Revenge of the Antagonist - BL (Boys Love)
- March 9, 2024
- ChaniMK
Get on SteamEnemies on camera, enemies off camera! At a performing arts school, Gerald doesn't stand out, so he secretly envies the popular kid, Damian, who Gerald thinks is undeserving of his popularity due to his lack of talent. His insecurity worsens when Damian unintentionally mocks him in front of the entire class. Years after graduation, Gerald becomes a C-list actor who's usually typecast to act in an…
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Reviews
- The game features a cute and engaging enemies-to-lovers storyline with well-developed characters.
- The acting minigames are enjoyable and add an interactive element to the narrative, enhancing the overall experience.
- The visuals and character designs are appealing, contributing to the game's charm and making it a fun short visual novel.
- The UI design can be a bit delayed at times, which may affect the overall user experience.
- A small rules page for the minigame would be helpful for first-time players to better understand the mechanics.
- Some music tracks are less enjoyable than others, which may detract from the overall atmosphere of the game.
- story10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story is described as balanced, neither overly dramatic nor lacking substance, with a focus on themes such as the contrast between looks and talent in the entertainment industry. Characters like Gerald, Marie, and the manager are well-received, and the new direction towards a BL narrative has garnered positive feedback. Overall, the story is engaging and thought-provoking.
“The story's commentary on 'looks vs talent in the entertainment industry' was interesting.”
“Side characters like Marie and the manager were pretty cool too.”
“Although I do have to say this: I was on board with the new director making the story into a BL one.”
“The story wasn't overly dramatic, but it also wasn't engaging or memorable.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and lacks a clear direction.”
“I was initially excited about the new direction for the story, but it ultimately fell flat.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered satisfactory, with particular praise for a standout piano track that features a captivating beat.
“The music was alright; I really liked that one cool piano track though - that was a real cool beat!”
