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Sucker for Love: Prelude

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97%Game Brain Score
humor, gameplay
story, music
97% User Score Based on 369 reviews

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Sucker for Love: Prelude is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Akabaka and was released on December 15, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Perform a series of scary rituals to win over an eldritch cutie and win a smooch!

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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 369 reviews
humor26 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions

  • The game features charming art and voice acting, making the experience engaging and enjoyable.
  • It cleverly combines elements of dating sims with Lovecraftian horror, resulting in a unique and humorous gameplay experience.
  • Despite its short length, the game offers multiple endings and replayability, keeping players entertained.
  • The game is quite short, feeling more like a demo than a full experience, which may leave players wanting more.
  • Some gameplay mechanics, like the chanting rituals, can be frustrating and may lead to quick deaths.
  • There are minor technical issues, such as fullscreen glitches and limited movement controls, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • humor
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in this game is widely praised for its charming and quirky blend of comedy and horror, with players enjoying its funny writing and engaging interactions. Many reviews highlight the effective use of genre subversion and the juxtaposition of cute and creepy elements, making it a delightful experience for fans of both dating sims and the occult. Overall, the game is described as a hilarious and entertaining short adventure that leaves players laughing while also feeling a sense of unease.

    • “Legitimately a really cute, charming, funny and terrifying little horror dating sim with some pretty dang good writing and uses its juxtapositions really effectively.”
    • “A spooky yet quite hilarious little dating game!”
    • “Funny and surprisingly cute parody of anime dating sims.”
  • gameplay
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a simple yet engaging loop, featuring unique mechanics like chanting and rituals that enhance the experience beyond a standard visual novel. Players appreciate the balanced combat, elegant level design, and impressive character development, contributing to high replayability. However, some users feel that the chant mechanics could be improved with more interactive feedback.

    • “Great graphics, great gameplay, combat is balanced, the main boss ticks all the right boxes for great boss design, level design is simple but elegant, storyline is the perfect emotional roller coaster, character designs and developments are impressive, and replayability is practically infinite.”
    • “I loved the art style, the story, the mechanics, the fact that they did voice acting, oh my god, I could die!”
    • “The gameplay was fun with reading the chants and setting up the rituals.”
    • “I mean, you already got the best girl of the game here for free. To be honest, the gameplay barely changes in the actual game, but there would be more girls with unique paths to choose.”
    • “Game mechanics are simple, the UI is simple as well, and I love simple games that are well made.”
    • “It's just gameplay.”
  • story
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its straightforwardness, emotional depth, and intriguing concepts, particularly in its unique take on eldritch themes and multiple endings. Others found it lacking in quality, despite enjoying the overall experience and character development. Overall, the narrative is seen as engaging and worth exploring, especially for those invested in the game's art and mechanics.

    • “My god... my friend told me about this game and this is one of the best experiences I've ever had in gaming and storytelling!”
    • “The story is straightforward, love the different endings!”
    • “Even though it's just a prelude, it is very gripping and now I'm invested. I only got the game because of the sexy octopus lady, but now I really want the full game just to see where things go. The story concept and gameplay are different from what you see every day.”
    • “But the story is not good at all, and it's obvious why.”
    • “☐ no story”
    • “For a free story game?”
  • graphics
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are highly praised for their unique anime-inspired art style, characterized by vibrant colors and a blend of cutesy and lewd elements. Reviewers appreciate the impressive character designs, effective visual storytelling, and overall aesthetic that enhances the gameplay experience, despite some noting the game's brevity. The combination of dark themes with playful visuals creates a distinctive and engaging presentation.

    • “The visuals are good; an anime style with a fair amount of pink in the aesthetics.”
    • “Very nice art style and quite unique for a game in its genre.”
    • “The presentation is great with the overall art style and all the effects!”
    • “One moment, your waifu is cooing and the next moment is a shock of disturbing content, all packaged in the 80's/90's anime aesthetic.”
    • “Really dark but with a cutesy art style.”
    • “The art style is pretty.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its vibe and contribution to the overall atmosphere. However, some users find it lacking, describing it as eerie and minimalistic, which may not appeal to everyone. Overall, it complements the game's design and enhances the experience, alongside strong voice acting.

    • “Great story, good characters, nice music.”
    • “It's design is beautiful and the music is a vibe.”
    • “Additionally, the voice acting is really well done too and the music is fun as well.”
    • “All you get is eerie music, white noise, and a so-called scary image at the end that anyone can make with decent drawing and editing skills.”
    • “The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks any real depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “The music feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players report a strong emotional connection to the game's characters, particularly a powerful being that poses a significant threat, creating a sense of emotional tension. The storyline is praised for its engaging and impactful narrative, described as an "emotional roller coaster," while character design and development enhance the overall experience. The combination of great graphics, balanced gameplay, and impressive boss design further contributes to the game's emotional depth.

    • “You will become emotionally attached to a being that canonically could erase you, your bloodline, and your mortgage from existence.”
    • “Emotionally scarred.”
    • “The storyline is the perfect emotional roller coaster, with impressive character designs and developments.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an almost unrealistic commitment, akin to needing a second life to keep up with it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is highly praised, with impressive character designs and a storyline that offers an emotional roller coaster experience. The attention to detail in character and item design enhances the overall gameplay, contributing to a balanced and engaging experience.

    • “Great graphics, great gameplay, combat is balanced, the main boss ticks all the right boxes for great boss design, level design is simple but elegant, storyline is the perfect emotional roller coaster, character designs and developments are impressive, and replayability is practically infinite.”
    • “Especially when you account for the character design and the attention to detail in the items you can find in the room.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is effectively crafted, with moments that evoke genuine terror, contributing to an immersive experience.

    • “It did get terrifying at some points, and the atmosphere is pretty well done.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers highlight the game's exceptional replayability, attributing it to its stunning graphics, balanced combat, and engaging storyline that offers an emotional roller coaster. The impressive character designs and elegant level layouts further enhance the experience, making players eager to revisit the game multiple times. Overall, the combination of these elements creates a virtually infinite replay value.

    • “Great graphics, great gameplay, combat is balanced, the main boss ticks all the right boxes for great boss design, level design is simple but elegant, storyline is the perfect emotional roller coaster, character designs and developments are impressive, and replayability is practically infinite.”
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Sucker for Love: Prelude is a role playing game.

Sucker for Love: Prelude is available on PC and Windows.

Sucker for Love: Prelude was released on December 15, 2021.

Sucker for Love: Prelude was developed by Akabaka.

Sucker for Love: Prelude has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its story.

Sucker for Love: Prelude is a single player game.

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