Synthetic Fantasy;

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Synthetic Fantasy; is a single player action game. It was developed by Lonely Rabbit Games and was released on February 13, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Do you feel lonely? Observe this story as a member of the audience and witness this tale of love and friendship and find out the answer to the ultimate question: Can YOU learn to love? This is the question the protagonist, Dan Garland, will learn the answer to as he is caught between his fiance and an android. Hopefully you will be able to answer that question too, player. Features: Multipl…

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Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

story3 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The artwork and character designs are appealing and engaging.
The story covers an interesting concept about AI companions and their impact on human lives.
Some players found the dialogue and prose to be engaging, making the experience enjoyable.

The writing quality is poor, resembling high school fan-fiction rather than a professional narrative.
The gameplay is minimal, with players often just clicking through dialogue without meaningful choices.
The overall reception has been dismal, with very few players engaging with the content.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding the dialogue lacking initially, while others appreciated the character designs and unique concept of AI companions. As players progressed, many noted that the narrative grew on them, highlighting the effort put into storytelling and art. Overall, the game offers a compelling exploration of its themes, despite some initial reservations.
- “The game grew on me the more and more as the story progressed, and this game has a lot of effort put into it.”
- “Great storytelling and awesome art.”
- “I loved the character designs, and the storyline covered a very cool concept: what would our lives be like if we had AI companions in a physical form?”
- “Unfortunately, the dialogue and story were lacking.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the grinding aspect of visual novels and e-books tedious, likening the experience to a frustratingly slow reading process where each sentence requires a click to advance, detracting from the enjoyment of the narrative.
- “Visual novels and e-books can be tedious at best. Imagine the best novel you've ever read, whether it's 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy', '2001: A Space Odyssey', or even 'Twilight' (if you have terrible taste in literature). Now, translate that into a format where the words dribble out, and you have to click your mouse every time you want to read the next sentence, instead of just turning the pages.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged. It often feels like I'm just going through the motions without any real sense of progress.”
- “I find the grinding mechanics to be a chore rather than a challenge. It detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game and makes it feel more like a job than a fun experience.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are visually captivating, with engaging artwork that enhances the overall experience and keeps players interested.
- “The artwork is stunning and will keep you engaged throughout the game.”
- “The graphics are incredibly detailed, making every scene a visual delight.”
- “The vibrant colors and intricate designs truly bring the game world to life.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers appreciate the character designs and find the storyline intriguing, particularly its exploration of the concept of AI companions in physical form, which adds depth to character development.
- “I loved the character designs and the storyline covered a very cool concept: what would our lives be like if we had AI companions in physical form?”
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character as their stories unfold.”
- “I appreciated how the characters evolved throughout the game, making their journeys feel authentic and relatable.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this visual/interactive novel is criticized for being minimal, primarily consisting of clicking through poorly written dialogue that detracts from the overall experience, raising concerns about its quality and suitability for publication.
- “As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print, which poses the question, 'how did something this badly written end up on Steam?'”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its sharp wit and clever observations, as exemplified by a remark about the minimal demand for a book, suggesting a satirical take on its value. Overall, players appreciate the game's ability to deliver humor that is both insightful and amusing.
- “The funny thing is, if you wanted to print this book, you'd only need to print 3 copies to satisfy the entire world's demand for it.”