Sakura MMO 3
- July 6, 2019
- Winged Cloud
Sakura MMO 3 is the final game in the series, where Viola, a woman transported into the MMORPG Asaph Online, must defeat the fallen goddess Iona to save the world. Alongside her harem of cute girls, Viola embarks on a journey across the ocean, battling enemies and overcoming challenges in this light-hearted, anime-inspired RPG. Will Viola be able to save Asaph, or will she meet a tragic end? Play to find out.
Reviews
- The game features excellent character development and a compelling story that serves as a satisfying conclusion to the trilogy.
- The artwork and animations are high quality, enhancing the overall experience of the visual novel.
- Multiple endings and routes provide replayability, allowing players to explore different outcomes and character interactions.
- The game is relatively short, which may not justify the price for some players, especially given the recycled content from previous installments.
- Some players found the character choices frustrating, feeling that they were forced into specific routes rather than having true freedom of choice.
- The lack of voice acting and minimal explicit content, even with the adult patch, disappointed some fans expecting more from the series.
- story27 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The story across the "Sakura" series is praised for its strong character development and engaging narrative, culminating in a satisfying conclusion in the final installment. Reviewers highlight the seamless integration of CGI, fitting music, and a varied storyline that includes elements like naval pirate action, enhancing the overall experience. While some critiques mention a lack of depth and the necessity of an adult content patch for a complete experience, the series is generally recommended for visual novel fans due to its entertaining and rich storytelling.
“It has very good character development during these three games and, in my opinion, one of the best stories in the 'Sakura' world.”
“Story-wise, I think this part is the best of the three; it's the culmination of the whole story.”
“Still in the end, I ended up liking this series a lot, with a very cool story, so what else can I do but recommend this series to any visual novel fans.”
“While a decent story, it is still a Sakura game by Winged Cloud... also, the game has an open ending, so perhaps there may be a sequel down the road...”
“I hated this third opus, because indeed despite a shaky story, I decided to continue curious to know the end, and that's when I realized I had to start all over again, all because I had put this character aside.”
“I'm not saying they are bad, just for me the story becomes somewhat boring and meaningless, adventure and amusement.”
- music7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for being fitting and enjoyable, with many users appreciating its consistency with previous installments. While some feel it is largely recycled, the overall quality and suitability of the soundtrack enhance the experience, complementing the game's art and comedic elements effectively. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, making it a highlight for players.
“Overall, a fairly decent ending to the yuri isekai series with multiple endings, good art, and pleasant music.”
“What I like a lot in this title is again the great accompanying music; it is very fitting for this story.”
“At the same time, the great artwork and background music in this game, along with a few laughs in the story with nice happy endings, allow me to look past the price.”
“The game uses the same background music by Zack Parrish and artwork style by Inma and Fatelinealpha in the game cover, backgrounds, character sprites, CGs, Steam achievement icons, emoticons, and profile backgrounds.”
“In addition, this game retains the enjoyable comedic moments as a parody on weaboo culture with words like 'fufufu' and 'kyaaa' while having a western fantasy setting and musical accompaniment, although it has a few typo errors here and there.”
“Music, I believe, was entirely copied from the previous parts, but since I found it fitting, I don't mind.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are praised for their attractive artwork, consistent with Winged Cloud's signature style featuring appealing character designs and vibrant backgrounds. The visuals are complemented by a cohesive aesthetic across various elements, including character sprites and achievement icons, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the combination of beautiful art and engaging music, which contributes to the game's charm and entertainment value.
“The game features very attractive artwork that follows the usual art style of Winged Cloud, showcasing some pretty girls and is really agreeable.”
“The game uses the same background music by Zack Parrish and artwork style by Inma and Fatelinealpha in the game cover, backgrounds, character sprites, CGs, Steam achievement icons, emoticons, and profile backgrounds.”
“At the same time, the great artwork and background music in this game, along with a few laughs in the story and nice happy endings, allow me to look past the price.”
- character development3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Character development in the series is praised for its depth and quality, contributing significantly to the overall narrative. However, players express frustration with the linearity of the game, where choices feel limited and can lead to the exclusion of certain characters, undermining the emotional investment in their development. This dichotomy leaves some players feeling disappointed, as they are unable to fully explore relationships with characters they have grown attached to.
“It has very good character development throughout these three games, and in my opinion, it's one of the best stories in the 'Sakura World.'”
“Now they get some character development, and the whole story gains depth because of this.”
“The character development is frustrating at times, as it feels like you have to choose certain characters to access the end, which makes you forget about others you become attached to.”
“Basically, this game is linear because, despite a multitude of choices, it only gives the illusion of being able to choose. It forces you to select a certain character at the expense of others to access the end. I had to restart the game a good ten times before finding the right choice that allowed me to reach the conclusion. This leads to frustrating character development; why develop characters we become attached to if we have to forget them right after?”
“Now they get some character development, and the whole story gains some depth by this.”