Sakura Shrine Girls
- August 26, 2016
- Winged Cloud
- 6h median play time
Get on Steam"Sakura Shrine Girls" is a visual novel following the story of two girls, Himari and Mihoshi, who become shrine maidens at the mysterious Kumasagi shrine. As they navigate their new roles, they uncover secrets of the shrine and its supernatural inhabitants, while also learning more about themselves and their own beliefs. The game features multiple endings based on the player's choices throughout the story.
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Reviews
- The artwork is visually pleasing and above average, with nice character designs and detailed backgrounds.
- The game features a light-hearted and cute story with enjoyable characters, making it a fun experience for fans of the genre.
- The music complements the gameplay well, providing a relaxing atmosphere throughout the visual novel.
- The story is considered too short and lacks depth, with some players feeling it drags on without much happening.
- Many players found the writing to be clichéd and the character development lacking, leading to a predictable and unengaging experience.
- The game is viewed as overpriced for the amount of content it offers, with some recommending waiting for discounts.
- story34 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its straightforward and enjoyable romantic comedy elements, while others criticize it for being overly wordy, predictable, and lacking depth. Many appreciate the cute and emotional aspects, but feel the narrative is too short and could benefit from more detail and closure. Overall, it seems to cater well to fans of the genre, despite its clichés and occasional abruptness.
“The story is about one priest and two cat spirits.”
“The story and plot is written like a romantic comedy with a share of humor and fanservice and has three nice happy endings; the background music, artwork, and overall presentation are great.”
“I enjoyed the story and liked the way our character is skeptical of spirits at the beginning but has no choice but to start believing.”
“The story was way too wordy and not interesting.”
“But the story is too short and undetailed.”
“The clichés wouldn’t be so much of a problem if the story wasn’t boring and badly written, but it is.”
- music8 mentions
- 88 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for being relaxing and fitting the overall aesthetic, enhancing the slice-of-life romantic comedy experience. Reviewers note that it complements the action well, with a mix of pleasant background tunes and appropriate Japanese-style music, while also incorporating humorous tracks during comedic scenes. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's charm and presentation.
“Overall, a short slice of life comedy romance visual novel with good art and fitting, relaxing music.”
“Short, but cute story with pleasant music.”
“As usual for the Sakura games, the music is nice and doesn't seem to be really repetitive, and fits well with the game's overall aesthetics.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally well-received, with users praising the artwork as good to very nice, featuring a fun anime style and appealing character designs. While some players desire more content, the overall presentation, including background music and trading card artwork, enhances the experience. The visuals align with the romantic comedy theme, making it a worthwhile pick for fans of the genre, especially during discounts.
“The story and plot is written like a romantic comedy with a share of humor and fanservice and has 3 nice happy endings. The background music by Ren from the circle 'Bastat Tail', artwork by Inma and Fatelinealpha, and overall presentation are great.”
“The art style is also really fun and anime-like, so give it a check or just give my video a go if you want to see firsthand what you would be getting into!”
“A very interesting visual novel with multiple endings (3 variations) and very nice artwork on both the background CGs and the characters Kayo and Nayoko themselves. This is definitely worth picking up if you are a fan of Sakura games.”
“The artwork is good... not great... but very nice... would love to get some good Steam backgrounds from them.”
“The familiar shiny-boobed aesthetic is in play as usual, which I personally find quite pleasing.”
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is considered average, with some users noting that it aligns with typical visual novel storytelling. While it may appeal to fans of the genre, it does not stand out significantly in terms of depth or complexity.
“If you like visual novels or a story that showcases character development.”
“The writing is about average, and so is the character development.”
“The character development feels shallow and lacks depth.”
“I expected more from the character arcs; they didn't evolve in a meaningful way.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing conflict between characters Nayoko and Kayo, which adds a lighthearted touch to the narrative. Players find the overall tone to be cute and funny, contributing to a highly enjoyable experience that they recommend to others.
“I liked to see that at the end Nayoko and Kayo understood, but it was funny when the two were fighting each other.”
“This game might be one of the best ones around; it's so cute and funny. I highly recommend this game to everyone.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users highlight that each sakura story evokes a unique emotional response, emphasizing the depth and individuality of the narratives.
“Every sakura story is emotional in its own way.”
“The game beautifully captures the essence of human emotions.”
“I was deeply moved by the character's journey and the emotional depth of the narrative.”
