September 30, 2025
NomnomNami

Syrup and the Ultimate Sweet

A little too short to be wholly delectable, Syrup and the Ultimate Sweet is still a lighthearted visual novel that’s worth its $4.99 asking price.

86%Game Brain Score

story, graphics

character development, stability

96% User Score Based on 1,017 reviews

Critic Score 69%Based on 5 reviews

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Syrup and the Ultimate Sweet is a single player casual role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by NomnomNami and was released on September 30, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Syrup and the Ultimate Sweet" is a charming visual novel centered on Syrup, a candy alchemist who discovers a mysterious candy golem in her basement workshop. Players unravel the origins of this enigmatic creature through a story featuring multiple endings—five good and five bad. With engaging characters and whimsical themes, the game offers an enchanting, sweet adventure.

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,017 reviews

story170 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features adorable characters and a charming art style that enhances the overall experience.
There are multiple endings that provide a fun and engaging replay value, allowing players to explore different story outcomes.
The storyline is sweet and heartwarming, with moments of humor and unexpected twists that keep players entertained.

Some players found the game to be short, wishing for a longer narrative or additional content.
A few users experienced technical issues, such as crashes or difficulty accessing certain endings.
The presence of darker themes in some endings may not appeal to all players, leading to mixed feelings about the overall tone.

story
292 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
40%
2%
The game's story is widely praised for its charm, engaging characters, and multiple endings that allow player choices to significantly impact the narrative. While some reviewers noted that the plot can be simple or predictable, many found it heartwarming and enjoyable, with a cute art style that complements the storytelling. Overall, players appreciate the balance of sweetness and depth, making it a delightful experience for fans of visual novels.
- “I loved the characters and the storyline and everything about this game!”
- “The story is well thought out and each character has a well done backstory and personality.”
- “The story is amazing, and I just want more on the characters.”
- “I don't think the story itself really gets too deep, but it's still a nice one shot.”
- “But I feel like the plot was too simple and expected, which is why I didn't want to continue or replay it.”
- “The story is drawn out and gets boring after a while.”
graphics
100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
43%
3%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable and charming art style, which enhances the overall experience and complements the engaging storyline. Players appreciate the cute character designs and the aesthetic appeal, noting that the visuals contribute significantly to the game's memorable and heartwarming atmosphere. Overall, the art style is described as unique, simplistic, and effective, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “The art style is so cute and kept me intrigued.”
- “The graphics were really good and I also love that when you find an ending of a character like syrup, the syrup on the title will change. I found it really cool and creative.”
- “The art style is adorable, the characters are realistic and likeable, the story arc is simple but sweet, and the music is just the right tone.”
- “Had a cute aesthetic but couldn't play it because the font was hard to read.”
- “I already played the game, it's really boring and all you have to do is pick endings, just like the other visual novels that I despise (the girly anime one) the art style is okay by the way.”
- “The graphics are so cute.”
emotional
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its heartwarming and wholesome storytelling, with unique characters that foster a sense of friendship and care. Players appreciate the balance between lightheartedness and darker themes, with endings that range from adorable to heart-wrenching, creating a deeply touching experience. Overall, the game is celebrated for its ability to evoke strong feelings of joy and nostalgia, making it a delightful journey for those who enjoy sweet narratives.
- “The characters and dialogue are great, the art is quite good, and the whole story is rather heartwarming.”
- “This story of friendship was very sweet and touching.”
- “Just amazing, heart-warming, some endings made me really sad but that's just life sometimes - the happy endings really made my heart swell!!”
music
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
36%
12%
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall adorable and whimsical atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate how the soundtrack complements the characters and story, contributing to a delightful experience that balances lightheartedness with deeper themes. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, adding significant value to the game's charm and appeal.
- “I like how the music kinda changes with each character.”
- “The soundtrack was one of the most relaxing pieces of music I've heard, and the art style is also so cute!”
- “The art style is adorable, the characters are realistic and likable, the story arc is simple but sweet, and the music is just the right tone.”
- “The soundtrack was one of the most relaxing music I've heard and the art style is also so cute!”
- “The art style is adorable, the characters are realistic and likeable, the story arc is simple but sweet, and the music is just the right tone.”
- “The quality, art style, characters and their personality and the music is so well done!”
humor
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised for its cuteness and charm, with players highlighting the funny dialogue and endearing character reactions. The story is described as sweet and often heartwarming, featuring comedic elements that enhance the overall experience. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with adorable art and engaging narratives, making it a delightful experience for players.
- “The story is intriguing, I adore the characters, and the endings are funny and heartwarming for the most part.”
- “I adore all the characters' personalities and the (at times, extremely funny) reactions they have to syrup's choices.”
- “A cute, funny, and sweet story.”
monetization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
45%
The monetization model of the game is highly praised, as it features no ads or in-app purchases, making it completely free to play. Players appreciate the absence of any additional costs or interruptions, enhancing their overall experience. Many express a desire for a donation option to support the creators, highlighting the game's value and appeal.
- “Good thing there's no ads or in-game purchases or I would've literally died.”
- “Amazing gameplay, cute and loveable characters, no ads, great LGBTQ representation, and magic.”
- “Super cute, no ads, great art.”
- “It is totally free, zero ads, and, honestly, I kinda wish there was a way to donate to the creator directly through the game.”
- “Super cute game, no in-app purchases, no annoying popup ads, and all of it is free!”
- “There's a truckload of mobile visual novels where you end up either paying money or watching a ton of ads just to get the ending you want, but here, there's zero DLC and not a single ad in sight!”
character development
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highly praised, with players appreciating the well-constructed dialogue and the portrayal of friendships, which often feel more satisfying than in other games. The character designs are described as lovely and fitting, with notable transformations that occur based on the multiple endings, enhancing the overall experience. Overall, the combination of engaging character arcs and appealing aesthetics contributes to a strong positive reception.
- “The character design is very lovely, the dialogue is quite well constructed, and I just honestly enjoyed immensely the way friendship endings were portrayed here (since I feel like most games tend to make them a bit unsatisfying).”
- “The character development, her fake sense of confidence, it's just amazing.”
- “From the character development going along with how the character should act to the multiple endings, it is an amazing game!”
- “The character designs?”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
50%
The gameplay is praised for its charm and cuteness, featuring lovable characters and an engaging story set in a candy-themed world. Players appreciate the absence of ads and the game's short length, allowing for a quick playthrough, while the various art styles enhance the overall experience. However, some users note minor issues that could be addressed, despite the overall positive reception of the gameplay mechanics and roleplay elements.
- “The characters, story, and art are all interesting and lovable; the gameplay has no flaws at all, and the font the text is in is very easy to read.”
- “Amazing gameplay, cute and lovable characters (even Butterscotch), no ads, great LGBTQ representation, and magic (just uh, don't tell Syrup about that part, aha...).”
- “Besides all that, the gameplay and roleplay are amazing; I'm sure you would find it appealing!”
- “The game is basically about a girl named Syrup who lives in a candy land, and it has some similarities to Doki Doki Literature Club for those familiar with the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the controls to be unresponsive at times, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
60%
Overall, the game offers strong replayability through multiple endings and varied character interactions, encouraging players to explore different storylines. However, some users feel that the replay value may be limited for those who prefer a singular narrative experience.
- “This game is so much fun, and getting the different endings is excellent for replayability.”
- “I feel it definitely has great replay value just to see what happens and how the main characters react.”
- “Has replay value to see different stories.”
- “The game lacks enough variety to make me want to play it again.”
- “Once you've completed it, there's little incentive to return.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported as buggy, indicating significant stability issues that may affect gameplay experience.
- “The game is incredibly buggy, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes that ruined my gaming sessions.”
- “There are so many glitches that it feels like the game was released before it was ready.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect to be enjoyable and charming, noting that it is not overly tedious and adds a delightful element to the gameplay experience.
- “Cute, not that tedious to complete and absolutely wonderful.”

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Syrup and the Ultimate Sweet is a casual role playing game with fantasy theme.

Syrup and the Ultimate Sweet is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Windows and others.

Syrup and the Ultimate Sweet was released on September 30, 2025.

Syrup and the Ultimate Sweet was developed by NomnomNami.

Syrup and the Ultimate Sweet has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its character development.

Syrup and the Ultimate Sweet is a single player game.

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