Touhou Gensokyo Visitor

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Touhou Gensokyo Visitor is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by GameGate and was released on October 30, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "Touhou Gensokyo Visitor," players explore a fantasy world filled with spirits and supernatural beings. As a human visitor, players must navigate through various challenges and battles, using different characters with unique abilities to uncover the mysteries of Gensokyo. The game features metroidvania-style exploration, bullet hell shooter mechanics, and visual novel-style storytelling.

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Audience ScoreBased on 131 reviews

story20 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and animations, enhancing the overall visual experience.
The soundtrack is pleasant and complements the game's atmosphere well.
The story, while simple, is engaging and offers a charming experience for fans of the Touhou franchise.

The English translation is riddled with grammatical errors and typos, which can detract from the immersion.
The narrative feels rushed and lacks depth, making it seem more like a fanfiction than a fully developed story.
The game is very short, with no branching paths or choices, leaving players wanting more content.

story
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The story of the visual novel has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its immersive and entertaining elements, while others find it lackluster and simplistic. Many appreciate the art and music, but note issues with character development and plot depth, often describing it as a typical isekai narrative. Overall, while some enjoyed the humor and emotional moments, others felt the story could benefit from more substantial writing and longer content.
- “I enjoyed the time to invest into the story and this is absolute cinema!”
- “I really liked this story; it was very immersive. I just wish it was longer.”
- “The story is written in a way that flows nicely and introduces all of the characters to the reader.”
- “The story didn't really interest me enough to go past 45 minutes.”
- “The story is a bit weak and lackluster; it was very light and superficial, even for a fanfic or visual novel. I was expecting more of a story and/or characters to be featured to hold some significance.”
- “The main plot point feels forced, with an unnatural feel to it.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received positive feedback for its pleasant and calming tones, enhancing the overall experience of the visual novel. Many players appreciate the soundtrack for being soothing and fitting, although some note its repetitiveness and missed opportunities for more varied remixes. Overall, the music is considered one of the strong points of the game, contributing significantly to its atmosphere.
- “The soundtrack is also very pleasant with nice calming tones that are very soothing.”
- “Honestly, these two are the strong points of this visual novel: the art and animation + the great background music.”
- “The background music/sounds are great and I'll say that I'm a fan of it so much.”
- “The music, while relaxing, is very repetitive.”
- “This game is five Owl City songs long.”
- “My biggest qualm though is how many missed opportunities there were for remixing any number of Touhou songs into the visual novel.”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "Touhou Gensokyo Visitor" are widely praised for their beautiful art style and dynamic animations, which enhance the overall visual experience. While the visuals are a standout feature, some reviewers noted that the story could be lacking, yet the impressive character models and expressive animations keep players engaged. Overall, the artwork is considered a major highlight, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The wonderful animation and the art style both really shine here, and the character models simply look amazing.”
- “What I'll commend the most is the visuals; the dynamic animations and art that are used with the character sprites and CGs were something that I wasn't expecting from the get-go.”
- “The artwork is amazing and the animations are executed excellently.”
- “The art style for Touhou Gensokyo Visitor is something I highly praise.”
- “What I'll commend the most is the visuals; the dynamic animations and art used with the character sprites and CGs were something that I wasn't expecting from the get-go.”
- “The art style is a major highlight of this visual novel; the character designs would make neat desktop photos.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its wholesome and heartwarming narrative, which evokes feelings of joy and nostalgia among players. Many users express a deep connection to the characters, particularly Reimu, and appreciate the cute interactions that leave them feeling warm and uplifted. Overall, the game successfully creates a touching experience that players are eager to revisit.
- “I cried, I love you Reimu, please.”
- “A short, very cute and heartwarming visual novel.”
- “Made me feel warm inside and smile a bit.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a blend of humor that includes cute and funny moments, appealing to both fans of the Touhou series and newcomers alike. Players appreciate the sweet story interspersed with comedic and romantic elements, as well as the unique and amusing achievement names that add to the overall charm.
- “It's a cute and short game, with some humorous moments and fun scenes.”
- “Very fun and funny; if you have played any of the Touhou games, I recommend this. If you have not played any, you can still enjoy it regardless.”
- “Sweet story with funny, serious, and romantic comedy moments.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users praising the graphics quality and smooth performance, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.
- “The optimization of graphics and performance in this game is outstanding, allowing for a smooth and immersive experience.”
- “I was impressed by how well the game runs on lower-end hardware, showcasing excellent optimization.”
- “The developers have done a fantastic job optimizing the game, ensuring that it looks great while maintaining high frame rates.”
- “The graphics are stunning, but the performance is a mess. I experience constant frame drops and stuttering, which ruins the immersion.”
- “Despite the beautiful visuals, the game is poorly optimized. It struggles to run smoothly even on high-end hardware.”
- “I was really disappointed with the optimization. The game crashes frequently and the loading times are excessively long.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers express frustration with the monetization model, particularly criticizing Unity's system that imposes fees based on sales thresholds, which they feel penalizes successful projects. They argue that the visual novel could have been developed more affordably using Ren'Py, highlighting a preference for less costly and restrictive options.
- “The visual novel doesn't have any functionality that couldn't have been done in Ren'Py with less effort, and without having to fork out cash to Unity when their sales pass a certain threshold. That's Unity's monetization system; I hate it because it literally punishes success.”
- “The monetization model feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without constantly being bombarded by paywalls.”
- “I find the in-game purchases to be excessive and unnecessary, detracting from the overall experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers suggest that certain events, like the encounter between Reimu, the protagonist, Yukari, and Tenshi, could benefit from extended duration to enhance character development, indicating a desire for deeper exploration of character relationships and growth.
- “Some particular events can be a lot longer, such as the time when Reimu and the protagonist met Yukari and Tenshi, allowing for more character development.”
- “The character arcs are incredibly well-crafted, making each character's journey feel authentic and engaging.”
- “I love how the game allows characters to evolve based on player choices, creating a unique experience for each playthrough.”
- “Some particular events can be a lot longer, such as the time when Reimu and the protagonist met Yukari and Tenshi, and add some more time for character development.”

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Touhou Gensokyo Visitor is a casual role playing game.

Touhou Gensokyo Visitor is available on PC and Windows.

Touhou Gensokyo Visitor was released on October 30, 2020.

Touhou Gensokyo Visitor was developed by GameGate.

Touhou Gensokyo Visitor has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its optimization.

Touhou Gensokyo Visitor is a single player game.

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