Omni Link

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Omni Link is a single player action adventure game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Roencia and was released on September 4, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Omni Link" is a visually-rich interactive novel that combines gameplay and dialogue choices to create a personalized experience. After a mission for Zaos Corporation, you encounter an alien vessel with a powerful A.I., Ectype D-7, who can absorb and duplicate ships using Omni Link. As a mysterious threat known as "The Virus" emerges, you must use your abilities to confront this enemy and save the galaxy from destruction.

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Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

story29 positive mentions

The art and character designs are beautiful, with a unique manga style that enhances the visual experience.
The story is engaging and well-written, featuring relatable characters and emotional moments that resonate with players.
The gameplay offers a mix of visual novel elements and space combat, providing depth and variety to the overall experience.

The writing suffers from numerous spelling and grammar issues, detracting from the overall quality of the narrative.
The gameplay mechanics can feel clunky and unbalanced, with some players finding the combat too easy or unintuitive.
The user interface is limiting, lacking options for settings and story pathing, which can hinder the player's experience.

story
55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its engaging narrative, well-developed characters, and beautiful art, while others criticize it for clichés, lack of proofreading, and limited story pathing. Many players found the story enjoyable and worth experiencing, particularly for fans of sci-fi, though some noted that it could be confusing at times and would benefit from more side quests. Overall, the narrative is seen as a strong aspect of the game, despite some flaws.
- “Well thought out and engaging story.”
- “The story and characters caught my attention swiftly; the soundtrack, while not expansive, is also beautiful.”
- “On the big plus side, the story is where the game shines, and the characters are really well done and feel like you can connect to them.”
- “The writing leaves a bit to be desired, and the plot didn't hook me from the start, so I don't plan on continuing, but I could see a sci-fi fan loving it!”
- “Lack of options for story pathing.”
- “The story is a little confusing in places and the save system could have been better.”
music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many users praising its beauty and emotional impact, often highlighting it as a standout feature. While the soundtrack may not be extensive, it is described as memorable and enjoyable, complementing the game's art and storytelling effectively. Some players expressed a desire for additional content, such as a soundtrack add-on, to further appreciate the music.
- “Good writing, memorable characters, beautiful art and music; the songs are on their own level (a real pleasure to the ears).”
- “The story and characters caught my attention swiftly; the soundtrack, while not expansive, is also beautiful.”
- “And the more I got into this game, the more I was stunned by the beautiful art, amazing music, and exciting story!”
- “Sound design is good, but sometimes there is no music or sound, and it only switches on again after a few minutes.”
- “I wish there was an add-on with the vocal tracks and some concept art for the soundtrack.”
- “Something I would like to have as DLC is the song from the trailer along with all soundtracks and an art book.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its depth and integration with the story, while others criticize it as being overly simplistic and feeling like an afterthought, particularly in its limited interactive elements. Many enjoyed the visual novel aspects and character designs, but some expressed disappointment with the gameplay's brevity and lack of meaningful choices. Overall, while the game has its flaws, it is praised for its art and engaging narrative.
- “The art is gorgeous, the story engaging, and the gameplay is satisfying in both depth and challenge.”
- “I ended up loving it, the character designs, the fleet-based gameplay, and the simple but cute story.”
- “Furthermore, the gameplay portion of the game really helps accent the story.”
- “Gameplay of Omni Link is quite the mixture of feelings.”
- “It was wholly a visual novel with some very minor 'ship movement' gameplay (so minor you couldn't even summon other ships, you just did what you were told which took a grand total of 5 minutes), so the chapter was just an exercise of 'how fast can you read.' I experienced the game twice, just to find out the ending was crap.”
- “Would prefer a little more choice-based interaction to balance out the gameplay.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the visual novel portion are noted to be impressive, but overall, the game's visuals suffer from poor ship design and a subpar interface, leading to a frustrating user experience. Despite these shortcomings, the art style has attracted some players, particularly those interested in the romance aspect.
- “On its own, the graphics of the visual novel part do stand out.”
- “And when I saw the romance tag on this work, together with the art style the author has, it made me purchase this game regardless of being in early access.”
- “Graphics are abysmal, ship design is absent, interface design is awful, UX is horrifying, and ships generally handle like giant bags of rocks with paper armor, even on easy difficulty.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is highlighted as a standout feature, with users appreciating the charming character designs and engaging fleet-based gameplay. The inclusion of manga-style inserts adds depth to the narrative, enhancing the overall experience.
- “I ended up loving it; the character designs, the fleet-based gameplay, and the simple but cute story.”
- “This is really the greatest part - those little manga inserts and character designs.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its simple combat mechanics, which allow players to focus more on the immersive environment rather than struggling with difficulty. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature that enriches the gaming experience.
- “The atmosphere it produces really enhances the overall experience of the game.”
- “The game's atmosphere is immersive and captivating, drawing players into its world.”
- “The ambiance created by the visuals and sound design truly elevates the gameplay experience.”
humor
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The humor in the game effectively engages players, often eliciting laughter and smiles through well-developed characters and witty scenarios.
- “I often found myself laughing or smiling at things, and the game really does well at drawing you into the characters.”
- “The humor is spot on, with clever writing that keeps you engaged and entertained throughout.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations and witty dialogue to create a lighthearted atmosphere.”