Ten Dates
- February 13, 2023
- Good Gate Media
- 6h median play time
Ten Dates is entertaining from start to finish, with a diverse range of characters to date, great acting, and some genuinely funny moments.
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Get on Play Store"Ten Dates" is a visual novel style game where you navigate the world of dating in London. Over the course of 10 dates, you will have the opportunity to get to know different characters and make choices that impact your relationships. The game features diverse characters and offers a unique and engaging storyline.
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Reviews
- The game features a diverse cast of characters and allows players to choose between a male or female protagonist, enhancing replayability.
- The acting is generally strong, with many characters displaying believable chemistry and engaging dialogue.
- The game captures the awkwardness and humor of speed dating, making it a fun experience to play with friends.
- Many characters are written as stereotypes, lacking depth and making it difficult to connect with them.
- The game feels rushed, with short dates that limit character development and meaningful interactions.
- Some players found the writing inconsistent and the choices to be overly simplistic, leading to a less engaging experience compared to its predecessor.
- story16 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its engaging writing, strong performances, and diverse character interactions, though some players feel it could have been explored more deeply. While the narrative features interesting plot branches and allows for player choice, it is noted that the storylines may feel shorter compared to previous installments. Overall, the game presents a compelling interactive experience, blending humor and drama effectively.
“Great actors, good story, unobtrusive narration.”
“The writing, the performances, the plot are all very good.”
“An interesting interactive story, a lot of plot branches and many different characters, there is a mode for streamers.”
“I feel like they could have explored the interactions and story better.”
“Even with her tragic backstory, her attitude is just dire and it's extremely unpleasant to talk to her.”
“The storylines just did not feel as long as they did compared to the first games.”
- humor11 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both funny and emotionally engaging, often eliciting laughter or cringing reactions. While the dialogue has its ups and downs, with some lines landing well and others feeling awkward, the overall comedic experience is enjoyable and contributes to the game's charm. Players appreciate the entertaining story, diverse characters, and the ability to create humorous situations, making it a delightful experience from start to finish.
“It really evokes emotion whether it's cringing, laughing, or getting flustered!”
“It's also very funny to completely mess up at any point and completely blow a date just so you can see those scenes.”
“Ten dates is entertaining from start to finish, with a diverse range of characters to date, great acting, and some genuinely funny moments.”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a strong narrative focus, resembling a reality show more than traditional gaming, with a significant emphasis on dialogue and character interactions. While the mechanics are competent and allow for some replayability through mini goals and profile customization, the overall experience is limited in terms of gameplay depth and location variety, making it less suitable for those seeking immersive gameplay.
“The game mechanics itself is fine, slightly more interesting than the last one.”
“In gameplay terms, it overcomes the biggest FMV hurdle: you can skip dialogue if you've heard it before.”
“Overall, the gameplay pans out pretty similarly to Five Dates, but it’s no less satisfying, and I liked the mini-goals each NPC had as an incentive to replay and pick them all up.”
“The acting is fantastic, the characters are fun, and it plays out more like a TV show than a game, giving you a 90% reality show with a 10% gameplay.”
“Besides the obvious mislead in the title, on gameplay alone, not so much.”
“[limited gameplay, high reliance on forced choices, limited location variety]”
- optimization5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is praised for its slick production values and strong performances, particularly from the lead actors, which enhance the overall experience. The writing is charming and effectively expands the game's scope, making the interactions feel natural and engaging. Overall, the game's optimization contributes significantly to its emotional depth and inclusivity.
“I've rarely seen such top-notch performances from an FMV title: a dating FMV could have seemed so forced, but all 12 actors are excellent at making it feel natural and ad-libbed.”
“Special shout out to the actress playing Misha and the guy playing Bash... incredible depth and range to their performances (Bash's third date was genuinely quite emotional).”
“[Expands the scale and scope of the original game, strong performances, charming writing, slick production values, LGBT inclusion.]”
- replayability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability, allowing players to explore various combinations of choices and dates to uncover different outcomes. Fans of FMV and visual novels will particularly appreciate the multiple paths and endings available, enhancing the overall replay value.
“This gives the game a lot of replay value, as you can try different combinations of dates to see what different outcomes you can get.”
“So much replayability.”
“If you enjoy FMV, visual novels with choices and replayability, this is the game for you.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a blend of humor and touching moments, particularly highlighted by strong performances from the cast, especially in pivotal scenes. While it may not reach the heights of high art, it offers a wholesome and enjoyable experience that resonates with players through its comedic yet heartfelt narrative.
“And just like five dates, ten dates is funny, interesting, and touching, maybe more so.”
“Special shout out to the actress playing Misha and the actor playing Bash... incredible depth and range to their performances (Bash's third date was genuinely quite emotional).”
“It's not high art or super emotionally compelling, but it's a lightly comedic fun time, and I enjoyed going through the different choice options to see how the results differed.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for being catchy and effectively enhancing the atmosphere, particularly during the London nightlife scenes. However, some users felt that certain original soundtrack choices were mismatched with specific scenes, suggesting a need for more thoughtful selection. Overall, the music complements the strong acting and visuals well.
“The acting is great, the transitions are smooth, the music is catchy, and the London nightlife transitions really help set the mood!”
“But the music and graphics are great; the acting of both Misha and Ryan is top-notch, and I love the twist each character has that you meet.”
“Some of the OST choices threw me off during some scenes; they could have used more care, I think.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the soundtrack to be underwhelming and not fitting for the game's atmosphere.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics have seen notable improvements, enhancing the overall aesthetic and flow of the game. Users praise the visual quality alongside the strong performances of the characters, contributing to an engaging experience.
“I feel they have improved on the overall aesthetic and the general flow of the game.”
“The music and graphics are great; the acting of both Misha and Ryan is top-notch, and I love the twists each character has that you meet.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game effectively captures the atmosphere of speed dating, providing players with an authentic experience that mirrors the real-life dynamics of such events.
“The atmosphere of speed dating is accurately recreated, capturing the essence of the experience perfectly.”
“The atmosphere of speed dating is accurately recreated (if you ever wondered what it feels like to do it).”
Critic Reviews
Ten Dates review
Ten Dates is entertaining from start to finish, with a diverse range of characters to date, great acting, and some genuinely funny moments.
80%Ten Dates (Switch) Review
That’s the thing about first impressions: you only get ten of them.
70%Ten Dates review — They can’t all be winners
Although the writing and characters aren't all great across the board, Ten Dates is a surprisingly engaging experience filled with lots of fantastic acting, plenty of content, and some tight editing.
80%
