Repurpose

82%
Game Brain Score Based on 35 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • emotional
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"Repurpose" is a casual, single-player dating sim centered around the afterlife, where players must navigate through trials in Limbo to determine their final destination. The game features an LGBT+ positive storyline with the option to play as a cis, trans, or non-binary character, and offers unique interactions based on the chosen gender. Written by a majority queer identifying cast and staff, "Repurpose" aims to create a relatable experience for the LGBT+ community.

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Reviews

82%
Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews
story14 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The game features a diverse and well-developed cast of characters, each with unique stories and backgrounds, making it easy for players to connect with them.
  • The writing is engaging and clever, with choices that genuinely impact the story and character relationships, enhancing replayability.
  • The art style and voice acting are impressive, contributing to an immersive experience that complements the game's themes of love, identity, and the afterlife.
  • Some players found the character routes to be short, limiting the depth of exploration into the characters and the game's lore.
  • There are occasional typos and grammatical errors that can detract from the overall experience.
  • A few players expressed frustration with certain forced relationship dynamics that did not align with their desired choices.
  • story34 mentions

    The story in this game is highly praised for its engaging narrative and the meaningful impact of player choices, which lead to diverse character interactions and multiple endings. Reviewers highlight the clever writing, rich lore, and representation of various identities, making the characters feel authentic and memorable. The unique premise of an afterlife set in a reimagined garden of Eden adds depth, while the humor and emotional storytelling enhance the overall experience, making it a standout visual novel.

    • “The story was engaging for every character, and it felt like your choices genuinely mattered rather than you just being pulled along, as if watching a movie.”
    • “The story is absolutely top-tier; every character has a special something that brings it to life in the best way possible, and the copious amounts of fourth-wall breaks and jokes are perfectly placed.”
    • “The story has different paths based on your choices, leading towards different relationships with others and different endings, adding to the replay value.”
    • “If these first few story beats are any indication for the rest of the way - both my current path toward utopia and in any other paths I'll walk down afterward - it'll be amazing to see it all through.”
    • “The story/lore goes much deeper than I first expected and I am very thrilled for the next update.”
    • “The fact that most of the cast and the development team identify as queer brings an extra layer of realness to the story, something you might not find in other games.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, hand-drawn art style, featuring beautiful character designs and expressive facial animations that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the charming and colorful visuals, along with well-detailed backgrounds that reflect the effort and talent of the artistic team, making it a standout in the visual novel genre.

    • “Amazing artwork that is vibrant, colorful, and charming.”
    • “Everything in the visuals, from the interesting characters to the varied and well-detailed backgrounds, shows how much effort and talent the artistic team put in.”
    • “The art style was another highlight for me, especially the CGs.”
    • “I truly appreciate the hand-drawn artwork in this game; it is refreshing and enjoyable to see it in a recent visual novel where so many lately seem to turn to AI for backgrounds.”
    • “Also, the backgrounds are hand-done and fit with the artwork of the characters.”
  • emotional8 mentions

    The game excels in its emotional depth, blending humor with heartfelt moments that enhance character development and storytelling. Players appreciate the authentic interactions and diverse representation, making it a touching and inclusive visual novel experience. Overall, it is highly recommended for those seeking a meaningful narrative in an engaging format.

    • “There are many humorous and heartfelt moments throughout, as more is learned about each character.”
    • “Each character feels authentic, and the storytelling is heartfelt.”
    • “Every character has been beautifully designed, the interactions are both heartfelt and adorable, and each character's story is incredibly well-written.”
  • character development6 mentions

    Character development is highlighted by adorable and unique character designs that effectively reflect personalities, contributing to a rich visual experience. The blend of angsty and sweet elements, along with engaging voice acting, enhances the authenticity of character interactions, making them feel real and heartwarming. Even minor characters are noted for their impressive designs, adding depth to the overall narrative.

    • “The character designs are adorable, the partial voice acting is great, and it's just the right mix of angsty and sweet.”
    • “Beautiful artwork and cutscenes, as well as unique character designs that reflect their personalities.”
    • “The character designs look nice, and the interactions feel real and heartwarming.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in "Repurpose" is characterized by its charming and likable characters, including angels and demons, who deliver a mix of hilarity and heartfelt moments. The game's lively writing and fantastic voice acting enhance the comedic experience, making it a delightful choice for players who appreciate humor intertwined with drama and immersive storytelling.

    • “If you like humor, cute characters, drama, amazing art, an immersive story, and an incredible voice cast, then Repurpose is the game for you.”
    • “You will enjoy a funny, charming, and absolutely amazing cast of characters (angels and demons alike).”
    • “There are many humorous and heartfelt moments throughout, as more is learned about each character.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is praised for its upbeat, retro 8-bit sound, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the inclusion of a music gallery as an extra feature, and the soundtrack complements the game's engaging art, story, and characters, contributing to its high ratings.

    • “The music is very nice as well.”
    • “This game has very good writing, story, characters, art, voice acting, music, story pacing, length, and is overall a 10 out of 10.”
    • “The soundtrack is upbeat and very retro sounding (like the retro 8-bit games).”
    • “The extras you can find as you play are a gallery, music, and an about section.”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its diversity, engaging storytelling, and inclusive mechanics, making it a highly recommended visual novel for players seeking a meaningful experience.

    • “It's attention to diversity, interesting storytelling, and inclusive gameplay make it a recommended choice for anyone wanting a touching and inclusive visual novel.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game boasts excellent replayability, allowing players to explore multiple endings and relationships through varied choices. This feature makes it highly recommended even for newcomers to visual novels and dating sims.

    • “It offers great replayability for those who want to explore every ending, and I highly recommend it—even for someone who has never played a visual novel or dating sim before.”
    • “The story has different paths based on your choices, leading to different relationships with others and different endings, adding to the replay value.”
    • “The story has different paths based on your choices, leading towards different relationships with others and different endings, adding to the replay value.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there isn't much incentive to go back and play it again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
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