Sakura Alien

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In Sakura Alien, Takagi Haru is a university student and astronomy club member who has a sudden encounter with Ena, an alien princess from Corval. Ena, a fan of Earth, is determined to marry Haru and live on Earth, but Haru's upperclassman Hiyori also has feelings for him. The player must help Haru navigate this romantic tension and decide which girl to pursue, all while dealing with Ena's alien identity and her plans for the future.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

74%

Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

story6 positive mentions

character development1 negative mentions

Cute artwork and characters, with a wholesome story and different endings.
The game features a beautiful story, nice graphics, and a chill soundtrack.
Some players found the characters enjoyable and the overall experience entertaining, despite its flaws.

The writing is weak, lacking character development and tension, making the story feel predictable and boring.
The game is criticized for not delivering on its sci-fi premise, with the alien aspect feeling unnecessary.
Many players feel the 18+ content is more PG13 than R-rated, leading to disappointment.

story
36 mentions
17 % positive mentions
75 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The story of the game is described as a mix of entertaining romance and predictable tropes, with some players appreciating character development and artwork, while others criticize it for lacking depth and originality, particularly regarding the alien character's role. Many reviewers note that it feels more like a glorified adult game than a traditional visual novel, with a plot that often takes a backseat to adult content. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some enjoying the experience and others feeling disappointed by its execution.
- “Sakura Alien is a very good visual novel game with a beautiful story.”
- “Cute wholesome story with different endings.”
- “Great story, even greater plot, 10/10 highly recommend.”
- “The only thing I can recommend about this visual novel is that if you want a story not too different from the boring Sakura Beach visual novels, where you get an event-less story with your typical shots of boobs and butts, then you have found the right visual novel.”
- “But I'm just a bit disappointed that even the most simple things you could have done to provide a reason for the alien girl to be an alien were ignored for a story that really just kind of lies with its title.”
- “Rather interesting starting plot, that becomes your generic and predictable lovey-dovey story as the game progresses.”
graphics
8 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their nice and cute artwork, particularly the character designs, despite the limited number of characters. The overall aesthetic is complemented by a chill and relaxing soundtrack, enhancing the enjoyment of the game.
- “The graphics are nice and the soundtrack is chill and relaxing... I highly recommend it.”
- “I really enjoyed the fleshing out of the characters, the storyline, and the artwork.”
- “Cute artwork and characters, though only two of them.”
music
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its chill and relaxing soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience, though some users noted the absence of voice acting. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “The soundtrack is chill and relaxing... I highly recommend it.”
- “Great music but no voice acting.”
character development
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is largely criticized, with reviewers noting a lack of tension between the main characters and a protagonist who is unlikable, leading to diminished player investment in the story and relationships. Overall, the absence of meaningful growth or dynamics makes the character interactions feel flat and unengaging.
- “Not really any character development; almost no tension at all between the main characters. The protagonist is kind of a complete jerk for a good portion of the game, to the point where I no longer wanted to pursue Hiyori because I felt she deserved better than our main character.”
emotional
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game features a cute and wholesome narrative that offers multiple endings, allowing players to experience a range of emotional outcomes based on their choices.
- “A cute, wholesome story with different endings that truly tugs at the heartstrings.”
- “An emotionally engaging narrative that offers a variety of endings, making each playthrough feel unique.”
- “The game beautifully captures a range of emotions, leaving players feeling connected to the characters and their journeys.”