SENRAN KAGURA Peach Ball
- August 14, 2019
- Tamsoft
- 6h median play time
Solid and definitely has an audience. There could be some hard-to-ignore faults, but the experience is fun.
Get on Steam"Senran Kagura Peach Ball" is a pinball game featuring the shinobi girls from the Senran Kagura series. After being exposed to a mysterious concoction, the girls believe they've turned into animals and the only cure is the mystical Peach Ball. Players must use pinball flippers to apply the antidote and return the girls to normal. The game offers dynamic tables and various ways to interact with the characters.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features fun and engaging pinball mechanics with colorful and vibrant tables.
- The fan service is entertaining, with cute character designs and humorous interactions.
- The game is well-optimized and runs smoothly, providing a light-hearted and enjoyable experience.
- There are only two pinball tables, which makes the gameplay repetitive and lacking in variety.
- The physics can feel inconsistent, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.
- The price point is considered high for the limited content, making it feel like a cash grab.
- story198 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 76 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The story in this game is generally perceived as simplistic and repetitive, often feeling like an afterthought with little significance. While some players appreciate its absurdity and humor, many criticize it for being lackluster and overly reliant on fan service, with similar objectives across different character arcs leading to a monotonous experience. Overall, the narrative serves primarily as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a compelling element in its own right.
“The story is simple, funny, and heart-wrenching.”
“I love the presentation, story in a pinball game with cut scenes and dialogue, love the art direction and presentation.”
“A fun arcade game with an interesting plot and cute girls.”
“The story is very lackluster and feels like an afterthought for the game.”
“The storyline is braindead; sure, the games have always been silly, but they didn't even try on this one.”
“As for the story, nothing to write home about; it's the equivalent of some fan-fiction shenanigans.”
- gameplay81 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mix of fun and frustration, featuring a laid-back pinball experience with unique mechanics like multiball and character interactions, but it suffers from a lack of variety with only two tables and limited characters. While some players enjoy the casual nature and customization options, others find the gameplay repetitive and the physics lacking, leading to a less engaging experience overall. Despite its shortcomings, it can be enjoyable for fans of the genre who appreciate the lighthearted, ecchi elements.
“Super fever time / hustle time is a fun mechanic which makes you focus on the game since it will have 3 balls rolling at the same time, so I'm glad the ball return mechanic exists.”
“The game is a fantastic pinball game that has super fun and addicting gameplay and plenty of ecchi.”
“The two currently available tables are fast-paced, have a good variety of mechanics, and have features that set both games apart from each other.”
“There's plenty of customization you'd expect from the series, but there's a serious lack in the gameplay.”
“I didn't like it as the ball lagged out of the arena most of my gameplay, so I couldn't beat any levels which got me annoyed. No matter what I tried, it kept doing it over and over again. I have a pretty okay computer that handles just about anything, so this shouldn't have been a problem, but sadly there was.”
“There just wasn't a whole lot to the game, gameplay-wise.”
- graphics36 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and distinct art style, with many users noting the visuals as a highlight alongside a soothing soundtrack. While some found the graphics simple or reminiscent of older games, others appreciated the customization options and overall aesthetic appeal. However, a few reviewers mentioned minor graphical oddities and a desire for more variety in the music.
“The visuals are amazing with customization of the ladies, and the pinball gameplay is good, making it an enjoyable experience.”
“The game has a very distinct art style on the loading screen, title screen, cutscenes, and such.”
“Graphics, atmosphere, and sounds are all outstanding; maybe it could use more/better music variety, but that can be overlooked.”
“Yeah, the graphics were simple.”
“Seriously, I don't like this game because the game's graphics reminded me of Hamsterball from Raptisoft games, which made me uncomfortable.”
“Other than that, there are some graphical oddities.”
- music34 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its solid quality and soothing soundtracks, with many players enjoying the original score and nostalgic DLC tracks from previous titles. While some feel the music could benefit from more variety, it remains enjoyable and complements the gameplay well, with standout tracks that resonate even outside of play sessions. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the game's atmosphere, aligning well with its visuals and voice work.
“Amazing OST, like, I listen to the OST even when I'm not playing. The credits song makes me think of a Leisure Suit Larry game.”
“Soundtrack is quite good - there is also DLC with tracks from previous games and yeah, nostalgia hits hard.”
“The OST is also super catchy, with different tracks cutting in depending on stuff like whether fever mode is activated or not.”
“Just wish there was more music and pinball tables.”
“Graphics, atmosphere, sounds are all outstanding, maybe could use more/better music variety but that can be lowered.”
“Music is alright but love the anime song that plays in the final fight.”
- humor26 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a mix of absurdity and lightheartedness, featuring funny dialogues and quirky situations that often border on the risqué. Players find the comedic elements entertaining, with amusing bugs and playful interactions, though some express discomfort with the game's more provocative themes. Overall, the humor is seen as a key aspect that adds charm and enjoyment to the gameplay experience.
“The story is simple, funny, and heart-wrenching.”
“It's incredibly hilarious, and out of all the girls, I would say that Asuka is the absolute cutest.”
“The humor is great between characters and in-game bonus levels, like the ice cream bunny landing in between the boobs or slapping the girls' butts with the flappers.”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, players find that while the game offers less grinding due to fewer collectibles, certain modes, particularly the pinball game, can become repetitive and require grinding on the same boards for achievements. Story mode is often described as tedious, but free mode provides a more enjoyable experience without the need for extensive grinding.
“The pinball game, though, is pretty repetitive, and some of the achievements will have you grinding out the same 2 boards.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Story mode is tedious, but free mode is alright.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game faces significant optimization issues, particularly characterized by frequent stuttering that occurs at inopportune moments, negatively impacting the overall performance experience.
“The game optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I was amazed by the performance test results; the game runs flawlessly with minimal lag.”
“The developers have done a fantastic job with game optimization, making it accessible for a wider range of hardware.”
“Performance-wise, it suffers from stuttering, which is a problem because it always happens at a bad time.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the replayability of the game is considered limited due to a lack of content, with only five playable characters and insufficient activities to engage players. Many reviewers suggest that additional stages and characters could significantly enhance the game's replay value, but as it stands, it may not justify its price for those not deeply invested in the series.
“There just isn't enough to do or replayability with high scores to justify the price of this game.”
“There just isn't enough things to do or replayability with high scores to justify the price of this game.”
“If you're only into this series, you may not find it appealing, as only 5 characters are playable.”
“I think with the addition of one more stage and a couple extra characters, Peach Ball would have way more replay value!”
- emotional4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a simple yet impactful story that blends humor with heart-wrenching moments. However, some users found the narrative lacking due to language barriers, leading to mixed reviews.
“The story is simple, funny, and heart-wrenching.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is widely criticized as a lazy and overpriced cash grab, exploiting a beloved franchise while offering minimal content. Many users feel it capitalizes on the franchise's decline, with a focus on superficial elements rather than meaningful gameplay.
“A very lazy, barebones, overpriced cash grab on an amazing franchise that is already dying due to censorship.”
“Just a big cash grab and an excuse to slap some girls in a wolf costume.”
- character development4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is criticized for being shallow, with characters often reduced to repetitive jokes and stereotypes, particularly regarding their physical designs and behaviors. One reviewer specifically expressed disappointment in the lack of depth for certain characters, wishing for more substantial growth and individuality.
“Most of the jokes in this game revolve around the girls acting like animals, or Ryōna being a masochist, who is one of my least favorite characters. I wish she had more character development.”
“The character designs are cute, but it seems like they all have the same body.”
“The character designs are cute, but it seems like they all have the same body.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its outstanding graphics and sound design, creating an immersive experience. However, some users suggest that the music variety could be improved, though this is considered a minor issue.
“The graphics, atmosphere, and sounds are all outstanding, though it could benefit from more variety in the music.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates excellent stability, with users reporting no bugs, glitches, clipping, or tearing during gameplay. Overall, it runs smoothly without any noticeable issues.
