Tear and the Library of Labyrinths

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Tear and the Library of Labyrinths is a single player role playing game with a erotic theme. It was developed by Acerola and was released on November 6, 2020. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In "Tear and the Library of Labyrinths," twin sisters Tear and Lumiere use their magic to heal villagers in Armeria. One day, a glowing book in their mystical library calls to Tear, starting a journey filled with magical challenges and mysterious secrets. The game combines puzzle-solving, magical combat, and narrative choices to create an engaging adventure.

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97%

Audience ScoreBased on 78 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

The game features a compelling corruption mechanic that is integrated into the gameplay, providing real impact on the protagonist's journey.
High-quality art and a large number of unique scenes with various CGs enhance the overall experience, making it visually appealing.
The gameplay is easy to pick up, with engaging side quests and a fun storyline that caters to fans of H-games.

The game suffers from repetitive mechanics and a lack of variety in combat and H-scenes, which can lead to boredom over time.
Voice acting is criticized for being over-the-top and unrealistic, detracting from the immersion during intimate scenes.
While the game has many scenes, they often consist of still images with excessive dialogue, which may not satisfy players looking for more dynamic content.

gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a mix of classic RPG elements and lewd mechanics, including a corruption system and unique crafting features. While the mechanics are well-designed and the visuals are appealing, some players find the gameplay repetitive and not particularly challenging, especially when compared to previous titles from the same developer. Overall, it offers enjoyable side quests and engaging scenarios, but may not meet the expectations of those familiar with the developer's earlier works.
- “The devs have put quite a bit of TLC into everything ranging from mechanics, visuals, user interface, level design, and story.”
- “The art is good, the gameplay is a mix of classic RPG with some minor action segments, and there's some unexpected depth in how the h stats and item 'identification' can overlap to produce stronger gear.”
- “Not much to be said here: easy gameplay, fun sidequests, and hot scenarios; the characters are sexy and the mechanics are lewd.”
- “The actual mechanics are well put together, but there's only really so much fighting the same monsters that can be interesting, even with the h-battle content.”
- “But it seems a little too repetitive with the same mechanics in three different games: Brave Alchemist Colette, Treasure Hunter Claire, and not least The Tear and the Library of Labyrinths.”
- “From my comparative point of view in the last two games, Brave Alchemist Colette and Treasure Hunter Claire, this game didn't seem superior to me. Maybe I got bored of the usual mechanics or had higher expectations than I should have.”
story
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Tear and the Library of Labyrinths" is generally well-received, featuring a linear plot with multiple endings centered around a protagonist's quest to save her sister, complemented by engaging dialogue and humorous moments. While some players appreciate the beautiful graphics and character interactions, others note that the narrative can feel lengthy and lacks variety, with certain scenes crossing into uncomfortable territory. Overall, the game is praised for its blend of lewd content and storytelling, appealing to fans of the genre.
- “8 hours, completed everything, and it was great. Everything was wonderful from start to finish; the quests, the dialogue, everything about this game is what every lewd RPG should be aiming to achieve.”
- “Beautiful graphics, a fun and engaging storyline, comical villains, and wonderful lewdness for all kinds of kinks.”
- “Tear and the Library of Labyrinths presents the same great quality seen in the other games of the Acerola studio, with a compelling story of a young woman trying to save her sister, accompanied by beautiful art and great voice acting for the characters.”
- “And the story is okay, but like everything else in the game, it's just too long without a lot of variety.”
- “Variety of creature and human partners, but none with real backstory.”
- “The plot is mostly linear, but has different endings, depending on whether you save Lumiere in time and/or succumb to the miasma.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as pleasant and relaxing, enhancing the overall experience across various historical locations. However, it is noted that the soundtrack only plays when the game is in focus, which can detract from the immersion when the game is minimized. Additionally, the music complements the game's art style and character interactions, particularly during intimate moments.
- “Pleasant and relaxing music to listen to throughout all locations in history.”
- “Music was pretty good and the little action mini game had some quality sprites with some minimal animations.”
- “Combined with the beautiful characteristic art of Acerola, we also have the pleasant and relaxing soundtrack, with great emphasis on the four girls, Tear, Lumiere, Korin, and Irene, all four with Japanese voices.”
- “Unfortunately, the music only plays when the focus is on the game; when the game is in the background, the music stops.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their beauty and attention to detail, reflecting the developers' dedication to quality across various elements such as mechanics, visuals, and level design. The overall aesthetic complements the engaging storyline and adds to the game's appeal, particularly for those interested in its unique themes.
- “The devs have put quite a bit of TLC into everything ranging from mechanics, visuals, user interface, level design, and story.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by a fun and interesting story filled with several laugh-out-loud moments, particularly when the protagonist's other personality is activated by a succubus's "blessing." Players find the blend of entertaining humor and quirky Japanese elements, along with impressive art and character designs, to be a standout feature.
- “A fun and interesting story, with several funny moments that made me laugh, especially when the protagonist activates her other personality, thanks to the 'blessing' of a succubus.”
- “Entertaining, funny, great art and CGs, kinda weird at times, true to its Japanese nature.”