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Sentimental Trickster: Yaoi BL Gay Visual Novel

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94%Game Brain Score
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94% User Score Based on 65 reviews

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Sentimental Trickster: Yaoi BL Gay Visual Novel is a single player casual simulation game with romance, anime and erotic themes. It was developed by Lovenuts and was released on March 23, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

Haru Amari wasn't looking for love, just a new beginning far from his past. Instead he finds himself in complicated relationships where he must decide between his needs and those of the men around him.

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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 65 reviews
story22 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game features well-written, complex characters and realistic, nuanced storylines that explore heavy and mature themes with care.
  • The main character Haru is likable, charismatic, and supported by meaningful relationships, making the story immersive and engaging.
  • The soundtrack and art style provide a calming and pleasant atmosphere that complements the emotional depth of the visual novel.
  • The game contains many heavy, dark topics and trigger warnings that are not always clearly communicated upfront, making it potentially distressing for some players.
  • Some routes, particularly Kanae's and Jin's, feel rushed with uneven pacing, awkward transitions, and occasional technical flaws like inconsistent artwork or missing music.
  • The route selection system can be unclear and frustrating, sometimes requiring guides to reach desired endings, and some side characters feel underdeveloped or clichéd.
  • story
    70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is widely praised for its dark themes, emotional depth, and well-developed, distinct characters, especially the protagonist Haru and the multiple love interests. While some routes—particularly Kanae's—feel rushed or uneven in development, the overall narrative is compelling, nuanced, and offers meaningful psychological and self-reflective elements. Despite occasional pacing and minor writing issues, the storytelling stands out as the game's strongest aspect, creating a captivating and heartfelt experience.

    • “The core and heart of the game is simply fantastic and I loved it from start to finish, so all I can say is that I really recommend playing this game if you're looking for an intriguing, captivating story with a bit of psychology and self-reflection thrown into it, that deals with some realistic (and deep) issues, but in a healing way.”
    • “I'll start my review by saying that the story was, simply put, extremely well done and captivating.”
    • “While the MC Haru has to traverse through this we see more fleshed out elements to the story as you go forward and I myself found myself unable to stop wanting to know more about each of these characters.”
    • “The problem with the other 2 routes is that I feel like the story needed to be fleshed out more.”
    • “The development was all over the place, and he wasn't especially likable throughout the story.”
    • “While not game-breaking, there are parts of the story (especially in Kanae's and Shinya's routes) that felt a bit rushed.”
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for being catchy, calming, and well-suited to the atmosphere, enhancing player immersion. However, several users note issues such as occasional annoyance with certain louder tracks, awkward pauses with missing music in key scenes, and inconsistent use of soundtrack, which sometimes detracts from the experience. Overall, the soundtrack is appreciated but could benefit from more consistency and better integration throughout the game.

    • “Right off the bat, the music and sprites are amazing.”
    • “The art is good, the music fits nicely, sound effects aren't too shabby, characters fit certain cliches but are interesting enough and there's actually a nice story to get invested in and read.”
    • “Music is also catchy and calming to the ear.”
    • “Some of the music got annoying real fast, especially the louder, happier tracks.”
    • “Lack of music honestly takes away from what is happening.”
    • “It would feel different if the lack of music was supposed to be purposeful, but instead it just feels like it was rushed or that no one noticed the lack of music for 10-20 minutes.”
  • emotional
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game delivers a deeply emotional experience, tackling heavy themes such as sexual and emotional abuse, suicide, and complex guilt, which can be triggering for some players. Despite intense and sometimes distressing moments, its relatable characters and heartfelt storytelling create a compelling and immersive emotional journey. Players should approach with caution if they are in a vulnerable emotional state, as the impact feels very real and intense.

    • “I cried and gasped over the stories and the seriously dark twists in some of the routes.”
    • “It's not scared of dealing with the emotional hits, and for the most part, they hit hard.”
    • “It was so realistic and so relatable that I was completely emotionally invested.”
  • humor
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is generally praised for being light-hearted, witty, and well-integrated with charming, charismatic characters, especially the lovable main character. While some find the comedic elements lively and heartwarming, a few note that certain humor veers into absurdity or may not resonate fully. Overall, the writing balances humor with emotional depth, creating an engaging and enjoyable experience.

    • “Let's talk about positive first, the whole writing is great, so light-hearted and funny, every character makes me want to have a go, and the main character is lovable and not just a typical, I don't know the word, sub?”
    • “Haru himself, being the main character, is extremely likable, funny, and charismatic, and not dumb like many protagonists in other visual novels.”
    • “I was impressed by the writing in the original demos, but the warmth, insight, and humor here really took me by surprise.”
  • graphics
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics feature a generally well-received art style with appealing character designs and sprites, though some players noted occasional graphical glitches and found certain artwork elements slightly odd or off-putting. Despite minor flaws, the artwork successfully complements the story and helps engage players. Overall, the visuals are decent and contribute positively to the game's atmosphere.

    • “First of all... love the game, artwork, character design, sound, music, you really get invested into the character's stories.”
    • “He had the best resolution, artwork, characters, backstory, and storyline.”
    • “Overall, the artwork is good, the soundtrack is great and the plot of the story is interesting.”
    • “While the game has its flaws with some graphical glitches, it would have benefited from not being set in Japan for no apparent reason; the setting in USA or Europe might have worked just as well.”
    • “The artwork is decent if sometimes a little odd, but I don't think it detracts from the game much.”
    • “The artwork is alright but not really to my taste; the characters and CGs always looked a bit off to me.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users praise the game's strong character development, particularly highlighting Shinya's growth and the engaging routes of Soichiro and Jin. The well-crafted character design and storytelling effectively immerse players in the characters' journeys.

    • “I liked Soichiro's route and Jin's too. Shinya has the best character development and made me like him.”
    • “First of all... love the game, artwork, character design, sound, music. You really get invested into the characters' stories.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is generally stable with only minor graphical glitches that don't significantly impact the experience. Despite these small issues, the overall execution is strong and the characters are well-received.

  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the gameplay for its depth and variety, as evidenced by extensive playtime and exploration of all routes and endings. The experience is engaging and rewarding for those who invest time in completing multiple story paths.

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Sentimental Trickster: Yaoi BL Gay Visual Novel is a casual simulation game with romance, anime and erotic themes.

Sentimental Trickster: Yaoi BL Gay Visual Novel is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Sentimental Trickster: Yaoi BL Gay Visual Novel was released on March 23, 2021.

Sentimental Trickster: Yaoi BL Gay Visual Novel was developed by Lovenuts.

Sentimental Trickster: Yaoi BL Gay Visual Novel has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked Sentimental Trickster: Yaoi BL Gay Visual Novel for its story but disliked it for its stability.

Sentimental Trickster: Yaoi BL Gay Visual Novel is a single player game.

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