The Fairy's Song
- August 7, 2020
- ebi-hime
Get on Steam"The Fairy's Song" is a visual novel especialized in romantic otome stories. You play as a teenager who moves to a new town and discovers a magical world of fairies. The game features beautiful illustrations, multiple endings, and several love interests. Your choices and interactions with the fairies will determine the outcome of the story.
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Reviews
- The writing quality is exceptional, with engaging narration and relatable characters, particularly Marnie and Leofe.
- The story balances lighthearted moments with serious themes, creating an emotional impact that resonates with players.
- The art and soundtrack enhance the overall experience, contributing to a relaxing and immersive atmosphere.
- The plot can be predictable and lacks significant character development, making some parts feel repetitive.
- There are no player choices, which may disappoint those who prefer interactive elements in visual novels.
- Some readers found the writing to be scattered and in need of editing, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the story.
- story100 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story of "The Fairy's Song" is described as a charming and sweet modern fairy tale that combines elements of romance and mystery, though it tends to be predictable and lacks significant character development. While the writing quality is praised, some reviewers noted that it could benefit from editing, and the plot twists, while present, are not particularly impactful. Overall, the narrative is engaging and heartwarming, making it a delightful experience for fans of light yuri and fantastical storytelling.
“The storytelling is excellent, and the dynamic between the two characters is very sweet.”
“This is a wonderful story about looking at the things you took for granted in a new light, appreciating what's come before, and finding novelty around every corner.”
“A cute, touching modern fairy tale love story!”
“I'd also say there is a lack of character development, as I would enjoy seeing the characters grow with the story.”
“But this one's story is pretty generic and predictable.”
“The plot itself is rather obvious, and while there were a couple of twists, none of them were interesting enough that I could recommend this game to anyone.”
- music22 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in "The Fairy's Song" is praised for its chill and relaxing quality, effectively complementing the game's beautiful story and visuals. The soundtrack includes modern references and nods to heavy metal, aligning well with the gothic aesthetic of the main character, Marnie. Overall, the music enhances the immersive experience of this shoujo ai visual novel.
“The graphics are nice and the soundtrack is chill and relaxing... I don't usually play this kind of game, but the Ebi-Hime games are really great!”
“The art and music, as per usual, fit the story nicely to make a really polished game overall.”
“The modern references and some heavy metal music nods (e.g., Amon Amarth) were welcome and fit with Marnie's goth/metal aesthetic, and were one of the first reasons I stuck around with it in the beginning.”
“Finally, I know I've already said it twice, but the game's soundtrack makes the game relaxing as well.”
“Music did its job well, so did the art.”
“Your lead Marnie is snarky and likes to complain about a lot of things, including her size and unfitting blonde hair, given her preferred gothic looks and taste for metal music.”
- emotional16 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a cute and wholesome love story between a goth and a lady knight, set in a fairytale world. Reviewers highlight the poignant and heartwarming treatment of themes like redemption and personal growth, with specific moments resonating deeply, despite some narrative pacing issues. Overall, it is praised as a touching modern fairy tale that effectively captures the essence of wholesome relationships.
“The way this story treats the old and the worn really hit close to home, at first poignant and then heartwarming.”
“The writing is overall really good, and certain emotional moments managed to hit like a ton of bricks, at least for me.”
“Lisbeth not being entirely innocent was nice to read too; she didn't feel like a goody-two-shoes at the end, and Lillian making amends with her sister was touching.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their quality, featuring appealing background artwork and character designs that enhance the overall experience. The soundtrack complements the visuals well, with a chill vibe and fitting modern references, including nods to heavy metal music that align with the game's aesthetic. Overall, players find the graphics and audio elements to be a strong point of the game.
“The graphics are nice and the soundtrack is chill and relaxing. I don't usually play this kind of game, but the Ebi-Hime games are really great!”
“The background artwork and CGs are really nice, and the soundtrack was sufficient.”
“The modern references and some heavy metal music nods (e.g., Amon Amarth) were welcome and fit with Marnie's goth/metal aesthetic, which was one of the first reasons I stuck around with it in the beginning.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive and vivid settings, allowing players to easily visualize the environments described. Reviewers highlight the contrasting moods, from the serene charm of Fenchapel to the poignant nostalgia of the protagonist's grandmother's house, creating a rich and engaging fairy tale ambiance that enhances the overall experience.
“When the writing is about a setting, I feel immersed and can picture it in my mind's eye from the words alone. When the writing is in the character of our protagonist, it feels completely convincing yet engaging, and the atmosphere, oh the atmosphere!”
“From the serenity of Fenchapel that our dearest protagonist didn't seem to appreciate all that much at first, to the melancholy of Gran's old house, once filled with life and laughter, now being home only to her, to (mild spoilers) our protagonist's newfound friend (for now)'s amazement upon seeing all the various advancements of modern technology and society that we take for granted, the atmosphere is one of the best parts of the writing for me!”
“Love the fairy tale atmosphere!”
- character development4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate a notable lack of character development, with players expressing a desire for more growth and evolution of the characters throughout the story. While the character design and voice acting received praise, the overall depth and progression of the characters were seen as insufficient.
“I loved the character design and the music, but most importantly, I found the two main characters' voices very well written.”
“I'd also say there is a lack of character development, as I would enjoy seeing the characters grow with the story.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by moments like trying to convince a character's grandmother, which users found amusing. However, some jokes, such as a pancake line, are perceived as out of place during intense action sequences, detracting from the overall comedic timing.
“Trying to convince Gran was funny too.”
“The pancake line was funny, but it really felt out of place during the tense survival-of-the-fittest action of the dragon fight.”
