OZMAFIA!!
- June 28, 2013
- Poni-Pachet SY
- 43h median play time
Get on Steam"OZMAFIA!!" is a single-player fantasy visual novel game with a sensational story, beautiful graphics, and wonderful music. The wholesome story follows a heroine with amnesia who is taken in by the mafia famiglia Oz after escaping an assassination attempt. With lots of grinding and high replayability, players must navigate the heroine's journey through a war-torn town with various mafia factions as she tries to find her place and uncover her past.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The retelling of an old folklore was done brilliantly, especially from Kyrie's POV as they delve through the other routes.
- The art is beautiful and the character designs are stunning, making the game visually appealing.
- The game has a lot of different endings and routes, providing a rich experience for players.
- The main character, Fuka, is often portrayed as naive and lacking common sense, which can be frustrating for players.
- The pacing of the story can feel disjointed, with abrupt scene changes that leave many plot points unresolved.
- Some routes contain dark themes, including sexual assault and emotional manipulation, which may be triggering for some players.
- story918 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The story of the game is a mixed bag, with many players noting its beautiful art and intriguing premise but criticizing its execution. While some found the narrative engaging and appreciated the depth added through multiple routes, others felt it was disjointed, repetitive, and lacking in substantial character development. Overall, the storytelling is seen as flawed, with a blend of interesting ideas overshadowed by poor pacing and a convoluted plot structure.
“My favorite part of this whole game may be the grand ending and the final unraveling of loose threads in the story.”
“The game plot is really interesting because in every route, you only get a little bit of the real plot of the story, and which one you see depends on the ending.”
“The story further fleshes out when you replay for other endings and finally the epilogue and grand finale.”
“The story is all over the place and has weird story beats you have to go through.”
“The world and the characters are painfully bland; the lack of depth makes it very difficult to fully immerse yourself in the story.”
“The plot is basically non-existent and consists of a string of random, unrelated scenes that all get cut off right before something is actually about to happen.”
- graphics224 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning and beautiful artwork, often described as gorgeous, soft, and reminiscent of watercolor styles. Many players appreciate the character designs and the overall visual presentation, noting that the art enhances the storytelling experience. However, some reviews mention that certain routes contain graphic content that contrasts sharply with the game's otherwise fairy tale-like aesthetic, which may be jarring for some players.
“The artwork is absolutely gorgeous and fits the whole story extremely well.”
“This game has very good visuals, the voice acting is also very good.”
“The artwork is beautiful with a watercolor style that lends itself well to the fairy tale concept.”
“However, the brothel and Dr. Robin Hood have some graphic and/or concerning things that can be jarring compared to the lighthearted (fairy tale-like, one might say) feel of some of the other routes.”
“Several endings have dubcon and noncon (implied and described), and can be rather graphic in their descriptions of violence and sex.”
“It does get more graphic in both violence and sexual content than what I'm used to in otome games but I found it to be intriguing and it wasn't what I'd deem 'too much' since there wasn't any nudity.”
- music212 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its beauty and ability to enhance the atmosphere, while others criticize its repetitiveness and limited variety. Some players find the soundtrack catchy and memorable, particularly the opening and ending themes, while others feel that certain background tracks become tiresome over time. Overall, the music is generally considered a strong aspect of the game, complementing its stunning art and engaging voice acting.
“The soundtrack is one of the best ones I've heard.”
“The music is amazing!”
“The voice acting is astounding and the OST was soothing if not at times perfect to set certain moods beautifully.”
“The limited music variety can make scenes feel awkward or not properly set at times.”
“-main low point in the game for me is the music being really repetitive and never really striking me if I'm honest.”
“Overall the music matches and builds the story well, but from so many playthroughs, gets a little repetitive.”
- humor128 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it genuinely funny and well-executed, particularly through character interactions and witty banter. While some routes provide lighthearted and comedic moments, others veer into uncomfortable or dark territory, leading to a varied experience. Overall, the humor is appreciated for its ability to evoke laughter, though it may not resonate with everyone due to its risqué and sometimes vulgar nature.
“The comedy and banter between the characters is fantastic and I found myself having to pause for a moment to calm down due to laughing fits.”
“The dynamic between the main characters is just pure gold and made me feel all kinds of emotions, from laughing until crying.”
“I love how funny the banter between characters is, how lighthearted it can be at times, and dark in other times.”
- emotional86 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with players expressing a deep attachment to characters and experiencing a wide range of feelings, from joy to heartbreak. Many routes are described as emotionally impactful, often leading to tears, particularly during poignant moments and endings. However, some narratives contain heavy themes, including emotional abuse and manipulation, which may not resonate well with all players, making it essential for potential players to be aware of these elements.
“This game has made me feel many emotions. I love the art style and the mystical feel to it. I have played it multiple times and I will continue to play it more. It is 100% one of my favorite otome games. I have an attachment to a few of the characters, and I think any game that can make me have an attachment is a great stunning game.”
“The sincere sadness he felt when everyone except him forgot her and seeing him desperately try to make Caramia and Axel remember her was heartbreaking.”
“The dynamic between the main characters is just pure gold and made me feel all kinds of emotions, from laughing until crying. Not only are the main romances interesting, but so are the side romances.”
- character development54 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is generally criticized for being minimal, with many reviewers noting that while the character designs and art are stunning, the depth of character growth is lacking. Some players appreciate the interesting storylines and routes, but feel that the characters themselves do not evolve significantly throughout the game. Overall, the consensus is that while the visual aspects are impressive, the character development does not meet expectations, often detracting from the overall experience.
“The route for each guy was interesting, and the character development was really good.”
“I like that there is character development, which usually lacks in a lot of otoges.”
“The characters grew on me; I will admit that it might take some time, but the most outstanding part to me is the character design.”
“The game has very little to no character development.”
“Unfortunately, its poor writing, slow pacing, lack of character development, and use of abuse/sexual assault in its routes make this game unenjoyable to play.”
“This game had some serious problems in its writing, character development, replay value, and most of all content choices.”
- gameplay42 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
Gameplay in this title has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique mechanics like love triangles and character switching, while others found the experience tedious and repetitive, particularly due to the lack of variety in alternate routes. Many noted that the game fails to adequately explain its mechanics, leading to frustration, especially when faced with a lengthy playtime of around 40 hours. Overall, while the narrative and artistic elements were praised, the gameplay itself was often described as boring and disappointing.
“The artwork, the humor, the gameplay, characters, and the voiceover are all amazing.”
“Game mechanics: 9/10 – I really like the love triangles you can get into and change the character for a different ending.”
“The gameplay consists entirely of reading and making those choices - there are no stats or time management in this one.”
“And for those who are planning on playing, I'll outline some game info since the game explains 0 mechanics.”
“Gameplay-wise, it was so boring.”
“While the game had a few positive aspects, its serious flaws greatly outweigh them for a gameplay experience that was at best tedious and at worst so upsetting that it took me completely out of the narrative.”
- replayability34 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its numerous endings and routes, with players unlocking additional scenes and perspectives upon subsequent playthroughs. While some reviewers noted flaws in writing and pacing, many found the engaging stories and character arcs to enhance the overall replay value, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre. However, a few critics felt that the common route could become repetitive over time, slightly diminishing the replay appeal.
“After playing through for yourself one time, I recommend using a guide because there are so many endings and routes. This game has so much replay value; even after you finish some routes, you get extra scenes based on them in your next playthrough.”
“Plus, it really does have replay value in the fact that the stories are just so much fun, and that once you have finished a route, the game rewards replay by adding in new text to that route!”
“I like the replay value of every character having at least 2 endings, and when you play through a second time, you get points of view from the guys.”
“This game had some serious problems in its writing, character development, replay value, and most of all content choices.”
“The replayability of this is pretty low.”
“I don’t think that truly adds to the replay value.”
- grinding20 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players consistently describe the grinding aspect of the game as tedious and repetitive, particularly due to the necessity of replaying the common route for multiple endings and enduring unskippable loading screens. While the initial playthrough may be enjoyable, the experience becomes increasingly frustrating as players attempt to unlock all routes and endings, leading to a sense of boredom and dissatisfaction. Overall, the grinding detracts significantly from the narrative experience, overshadowing the game's positive elements.
“But the common route got tedious the more you had to play it because there are just so many routes, and you need to do the common route for almost every route except the triangle route if you save at the right point.”
“While the game had a few positive aspects, its serious flaws greatly outweigh them for a gameplay experience that was at best tedious and at worst so upsetting that it took me completely out of the narrative.”
“The first time playing through is enjoyable, but becomes incredibly tedious to sit through to get all the endings for the epilogue and grand finale, even with the skip feature.”
- atmosphere20 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is described as magical and well-established, enhanced by charming characters and fitting art that reflects fairy tale influences. However, some players find certain explicit content and shifts in narrative perspective to be jarring, detracting from immersion. Overall, the music effectively sets the mood, contributing positively to the game's ambiance despite occasional inconsistencies.
“What drew me in is the magical atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere and setting is well-established, and the characters are quite charming.”
“The music is unobtrusive and atmospheric, and the characters are well-developed, nuanced, and dynamic.”
“Although sometimes it can be a bit much--the brothel route almost made me barf from how unabashedly explicit it was, and there was a very detailed description of a violent act at one part--which can be off-putting to the whole atmosphere.”
“There's also no sense of atmosphere or even investment.”
“This feels atmosphere breaking; if I am supposed to be Fuka (or whatever you name her) and be enchanted and romanced by the guys, then why switch to third person when referring to someone that isn't me?”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability, running smoothly without noticeable glitches or crashes. While character naming has previously caused some issues, the developers are proactive in addressing these problems promptly.
“- You can name your character (this has been known to cause glitches, but the developers are very attentive and fix this as it happens).”
“- You can name your character (this has been known to cause glitches, but the developers are very attentive and fix this as it happens).”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly without any noticeable glitches, crashes, or issues with translations.
“It runs smoothly, and I found no glitches, crashes, or bad English translations.”
