The Expression Amrilato
- June 21, 2019
- SukeraSparo
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"The Expression Amrilato" is a yuri visual novel that follows the story of Rin, a Japanese girl who is transported to a world where everything is written in a foreign language. She meets Ruka, a local girl who only speaks a smattering of Japanese, and together they navigate the challenges of communicating and forming a connection. This game is perfect for those who enjoy subtle romantic feelings between girls, intellectual curiosity, and cute girls having fun, while also being willing to experience a touching and potentially emotional story.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique and engaging way to learn Esperanto while enjoying a cute yuri story, making language learning fun and interactive.
- The characters are well-designed and their chemistry feels natural, contributing to a wholesome and heartwarming narrative.
- High production quality with beautiful artwork and excellent voice acting enhances the overall experience.
- The ending feels rushed and abrupt, leaving players wanting more closure after the buildup of the story.
- Some players may find the language learning aspect overwhelming or confusing, especially if they are not familiar with Esperanto.
- The story can feel simplistic and lacks depth in character development, with only a few characters present throughout the game.
- story214 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The story of "The Expression Amrilato" is a charming and wholesome yuri narrative centered around the themes of love, communication, and overcoming language barriers, as the protagonist, Rin, navigates a foreign world while learning Esperanto. While the plot is generally simple and features familiar tropes, it effectively intertwines language learning with character development, creating an engaging experience for players who appreciate both romance and educational elements. However, some reviewers noted that the pacing could feel rushed at times, and the reliance on Esperanto may hinder enjoyment for those less interested in language learning.
“This game is absolutely yuri high tier story.”
“A touching story of overcoming language barriers to find love.”
“Educational games that aren’t geared for children can be hard to do well, but the expression amrilato gracefully balances learning a new language with a beautifully written yuri visual novel story.”
“Some of the story beats feel a little rushed.”
“While the characters are cute enough, the romance aspect of the story is not very interesting and really felt forced.”
“It all just felt like a very generic romance plot that we have seen a hundred times before.”
- emotional24 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its emotional depth, featuring a heartwarming and wholesome narrative centered around love and overcoming language barriers. Players find the story touching, with all endings leaving a significant emotional impact, despite some minor issues with voice acting. The charming relationship between the characters, particularly Ruka and Rin, adds to the overall sweetness and appeal of the experience.
“All of the endings had an emotional effect on me.”
“A touching story of overcoming language barriers to find love.”
“It's just so heartwarming.”
- gameplay24 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Amrilato effectively integrates language learning mechanics into its narrative, offering an engaging experience that combines story and education. Players spend around 10-30 hours navigating the interactive elements, including quizzes and study sessions focused on Esperanto, although some aspects may feel like an afterthought. While the educational tools enhance the gameplay, the reliance on language comprehension may pose challenges for some players.
“It's fantastic that writers were able to make game mechanics a part of the story.”
“A great portion of the interactive gameplay is learning Esperanto so you can properly speak with Rikka, your guide and love interest.”
“I picked this game up based on the very interesting premise of tying its gameplay and story all into the very interesting premise of learning a language in a foreign land, and on that front, it definitely pays off.”
“The study sessions and tests don't compose a large proportion of the gameplay, and a few times they are just testing things like arbitrary noun vocabulary rather than sentence structure.”
“As language is vital in understanding any story, it may not be easy for some people to fully comprehend the story.”
“It's almost like the introduction of language learning mechanics was an afterthought that was incorporated amazingly and I love it.”
- music20 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many noting that while the background music is pleasant, it lacks memorability and uniqueness. The opening theme, "kimi e to tsuzuku michi," is highlighted as a standout track that is both thrilling and uplifting. Overall, the soundtrack is described as standard, with well-timed looping music that could benefit from more variation.
“The OST of the game is also a fine piece of art.”
“The opening music, 'Kimi e to Tsuzuku Michi / Road to You', is both thrilling and uplifting, knowing that the reader will expect an isekai visual novel with girls' love in it.”
“The music is pretty good, and the opening theme is pretty catchy.”
“Background music was definitely the weakest part of production - it wasn't bad, but there was nothing special about it.”
“The looping music used in various scenes is timed well, albeit it could use some variations whenever it needed the most.”
“Expressions in looping music are bright, mysterious, suspenseful, and sometimes tragic.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their high production quality, cohesive art style, and beautiful color palette, contributing to a visually pleasing experience. The artwork is described as gorgeous and cute, enhancing the overall immersive quality of the game world. Additionally, the audio complements the visuals, further elevating the game's aesthetic appeal.
“A wholesome and educational short tale with high production quality and gorgeous artworks.”
“Visuals and audio are definitely top notch.”
“Beautiful artwork and writing, not a trace of Engrish anywhere and a game world that feels so real it's uncanny.”
- character development4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while the character design is charming and appealing, the narrative lacks a solid foundation for meaningful character development, particularly in the context of navigating a new environment. The realism of the characters' confusion is noted, but it does not translate into deeper growth or evolution.
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers high replayability due to its multiple endings, allowing players to easily explore different outcomes. Additionally, returning to the game after learning the language enhances the experience by providing a deeper understanding of the dialogues.
“Replayability: It's easy to select different endings, and it's worth returning to fully understand the dialogues after learning the language.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game primarily stems from the significant language barrier players must navigate, leading to amusing misunderstandings through guessing and gestures. This comedic element enhances the gameplay experience as players gradually break down communication obstacles.
“There's a massive language barrier that you have to slowly start to tear down, first through just guessing and gestures and later through interactions that lead to funny little misunderstandings.”
