Re;Lord 1: The Witch of Herfort and Stuffed Animals
- March 9, 2018
- Escu:de
In "Re;Lord 1 ~The witch of Herfort and stuffed animals~", players assume the role of demon commander Wilfried, tasked with liberating Groessen from the Witches of Ruin. Through strategic battles and the use of sorcery, Wilfried must reclaim territory, gather allies, and strip the witches of their power, and their clothes, to save the demon kingdom of Saarland. This strip battle RPG offers a unique blend of fantasy, adventure, and ecchi elements.
Reviews
- The game features a unique combat system that combines RPG elements with visual novel storytelling, making it engaging and fun to play.
- The artwork and character designs are visually appealing, with high-quality CGs and a charming art style.
- The story is entertaining with a mix of humor and interesting characters, providing a decent narrative experience.
- The main character's actions and the game's themes can be uncomfortable, with elements of sexual assault that detract from the overall enjoyment.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive and simplistic, leading to a lack of challenge and engagement over time.
- The dialogue can be excessively long and tedious, making it difficult to stay invested in the story.
- story30 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it entertaining and well-crafted, particularly appreciating its humor and character development. However, others criticize it for being convoluted, lacking satisfying resolutions, and sometimes detracting from the overall experience. While the trilogy has potential, concerns about tonal shifts and unresolved plot points leave some players feeling uncertain about its direction.
“What you have here is a trilogy of games that actually do tell a pretty good story while having some trashy humor along the way.”
“Entertaining story, great characters, surprisingly fantastic OST, the artwork is amazing, the gameplay is complex and interesting, and overall it's just a very well-made package.”
“This is a very polished and beautiful visual novel with a really funny story and an interesting battle system.”
“It's not fun, boring, and gets in the way of the characters and story.”
“So not only will you get no answers for anything, you also have to deal with the worst lead they could've possibly made for this story.”
“Meaningless dialogue after meaningless dialogue, and if you press 'skip dialogue', it just forwards the 'story' to the next bit of endless dialogue.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this visual novel is a mixed bag, featuring simple click/reaction mechanics and RPG elements that some players find entertaining, while others criticize it as boring and poorly executed. Despite its unique fighting mechanics and engaging story, the gameplay often feels overshadowed by the game's controversial themes. Overall, it offers a blend of interesting ideas and basic mechanics, appealing to fans of action-oriented visual novels.
“Good visual novel with a bit of RPG elements and unique fighting mechanics.”
“Entertaining story, great characters, surprisingly fantastic OST, the artwork is amazing, the gameplay is complex and interesting, and overall it's just a very well-made package.”
“If you like visual novels with an element of action gameplay and a funny story, you should try this game.”
“A perfect example of why gameplay is usually a terrible idea in visual novels.”
“The gameplay is just so simple and boring while being a major part of the time spent here.”
“Some neat gameplay ideas shrouded beneath obliviously-rapey hentai nonsense.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their high quality and appealing art style, with standout anime artworks and attractive character designs. While the visuals are considered great, some reviewers noted that the backgrounds could benefit from additional detail. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's well-crafted presentation.
“The artwork is amazing, the gameplay is complex and interesting, and overall it's just a very well-made package.”
“The art style was very good and the combat system was intuitive and fun to play.”
“The visuals are great, with some very appealing CGs.”
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of trashy and local comedic elements, often delivered through quirky character interactions and absurd scenarios. While many players appreciate the funny storytelling and likable characters, some find certain exchanges juvenile and unengaging. Overall, the humor adds a unique charm to the visual novel, appealing to those who enjoy a blend of action gameplay and comedic narratives.
“What you have here is a trilogy of games that actually do tell a pretty good story while having some trashy humor along the way.”
“A decently written visual novel filled with likable characters, trashy humor, and a bit of gameplay consisting of a slice of RPG and puzzle mechanics.”
“This is a very polished and beautiful visual novel with a really funny story and an interesting battle system.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its quality alongside the voice acting and visuals. However, some users feel that there is an excess of music, and the absence of voice acting during the protagonist's thoughts is noted as a peculiar omission.
“Rare game, among its kind on Steam, that has really nice CG, voice acting, and music.”
“The music is good.”
“Music and voice acting are good, although you don't get voice-over when the protagonist is thinking, which does seem a bit weird.”
“The music is overwhelming and distracts from the gameplay.”
“There is too much music playing at once, making it hard to focus.”
“The soundtrack feels excessive and takes away from the overall experience.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game features no in-game purchases, indicating a monetization model that does not rely on additional spending beyond the initial purchase.
“In-game purchases: none”
“The game offers a fair monetization model without any pay-to-win elements.”
“I appreciate that there are no intrusive ads or forced purchases.”
“The game is riddled with in-game purchases that feel necessary to progress.”
“Monetization is overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
“I feel like I'm being pushed to spend real money just to keep up with other players.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is considered low, indicating that players may not find sufficient motivation to revisit it after completing it once.
“Replayability is low.”
“There isn't much incentive to replay the game after finishing it.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little reason to go back.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game is consistently noted as present and engaging, contributing significantly to the overall experience.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
“Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
“The game's atmosphere is rich and layered, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”