Sakura Cupid
- February 12, 2018
- Winged Cloud
- 5h median play time
Get on SteamSakura Cupid is a visual novel game with romantic and slice-of-life elements. Play as a cupid who must help humans find love while navigating your own romantic feelings. The game features multiple endings based on the choices you make throughout the story.
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Reviews
- The game features a cute and lighthearted story with engaging characters, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
- The artwork is well-drawn and visually appealing, contributing to the overall charm of the game.
- Multiple endings and choices provide some replayability, allowing players to explore different romantic paths.
- The story is considered average and formulaic, lacking depth and originality compared to other visual novels.
- The game is relatively short, with some players feeling it doesn't offer enough content for the price.
- There are complaints about the lack of significant adult content, with some players feeling misled by the marketing.
- story54 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story of "Sakura Cupid" is generally perceived as lighthearted and humorous, featuring a unique cupid theme that adds charm, though it often falls into cliches typical of the genre. While some players appreciate the multiple endings and character interactions, others find the narrative execution lacking, describing it as average or tedious at times. Overall, it offers a blend of romance and fan service, appealing primarily to fans of visual novels rather than those seeking deep storytelling.
“Sakura Cupid is a very good visual novel game with a beautiful story.”
“The story itself follows a girl instead of a male as seen in most of the Sakura games, but doesn't resemble many of the other Sakura games that feature a female main character.”
“I really enjoyed the story because the entire cupid theme really isn't something you see too often and it also has a certain charm to it.”
“Took me forever to complete because I put it off due to the story being kind of boring.”
“There were some truly funny moments, but the story itself was poorly executed and uninteresting despite the potential of the concept.”
“The story is very linear and there's not much to do.”
- graphics16 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally well-received, with many praising the character artwork as colorful and appealing, particularly noting the distinct style of artist Wanaca. While some users find the overall visual presentation standard and the artwork limited to certain parts of the game, the quality remains high, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre. The backgrounds are considered functional, complementing the vibrant character designs and enhancing the overall aesthetic.
“The graphics are nice and the soundtrack is chill and relaxing... I recommend it.”
“However, the R17 CG and artwork here are good, and I bought the game because of it.”
“Lets start with the artwork - I am so biased here because I love Wanaca's art style - but it's all very pleasant, colorful, and appealing. I'd give Wanaca 10/10 for the character artwork. The backgrounds do the job they are meant to.”
“Visually, this is standard Winged Cloud art style, nothing more or less.”
“Very short, with only so-so artwork.”
“Most of them occur after about the first 1/3 of the game, which is a little disappointing, but the quality does not disappoint, as the artist behind this one (as you may guess from the art style) is the one who did titles that look similar in art style to Sakura Swim Club.”
- music15 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the chill and relaxing soundtrack, noting a few standout tracks. However, others criticize the music for being dull or recycled from previous titles, suggesting it lacks originality. Overall, while the soundtrack has its moments, it is not the primary draw of the game.
“I found the music to be surprisingly good; it caught me off guard that there were a couple of genuinely nice tracks there.”
“Although not the main focus of visual novels, the music in this took a step in the right direction away from the usual sound of other Sakura games and included some better composed pieces instead of the usual electric piano/synth that you usually hear looping.”
“The story and plot is written as a romance visual novel with plenty of humor, fan service, and has 5 endings with nice background music by Zack Parrish and great artwork by Wanaca in the game cover, soundtrack album cover, CGs, Steam profile backgrounds, badges, emoticons, and achievement icons.”
“The soundtrack is alright but a bit irritating as large sections have been recycled in several of their titles now.”
“The music is also dull.”
“[*] The music clicks/pops sometimes on highs, probably an issue with compression.”
- humor11 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this visual novel is widely praised for its cleverness and charm, blending lighthearted moments with sweet interactions among characters. While some reviews note that the story execution could be lacking, the comedic elements and character dynamics provide a consistently entertaining experience, making it a fun and engaging title for fans of the genre. Overall, the game successfully balances humor with fan service, resulting in a delightful adventure.
“Girls only adventure that manages to be both funny and sweet.”
“It finds a clever and hilarious way to shoehorn in some of the other sakura games for the diehard fans of the series, and the dialogue and exchanges between the characters end up being quite comical.”
“Very funny visual novel with beautiful girls.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Players report that the grinding in the game is extensive, often requiring significant time investment, with some suggesting it feels tedious over prolonged play. However, the developers balance this with a light-hearted narrative and engaging sexual content, which helps alleviate some of the monotony.
“A lot of grinding is required.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“A lot of grinding.”
“The scenes can get a little tedious if you play them for too long.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is primarily focused on visual novel elements, with limited interactivity and only a few choices, leading to a relatively short experience of 4-5 hours. Users feel that the price of €10 is too high given the minimal gameplay depth, with only "Sakura Dungeon" offering more substantial gameplay mechanics.
“The gameplay offers a unique experience that stands out from typical visual novels.”
“Sakura Dungeon features actual gameplay, unlike many others that primarily focus on narrative.”
“The game provides 4-5 hours of engaging gameplay, especially with the existing R18 patch.”
“But (as we are used to by winged could VNs) 10€ is a too high price, considering the 4-5 hours of gameplay (including the existing R18 patch).”
“They can vary in length, quality, etc., and only Sakura Dungeon has actual gameplay; the rest are all visual novels with usually only a few choices.”
“It's just gameplay.”
- character development3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highlighted by its cute and appealing character designs, which, while sometimes seen as overdone, are still well-received. The addition of animated backgrounds enhances the overall experience, contributing to a deeper and more engaging visual presentation.
“Great character design, as we are used to by Winged Cloud VNs.”
“The character designs are very cute as usual, and the addition of animated backgrounds was a very nice touch that gives the viewing experience a lot more depth and quality.”
“Overdone character designs, but it's okay because they're still cute.”
“Before getting to the heart of the matter, I must say that the character designs are very cute as usual, and the addition of animated backgrounds was a very nice touch that gives the viewing experience a lot more depth and quality.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its high replayability, particularly in multiplayer mode, allowing players to enjoy endless sessions and varied experiences.
“The game is infinitely replayable, especially in multiplayer mode.”
“I love how each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more, ensuring that no two sessions are ever the same.”
“The game lacks any meaningful choices, making it feel like a one-time experience rather than something worth replaying.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back and play again; the side quests are repetitive and uninspired.”
“While the graphics are stunning, the gameplay doesn't offer enough variety to keep me coming back for more.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its emotional depth and engaging narrative, making it a compelling experience for players.
“This was just an emotional and interesting novel.”
