Secrets of Me

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"Secrets of Me" is a visual novel game that explores the life of a young artist, Kanade, who moves to a new town and discovers a mysterious mansion. The game features a branching narrative with multiple endings, based on the player's choices and interactions with various characters. As Kanade uncovers the secrets of the mansion and its previous inhabitants, she must also confront her own fears and insecurities.

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Play Modes

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

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

story7 positive mentions

gameplay1 negative mentions

The game features a unique premise that deviates from typical otome games, providing a humorous take on stalking and romance.
Some characters, like Mizuki, are well-received for their charm and backstories, adding depth to the narrative.
The writing includes moments of humor and absurdity that can be entertaining, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate quirky storytelling.

The game is plagued by problematic themes, including stalking, cheating, and sexual assault, which can be distressing for players.
Many characters are poorly developed, often falling into cliche tropes, and the protagonist is frequently portrayed as naive and lacking common sense.
The overall execution suffers from inconsistent quality in writing, art, and music, leading to a lack of immersion and enjoyment.

story
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing its reliance on cliches, shallow character development, and unrealistic portrayals of serious themes like stalking and sexual assault. While some appreciated the unique plot twists and character backstories, others found the overall narrative lacking depth and coherence, leading to a disappointing experience. Despite its attempts at humor and originality, the story often felt overdramatic and failed to engage players meaningfully.
- “The story was quite interesting and a bit unusual; it was refreshing.”
- “I liked that all the stories had a different plot; the main character would take on different jobs, and her background would change according to the story, overall not repetitive.”
- “The story line, as wacky as it is, is strong; the music doesn’t stutter as much as in others, and it’s a pleasing, relaxing game.”
- “Add in the fact that the main character is stalked or sexually assaulted and grabbed against her will, and then constantly made fun of for being innocent. It's made known that they 'want to assault her for being innocent,' which completely made me uninterested in the rest of the story.”
- “The premise is dumb (stalking isn't cute), cliche over cliche, with dumb plot twists and a dumb story.”
- “In my opinion, one of the routes was simply terrible, with barely any direction and sense of flow in the story. Events just kept happening and being thrown around, and the progression of the relationship felt plastic and mechanical.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in this otome game is characterized by its self-aware and absurd situations, often eliciting genuine laughter from players. The protagonist's innocent misunderstandings and the quirky character interactions contribute to a light-hearted tone, making it a comedic experience that keeps players entertained throughout the story. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with romance, ensuring that players are more likely to laugh than cry.
- “This game had a unique premise for an otome game in that you get to play a stalker, so in some cases it was self-aware and I want to believe it was humorous on purpose, too.”
- “This is definitely a more funny and somewhat light-hearted otome game; I found myself snorting at some of the situations the main character got herself into.”
- “I was laughing through the entire story.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with many reviewers describing it as subpar and inconsistent, often feeling more suited for a mobile platform than a PC. While some found it relaxing, others noted specific irritating elements and a lack of originality, leading to an overall average to poor reception.
- “The storyline, as wacky as it is, is strong, and the music doesn’t stutter as much as in others; it’s a pleasing, relaxing game.”
- “The music also seemed familiar, maybe recycled from another game, though it was pleasant enough.”
- “This kind of soundtrack is acceptable for a mobile game (in fact, this game is a port from a mobile game), but not on PC.”
- “There were also quite a few scenes where the background music, which admittedly isn't great, just came to a screeching halt.”
- “The worst part, by far, is the music.”
- “This kind of soundtrack is acceptable for a mobile game (in fact this game is a port from a mobile game), but not on PC.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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40%
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the character designs and artwork, particularly the CGs and sprites, while others found the overall aesthetic average or unappealing. The art style elicited a range of opinions, indicating a divide among players regarding its quality and impact on the gaming experience.
- “I really liked the art style in this game, specifically the CGs and character sprites.”
- “I liked the artwork; it wasn't bad.”
- “Not a fan of the art style in this game.”
- “Artwork is average, nothing to really write home about.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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25%
Reviewers appreciate the character development in the game, noting that it stands out compared to others in the genre. They emphasize that strong interactions and dialogue contribute significantly to the overall experience, even without an overly dramatic storyline.
- “I do not need an overdramatic or melodramatic story if the interactions, character development, and dialogue are good.”
- “There was actually character development compared to some of the other ones.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews highlight a struggle with emotional expression in characters, noting that while one character is kind and caring beneath a rough exterior, overall emotional attachment to the characters and their stories is lacking despite their appealing designs and personalities.
- “Even though he is rough with expressing himself (the emotional constipation thing), he is really kind and caring deep down.”
- “The characters had great designs and personalities, but I didn't feel an emotional attachment to any of them or their stories.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay has been criticized for its lack of direction and coherence, with a disjointed narrative that hampers the flow of events and results in a mechanical progression of relationships.
- “In my opinion, one of the routes was simply terrible, with barely any direction and a lack of flow in the story. Events just kept happening and being thrown around, and the progression of the relationship felt plastic and mechanical.”