The Queen of Blackwood High
- February 15, 2019
- RhinoGearz
Get on Steam"The Queen of Blackwood High" is a visual novel game where you navigate the social challenges of high school. As the new student, you must choose your allies and actions wisely to uncover the mystery behind the expulsions of former students. Your choices will determine the outcome of the story, with multiple endings to discover.
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- The story features relatable characters and a sweet romance that evolves nicely throughout the game.
- The visuals and art style are distinctive and aesthetically pleasing, enhancing the overall experience.
- The game offers a good balance between friendship and romance routes, providing depth and complexity to the narrative.
- The writing is often criticized as mediocre, with some players finding it boring and lacking in engaging content.
- There are complaints about the lack of character development for some characters, particularly the best friend, and the overall shallow portrayal of bullying.
- The game suffers from a lack of achievements and limited choices, making it difficult for players to track their progress or explore different outcomes.
- story29 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story centers on Kendra, a bully, and the protagonist's desire to help her, which has drawn mixed reactions regarding its portrayal of bullying. While some reviewers appreciate the character development and relatable themes, others criticize the narrative for its handling of serious topics. Overall, the story is praised for its engaging pacing, emotional depth, and the balance of drama and romance, making it a recommended experience for fans of yuri visual novels.
“I loved the characters introduced; they're given good backstory and development.”
“What captivated me the most about the story were that the characters all had quirks that felt real and relatable, and the story touched on topics and situations that felt applicable to experiences I’ve had in the past.”
“In conclusion, a lovely yuri/friendship visual novel with a pretty and different art style and a heartwarming story.”
“The whole story revolves around Kendra, a bully, and how the protagonist wants to 'help' her.”
“The person who wrote this story has no idea what real bullying is.”
“The story is an affront to yuri romance visual novels and bullying victims, and I just cannot possibly recommend it.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highlighted as a standout feature, showcasing a unique and aesthetically pleasing art style that deviates from traditional anime visuals. While most characters and scenes are attractive and refreshing, some reviews note a lack of detail in certain areas, indicating some corner-cutting in the graphics. Overall, the art style is well-received, contributing positively to the game's heartwarming narrative.
“The visuals are by far the thing that sticks out the most for me.”
“In conclusion, a lovely yuri/friendship visual novel with a pretty and different art style and a heartwarming story.”
“The graphics are purely original and the characters (and scenes) are very aesthetically pleasing, and with the exception of Molly, come across as very attractive, which may be refreshing to some people who prefer a visual novel that features something other than anime characters.”
“The graphics are purely original and the characters (and scenes) are very aesthetically pleasing, and with the exception of Molly, come across as very attractive, and may be refreshing to some people who prefer a visual novel that features something other than anime characters.”
“(The established term 'yuri' cannot be applied due to the non-anime style of graphics.) There's also no sex or nudity, which can be a good or a bad thing depending on the player's preference.”
“When it comes to scenes, there's a significant amount of corner-cutting in the graphics.”
- music5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game effectively sets the tone and enhances the storytelling experience, with charming background tracks that are pleasing to listen to. While sound effects are minimal, the overall soundtrack is considered satisfactory by players.
“The story goes at a nice pace and the art and music really set the tone for the story.”
“The background music not only does its job in setting the mood, but is also pleasing to the player's ear.”
“The sounds are limited to basic sound effects that are few and far between, but the background music not only does its job in setting the mood, but is also pleasing to the player's ear.”
“The music is charming enough.”
“The soundtrack is alright overall.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its heartwarming story and unique art style, creating a lovely yuri/friendship experience. Players particularly enjoy the fun and wholesome interactions between the main characters, Brooke and Molly.
“In conclusion, a lovely yuri/friendship visual novel with a pretty and unique art style and a heartwarming story.”
“The interactions between Brooke and Molly were fun and wholesome.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the character Molly, who is described as both cute and funny, adding a lighthearted and enjoyable dynamic to the storyline.
“Molly, the best friend of Brooke, is super cute and funny too.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The background music effectively enhances the game's tone and atmosphere, striking a balance that avoids redundancy.
“The background music really sets the tone and atmosphere without being too redundant.”
“The immersive environment draws you in, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
“The combination of visuals and sound creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real depth.”
“I expected a rich, immersive environment, but it just feels empty and lifeless.”
“The game fails to create a compelling atmosphere, making it hard to stay engaged.”
