Tokyo Necro

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Tokyo Necro is a single player action game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Nitro Origin and was released on March 13, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

In the icy grasp of a future ice age, Tokyo survives thanks to geothermal heat pipes. Amidst this frozen city, So'un and Ethica, working for the Karasuzumi Living Dead Stalker Office, execute necromancers and their undead minions. Their latest mission reveals a mysterious kidnapped girl, leading them into a dark conspiracy. 'Tokyo Necro' offers action-packed visual novel gameplay with immersive first-person fights and a gripping cyberpunk story.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

story17 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

Exceptional worldbuilding and character design, creating a vivid and immersive experience.
Engaging story with strong pacing, featuring diverse themes and well-executed action scenes.
High production value with impressive 3D animations and a captivating soundtrack.

Dull writing in some parts, leading to a lack of character depth and engagement.
Pacing issues, particularly in the first half of the game, which can feel slow and tedious.
The Steam version is heavily censored, missing important scenes and context that detracts from the overall experience.

story
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a complex and engaging blend of cyberpunk themes, action, and personal struggles, particularly focusing on grief and trauma. While it features a diverse cast and captivating plotlines, some players found certain elements overly edgy or confusing, particularly regarding AI-human integration. Overall, the narrative is praised for its depth and character development, making it a memorable experience despite some criticisms of pacing and writing quality.
- “The story includes a nearly overwhelming amount of diverse themes, but I found most of it surprisingly smoothly integrated.”
- “I can describe the plot as captivating and simply fun; it encompasses different issues while packed with action and mystery.”
- “While thematically it can still be called a cyberpunk story, at its heart is an uplifting personal story of overcoming grief and trauma.”
- “The rest of the story suffers from dull writing.”
- “The issue comes from the fact that the story confuses too much on the entire idea of AI-human integration, which is infinitely less interesting than the necromancy plot.”
- “It's a long cyberpunk story that wants to talk about life and death, but unfortunately it's not profound enough.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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8%
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The music in the game has received high praise for its variety and quality, featuring a mix of high-energy electronic tracks and emotional melodies that enhance the gameplay experience. Reviewers noted the soundtrack's ability to elevate battle scenes and create an immersive atmosphere, with standout tracks that resonate well with the game's themes. Overall, the music is described as a significant highlight, contributing to the game's epic and engaging moments.
- “The music was also amazing to listen to throughout my playthrough!”
- “Furthermore, I found the soundtrack immaculate; there are many lovely songs with a solid variety.”
- “The soundtrack is varied and wonderful to listen to.”
- “The music tracks range from hype battle themes to slower, sad tracks, but they ultimately feel uninspired.”
- “While there is a music gallery, the overall soundtrack lacks variety and fails to leave a lasting impression.”
- “The final boss music plays in the background, but it doesn't elevate the experience as expected.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their stunning visuals and impressive artwork, particularly in character design and action scenes, which effectively utilize 3D animations and detailed illustrations. However, some reviewers feel that the reliance on visuals detracts from the writing, suggesting that the narrative could shine more if the graphics served as a supplement rather than the focal point. Overall, the world-building and aesthetic elements are highlighted as strong points, contributing to a refreshing and engaging experience.
- “Artwork is marvelous, which is magnified by the character designs.”
- “The setting and world-building are easily one of the main charms: the ice age, advanced science, necromancy, cyberpunk aesthetic... all of it felt very refreshing and thrilling!”
- “The action scenes are so well done, both with the use of 3D animations and also the multitude of artwork solely used for those specific scenes such as arm & gun artwork, muzzle flashes, various movements, splatters, and tons of other touches that all made it work.”
- “Like seriously, the prose is very terse, flat if you will, and the battle scenes rely way too much on 3D visuals, when in my opinion these scenes shine the most with just good writing and the visuals should be a supplement to enhance the writing.”
- “I think this also stems from, again, relying too much on the fancy visuals and not the writing.”
- “Don't really have anything much to complain about the characters, story, visuals, or audio, but it doesn't quite make a home run on any of those aspects either.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character development in *tokyo necro*, highlighting its engaging story and well-crafted routes that enhance the overall experience. The impressive artwork and character designs further complement the narrative, contributing to a memorable visual novel experience.
- “Although it isn't a totally perfect visual novel, 'Tokyo Necro' has a wonderful story with amazing routes and character development.”
- “Artwork is marvelous, which is magnified by the character designs.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the visual novel is highly praised, with users noting its impressive system performance and the inclusion of well-executed animated fight scenes, contributing to a satisfying and creative experience.
- “Altogether, I'm left very satisfied with this unique experience and definitely recommend it for its creativity and performance!”
- “This visual novel has the best system and performance, with many animated fight scenes that are awesome.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by limited choices, which may restrict player engagement and exploration. Overall, it appears to lack depth, leading to a less immersive experience.
- “As for the gameplay, there are only a couple of choices presented.”
- “Now that I've gone over the story and gameplay, I'll move onto my critique.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game effectively balances emotional depth with action, featuring slower, poignant moments alongside fast-paced sequences. It appeals to fans of visual novels seeking a blend of intense action and heartfelt storytelling.
- “It has its slower, more emotional moments as well as its faster-paced, action moments.”
- “If you enjoy visual novels and are looking for one that has plenty of action-packed moments as well as emotional depth, then look no further.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers strong replayability as players can explore different story routes, gaining new insights and experiences with each playthrough.
- “The game has great replayability with story beats that change based on the knowledge gained from exploring various routes.”
- “Each playthrough offers new insights and experiences, making it a joy to revisit the game.”
- “The multiple endings and choices ensure that every run feels fresh and engaging.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game somewhat tedious, particularly due to the lengthy animation sequence that plays every time they boot up, which can delay access to the main menu.
- “The grinding feels excessively repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “It takes far too long to level up, which makes the experience feel more like a chore than fun.”
- “The amount of time required to grind for resources is frustrating and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game successfully balances an engaging science fiction narrative with action and edginess while maintaining a sense of humor, ensuring that players enjoy both the storyline and comedic elements.
- “The game masterfully balances action and storytelling while maintaining a delightful sense of humor throughout.”
- “Even with its edgy themes, the humor shines through, making the experience both thrilling and entertaining.”
- “The witty dialogue and clever jokes add a lighthearted touch to the engrossing science fiction narrative.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised, characterized by excellent world-building and a compelling story that immerses players deeply in its environment.
- “The story and the characters are great; the world-building has been well realized, and the game is positively dripping with atmosphere.”