The Little UNI
- September 13, 2024
- Vivid selfish
Get on Steam*The game is a fangame for the Korean vocaloid "Uni," and the character and story shown in the game are not related to the official setting The little girl, Uni, who is the main character in The Little UNI, left the planet she was living in after a fight with the 'Rose' and left to find a new planet where she could live. It won’t be easy to leave the planet you have lived throug…
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Reviews
- The game features a beautiful art style and charming music that create a calm and melancholic atmosphere.
- The story is engaging with interesting characters, offering a unique perspective on relationships.
- It's a short and free game, making it accessible for players looking for a quick and enjoyable experience.
- Puzzle solutions can be difficult to find, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- There are some technical issues, such as bugs that can cause items to not spawn or be discarded properly.
- The controls can be unintuitive, with slow movement and a lack of a volume slider, which may detract from the overall experience.
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its intriguing characters and exploration of complex themes related to relationships, blending heartwarming and heartbreaking elements. While it draws comparisons to "The Little Prince," it presents a unique, chaotic narrative that invites personal interpretation, leaving some aspects, like the symbolism of certain characters, open-ended. Overall, it is seen as a deeply personal and artistic reflection that encourages analysis and engagement from players.
“The story is a nice artsy reflection on relationships, with interesting characters and a fantastic art style. As short as it may be, it's worth a shot.”
“I really like this take on the little prince story; it has a warm atmosphere and feels deeply personal and cathartic. It was really fun to analyze, and it feels like a passion project through and through.”
“The story is about relationships between people that is sort of open for interpretation.”
“The story is somewhat bizarre and chaotic.”
“I was about to write that it was a 'darker little prince' story, but that would mean to ignore the original story's dark themes such as the suicide of a child. Taking that into consideration, this game just tackles different topics, both heartwarming and heartbreaking.”
“The story about relationships between people is sort of open for interpretation.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as cute and charming, complementing the beautiful art and endearing writing. It creates a calm yet melancholic atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience despite the game's simplicity.
“The music is cute, the character designs and the art in general are really beautiful.”
“The art is beautiful and the music is incredible.”
“So short, yet so beautiful; both the art and music create such a calm, yet melancholic vibe.”
“The music is cute, but it lacks depth and variety, making it feel repetitive over time.”
“While the character designs and art are beautiful, the music doesn't quite match the charm of the visuals.”
“The music is simple and charming, but it doesn't elevate the overall experience as much as I hoped.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is described as warm and deeply personal, creating a cathartic experience that invites players to engage in analysis without explicit explanations. Reviewers appreciate the artistic approach and view it as a passionate project, contributing to its overall fabulous atmosphere.
“I really like this take on the little prince story; it has a warm atmosphere and feels deeply personal and cathartic. It seems as if only the author knows exactly what everything means, spending no effort in explaining itself to the player, which I appreciate. It was really fun to analyze, and it feels like a passion project through and through.”
“Atmospherically fabulous.”
“Both in atmosphere and the art itself.”
“I really like this take on the little prince story; it has a rather warm atmosphere and feels deeply personal and cathartic. It seems as if only the author knows exactly what everything means, spending no effort in explaining itself to the player. This is a good thing to me, as it was really fun to analyze. It feels like a passion project through and through.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their unique and artistic style, contributing to the game's thematic exploration of relationships and character depth. However, some players find the visual elements can be distracting when trying to solve puzzles. Overall, the art style is considered a highlight, despite some ambiguity in character representations.
“The story is a nice artsy reflection on relationships, with interesting characters (Vincent, my beloved) and a fantastic art style. As short as it may be, it's worth a shot.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game explores a range of emotional themes, presenting both heartwarming and heartbreaking moments, reminiscent of the darker undertones found in stories like "The Little Prince." It effectively addresses complex topics, offering a nuanced emotional experience that resonates with players.
“I was about to write that it was a 'darker Little Prince' story, but that would mean ignoring the original story's dark themes, such as the suicide of a child. Taking that into consideration, this game tackles different topics, both heartwarming and heartbreaking.”
“Thanks for this wholesome game.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is praised for its charm and endearing writing, offering a fresh perspective on the source material. The beautiful character designs and art enhance the overall experience, contributing to a delightful and engaging narrative.
“The character designs and the art are really beautiful, and the writing is endearing, offering a fresh perspective from the source material.”
“The character development is engaging and adds depth to the overall experience, making the story feel more immersive.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, each with their own unique arcs that keep you invested in their journeys.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players note that while grinding can be tedious due to occasional bugs—such as items not spawning or not being discarded—these issues are generally resolved by restarting the game. Despite these frustrations, the short length of the game means that such grinding experiences are limited.
“The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I find the grinding mechanics to be frustratingly tedious, often leading to burnout before I can enjoy the story.”
“The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the overall experience.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay is not the main focus of the game, with users noting that other elements are more engaging and enjoyable.
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the controls to be clunky and unresponsive, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
“The mechanics are poorly designed, leading to frustrating moments that ruin the flow of the game.”
