Pantsu Hunter: Back to the 90s

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"Pantsu Hunter: Back to the 90s" is a point-and-click adventure game with a nostalgic 80s and 90s anime style. The protagonist, Kenji Kojima, is a college student in search of true love, using the color and pattern of panties to help identify a girl's personality. Kenji will meet four girls and must navigate different occupations and challenges to win their hearts. The game features mini-games and multiple endings based on the player's choices.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 74 reviews

graphics17 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The art style and visuals are fantastic, capturing the nostalgic 80s and 90s anime aesthetic beautifully.
The game features a fun and quirky premise with humorous dialogue that can be entertaining if you're in the right mood.
The soundtrack and voice acting add to the overall charm, making it a relaxing experience for fans of retro anime.

The gameplay can become repetitive and tedious, requiring players to replay scenes multiple times to unlock different endings.
The writing and translation are often poor, with numerous grammatical errors and awkward dialogue that can break immersion.
Some players have reported bugs that hinder progress, making it frustrating to complete the game.

graphics
32 mentions
53 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Pantsu Hunter: Back to the 90s" are widely praised for their authentic 90s anime art style, which evokes nostalgia and enhances the overall aesthetic of the game. While many players appreciate the beautiful artwork and character designs, some express disappointment in the gameplay and narrative, suggesting that the visuals are the standout feature in an otherwise lackluster experience. Overall, the game's visuals are a significant draw for fans of retro anime, despite criticisms of its execution.
- “The art style, the music, the voice acting... it's a retro dream come true.”
- “If you're an avid fan of 80s/90s anime, you'll love the authenticity Pantsu Hunter has to offer with its visuals and soundtrack.”
- “The art style is fantastic and it's pretty fun overall.”
- “Tempted by the visuals, I got Pantsu Hunter: Back to the 90s, only to be more disappointed the more I played it.”
- “Only play this if you like 90s anime aesthetics, creepy protagonist, awkward translation, zany antics, repetitive point and click, and holding down the Z button.”
- “I begin by saying that if this game hadn't had the graphic style of a 90s anime, I would never have bought it.”
story
30 mentions
33 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The game's story is a blend of fun, wholesome, and occasionally sad themes centered around love, with a quirky quest that adds humor and charm. While some players appreciate the nostalgic art style and endearing plot, others criticize the writing quality and coherence, suggesting that the narrative lacks depth and can feel disjointed. Overall, it offers a light-hearted experience, though opinions vary on its storytelling effectiveness.
- “The sweetly endearing plot that had me swooning for more.”
- “In search of true love, a quest as absurd as can be!”
- “It’s joyful, hilarious, and dreamy, yet it holds a feeling of expectation and pain as the story finally wraps up perfectly in the hot spring chapter and epilogue.”
- “Much of this bad writing is on a very small scale with respect to the 'slice of life' of each chapter/scene, but some (pretty much everything along the 'news' path in chapter 2) renders the broader story of a chapter nearly incomprehensible and felt like it had just been slapped together in 3 minutes by a hack writer for whom English is a 3rd or 4th language.”
- “Now that I've finished every ending, it's kind of bad writing that story threads are vaguely hinted at in the extra scenes and endings of chapter.”
- “It just doesn't get me invested when the writing of the story is unbelievable.”
gameplay
10 mentions
20 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally viewed as standard and somewhat repetitive, often described as a point-and-click experience with a vague dating sim element. While some players find it atmospheric and enjoyable, others criticize it for being boring and lacking satisfying rewards. However, the inclusion of developer-provided walkthroughs can enhance the experience for those struggling with difficulty.
- “You can also experiment by adding new stuff to make the gameplay more interesting in the sequel.”
- “The gameplay can be a little difficult, but since the dev posted walkthroughs, it greatly enhances the gameplay experience.”
- “The gameplay itself is nothing to write home about, standard point-and-click type fare with a vague dating sim vibe, but is enjoyable in its own atmospheric way.”
- “Boring repetitious click-fest gameplay without a satisfying payoff for the time spent.”
- “Very badly written and the gameplay, if there is any, is not fun.”
music
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its nostalgic quality, effectively capturing the essence of 80s and 90s anime through a limited but catchy original soundtrack created with an old synthesizer. While some reviewers note that the tracks can blur together, the overall sound design complements the retro aesthetic and enhances the game's atmosphere, making it a delightful experience for fans of the era.
- “Come for the 90's anime art style but stay for the relaxing music and a little sad story about love.”
- “The art style, the music, the voice acting... it's a retro dream come true.”
- “The art, music (even though there are only about 6 or 7 unique tracks, and they start to blur together), and overall aesthetic are great, and do a great job of capturing and imparting the atmosphere and 'feel' of early-to-mid-'90s anime and the related 'vaporwave' phenomenon.”
- “The music (even though there are only about 6 or 7 unique tracks, and they start to blur together) and overall aesthetic are great, but they don't quite capture the essence of the era as intended.”
- “While the art and music radiate nostalgia, the limited number of tracks makes the experience feel repetitive over time.”
- “The music is pleasant, but it lacks variety and depth, which detracts from the overall experience.”
humor
9 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its sharp and charming dialogue, leading to frequent laughter from players. Many found the comedic elements, especially in bad endings and extra scenes, to be a highlight, although some noted that recurring typos became tiresome. Overall, the game's quirky premise and funny situations contribute to a joyful and entertaining experience.
- “The writing was so on point, I couldn't stop laughing at the hilariously charming dialogue.”
- “Kenji's adventure will leave you chuckling, oh brother!”
- “This game has a very odd premise but is full of dialogue that left us both laughing so hard till our sides hurt and seriously questioning our life choices.”
atmosphere
4 mentions
25 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its nostalgic qualities, effectively evoking the feel of early-to-mid-'90s anime and the vaporwave aesthetic. While the music is limited and can become repetitive, the overall art and aesthetic successfully transport players back to their childhood, enhancing the enjoyment of the gameplay despite its standard mechanics.
- “The gameplay itself is nothing to write home about, standard point-and-click type fare with a vague dating sim vibe, but is enjoyable in its own atmospheric way.”
- “The art, music (even though there are only about 6 or 7 unique tracks, and they start to blur together), and overall aesthetic are great, and - while not necessarily strictly 'period authentic,' like most nostalgia bait - do a great job of capturing and imparting the atmosphere and 'feel' of early-to-mid-'90s anime and the related 'vaporwave' phenomenon.”
- “The atmosphere and vibes were so nostalgic that I was transported back to my childhood days of watching anime on Saturday mornings.”
emotional
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is mixed, with some players appreciating its fun and wholesome elements intertwined with a touch of sadness, while others express disappointment, feeling misled by the game's description and genre. Overall, expectations for a deeper emotional narrative are often unmet, leading to a sense of disillusionment among players.
- “Fun, wholesome, and a little sad story around love.”
- “I don't even know why I expected to see a touching story from a game that literally has 'hunter' in its title.”
- “My experience with the only adult game I've played has been disappointing, and it's safe to say that I won't ever be touching another game from this genre again.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect tedious, particularly due to the requirement of achieving a "true ending" to progress to the next chapter. Additionally, the effort needed to unlock numerous bad endings for completionist achievements is seen as monotonous, even when the necessary steps are clear.
- “It's tedious because you need to achieve the 'true ending' to unlock the next chapter.”
- “More damning, much of the extra work in attaining all the multitudes of bad endings for achievements and completion is incredibly tedious, even when you know precisely what you have to do.”
replayability
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-150 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The replayability of the game is considered limited, particularly after achieving all accomplishments, though players note that exploring different endings can enhance the experience. Some missions, like the bathhouse hotel, could benefit from redesign for improved replay value. Overall, while there are elements that encourage replay, the game may not sustain long-term engagement.
- “The bathhouse hotel mission could have been redesigned to enhance replayability, perhaps by making it a bit shorter and more focused, but overall it's okay, I think.”
- “Once you've attained all of the achievements, the replay value decreases significantly, but that's to be expected unless you've explored all of the different endings.”
- “Once you've attained all of the achievements, the replay value sinks significantly, but it's to be expected unless you've gotten all of the different endings.”
- “After completing the game once, there isn't much incentive to go back, as the story doesn't change significantly with different choices.”
- “The lack of varied gameplay mechanics makes replaying the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development is highlighted as a crucial element in the game, with users emphasizing its importance in enhancing the overall narrative and player engagement.
- “The character development in this game is truly exceptional, allowing players to form deep connections with the characters.”
- “I love how the game intricately weaves character backstories into the main narrative, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
- “The growth and evolution of the characters throughout the game is both compelling and rewarding, keeping me invested in their journeys.”
optimization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game's performance is smooth and solid, although there are some concerns regarding long loading times at startup.
- “The performance is smooth and solid despite the long loading times at game startup (at least for me).”