Type-NOISE: Shonen Shojo

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Type-NOISE: Shonen Shojo is a single player action game. It was developed by DankHearts and was released on September 16, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

*This game does not include voice acting. We noticed there are feedbacks on the English localization quality. We are working on a full proofreading of all English texts. Thank you for your support! This game is filled with a great number of puzzles, each varying in difficulty. If you get stuck on a stage or you aren't sure how to proceed, check Steam Forum for hints. You'll surely find a lead t…

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Adventure

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

story5 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The escape room gameplay is engaging and features a nice variety of puzzles that showcase character personalities and backstories.
The 2D anime art style is visually appealing and enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.
The narrative pacing is effective, with each character having their own compelling backstory that motivates exploration of different paths.

The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, as it attempts to cover too many heavy topics without fully exploring any of them.
The English translation is poor, with numerous typos and awkward phrasing that detracts from the experience.
Some gameplay elements, like the debate segments, did not resonate well with all players, and the overall structure can feel like a collection of mini-games rather than a cohesive narrative.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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43%
21%
The story in Type-noise is a mixed bag, featuring a disjointed narrative that highlights individual character backstories while primarily focusing on the main duo, Zena and Soto. While the pacing builds curiosity and encourages exploration of different character paths, the overall coherence suffers, making it necessary to engage deeply with side characters to fully appreciate the narrative. Despite its shortcomings, the story is complemented by enjoyable puzzles, making the game appealing for fans of escape-room gameplay.
- “Each character has their own compelling backstory without getting overshadowed by the protagonist, which motivated me to explore other characters and chase different endings.”
- “The narrative pacing is good, building curiosity effectively.”
- “I liked watching the cast bond and also enjoyed seeing the story unfold.”
- “The story, which gives each character a turn in the spotlight, was not as consistent, though.”
- “Also, the other four characters' stories have only a loose connection to Zena and Soto's stories, which are the real highlight of the story, but you have to see all four other characters' stories first.”
- “Overall, while Type Noise excels in the escape-room gameplay aspect, the story is only alright.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
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The gameplay in "Type Noise" is primarily centered around engaging escape room puzzles that are intuitive and well-structured, making them accessible even for casual players. While some elements, like the debate segments, may not resonate with everyone, the overall puzzle mechanics are solid and enjoyable, drawing inspiration from popular visual novels and adventure games. The hint system further enhances the experience, ensuring players can navigate challenges without feeling overwhelmed.
- “From a gameplay perspective, the escape rooms were pretty great.”
- “The escape puzzles are a large portion of the game, so if that kind of gameplay is your jam, Type Noise is an easy recommendation, despite its mixed-quality story.”
- “I can clearly see the inspiration drawn from visual novels and adventure games (Zero Escape, Danganronpa, Ace Attorney, Needy Girl Overdose), and it's very cute seeing the gameplay from them incorporated here.”
- “Overall, while type noise kills it on the escape-room gameplay aspect, the story is only alright.”
- “Some of the gameplay elements didn't click with me, especially the debate segments, but overall, they were fun.”
- “The escape puzzles are a large portion of the game, though, so if that kind of gameplay is your jam, type noise is an easy recommendation, despite its mixed-quality story.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics are highly praised for their stunning 2D anime art style, which effectively enhances the game's immersive world, making it a perfect choice for fans of visual novels and puzzle elements.
- “It's a great fit for fans of visual novels with an anime art style blended with puzzle elements—definitely recommend it if that sounds like your jam.”
- “[i] - graphics: [/i] the 2D anime art style is gorgeous and really brings the world to life—big thumbs up.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is highly praised, with users reporting a smooth performance throughout, free from issues or crashes, making it both playable and reliable.
- “Performance: runs super smooth without any issues or crashes; it's playable and reliable all the way through.”
- “The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains a steady frame rate and loads quickly.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is enhanced by decent and fitting background music and sound effects, which complement the experience without being distracting.
- “The background music and sound effects are decent and fitting; they enhance the atmosphere without being distracting.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with every detail.”
- “The combination of visuals and sound creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”
- “The background music and sound effects are decent and fitting; they enhance the atmosphere without distracting.”
- “The game lacks a cohesive atmosphere, making it feel disjointed and uninspired.”
- “Despite the potential for a rich environment, the atmosphere feels flat and uninviting.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some users noting that it can feel chaotic and disorganized, lacking a cohesive narrative purpose.
- “Some music can be improved because sometimes it feels like a mess, not in an intentional story-purpose way.”
- “The soundtrack lacks variety and often feels repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The music doesn't match the game's tone, which detracts from the overall experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional depth of the game is highlighted through characters like Itsuki and Hiyori, whose stories explore the pressures of academic achievement and the challenges of content creation, respectively. However, some characters, such as Honoka and Kaito, are perceived as less impactful, resulting in a mixed emotional experience overall.
- “Some of the characters, like Itsuki and Hiyori, had interesting, emotionally resonant stories focusing on the pressure of being a high academic achiever and the negative aspects of content creation.”