Otaku's Adventure

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Otaku's Adventure is a single player role playing game with romance and comedy themes. It was developed by Spacelight Studio and was released on May 20, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

In Otaku's Adventure, play as a passionate otaku who's dream is to create an animated series. Explore a vibrant, anime-inspired world, meet quirky characters, and complete various tasks to progress through the game. Collect magical artifacts, learn new abilities, and defend against enemies in this unique RPG adventure.

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Audience ScoreBased on 349 reviews

humor75 positive mentions

grinding10 negative mentions

The game is a hilarious and entertaining experience with multiple routes and endings, making it highly replayable.
It combines various gameplay elements, including visual novel, point-and-click, and mini-games, providing a unique and engaging experience.
The quirky English translation adds charm to the game, enhancing its comedic value and making it a fun experience overall.

The English translation is often poor, leading to confusion and detracting from the overall experience.
Some mini-games are frustratingly difficult and can disrupt the flow of the game, making it tedious at times.
The story can feel nonsensical and lacks depth, which may disappoint players looking for a more serious narrative.

humor
75 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its outrageousness and ability to elicit genuine laughter, with many players enjoying its quirky and absurd storylines. While some found the English translation to be poorly executed yet amusing, others noted that the humor shines brightest when experienced in the game's native language. Overall, the game is characterized by its silly moments, unexpected plot twists, and a variety of comedic endings, making it a delightful experience for those who appreciate its unique brand of humor.
- “It's funny and outrageous and doesn't really pull punches. The dialogue could be better, but these games aren't necessarily made for English in mind at the get-go.”
- “I chuckled out loud many times, which for me means that this game was downright hilarious.”
- “A truly funny game with so many themes and some of the craziest plot twists I ever ran into. With the price, in my opinion, it gives tons of fun.”
story
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players praising its engaging, heartwarming, and humorous narrative filled with unexpected twists and multiple branching paths, while others criticize it for being uninteresting or poorly written. The DLC is noted for enhancing the story experience, providing a cinematic ending and additional mini-games that complement the narrative. Overall, the story is seen as entertaining and creative, though it may not appeal to those seeking a serious or coherent plot.
- “It has a very good story full of ups and downs, and the DLC complements it perfectly with an ending worthy of absolute cinema.”
- “As little as the game takes itself seriously, the story is surprisingly heartwarming, and at times heartbreaking.”
- “The core of the game, though, is the story and writing, and I must say that I think it really makes the game shine.”
- “The plot is nonsensical.”
- “I especially don't recommend the game if you are there for a story that makes any sense or if you dislike pixel hunting.”
- “Cons: lazy writing, sexist cliché story, bad translation to English, boring characters, repetitive character design (stolen from other games and animes).”
gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players criticizing broken mechanics, frustrating timing challenges, and a lack of clarity in puzzles, leading to grindy and obscure experiences. However, others appreciate the variety of gameplay styles, engaging storylines, and charming art, highlighting the fun and humor that can be found throughout the game. Overall, while there are significant flaws, many players still find enjoyment in the unique gameplay elements and entertaining scenarios.
- “Great mechanics of the game.”
- “This melding of gameplay elements makes each story path that much more exciting to explore and sets it above many other visual novels in my eyes.”
- “I love the art style and the gameplay mechanics; I played 8 hours straight because I just couldn't stop playing this incredibly funny game.”
- “There are like 3 switches for story, gameplay, and mechanics, and only 2 of them can be opened at the same time.”
- “Or just getting furious at a mechanic that requires you to act in a millisecond or have you guessing the new enemies' movements while dying and hearing the same annoying music all the time.”
- “I didn't come here to play a game with half-assed coded mechanics!”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute, comic-like art style, which enhances the storytelling and emotional portrayal of characters. While some users noted inconsistencies in the artwork, the overall design is considered engaging and well-suited to the game's humorous and entertaining scenarios. The combination of impressive artistic scenes and a simple yet effective graphic style contributes to a visually appealing experience.
- “I love the art style and the gameplay mechanics. I played 8 hours straight because I just really couldn't stop playing this incredibly funny game. Please consider having free time playing this, because you wouldn't want to miss some things.”
- “There are plenty of times when the scenes are artistically impressive. Art styles are changed slightly to change tones and add emotions, and the emotions of the characters are properly portrayed visually.”
- “Graphically, I immensely enjoyed this game’s style.”
- “The artwork is inconsistent and I'm genuinely surprised how many different ways 'human' eyes can be shown.”
- “The graphic is simple yet it suits the story very well.”
- “☼ graphics ☼”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding in the game to be excessive and tedious, particularly in RPG elements and specific character routes, such as Blondie's. While some grinding can be minimized with careful reading, many reviewers express frustration with the lack of fast-forward options and the cumbersome save system, which further exacerbates the grindy experience. Overall, the grinding detracts from the enjoyment of the game, despite its appealing artwork and engaging scenarios.
- “But the route with RPG is a bit too long and grindy.”
- “Blondie's route includes a lot of farming, so I don't suggest doing it as the first route.”
- “The translation is terrible, some of the gameplay is really grindy and obscure trial and error, and there's a lack of options, but I still really enjoyed this game for its ridiculous scenarios and great artwork.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it repetitive and frustrating during challenging gameplay moments. However, many appreciate the soundtrack for its ability to enhance the game's mood, with standout tracks like "Otherworld Winter" being particularly praised for their emotional impact. Overall, while some feel the music could improve, others consider it a highlight of the game, showcasing a strong variety and quality.
- “What I did find that I loved, though, is the music. A lot of it is simple, but it plays well to the mood and setting the game is trying to enhance.”
- “The best one by far, though, is from the DLC, and it convinced me to buy the soundtrack because I liked it enough.”
- “The song 'Otherworld Winter' gave me a special emotion, and I hope others feel the same way.”
- “Or just getting furious at a mechanic where it needs you to act on a millisecond or have you guessing the new enemies' movements while dying and hearing the same dumb music all the time.”
- “- music could be a little bit better”
- “♬ music ♬”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game evokes strong emotions, with players noting its heartwarming and occasionally heartbreaking storylines that can lead to tears. Despite its lighthearted tone and cliche main character, the engaging narratives and replayability contribute to a wholesome experience that resonates deeply with players. However, those seeking a serious plot or emotional romance may find it lacking.
- “As little as the game takes itself seriously, the story is surprisingly heartwarming, and at times heartbreaking.”
- “While the main character is a bit cliché, the varying storylines are great and some of the events in them are heartwarming.”
- “It made me cry.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game has been criticized for its lazy writing and reliance on sexist clichés, resulting in boring and unoriginal characters. Additionally, issues such as poor English translation and repetitive character design, which appears to borrow heavily from other games and anime, further detract from the overall experience.
- “The character development feels lazy, relying on sexist clichés and uninspired writing.”
- “The characters are boring and lack depth, making it hard to connect with them.”
- “The repetitive character design seems stolen from other games and animes, which detracts from the overall experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's strong replayability, praising its engaging and well-crafted stories that encourage multiple playthroughs, especially considering its low price point of $5.
- “This is one of the most fun and wholesome games I've ever played. The stories are really well-crafted and offer a lot of replayability. It felt like the best game I've ever played for just $5.”