Rising Angels: Hope
- March 18, 2016
- IDHAS Studios
Get on SteamIn "Rising Angels: Hope," a visual novel game, follow Faye Moonfallow and her squad as they navigate the challenges of the Space Sector Academy, facing rigorous trials and personal conflicts in their quest to join the Katajion Space Force. This expanded remake of "Rising Angels: The Red Rose" features a yuri-themed story with multiple choices, an 8-10 hour adventure, and an unlockable gallery. The game has been released in three parts as free updates, totaling a comprehensive and engaging narrative.
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- The game features a captivating soundtrack and an intriguing cast of characters, making it a delightful experience.
- The character development is well-executed, with players feeling sympathy for even the less likable characters, and the choices significantly impact the story.
- The addition of bonus episodes and ongoing developer support enhances the game's value, providing new content and character development.
- Some players found the writing and character situations frustrating, leading to a negative gaming experience.
- There are occasional typos and issues with character consistency, which can detract from the overall immersion.
- The game may feel repetitive for those familiar with the original, as much of the script is copied from the previous installment.
- story14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The story is well-developed and engaging, featuring interesting characters that evoke sympathy even for the less likable ones. Player choices add a personal touch to the narrative, although some decisions may not significantly impact the plot. The game offers unique plot outcomes and new content for returning players, making it a worthwhile experience for both newcomers and veterans of the series.
“Everyone's got their own story, and I found myself feeling sympathy for even the less likable characters like Sol and Yoi.”
“All characters are interesting and well-developed, and the storyline is solid.”
“The storytelling is masterful; all the characters are vibrant and complex, very diverse and interesting.”
“There's nothing wrong with removing characters who do nothing for the story, but it's a problem when the game mentions the names and the actions of these removed characters but doesn't show them. This leaves people who are new to the series wondering, 'Who is (insert name here)?'”
“A lot of these choices are not terribly important plot-wise ('Do you want to spend some time hanging out with person A or person B?'), but they make the story more personalized and help flesh out the characters.”
“-Yoi: This character infuriated me, and it only got worse and worse and worse. Everyone in the story considers her a friend no matter what... no matter what... no matter what!”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating the fantastic artwork and music that enhance the game's atmosphere, while others expressed disappointment over the choice of art style, preferring the more uniform and visually appealing style from the previous installment, "Reborn." Overall, the artwork is praised, but the inconsistency in styles has left some fans wanting.
“At first I was a little hesitant because of the price, but after looking at the artwork (which is fantastic, by the way!) I took the plunge and don't regret a thing.”
“The artwork is fantastic, the music is well done and suits the mood of each scene very well, and the writing is great.”
“The different art style in Reborn took a bit of getting used to, but it wasn't bad.”
“My only gripe with this visual novel is that they didn't use the same art style from 'Reborn' for uniformity and generally more pleasing assets, instead opting for an art style more reminiscent of the visual novel this is a remake of.”
“The different art style from 'Reborn' took a bit of getting used to, but it wasn't bad.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring a catchy and upbeat theme song that complements its optimistic tone. Reviewers appreciate the quality of the soundtrack, noting that it effectively enhances the mood of various scenes and aligns well with the game's overall aesthetic.
“The artwork is fantastic, the music is well done and suits the mood of each scene very well, and the writing is great.”
“It has a catchy, upbeat theme song and a mostly optimistic tone, fitting the game's subtitle.”
“Fairly short, but with a good soundtrack and an intriguing cast.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report that the emotional depth of the game leads to intense experiences, often resulting in tears during poignant scenes. Many express a strong emotional investment in the narrative, with prolonged conflict resolutions adding to the stress of their engagement.
“I need to dry my tears after such an emotional scene.”
“I get heavily emotionally invested in games and visual novels, so a drawn-out conflict resolution can be quite stressful.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its sharp wit and comedic moments, particularly in how it playfully subverts traditional gender norms, leading to amusing outcomes.
“The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, with clever writing that keeps you laughing.”
“I love the witty dialogue and the absurd situations that make every moment entertaining.”
“The comedic timing is perfect, and the characters have such great personalities that you can't help but chuckle.”
