No Random Novels
- November 17, 2022
- Indigo
- 8h median play time
Get on SteamI woke up in a BL novel? The Story of Taeran's Struggle to Escape Fiction BL Ren'ai Simulation "No Random Novels"
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features cute and fun writing, with interesting characters and beautiful art that many players enjoyed.
- It offers a lighthearted experience that allows players to relax and enjoy the story without needing to think too deeply.
- The game is DRM-free, which is appreciated by players who value ownership and flexibility in their gaming experience.
- The game suffers from numerous typos and a lack of polish, making it feel rushed and unrefined for its price point.
- Character development and route branching are minimal, leading to a repetitive experience where choices feel inconsequential.
- The user interface is clunky and lacks common shortcuts, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
- story13 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The story is generally described as cute and interesting, with engaging characters, but lacks significant branching or impactful player choices, leading to a predictable narrative. While some players enjoyed the humor and unique isekai elements, many expressed a desire for a longer story and deeper character development. Overall, the narrative is seen as simple and enjoyable, but could benefit from more complexity and variation.
“The story was interesting, and I wish the game was a bit longer.”
“The story and characters are interesting and cute!”
“After all, the story is really interesting and funny!”
“The choices you make as the player have such little influence on the story it's almost comical.”
“On my first run, I thought my chosen love interest had an actual influence on the story, but on my second run I realized that couldn't be further from the truth.”
“There isn't really plot branching, so if you played a route you basically know what happens in the plot.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it cute and lighthearted, contributing to an enjoyable experience. However, some technical issues, such as incorrect character names and duplicated lines, occasionally detract from the comedic effect. Overall, the story's charm and humor shine through, making it a fun addition to the genre.
“After all, the story is really interesting and funny!”
“It was super cute and funny, very lighthearted.”
“- super cute, funny, and it's an isekai story (very rare for English BL games) so why not?”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a unique "cheat" mechanic that allows players to see how their choices will impact point allocation, enhancing strategic decision-making.
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a unique 'cheat' mechanic that allows players to see how their choices will impact the point system.”
“I love how the gameplay encourages strategic thinking, making every decision feel meaningful and impactful.”
“The mechanics are intuitive and the pacing keeps you on your toes, ensuring that every moment is filled with excitement.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“There is a 'cheat' mechanic in the game where for every choice, you can click a button to see which response will add points to.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while the character development in this visual novel is engaging, it may require further refinement compared to other titles in the genre, particularly in relation to the story's conclusion.
“Compared to other visual novel games, the story endings and character development could use more refinement.”
“The character development feels shallow and lacks the depth needed to make the story engaging.”
“I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, which detracted from my overall experience.”
