Time Tenshi Paradox: Episode 1

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"Time Tenshi Paradox: Episode 1" is a visual novel that follows Kenji Johnson and the Time Tenshi, a group of girls with the power to travel through time. With the use of a time machine, they explore the past and attempt to balance history. Each episode features a self-contained story with multiple choices and endings. The game is the first episode in a planned series and aims to continue the engaging and exciting story established in the previous Time Tenshi series.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Time Tenshi Paradox: Episode 1 screenshot

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

music2 positive mentions

character development3 negative mentions

The artwork and background music are visually appealing and enhance the overall experience.
There are character choices that, while limited, provide some engagement and variety in the narrative.
Fans of the previous Time Tenshi games may find this installment enjoyable and worth checking out.

The game is very short, with many players feeling it lacks substantial content and depth.
Excessive recapping of previous events detracts from the new story, making it feel repetitive.
There are concerns about the developer's reliability and the quality of future episodes, leading to skepticism about the series' direction.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The story of the game unfolds in a post-apocalyptic setting following a catastrophic tornado and focuses on characters like Kenji, Kyo, and Tessa as they navigate the aftermath and repair a time machine. While the narrative is engaging and offers a solid introduction, players feel that their choices have limited impact, and the first episode is relatively short, leaving them eager for more depth in future installments. Overall, the episodic format presents a promising foundation for a potentially more intricate storyline as the series progresses.
- “Still, it's a solid follow-up so far on the story and I'm curious to see where it goes.”
- “If this time Tenshi Paradox gains enough episodes to become as lengthy as the other Time Tenshi games or to even go beyond that, it might be their most engaging and impressive story yet.”
- “The story is interesting and I can't wait to see what Silver Cow Studio does next!”
- “This story takes place after the world got into a huge tornado that ripped the time rift. Meanwhile, Kenji, Kyo, Tessa, Michelle, and others take some much-needed time off because they need to fix the repaired time machine due to a huge battle that took place.”
- “It felt like all but one of the decisions so far had zero impact on the story.”
- “Recaps are nice, but for how short the first episode is, I would have liked to see more new story.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The background music is generally well-received, with many appreciating its quality and the accompanying art. However, some players express nostalgia for the original soundtrack, preferring it over the new music, which they find acceptable but not as memorable.
- “The background music is nice, and the art is good as well.”
- “I kind of miss the old soundtrack; the new one is okay, though I just prefer the songs from the first game.”
- “I also kind of miss the old soundtrack; the new one is okay, though I just prefer the songs from the first game.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is characterized as "hilariously dumb," suggesting that it relies on absurdity and silliness to elicit laughter, appealing to those who enjoy lighthearted and nonsensical comedy.
- “Hilariously dumb”
- “The humor is so absurd that it keeps you laughing throughout the game.”
- “I love how the game doesn't take itself seriously and delivers jokes at every turn.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviews indicate that character development is lacking, with many users criticizing both the depth of character growth and the overall design of the characters.
- “The character development is lacking depth and feels rushed.”
- “There is no real growth or change in the characters throughout the game.”
- “The characters are poorly designed and fail to engage the player.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The graphics are noted for their nice artwork, though some users feel the overall experience is very short, leading to a mixed but generally positive impression.
- “The artwork is stunning and adds a unique charm to the game.”
- “The graphics are beautifully designed, creating an immersive experience.”
- “The visual style is impressive, making every scene a delight to explore.”