Qualia: The Path of Promise

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“Machina” is the world's first android to pass the Turing Test. Incidentally, she is also dressed like a maid. Dr. Hiro Koshino ends up taking Machina home and has her work as a maid. As she continues to learn and grow, he also begins to develop certain feelings towards her…

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

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Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

story6 positive mentions

The story is extremely well done, with a perfect pace and surreal twists that can evoke strong emotions.
The art and voice acting are top-notch, enhancing the overall experience of the visual novel.
Qualia offers a heartwarming and well-developed romance between the main characters, making it a memorable experience.

The plot can feel rushed and some important themes are brushed off too quickly, leading to a lack of depth in certain areas.
There were technical issues such as random black screen flickers and fullscreen mode limitations, although some have been addressed with updates.
The sci-fi elements may not appeal to everyone, as they can feel overreaching compared to the main focus on romance.

story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for its well-crafted narrative, blending heartwarming romance with sci-fi elements, and is noted for its perfect pacing and emotional depth. While it offers surreal twists and a touching exploration of eternal love between a human and an android, some reviewers feel the plot could have been more original. Overall, it is considered a worthwhile short visual novel that evokes a range of emotions.
- “Despite it being a somewhat short visual novel (10 hours or less), the story moves at a perfect pace with surreal twists and turns.”
- “A genuinely heartwarming story about eternal love between a human and an android.”
- “The story will lead you through many layers of emotions, from happiness down to desperation.”
- “- plot: this is where the story falls short a little bit.”
- “- the concept: I won't speak in details, but from what I observed, the plot has some concepts similar to a specific visual novel.”
- “It is why the plot is mentioned above.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to evoke a wide range of feelings, from laughter to tears, through a heartwarming romance between a human and an android. Players appreciate the touching narrative and wholesome elements, making it a recommended choice for fans of sweet love stories.
- “Made me cry, laugh, and all of the above.”
- “Note: If you like heartwarming and sweet love stories, buy it.”
- “A genuinely heartwarming story about eternal love between a human and an android.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its amazing soundtrack and immersive background scores, featuring soft, slow-paced songs that enhance the overall experience. Additionally, the opening theme is considered one of the best in visual novels.
- “The background music and soundtracks are soft and immersive, mostly featuring slow-paced songs.”
- “Amazing artwork and a great soundtrack, featuring one of the best visual novel openings in my opinion.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is noted for its ability to evoke a range of emotions, successfully blending comedic moments with more poignant scenes that can also bring tears.
- “It had moments that made me laugh and cry.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their stunning artwork, which significantly enhances the overall experience, complemented by a great soundtrack and an impressive opening sequence.
- “The graphics are stunning, with amazing artwork that truly brings the game to life.”
- “The visuals are breathtaking, showcasing incredible detail and creativity.”
- “The art style is unique and captivating, making every scene a visual delight.”