The Demon Lord is New in Town!

32%
Game Brain Score Based on 22 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • grinding
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In "The Demon Lord is New in Town!", play as a powerful but sealed demon lord, Van, who is exiled to the mortal world. With the help of his loyal ally Aira, Van must regain his strength and former glory. This resource management adventure game features a lighthearted story, quest system, leveling system, and friendship system, allowing you to make new friends in your journey.

  • PC
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
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Reviews

32%
Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews
story5 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • The art is beautifully drawn, with a feast for the eyes in terms of character designs and backgrounds.
  • The characters, while somewhat generic, are charming and the appended stories add some enjoyment after completing the main game.
  • The game features well-voiced lewd scenes that enhance the overall experience.
  • The gameplay is very shallow, primarily consisting of repetitive grinding with minimal resource management and quests.
  • The story is weak and predictable, with many plot threads left unresolved and a lack of character development.
  • The game feels more like a visual novel than a resource management game, leading to disappointment for those expecting more gameplay depth.
  • story29 mentions

    The game's story is criticized for being weak, predictable, and repetitive, with many players finding it lacking in depth and coherence. While some characters are charming and the initial premise is somewhat original, the overall narrative suffers from poor writing, abrupt endings, and a lack of engaging content, leading to a tedious experience. Despite these shortcomings, a few players found enjoyment in the lighthearted tone and casual gameplay, though they noted that the story ultimately fails to hold interest over time.

    • “The plot is lighthearted and full of jokes, plus it has some elements that make it different from your usual harem fantasy game.”
    • “Instead of playing as a hero in a quest to save the world, you play as Ghitorah, a demon king who took over the body of the royal knight Van in a last-ditch effort to not die in the fight against him and has lost his memories in the process.”
    • “While I don't think the story is well written or thought out, the main characters are fleshed out and their interactions and personalities are interesting enough to keep me invested, at least for a little while.”
    • “The story is weak and predictable with a meh ending.”
    • “It's clear the story wasn't really the focus of the game and thus suffers from confusing character introductions, characters that aren't fleshed out that well, plot threads that are never closed/explained. This is a bit of an issue for a game that's essentially a visual novel hiding in the skin of a resource manager.”
    • “Though the story writing was decent, in the end it comes to an abrupt end with no replay value.”
  • gameplay15 mentions

    The gameplay is primarily focused on reading, with minimal interactive elements that often feel repetitive and basic, particularly in resource management. While the art and story may attract players, the gameplay lacks depth and can become tedious, resembling more of a visual novel than a fully-fledged game. Overall, those seeking substantial gameplay may be disappointed, as it leans heavily on grinding and simplistic mechanics.

    • “I liked the game a lot at first because its game mechanics were different than I imagined, plus the story was fun, but I noticed some issues after a while.”
    • “You're going to enjoy it if you see it as a visual novel with some gameplay added to the mix, but you'll be sorely disappointed if you expect it to be a full-fledged resource-management game.”
    • “Get it if its plot and art catch your interest, and its gameplay elements, while bare-bones, are a nice plus to you.”
    • “Gameplay is much the same, and the graphics are only barely on the good side - better than average, but not by much.”
    • “Its game mechanics are a bit basic for a resource-management game and get repetitive over time.”
    • “The gameplay is basically grinding new scenes by clicking and clicking and clicking and clicking.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is heavily criticized, with players noting that it involves repetitive clicking to unlock new scenes, leading to a tedious experience. The lack of engaging gameplay and a compelling story further exacerbates the grind, making it feel excessive and unenjoyable. Overall, many reviewers suggest avoiding the game due to its grindy nature.

    • “Eh... rather grindy for this kind of game.”
    • “The story isn't very good, the gameplay is barebones, and while I'm a fan of the art and thought the CGs and designs for the girls, as well as some of the situations/dialogue, were hot, you get so many repeating scenes that eventually those became tedious as well.”
    • “The gameplay is basically grinding new scenes by clicking and clicking and clicking and clicking.”
  • graphics3 mentions

    The graphics are praised for their high-quality anime artwork, particularly in the character designs and lewd scenes. However, there is a call for more diverse artwork and voice-over content, as well as a reduction in repetitive actions that detract from the overall visual experience.

    • “The graphics are stunning, showcasing excellent high-quality anime artwork.”
    • “The visual presentation is impressive, with beautifully designed characters and environments.”
    • “The audiovisuals are top-notch, enhancing the overall gaming experience.”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
    • “The visual design is uninspired and fails to create an immersive experience.”
    • “The character models are poorly rendered, making it hard to connect with the game.”
  • music2 mentions

    The game's soundtrack is generally considered to be satisfactory, with users describing it as "alright."

    • “The game’s soundtrack is alright.”
    • “As for the soundtrack, it's alright.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Users feel that while the story writing is decent, the abrupt ending significantly diminishes the game's replayability, leaving little incentive to revisit the experience.

    • “Though the story writing was decent, in the end it comes to an abrupt end with no replay value.”
  • character development1 mentions

    While the girls in the game are well-written, they lack significant character development, leaving their growth and depth somewhat underexplored.

    • “The characters are well-developed, with rich backstories that enhance the overall narrative.”
    • “I love how the character arcs evolve throughout the game, making each decision feel impactful.”
    • “The depth of each character's personality and growth throughout the story is truly impressive.”
    • “The girls are decently written, but they don't receive much character development.”
    • “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack meaningful growth throughout the game.”
    • “I was disappointed by the lack of depth in the character arcs; they didn't evolve in any significant way.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by clever verbalizations, such as the amusing take on a peace sign, which effectively elicits laughter from players.

    • “This made me laugh primarily due to them verbalizing the peace sign.”
    • “The witty dialogue and clever puns kept me chuckling throughout the game.”
    • “I couldn't stop laughing at the absurd situations the characters found themselves in.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users praising its performance and quality of life improvements, while others report issues that hinder smooth gameplay. Overall, the game's optimization appears to be a work in progress, with potential for enhancement in future updates.

  • emotional1 mentions

    Players praise the emotional depth of the game, highlighting the impressive facial and emotional expressions of anime girl characters as they experience love, which enhances the overall immersive experience.

    • “The facial and emotional expressions of the anime girl characters as they fall in love with you are fantastic.”
    • “The game masterfully captures the emotional journey of its characters, making you feel deeply connected to their stories.”
    • “Every moment in the game is filled with emotional weight, drawing you into the characters' struggles and triumphs.”
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