Otome Games Obey Me! NB

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Otome Games Obey Me! NB is a single player action game. It received positive reviews from players.

"Obey Me! Nightbringer" is a single-player fantasy musical otome game where players raise and customize seven demon brothers to their liking in the Devildom. The game features an intriguing story, compelling gameplay, delightful graphics, and a fabulous soundtrack, but requires lots of grinding and is full of bugs. Players will enjoy a hilarious and immersive experience in this unique game world.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,676 reviews

story208 positive mentions

stability45 negative mentions

The game features an engaging storyline that connects well with the original Obey Me! game.
The rhythm game mechanics are fun and add a new layer of gameplay compared to the original dance battles.
The graphics and character designs have improved significantly, making the game visually appealing.

The game has a steep difficulty curve, making it hard for players to progress without spending money.
There are frequent bugs and glitches, particularly with the rhythm game and loading screens.
The monetization strategy feels predatory, with high prices for in-game items and limited opportunities for free-to-play players.

story
568 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its engaging and emotional narrative that builds on the original game's lore. However, some users express frustration over pacing issues, feeling that the rhythm game mechanics often overshadow the storytelling, making it difficult to progress. While the plot is generally seen as intriguing and well-written, new players may find themselves lost without prior knowledge of the original game, and there are concerns about the balance between gameplay and story content.
- “The story is well-written, and as a rhythm game player, I enjoy Ruri-tunes, but I still have a few gripes about the gameplay.”
- “The story is amazing and the art is awesome, although sometimes you can't see the characters on the screen (which they are working on). Overall, it's a great game and I can't wait to see what they have in store.”
- “The story is captivating, characters amazing, very immersive, and so many new features.”
- “I really wish the storyline was more linear instead of all over the place.”
- “The story makes less sense, the gameplay is annoying, and the way you level up cards is awful compared to the original game.”
- “The story is already poorly paced and half-baked, with an alternative universe excuse for a lot of unnecessary retcons.”
music
167 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising its catchiness and integration into gameplay, while others criticize the repetitive song selection and issues with synchronization during rhythm levels. Some users report bugs that cause audio glitches, such as overlapping tracks or stuttering, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, the visuals and character themes are generally well-received, contributing to an enjoyable atmosphere.
- “The music is top tier and I have a reason to be excited to play Obey Me again.”
- “I love the music, new features, and the new layout of the rhythm game.”
- “The songs are amazing!!!”
- “The problem for me is that the songs are just tuned weird in Ruri Tunes; it sounds so off, and especially Barbatos's song is just weird, but this is just personal preference!”
- “I'm playing the same 14 or so songs again and again.”
- “The beats in the rhythm game are completely off with the music in most levels, making it sometimes a bit jarring to play.”
gameplay
109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in the latest installment has received mixed feedback, with many praising its addictive rhythm mechanics and smoother controls compared to the original game. However, some players find the gameplay repetitive and challenging, particularly due to the increased difficulty and grind required for leveling up. Overall, while the new features and engaging storyline are appreciated, there are concerns about bugs, loading issues, and the steep learning curve for those less familiar with rhythm games.
- “Nightbringer is such an incredible sequel and the gameplay is extremely addictive in the best way.”
- “The gameplay is tricky at first but once you put a little practice in, it's super fun!!”
- “Overall, absolutely amazing game series, style, improvement, and gameplay!”
- “New voice acting is desperately needed, as are new gameplay features since it's repetitive after a while.”
- “The gameplay itself seems lackluster and gets boring easily due to the repetitive music and game style.”
- “Gameplay goes from basic tutorial to immediately overwhelming when trying to adjust to the game, even though there are only two buttons.”
graphics
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game have received widespread praise for their significant improvements over the original, featuring beautiful visuals, smooth animations, and a captivating art style. While many players appreciate the new 3D models and overall aesthetic, some have expressed concerns about glitches and a desire for a consistent art style throughout. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the gameplay experience, enhancing the storytelling and rhythm elements.
- “The graphics, animation, and the visual music with RuriTunes are so good compared to the original.”
- “The new graphics are gorgeous, and the rhythm systems are challenging but entertaining!”
- “Absolutely love it! The graphics and storyline are so good, like oh my god, and the characters?!”
- “Fixed the gameplay to be interactive, but they then made a new game, meaning the previous game is now pointless, and now lost the overall aesthetic from a gothic academic to now futuristic in the main screen, despite this game being a past event.”
- “Plus, sometimes when playing the rhythm game portion, the visuals would flicker between two frames or freeze entirely for a few seconds, which almost always ruins my combo.”
- “I hate the new update making them 3D; the graphics are bad, the quality is a big problem. Can you change it back to its original form? I don't like it... Yes, I have played the game, and when I saw the new update, I decided to delete it because it's so bad. I want the original back!”
stability
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and freezing issues that disrupt gameplay, particularly during rhythm challenges. While some players acknowledge that these problems are typical for a newly released game and express hope for future fixes, others find the glitches frustrating enough to impact their overall enjoyment. Overall, the game shows promise but requires substantial improvements in stability to enhance the user experience.
- “Many times when I'm first clearing a level in the pop quiz or Ruritunes, when I finish, it never loads and then freezes and shuts down.”
- “Great game, but the loading times and visual glitches make it almost unplayable for me.”
- “Really nice game, nice plot and everything is fine, but one thing I can't stand is the constant crashes of my phone and every time I do the battles my screen freezes as the song keeps playing, leading me to lose every time.”
monetization
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players labeling it as a "cash grab" compared to its predecessor, citing high in-game purchase prices and a focus on monetization over gameplay quality. While some appreciate the option to play without spending money or watching ads, others express frustration with the game's reliance on in-game purchases and the perceived greed of the developers. Overall, players enjoy the game but are concerned about its monetization strategies and the impact on their experience.
- “Very fun, and due to 1 million downloads, day one you have enough energy to fly through the ever interesting story. There aren't any ads, and money isn't needed unless you don't want to take a few minutes to play a good musical song level or wait a day for the daily login.”
- “No ads but needs time spent collecting daily rewards and upgrading.”
- “It's a super nice game, but it has a lot of in-game purchases.”
- “General downgrade and a massive cash grab compared to the original.”
- “Feels more like a cash grab than the original game, and what should be more mature content has been sanitized for younger players.”
- “My biggest concern is how much of a cash grab this game keeps getting.”
humor
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the 3D models and animations amusingly quirky and the character interactions genuinely funny. Many reviews highlight the engaging storyline and character dynamics that elicit laughter, making the game enjoyable even during serious moments. Overall, the blend of humor and storytelling is seen as a significant improvement over the original game, contributing to a fun and entertaining experience.
- “I think it might even be better than the original game because of how funny the characters are in the past, the overall storyline, and the way they talk.”
- “It's 1 AM and I'm giggling to myself at the little remarks and actions; they are so funny knowing their personalities from the first game.”
- “I recommend reading the main story because the comedy is hilarious.”
- “I tried this game, and I don't understand why people are disappointed with the humor; it's supposed to be funny, you know!”
- “The jokes fell flat and felt forced, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “I expected a lot more laughs, but the humor just didn't land for me.”
grinding
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, particularly when it comes to leveling up cards and obtaining necessary materials. While some appreciate the improved balance between skill and grinding compared to the original game, many express frustration over the need for extensive farming to progress, especially for free-to-play users. The game's engaging story and visuals help mitigate the grind for some, but the overall sentiment leans towards a desire for a more streamlined experience.
- “The cards are also very tedious to level up.”
- “It's hard to win the rhythm games as most cards need to be 70+, but the thing is, you can't level it up easily because it's locked behind a year of grinding for these jokers that is almost impossible to obtain.”
- “The stage difficulty raises faster than it's possible to collect/power up new cards, so you're left grinding unless you pay $50 every time you fall behind.”
emotional
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players consistently express that the game evokes strong emotional responses, often leading to tears due to its engaging and heartwarming storyline. The upgraded visuals and character interactions enhance the overall experience, making players feel a deep connection to the narrative and characters. Despite minor technical issues, the emotional depth and community support contribute to a fulfilling and satisfying gameplay experience.
- “I love the story and it made me cry multiple times. The art for the cards got a big upgrade from the original game, and there is more gameplay which is quite nice compared to the original.”
- “The storyline is wholesome and engaging.”
- “I really love how much they improved; they wrote the story emotionally and really made the lessons more fun.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some players experiencing significant stuttering and freezing during rhythm levels, which affects gameplay and scoring. While many users report smooth performance overall, particularly on higher-end devices, those with older or less powerful phones may encounter issues, especially during loading sequences and 3D model displays. The presence of adjustable quality settings helps some players enjoy the game despite their hardware limitations.
- “But overall the performance is very good and I haven't encountered any other bugs so far. I would like to see more unlockable outfits for the characters.”
- “Plus, I have a slower than average phone, but since there are different quality and performance options, I can still play and enjoy!”
- “And it runs smoothly on my phone, so I'm very happy with the 3D models and short videos.”
- “Only downside would be a bug I'm experiencing while playing the rhythm levels. Sometimes it starts stuttering and you just see the characters freeze despite the song still playing, and I lose my combos. I hope the dev team fixes it soon.”
- “I don't know if I'm the only one experiencing this, but when I unlock a storybook, there's this very long loading that pops up every time the story changes its background music, even though my phone performance is still fine.”
- “Optimization is not the best; constant random freezes are a no-go in a rhythm game.”
character development
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, character development in the game is praised for its stunning designs and captivating aesthetics, particularly regarding the demon brothers. However, some players express frustration with the repetitive nature of character development and the disregard for established lore from the original game. While the character designs are consistently lauded, the storyline and character progression receive mixed feedback.
- “I love the character design, the improvements, and of course, the demon brothers.”
- “The character designs are also stunning and don't feel choppy or rushed.”
- “The splendid character designs make it even more captivating.”
- “The storyline is fine, but I hate having to go through their character development again, and the lore established in the original game has completely been thrown out the window.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the game for its ability to create a captivating and intense atmosphere, effectively immersing players in a darker, more engaging environment.
- “They did a wonderful job at capturing the darker, more intense atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “Every sound and visual element contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
- “The game fails to create a truly immersive atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected from the world.”
- “Despite the potential, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to engage players.”
- “The overall ambiance is underwhelming, making it hard to feel invested in the game's environment.”