Tattoos and Tulips

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Tattoos and Tulips is a single player action game. It was developed by Meant to Bee Studios and was released on April 16, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Tattos and Tulips is a feel-good BL visual novel featuring a budding romance between a grumpy florist named Chrys, and a friendly tattoo artist named Shay! Story: Chrys is jaded and unlucky in love. He just wants to focus on being 20—hanging out with friends, working in customer service, and trying not to get his heart broken for the millionth time. Everything changes for him the day a friendly …

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

story5 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The art and character designs are beautiful, with a charming aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.
The game effectively addresses mental health themes and features engaging side characters like Raine and Bea.
The voice acting is well-performed, adding depth to the characters and making the story more immersive.

The pacing is inconsistent, with abrupt transitions and a rushed emotional progression that detracts from character development.
The writing can feel overdramatic and lacks depth in certain resolutions, leaving some character flaws unaddressed.
The game is purely kinetic, offering no player choices, which may disappoint those looking for interactivity and branching paths.

story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for its engaging narrative, charming characters, and appealing art style, making it a delightful experience overall. However, some players found the pacing rushed and expressed frustration with the lack of player choice, as the game is a kinetic visual novel that limits interactivity. Despite these drawbacks, the heartfelt themes and unique aesthetic blend contribute to a memorable storytelling experience.
- “Lovely story, the art is so cute and the characters are likable.”
- “The story itself is engaging in many ways.”
- “The writing and the art is so good, it's amazing that this is free; it's such a lovely kinetic story, I adored the characters and the ups and downs of love!”
- “This is a purely kinetic visual novel, meaning you won’t be making any choices or influencing the story at all—you’re simply along for the ride.”
- “When it comes to the pacing of the story, things felt a bit rushed.”
- “The story had a lot of potential and you could tell where it was trying to go, but it felt a little rushed.”
emotional
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by impactful voice acting and touching scenes that resonate with fans, though some character relationships develop too abruptly, leading to a sense of rushed connection rather than genuine intimacy. While the heartfelt story and original art contribute to the emotional experience, inconsistencies in character design can detract from key moments. Overall, the game successfully aims for emotional depth, despite some execution flaws.
- “The voice acting also deserves praise—emotional, well-performed, and adding depth to the characters.”
- “There are definitely some cute and touching scenes that will resonate with fans of the genre.”
- “As you follow the journey, you can tell what the developers were aiming for in terms of theme and emotional beats, and there’s a certain charm in watching the relationship develop—even if it’s not without its issues.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are highly praised for their impressive visual presentation, featuring detailed character designs and beautifully hand-drawn artwork. The blend of different aesthetics enhances the storytelling, and the inclusion of a gallery for revisiting key moments adds to the overall experience.
- “The visual presentation is genuinely impressive, with detailed character designs, expressive CGs, and a clear attention to aesthetic.”
- “I adore the artwork in this novel, hand-drawn and beautifully colored characters and backgrounds.”
- “The visual presentation is genuinely impressive, with detailed character designs, expressive CGs, and a clear attention to aesthetics.”
- “It’s also a nice touch that the game includes a gallery where you can revisit key story moments and artwork.”
- “The premise immediately caught my attention, blending two very different aesthetics into one love story.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is engaging and enjoyable, with users expressing a desire to share their experiences through video uploads, indicating a strong interest in showcasing the game's mechanics and features.
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is highlighted by impressive visual presentation, featuring detailed designs and expressive character graphics that reflect a strong attention to aesthetic. Reviewers appreciate the overall vibe and the evident care invested in the character design, contributing to a more immersive experience.
- “The visual presentation is genuinely impressive, with detailed character designs, expressive CGs, and a clear attention to aesthetics.”
- “I really liked the general vibe, and you can tell there was care put into the character design.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's heartfelt story and unique art style are praised, but the kinetic format may restrict its replayability for some players.
- “While the heartfelt story and original art shine, the kinetic format may limit replayability for some.”