Select Oblige

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Select Oblige is a single player action game with romance, drama, comedy and erotic themes. It was developed by Madosoft and was released on November 8, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Select Oblige is the latest title from the popular Japanese visual novel brand Madosoft. It features character design and artwork by renowned illustrator Hiyo Yuzuna, with the story crafted by Shoukei Wakaba. The main heroines are voiced by Hana Akino, Kanau, Ren Sagami, and Yuuka Nanakusa.

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Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

story9 positive mentions

character development3 negative mentions

The art and character design are visually appealing, enhancing the overall experience of the game.
The story features engaging character development and emotional romance, particularly in the routes of Eve and Kaname.
Despite translation issues, the narrative is compelling and offers a satisfying experience for fans of the genre.

The English translation is poorly executed, with numerous grammatical errors and awkward phrasing that can confuse players.
Some story elements feel predictable and familiar, lacking unexpected twists that seasoned visual novel players might expect.
Certain routes, particularly Tori's, are considered weak or underdeveloped, leaving players wanting more depth from minor characters.

story
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is characterized as a lighthearted, romance-driven narrative set in an elite academy, featuring multiple routes that allow players to explore complex relationships with distinct heroines. While the overall plot is engaging and well-structured, some reviewers noted its predictability and similarity to typical harem anime tropes, suggesting it may not offer many surprises for seasoned visual novel players. Despite these critiques, the game is praised for its charming storytelling and character development, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.
- “There is an actual compelling narrative here in this story.”
- “The whole story is well put together, and as far as I paid attention, there were no glaring plot holes.”
- “The game weaves together ambition, complex social dynamics, and captivating storytelling to offer an experience both heartfelt and engaging.”
- “At first, the story feels a bit boring, but I started to enjoy it once I entered the heroine’s route.”
- “The story is light and easy to read, not amazing but not bad either, just mediocre.”
- “My personal opinion on the story is that it's just on the same tier as a trashy gimmicky seasonal pseudo-harem/rom-com anime.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising the emotive soundtrack by Faylan, particularly the powerful theme song and dynamic background music that enhance the emotional experience. While some find the overall soundtrack decent, others feel it lacks memorability outside of the opening track. Overall, the music is considered above average, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “The art is really cute, the voice acting is good, and I like the soundtrack.”
- “Intro song rocks and the soundtrack overall is decent.”
- “ [b]Emotive soundtrack by Faylan:[/b] A powerful theme song and dynamic background music heighten the emotional impact.”
- “The music is a notch above average, and the art is pretty good.”
- “Music B+: while the original OST of this game is okay, it's not really memorable with the exception of the opening done by Faylan.”
- “The game’s accessible, choice-driven gameplay, combined with a stirring soundtrack by Faylan, draws players in, while mature-themed h-scenes add emotional depth.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game delivers a compelling emotional experience through its quality love stories and engaging character arcs, enhanced by a powerful soundtrack. Players navigate complex social dynamics and face emotional challenges alongside the protagonists, with each heroine offering unique romance paths that culminate in satisfying, heartfelt endings. The combination of immersive storytelling and mature themes adds depth to the overall emotional impact.
- “ [b]Emotive soundtrack by faylan:[/b] A powerful theme song and dynamic background music heighten the emotional impact.”
- “The game weaves together ambition, complex social dynamics, and captivating storytelling to offer an experience both heartfelt and engaging.”
- “Each heroine presents a distinctive romance path, from the graceful and composed Kanade to the spirited Tohri, with beautifully rendered CGs and emotionally immersive scenes that reveal layers of their personalities, enriching the player's journey.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "Select Oblige" are highly praised for their stunning quality, featuring captivating artwork by Hiyo Yuzuna that enhances the romantic and mature storytelling. With 20 scenes and 40 CGs, the visuals effectively bring the narrative to life, making it a visual delight for fans of adult visual novels.
- “The artwork by Hiyo Yuzuna is a visual delight, bringing each moment to life.”
- “Stunning art and design: the character artwork by Hiyo Yuzuna is captivating, perfectly aligning with the romantic themes and enhancing the visual appeal of each scene.”
- “Stunning, with Hiyo Yuzuna’s art style that enhances the story’s romantic and slice-of-life elements.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by smooth mechanics and a choice-driven structure that allows players to explore distinct paths and unique endings for each heroine. While some players noted minor resolution limitations, these do not detract from the overall enjoyment. The combination of intuitive gameplay and a compelling soundtrack enhances the experience, with mature themes adding emotional depth.
- “Smooth gameplay with minor issues; resolution limitations noted by some players do not impact overall enjoyment.”
- “Choice-driven gameplay: engage with intuitive mechanics to explore distinct paths and unique endings for each heroine.”
- “The game’s accessible, choice-driven gameplay, combined with a stirring soundtrack by faylan, draws players in, while mature-themed h-scenes add emotional depth.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts high replayability due to its four unique story routes and multiple endings, encouraging players to explore different character narratives. Additional features like special modes and memory slots further enhance the experience, ensuring that each playthrough feels distinct and rewarding.
- “High replay value: the four unique story routes offer substantial replayability for uncovering each character’s narrative arc.”
- “High replayability: with multiple endings and diverse routes, the game remains fresh and enjoyable through several playthroughs.”
- “The four unique story routes offer substantial replayability for uncovering each character’s narrative arc.”
- “Additional events and memory slots in special mode add considerable replayability, making each route feel unique and rewarding.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers appreciate the character design in the game, noting it aligns with the typical visual novel style reminiscent of other titles by Madosoft and Hikarifield. While the designs may not be groundbreaking or original, they are visually appealing and well-executed.
- “The art and character design are really good; I prefer the current ones over Madosoft’s previous designs.”
- “Character design in this game follows the typical visual novel style, reminiscent of many other games published by Hikarifield (like Aokana, Senren Banka, etc.). While it may not be new or original, the images and characters are still pleasant to look at.”
- “Character design in this game follows the typical visual novel style, reminiscent of many other games published by Hikarifield (such as Aokana and Senren Banka). While it lacks originality, the images and characters are still pleasant to look at.”
- “The character development feels shallow and predictable, lacking the depth and complexity that would make the characters truly engaging.”
- “Despite the appealing visuals, the characters lack meaningful growth throughout the story, making it hard to connect with them on a deeper level.”