Sugar Sweet Temptation
- July 28, 2023
- Recette
"Sugar Sweet Temptation" is a heartwarming game set in a snowy town during the Night of the Fairies. Players follow Crow, who loses his memories and finds himself on the rooftop of a patisserie facing closure. Together with the patissier's granddaughter Meru, her friend Kōri, and a trainee named Chocolat, Crow decides to become a great patissier to save the shop. The game explores their journey to save the shop and uncover Crow's identity.
Reviews
- The game features stunning art and character designs that create a charming and whimsical atmosphere.
- The storyline is heartwarming and well-written, with engaging character interactions and a blend of sweetness and minor drama.
- The voice acting and music enhance the overall experience, making it a relaxing and enjoyable visual novel.
- Some players encountered technical issues, such as problems with achievements and taking screenshots.
- The translation has inconsistencies, with some liberties taken that may affect the clarity of dialogue.
- One of the adult scenes is considered too cruel and may not sit well with all players.
- story25 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The story of *Sugar Sweet Temptation* is set in a charming pâtisserie and features an amnesiac protagonist, Crow Yamada, alongside Meru, the determined granddaughter of the head patissier. While the premise may seem typical for a visual novel, the innovative plot details, heartwarming character interactions, and choices that affect the narrative's direction enhance the experience. The game combines whimsical visuals with a blend of sweetness and drama, making it a captivating journey for players who enjoy romantic and mysterious storytelling.
“The storyline revolves around a pâtisserie, which is quite ordinary for a visual novel, but the details of the plot are quite innovative.”
“Set in the enchanting town of Fueya, where miracles are said to happen on the night of the fairies, the game follows the story of Crow Yamada, an amnesiac man who lands on the rooftop of Folkroll, a struggling pâtisserie.”
“The storytelling in the game is a perfect blend of heartwarming moments, cute interactions, and more serious and dramatic elements.”
“The storyline revolves around a pâtisserie, which is quite ordinary for a visual novel, but the details to the plot are quite innovative.”
“I will note, though, that there is an adult patch available on a separate website if you wish to see certain scenes (and it's obvious where the scenes occur in the story, with the whole fade-to-black events).”
“While this content is not integral to the main story, it provides an intimate and sensual layer for players who wish to explore it.”
- emotional9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a blend of heartwarming moments and cute interactions, creating a charming atmosphere that emphasizes heartfelt relationships. Players are taken on a sweet journey filled with delightful storytelling and adorable art, making it a relaxing and immersive experience. Despite some darker elements, the overall tone remains uplifting and wholesome, appealing to those seeking a feel-good narrative.
“It's a wholesome slice of life visual novel with adorable art featuring three cute girls who bake (and eat) a lot of delicious cakes.”
“Indulge in the magic of sugar, love, and temptation: a heartwarming journey into the world of pastries and romance!”
“The storytelling in the game is a perfect blend of heartwarming moments, cute interactions, and more serious and dramatic elements.”
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the atmosphere, featuring a varied soundtrack and full Japanese voice acting, though some users find it to be average and not particularly memorable. Overall, it contributes positively to the game's experience.
“The music is on point as well.”
“Finally, in terms of the music, the tracks are beautiful to listen to.”
“I also really like the music and the general atmosphere.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“While there are some good tracks, many of them feel out of place and don't match the game's tone.”
“The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the overall experience.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their adorable and heartwarming aesthetics, featuring charming chibi art that enhances the game's relaxing and light-hearted atmosphere. The gorgeous visuals contribute to an alluring and whimsical ambiance, effectively complementing the story's theme.
“All of the aesthetics really help to build up the relaxing and light-hearted atmosphere.”
“The gorgeous visuals create an alluring and whimsical ambiance that perfectly complements the theme of the story.”
“[18+/vn] tremendously adorable, cute, heartwarming, and sweet story and artwork including chibi.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by its relaxing and light-hearted aesthetics, complemented by enjoyable music that enhances the overall experience.
“All of the aesthetics really help to build up the relaxing and light-hearted atmosphere.”
“I also really like the music and the general atmosphere.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay of *Sugar Sweet Temptation* features interactive choices that influence the story, providing players with a sense of agency as they navigate through the narrative.
“As for the gameplay, 'Sugar Sweet Temptation' has some choices that are presented throughout the story.”
“Now that I've gone over the story and gameplay, I'll move onto my critique.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by clever and amusing dialogue, such as Meru's playful remark about Crow being a fairy. The comedic payoff is particularly strong in the epilogue, where a surprising revelation about Crow elicits genuine laughter from players.
“Even Meru makes a funny comment about how Crow must be a fairy that has come to help them save Folkroll.”
“It's in the epilogue/true end that we find out who Crow really is, and I couldn't help but happily laugh once it was revealed.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players emphasize that adhering to the recommended route order enhances their experience of the game's rich storytelling and character development, allowing for a deeper appreciation of the characters' growth and narratives.
“Following the recommended route order ensures that players can fully appreciate the rich storytelling and character development.”
“The character arcs are incredibly well-crafted, making each decision feel impactful and meaningful.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, with their backstories and relationships deepening as the story progresses.”