Project Reset

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Play as a boy who got back from a 1 month vacation and has returned to school, only to find that he meets 4 new friends, and gets into a new hobby! Meet all 4 of these characters in Project Reset, a free visual novel!

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Play Modes

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

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

story5 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

The art style is cute and offers a new take on story games.
Some players found enjoyment in the story and character development, despite its flaws.
The game can be a fun experience when played with friends.

The writing is poorly executed, with numerous typos and choppy dialogue that detracts from the experience.
The game is heavily criticized for being a derivative work, closely resembling Doki Doki Literature Club without offering anything original.
Technical issues, such as crashes and script errors, further diminish the overall quality of the game.

story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
47%
20%
The story has been criticized for being derivative of "Doki Doki Literature Club," with many reviewers noting its short length and simplistic dialogue that prioritizes exposition over depth. While some appreciate the character development and unique storytelling approach, others find the narrative lacking originality and coherence, often leading to glitches that disrupt key moments. Overall, the game offers a brief but engaging experience, though it may not stand out in the crowded genre of visual novels.
- “Good story and character development.”
- “The drawing is a new take on story games like this; also, the story is good but feels a little short.”
- “The plot here is essentially a ripoff of Doki Doki Literature Club; it's a high school drama fanfic, and so, so badly written.”
- “The game is also very aware that your time is valuable and, as such, will frequently skip unnecessary dialogue, days, character building, and enjoyment, to ensure that you can get the full story in one easy-to-digest package.”
- “This game is almost, if not, the exact same plot as Doki Doki Literature Club, to the point where I wasn't calling the characters their names in the novel, but their Doki Doki counterparts.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics of the e-book are criticized for their poor quality and lack of customization options, resulting in a subpar visual experience. In contrast, other games in a similar style are noted for having good graphics alongside engaging stories.
- “Similar to other games in this style, it has a good story and impressive graphics.”
- “Due to the decision to use such a lazy, poor-quality construction kit, this game doesn't have customizable resolution or any graphics tweaks. It won't display at your monitor's native resolution and generally looks bad.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has been criticized for lacking atmospheric impact, with some users feeling that the developer's request for a $1.00 donation for the soundtrack feels more like a cash grab than a genuine offering.
- “This isn't even free; the developer has their hand out for a $1.00 donation 'soundtrack' sale, so this feels more like digital panhandling.”
- “The music does not add any atmosphere.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The stability of the game is intentionally designed to include planned glitches and script errors, which may be disorienting for players unfamiliar with the Ren'Py engine. While these elements contribute to the unique storytelling approach, they can detract from the overall experience for some users.
- “There are glitches in the game that are planned, but they are not pleasant for players who are not familiar with Ren'Py.”
- “As you progress through the game, glitches start occurring, leading to a frustrating experience.”
- “The game encounters script errors that disrupt the flow, making it difficult for players to stay engaged.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
50%
Overall, the character development in the game is positively received, with players appreciating the good storytelling. However, there is a desire for deeper exploration and growth of the characters throughout the narrative.
- “The game features a good story and impressive character development.”
- “I would love to see even more character development in future updates.”
- “I would like to see more character development.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The gameplay of this visual/interactive novel is criticized for being minimal, primarily consisting of clicking through poorly written dialogue that detracts from the overall experience, raising concerns about its quality and suitability for publication.
- “As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print. This raises the question, 'How did something this poorly written end up on Steam?'”
- “The gameplay is incredibly repetitive and lacks any real challenge, making it feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
- “I found the mechanics to be clunky and unresponsive, which detracted significantly from my overall enjoyment of the game.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users find the grinding aspect of visual novels and e-books tedious, likening the experience to a frustratingly slow reading process where each sentence requires a click to advance, detracting from the enjoyment of the narrative.
- “Visual novels and e-books can be tedious at best. Imagine the best novel you ever read, whether it's 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy', '2001: A Space Odyssey', or even 'Twilight' (if you have terrible taste in literature). Now, translate that into a format where the words dribble out, and you have to click your mouse every time you want to read the next sentence, instead of just turning the pages.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged. It often feels like I'm just going through the motions without any real sense of progress.”
- “I find the grinding mechanics to be a chore rather than a challenge. It detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game and makes it feel more like a job than a fun experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of the game is perceived as lacking, with users noting that the music fails to enhance the overall experience.
- “The music did not contribute to the atmosphere at all.”
- “The overall ambiance felt flat and uninspired.”
- “There was a lack of immersive elements that could enhance the atmosphere.”