing.”
“However, the story and its pacing are all over the place, the consistency of our protagonist and heroines isn't good, and the atmosphere is outright weird.”
