The Language of Love
- October 28, 2020
- Ebi-Hime
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Get on Xbox Games Store"The Language of Love" is a visual novel game that follows the story of a shy, socially awkward student named Himari. She finds herself suddenly able to understand the love stories of those around her, and must navigate her own feelings and relationships while helping others. The game features multiple character routes and endings, with a focus on romance and communication.
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Reviews
- The Language of Love features a heartwarming and relatable story about love and personal growth, making it a touching experience for players.
- The characters are well-developed and realistic, particularly the mature protagonists and the adorable child, Tama, who adds charm to the narrative.
- The art and soundtrack enhance the overall experience, creating a relaxing atmosphere that complements the sweet and wholesome storyline.
- As a kinetic novel, it lacks interactivity and choices, which may disappoint players looking for a more engaging experience.
- Some dialogues can feel irrelevant or drawn out, making it difficult to maintain focus at times.
- The story is somewhat predictable and may rely on clichés, which could detract from the overall impact for some players.
- story80 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The story of "The Language of Love" is a heartwarming and sweet visual novel that explores the slow-burn romance between a young man and a single mother, highlighting their personal growth and the challenges they face in life. While the narrative is straightforward and lacks significant plot twists, it offers relatable characters and a mature perspective on love and family dynamics, making it an enjoyable read for those seeking a light, emotional experience. Overall, the game is praised for its well-paced storytelling and the depth of its characters, despite some critiques regarding its simplicity and occasional generic elements.
“I expected a very short and basic love story between two young adults, but instead I got to experience the slow burn and emotionally touching romance between two young adults who are struggling with finding their place in the world.”
“The story is not simply about the romance between two people but also about their growth as individuals and how they inspire one another.”
“I absolutely loved the story: heartwarming and sweet.”
“Story-wise, the visual novel is far from deep and thought-provoking though it does present a mature and sensible outlook on the problems that come with being a young single mother or being a young adult that struggles finding his place in the big city.”
“It just became annoying as this thought process played out multiple times during the story.”
“Given the light reading status, I won't go and expect any major or considerable bumpy impacts, but one or two antagonistic forces not played for side laughs would have added more spice to the already sweet story.”
- emotional38 mentions
- 97 % positive mentions
- 3 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of this visual novel is characterized by its sweet and heartwarming narrative, focusing on the slow-burn romance between two relatable young adults navigating their struggles. Players feel deeply invested in the characters' journeys, with many praising the wholesome portrayal of their relationship and the touching moments that evoke genuine emotional responses. Overall, the game is celebrated for its ability to create a heartfelt connection, leaving players yearning for more of its uplifting storytelling.
“I truly had the impression that these characters were real and led fairly believable lives, and I felt emotionally invested in the process of Mitsuki and Kyouko realizing and admitting their feelings towards one another.”
“You truly feel a connection; the visual novel made me yearn for more when I finished it. I hoped for a never-ending story, but I'm glad that I saw the ending. It made me cry tears of joy seeing the characters find the special bond that filled the cracks of their own problems.”
“This was a very sweet and heartwarming story about two social outcasts who were lost in life.”
- music10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the chill and relaxing soundtrack that complements the mood, particularly highlighting the catchy title song and the track "Language of Love." However, others found the music to be mediocre, with one user preferring the homepage music over the in-game tracks. Overall, while the soundtrack enhances the experience for some, it fails to impress others, leading to a divided opinion on its quality.
“The soundtrack fits the mood perfectly and the title song is so catchy!”
“It was very fun and pleasant because of Tama, who was very energetic, and the music was very beautiful and relaxing.”
“The music is not for me (volume off).”
“The soundtrack is fairly mediocre and the story, even though it has its ups, is also flooded with genericness.”
“The music is solid too; my favorite in-game track is 'Language of Love' which plays somewhere around the end of the visual novel.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally well-received, with users praising the character designs and environments for their quality and appeal. While the 18+ content is present, it is described as less graphic and more wholesome, with some explicit scenes that enhance character relationships. Overall, the artwork is considered good, though there are minor areas for improvement.
“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!”
“Graphics-wise: hey, no problems from me, everything looks good, characters look good, the environment looks terrific, and it does bring in some sense of adventure in a way.”
“The artwork and music are quite good all around, and I certainly liked the unique premise and characters that this game has to offer.”
“The artwork has a little to be desired in some areas, but otherwise it is well done.”
“The climactic love scene that occurs is less graphic or steamy and more on the wholesome side.”
“However, if you are an adult and willing to view graphic images, the adult patch, while very NSFW, provides the reader with well-written explicit scenes that give them a better understanding of a certain relationship that develops between two characters in this story.”
- character development4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features exceptional character development that is both realistic and engaging, enhancing the overall narrative. Players appreciate how the story highlights marginalized individuals, making the character arcs feel meaningful and impactful. Overall, the combination of strong dialogue and character growth contributes to a highly praised gaming experience.
“It had great character development as well as an amazing story.”
“As far as I know, the character development is pretty realistic and quite lovely.”
“An amazing story coupled with amazing character development, and finally it raises questions and shines a spotlight on the individuals society does not accept.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its wholesome and slice-of-life storytelling, featuring a strong comedic chemistry between the main character and a child, resulting in genuinely hilarious interactions.
“I would say the story is pretty much a slice of life, wholesome love story, with a direct focus on humor.”
“The main character and the kid have such good chemistry and some really hilarious interactions!”
