Otaku's Fantasy
- October 11, 2017
- Dieselmine
- 6h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Otaku's Fantasy" , you play as a down-on-his-luck otaku who gets a job at an AI company and is suddenly surrounded by attractive women from all walks of life. However, a misunderstanding leads to you being called a "ladyboy," and you find yourself pursued by all manner of women for all sorts of reasons. The game promises trading cards when a certain number of copies are sold. Note: this summary is based on the game's description and does not reflect personal experience with the game.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features nice visuals and character designs, which many players appreciated.
- It provides a decent amount of adult content for those looking for quick, lewd entertainment.
- Some players found the translation errors to be humorous, adding an element of comedy to the experience.
- The translation quality is poor, often resembling machine translation, which detracts from the overall experience.
- There is a lack of meaningful choices or gameplay, making it feel more like a slideshow than a game.
- The story is shallow and repetitive, with many scenes feeling similar and lacking depth.
- story150 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The story in this game is widely criticized for being weak, shallow, and poorly translated, often described as a mere vehicle for adult content rather than a compelling narrative. Many reviewers note that it lacks depth, character development, and meaningful choices, with the plot often feeling like a series of disconnected sexual encounters rather than a cohesive story. While some appreciate the art and the humor in its absurdity, the consensus is that players should not expect a substantial storyline.
“Overall, the story is rather good, the texting is alright, the characters are well drawn and it really lets the otaku have some rosy fantasy... so I guess I can only recommend it haha.”
“The calibre of storytelling and illumination of the illusive human spirit provide this story with a rich tapestry of twists and turns, all of which culminate in the realization of an individual's god-given potential.”
“Exceptional storytelling.”
“The story is badly translated and there's no real gameplay as none of your choices affect the story.”
“This game has no story and everything in this game is about +18 things.”
“The plot is so terrible it is hilarious!”
- graphics36 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the visual novel receive mixed reviews, with some praising the beautiful artwork and high-quality 2D graphics that enhance the experience, while others find the overall visuals to be basic or lacking in depth. Despite some standout elements, such as character poses and backgrounds, many reviewers feel that the graphics do not compensate for shortcomings in the story and translation. Overall, the visuals are described as decent but not exceptional, with ratings ranging from 5 to 7 out of 10.
“Amazing 2D graphics that really make the experience feel super real.”
“Good game, great graphics and easy to get the final thing.”
“The gameplay is amazing and the graphics are stunning.”
“The visuals, too, leave a lot to be desired.”
“The graphics are okay, translations are okay, there's nothing really special about this visual novel.”
“Not really a fan of the graphics.”
- humor24 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is primarily derived from its hilariously poor translations and absurd plot, which many players find more amusing than intended. Dialogues and sound effects, such as "i make masterbation every morning," contribute to the comedic value, making the experience entertaining despite its shortcomings. Overall, while the game fails to deliver on its intended themes, it offers a unique source of laughter for those who appreciate its unintentional humor.
“The plot is so terrible it is hilarious!”
“In fact, the translations are so funny that I almost want to recommend this game just so you can see for yourself.”
“It was actually so badly polished that it was funny.”
- music20 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its production quality and specific tracks, particularly the jazzy elements and the menu song. However, others find the overall soundtrack to be generic and occasionally mismatched with the scenes. Despite these criticisms, many agree that the music and artwork are standout features, with a notable appreciation for the original soundtrack.
“Only upsides are music and artwork, where a fair amount of effort is put into the background, poses, characters, and quality.”
“The soundtrack is pretty good.”
“And the jazzy music actually is good.”
“Music is very generic and often doesn't fit the current scene (in my opinion).”
“The music is bearable, and the voice acting is okay.”
“The music is well produced, the voices are also okay, but as a music creator, I hear...”
- gameplay15 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing it for being virtually nonexistent and lacking meaningful choices that impact the story. Others have noted that while the graphics are stunning, the overall gameplay experience is disappointing, with poor voice acting and sound effects contributing to a lackluster impression.
“The gameplay is amazing and the graphics are stunning.”
“The story is badly translated and there's no real gameplay as none of your choices affect the story.”
“Absolutely zero gameplay.”
“The gameplay is so lame.”
- emotional8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with players expressing disappointment over a lack of engaging storytelling and poor translation, which detracts from any potential emotional impact. While one user found unexpected emotional reward in the janitorial role, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration and dissatisfaction with the game's execution.
“Wow, I never dreamed that just being a janitor could be so emotionally rewarding.”
“Horrible translation, boring story; the screenshots show 'uncensored' pictures but the game has giant white blotches covering everything. I downloaded the patch and tried many different ways but couldn't get it to work. Thankfully, this game was only $0.59, and it was so bad I want my money back.”
“The only compliment I can give it is that it has a horrible translation and a boring storyline.”
“A sloppy, boring story that made me want to quit within the first 3 minutes, so thank god for fast forward.”
- character development6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Character development in the game has been criticized for lacking depth and meaningful choices, leading to a disappointing narrative experience. While the visual artistry is decent, it does not compensate for the absence of well-crafted stories and character growth, making it unappealing to those who value intelligent storytelling.
“My fellow furries and gamers, if you enjoy well-crafted stories, character development, meaningful choices, and a modicum of respect for your intelligence, avoid 'otaku's fantasy' like the bubonic plague.”
“While the actual artistry - character design, coloring, background, detailing - is not too shabby, it's not exceptional either.”
“Actual character development.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game exhibits a moderate level of replayability, with some users rating it as high as 8/10, indicating that while there are enjoyable elements to revisit, the overall experience may not be significantly different upon replaying.
“This game offers a lot of replayability.”
“[h1][b]Replayability 8/10[/b][/h1]”
“It has a bit of replayability but not very much.”
