Sujimon Quest
- November 10, 2023
- Black Train
Get on SteamIn Sujimon Quest, Gaaru seeks the Legendary Sujimon to save her village from bewitching monsters. She discovers Tatsumi, a yakuza from another world, who agrees to help. Together, they engage in turn-based battles against dangerous creatures, exploring the village during day and night to unravel the Sujimon mystery. Capturing Sujimons is also part of the adventure.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The art style is visually appealing and retains the charm of previous titles from the developer.
- The game features a humorous and quirky story that combines elements of adventure and adult themes.
- Players appreciate the character dynamics, particularly the relationship between the protagonists.
- The game is notably short with limited scenes, leaving players wanting more content.
- Gameplay mechanics feel unbalanced and simplistic, leading to an easy leveling experience.
- Technical issues such as bugs, lack of dialogue skip, and a small map detract from the overall experience.
- graphics15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature charming 2D artwork with a distinctive style that enhances its quirky atmosphere, though some players noted inconsistencies in art quality and character representation. While the character designs are generally praised, concerns about reused artwork and varying styles for different character types detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the visuals are appealing, particularly for fans of the genre, though the game's resolution can sometimes hinder readability.
“As players delve into this quirky adventure, they are met with a distinctive art style that sets the game apart.”
“The art style permeates throughout the game, contributing to a visually appealing and neatly drawn environment.”
“[b]Sujimon Quest[/b] truly shines when it comes to audio and visuals.”
“Except not always, just while randomly playing, I noticed a handful of graphic inconsistencies.”
“For some reason, only 'named' sujimon/characters getting piped are in the iconic black train art style, and 'generic' unnamed mob sujimon/characters getting piped are not (in a simpler art style).”
“This is probably the only time I'd say to wait to get it on sale unless you're a diehard fan of blacktrain's games/art style, as Sujimon Quest truly suffers quality-wise just from being one of their earlier releases.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Sujimon Quest features casual, turn-based combat and exploration within a village, alongside the unique mechanic of capturing sujimon bosses to fight with you. While the 2D artwork and Japanese voice acting add charm, the turn-based combat has received mixed reviews for its balance and difficulty progression, and the overall experience is described as rough and lacking depth, typical of early RPG Maker titles. Players may find enjoyment in the game's humor and mechanics, but should be prepared for a somewhat simplistic and uneven gameplay experience.
“The core gameplay revolves around turn-based combat, day-and-night exploration of the village, and a unique twist—capturing sujimon bosses to fight alongside you.”
“It's an enjoyable JRPG with solid gameplay that features the usual mechanics in the genre, plus the possibility to have sweet interactions with your opponents if their HP is low enough.”
“Classic RPG Maker gameplay created with RPG Maker VX Ace.”
“The gameplay mechanics, particularly the turn-based combat, have received mixed reviews.”
“While this mechanic may add a layer of humor, it raises concerns about the game's overall balance and difficulty progression.”
“However, the overall gameplay and story are disappointingly lackluster, where you simply travel from region to region defeating sujimon and unlocking sex scenes, with the core plot of the game occasionally being fed to us through text-dumps of lore.”
- story13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The story of "Sujimon Quest" is characterized as a humorous yet disjointed narrative that combines adult themes with typical JRPG elements. Players find the plot to be short and lacking coherence, with repetitive dialogue and minimal scene variety, leading to a generally forgettable experience. While the game offers a unique blend of humor and adventure, its storytelling is often overshadowed by its unconventional mechanics and limited depth.
“In conclusion, Sujimon Quest offers a peculiar blend of humor, adventure, and adult content within a visually distinct world.”
“As players embark on this unique journey, they must weigh their preferences and tolerance for unconventional game mechanics to determine if Sujimon Quest aligns with their gaming expectations.”
“Sujimon Quest is a pretty usual JRPG fantasy game where you go around killing stuff, helping folks, and saving the world.”
“The story flow is short, the dialog box cannot be hidden, the map is very small, monsters are reused, and most of the CG has nothing to do with the protagonist.”
“Purely based on either mine or Kagura's synopsis, it's quite apparent that the story is, quite frankly, all over the damn place, which usually isn't an issue with these horny games, but it's definitely a thing to consider if you're someone who enjoys at least somewhat coherent story.”
“However, the overall gameplay and story are disappointingly lackluster, where you simply travel from region to region defeating sujimon and unlocking sex scenes, with the core plot of the game occasionally being fed to us through text-dumps of lore.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as funny and playful, effectively blending artistry with challenges. However, some players express concerns about how the humor impacts game balance and difficulty progression. Overall, the game is noted for its unique mix of humor, adventure, and adult content within a visually striking environment.
“A playful blend of artistry, humor, and challenges!”
“In conclusion, Sujimon Quest offers a peculiar blend of humor, adventure, and adult content within a visually distinct world.”
“Funny game.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is considered mediocre, relying heavily on a standard free sound library, which results in repetitive and familiar tracks that may detract from the overall experience.
“The sound is average; it feels like the usual free sound library was used extensively, so you'll probably hear the same songs you've heard a million times already.”
“The music lacks originality and variety, making it feel repetitive and uninspired.”
“The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gaming experience at all.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a focus on sexual themes, primarily involving female characters in intimate situations, which may detract from deeper emotional engagement for some players.
