Sakura Sakura

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"Sakura Sakura" is a visual novel game that follows the story of two young women, Himeno and Yuu, as they navigate their relationship and life in a small Japanese town. The game features multiple endings based on the player's choices throughout the story. With beautiful artwork and a focus on character development, "Sakura Sakura" is a must-play for fans of the visual novel genre.

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

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews

story10 positive mentions

gameplay1 negative mentions

The game features beautiful HD art and character designs, enhancing the overall visual experience.
The story offers a decent love triangle and engaging character interactions, making it enjoyable for fans of romantic comedies.
The game provides a significant amount of content, with multiple routes and endings that encourage replayability.

The pacing is inconsistent, with some routes feeling rushed while others drag on, leading to a disjointed experience.
Many characters are portrayed as cold-hearted or annoying, which can detract from the enjoyment of the story.
The game suffers from a lack of meaningful choices, making the player's decisions feel less impactful.

story
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
73%
8%
The story of "Sakura Sakura" is a high school slice-of-life narrative that intertwines romance and comedy, featuring multiple character routes and a love triangle that is refreshingly engaging. While some players found certain scenes to be filler or the pacing to be uneven, many appreciated the depth of character development and the emotional investment fostered throughout the lengthy gameplay. Overall, the storytelling is described as immersive and enjoyable, despite some critiques regarding humor and unresolved plot points.
- “The story is quite catchy and immersive; my mood and feelings were constantly changing according to what was happening in the story, and you're always wanting to know what will happen next. Countless were the moments I caught myself cheering for the protagonist and sharing his feelings.”
- “But this visual novel is not like that; I’ve finished the story in almost 30 hours, which may sound like a lot for a 'just reading' game, but honestly, it doesn’t feel long. The time flies when you are reading, and being immersed in the story makes you feel attached to the characters and develop feelings for them, which really changes your experience.”
- “The story is sweet and romantic, with each girl being endearing in their own way.”
- “If I'm completely honest, I fast-forwarded many of those parts because I always considered them to be filler scenes that don't add anything to the story.”
- “That said, it does falter a bit with a lackluster story with characters that don't really have much substance to them.”
- “Unfortunately, Sakura Sakura suffers from a common problem affecting most pure love story visual novels, that being bad pacing.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
43%
The humor in the game is described as a mixed bag; while some characters deliver enjoyable and unexpected jokes, others engage in violent and harassing behavior that detracts from the comedic experience. Overall, the game features fun characters and a sweet romantic storyline, with humor being a consistent element, though not without its flaws.
- “The characters were enjoyable to learn about and crack some jokes out of left field that are sometimes funny.”
- “This is a good read; it's funny and the romance is sweet for all four routes.”
- “Fun characters, good humor throughout, and some good feelings going through the game overall.”
- “The humor in this game falls flat; the characters' interactions with the main character are more annoying than amusing, making me wish for a choice to retaliate against Naoki.”
- “The attempts at humor feel forced and often miss the mark, leaving me more frustrated than entertained.”
- “Instead of being funny, the jokes come off as cringeworthy, detracting from the overall experience of the game.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the wholesome relationships between the main characters, creating a heartwarming experience despite some unrealistic plot elements. While some find the story dull, others appreciate the relatable themes that foster a strong attachment to the characters. Overall, it balances romantic comedy with genuine emotional moments.
- “The relationship between both main characters and both girls is really wholesome, and it becomes enjoyable.”
- “This is a rom-com visual novel with heartwarming stories.”
- “Of course, some things that usually don’t happen in a high schooler's life happen in this plot, but they are not impossible. This plot could be someone’s life, which is another reason that made me feel attached to the characters while I was reading.”
- “The story is super dull and boring, and the characters appear much younger than usual.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics of the game are praised for their fantastic artwork and clean drawing style, contributing to a visually pleasing experience. While some may find the graphics slightly outdated compared to contemporary titles, the high-definition art and simple facial animations enhance immersion and overall quality.
- “The artwork is fantastic; the drawing style of this visual novel is very beautiful and clean, making it a pleasure to look at.”
- “On top of that, the game is very well done graphically, with nice HD art and even some simple facial animations to make the game more immersive.”
- “The upscaled graphics and improved programming really shine in the finished product.”
- “The graphics may seem a bit outdated compared to CGs these days, but if you play this game, you will soon realize that it's not really an issue.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, receiving a score of 7.5/10 for its excellent soundtrack that effectively complements various emotional moments throughout the plot, including happy, sad, tense, and romantic themes, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The soundtrack is excellent, featuring a variety of songs that perfectly match the different situations throughout the plot—happy songs, sad songs, tense songs, and of course, romantic ones. This greatly enhances the overall experience.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the replayability of the game, highlighting the enjoyment of exploring different outcomes through the two choices available in each scenario. This encourages multiple playthroughs to experience all possible paths.
- “There are two choices in each of the scenarios, and it makes replayability fun, trying both out.”
- “Replayability is fantastic!”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players feel that the use of humor in the gameplay can be excessive, detracting from the impact of dramatic or tense moments in the story. While the comedic elements are expected in a comedy, they sometimes undermine the mood of key scenes, suggesting that a more balanced approach could enhance the overall narrative experience.
- “In certain moments during the gameplay, I felt that humor was unnecessarily used or overused. Of course, I know that we are talking about a comedy here, but I think that the typical anime humor ruined some dramatic or tense dialogues and moments of the story, breaking the mood of the scene. I reckon that some scenes would have been better and added more to the story if their moods hadn’t been broken by humor.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of "Sakura Sakura" is characterized by its original and engaging setting, complemented by endearing characters that enhance the romantic and comedic elements of the story. While some main characters may not resonate as strongly, the overall vibe is enriched by a mix of humor and relatable interactions.
- “Sakura is a romantic/slice of life comedy with a real story, an original atmosphere, and endearing characters. The unique ambiance truly enhances the experience.”
- “The atmosphere in this game is captivating, drawing you into its world and making you feel connected to the characters.”
- “The blend of humor and heartfelt moments creates a charming atmosphere that keeps you engaged throughout the story.”