Shan Gui

About Shan Gui

Shan Gui is a single player action game. It received positive reviews from players.

Shan Gui is a short, linear, kinetic visual-novel.

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80%Audience ScoreBased on 232 reviews

story54 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

Beautiful artwork and backgrounds create a stunning visual experience.
Heartwarming and calming story with good flow and emotional depth.
Relaxing soundtrack and effective voice acting enhance atmosphere.

The story is very short and ends abruptly, leaving players wanting more.
Some character designs, especially the eyes, are considered odd or uncomfortable.
Lacks gameplay elements or choices, making it more of a kinetic novel than a game.

story
108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, 46% neutral mentions, 4% negative mentions
The story is widely praised for being heartwarming, beautifully told, and emotionally engaging, with appealing visuals that complement the narrative. However, many users find it too short, linear, and lacking in meaningful choices or a satisfying conclusion, expressing a strong desire for continuation or expansion. Some note minor issues like voice acting quality or pacing but overall appreciate the calm, sweet, and culturally immersive storytelling.
- “The story is absolutely heartwarming, and the graphics are amazing!”
- “It's a very good story; I was able to connect somewhat with the main character about losing my father, and all I can say is this was really heartwarming for me.”
- “A very beautiful short visual novel with a great narrative and a compelling story.”
- “The story ended abruptly and I still long for knowledge about their future.”
- “Simple but moving and nice :3 the story ended in a very abrupt disappointing way though and it's annoying.”
- “Well written, but lacks plot development and conclusion.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
85% positive mentions, 7% neutral mentions, 8% negative mentions
The graphics are widely praised for their beautiful artwork and clear, stunning visuals that complement the story well. Users appreciate the captivating art style and calming backgrounds, though a few noted minor issues with character eye animations. Overall, the graphics create a wonderful ambiance that enhances the game's emotional and immersive experience.
- “The graphics were beautiful and fitted well with the story.”
- “Stunning artstyle, intriguing storyline, a nice ending.”
- “I first got this since it was free on the store page and I absolutely love the idea of combining great anime graphics with beautiful drawings and I hope they do more of this type of game in the future.”
- “Graphics are okay but I can't enjoy them because the eyes seem to look left and right at the same time.”
- “I love the visuals and stuff but the talking and story are so long that it feels like you're playing a tap game.”
music
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64% positive mentions, 24% neutral mentions, 12% negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming, soothing, and atmospheric qualities, with many highlighting its ability to enhance the overall ambiance and emotional experience. The soundtrack, often described as beautiful and adorable, pairs well with the artwork and story, making it a standout feature despite occasional minor issues like music skipping during dialogue.
- “The soundtrack was wonderful and I really enjoyed the handful of voiced lines (Japanese was definitely more effective at setting the atmosphere than an English dub would have been).”
- “The good and chilling story combined with the almost top tier music definitely make this game a must play.”
- “Beautiful art, music and I really enjoyed the story!”
- “Also, music skips during some of the dialog.”
- “But it needs to be smoother, the music.”
- “The music is okay.”
emotional
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game delivers a deeply heartwarming and emotionally impactful story that resonates with players on a personal level. Its touching narrative, combined with effective voice acting and visuals, often evokes strong feelings, including moments of sadness and connection. Overall, it is praised for creating a wholesome and emotionally rich experience.
- “It's a very good story. I was able to connect somewhat with the main character about losing my father, and all I can say is this was really heartwarming for me.”
- “Novel that made me cry and feel so many emotions as if I were the character.”
- “The story is absolutely heartwarming, and the graphics are amazing!”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions
The gameplay consists primarily of reading without interactive elements or controls, typical of a visual novel format. Users note that there is effectively no traditional gameplay beyond tapping to progress the story.
- “Gameplay is good, just as a visual novel should be.”
- “No gameplay, no control (just tap and read a novel). I should've just read the novel instead.”
- “It has no gameplay; it’s just a story.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The atmosphere is enhanced by a wonderful soundtrack and effective voiced lines, with the Japanese audio notably contributing more authentically to the setting than an English dub.
- “The soundtrack was wonderful and I really enjoyed the handful of voiced lines. The Japanese audio was definitely more effective at setting the atmosphere than an English dub would have been.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
Users feel that the characters are intriguing but desire more in-depth character development to enhance their engagement.