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Unluckily in Love

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69%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development
92% User Score Based on 26 reviews

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About Unluckily in Love

Unluckily in Love is a single player action game with romance, comedy, anime and erotic themes. It was developed by ebi-hime and was released on March 13, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

A wholesome BL VN about a young man, Yuel, struggling to come to terms with his father’s death. Seeking solace, he turns to his older cousin, Tavi, for help, and their relationship takes a surprising turn as Yuel begins to develop feelings for Tavi that are more than just familial.

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92%Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews
story10 positive mentions
  • Engaging and emotional narrative with well-developed, relatable characters showing strong chemistry.
  • Beautiful anime-inspired art style and detailed backgrounds; expressive sprites and well-composed CGs enhance emotional scenes.
  • Includes a free adult DLC adding explicit content that deepens character relationships, plus an intuitive interface and accessible menus.
  • The main romantic interest, Tavi, can come across as rude or disrespectful, which may be off-putting to some players.
  • The story is a slow burn with a linear plot and no player choices, which may not appeal to those wanting more interactivity or branching paths.
  • The incest theme between cousins may be uncomfortable or taboo for some players and could be a deal breaker.

  • story

    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    29% positive mentions, 62% neutral mentions, 9% negative mentions

    The story centers on a slice-of-life, character-driven romance between first cousins, blending themes of isolation, acceptance, and healing from past trauma. While its pacing can be slow and the plot relatively simple and linear, the narrative's charm lies in its relatable characters, emotional depth, and a mix of angst, fluff, and comfort that resonates with fans of the genre. The story also features some dark undertones balanced by cute, engaging moments and is supported by fitting art and music to enhance the overall experience.

    • “The story really focuses on the feelings of isolation and acceptance.”
    • “Otherwise, I highly recommend this as the story manages to build Yuel and Tavi's characters to be human and with flaws to make that slow burn worth it.”
    • “This story has a nice mix of slice of life, angst, fluff, and some very fun banter between the characters.”
    • “Probably just not for me, but the story was a a little boring. I ended up just spamming through a majority of it because I couldn't get interested.”
    • “It's not exactly outstanding, it's just a normal (incestual) love story.”
    • “The pacing of the story may feel slow at times.”

  • emotional

    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is praised for its wholesome and heartfelt portrayal of love, acceptance, and emotional vulnerability. Players find the narrative relatable and moving, with well-executed character interactions that foster deep connections without relying on dramatic or tragic twists. The use of expressive artwork further amplifies the impact of key emotional moments.

    • “Tavi always does his best to make Yuel feel loved and accepted despite the surly attitude he has, and he has no problem giving the emotional and physical attention Yuel so desperately needs.”
    • “I think at different points in my life, I could relate strongly to each of the characters; it was so heartwarming to see their relationship blossom and ultimately flourish through the ups and downs.”
    • “The game excels in presenting portrayals of love and "heartbreak", touching themes such as mourning loss, emotional vulnerability, the feelings of trying to exceed the expectations of others.”

  • music

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    43% positive mentions, 57% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music, created by Mock Off, is upbeat and soothing, fitting perfectly with the game's atmosphere, story, and characters. Its selective use enhances the experience without becoming repetitive or distracting, complementing both mundane and emotional moments effectively.

    • “The game's soundtrack is a mix of soothing music which complements the story's atmosphere and tone, even if they are only played in specific moments.”
    • “A pleasant "game", quite an interesting plot, cool characters and delicate music.”
    • “The music by Mock Off is upbeat most of the time and fits well with Yuel's mundane life and his comfortable time with Tavi.”

  • graphics

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game features an anime-inspired art style with detailed character designs and backgrounds that enhance the storytelling. Its visuals are beautiful and fitting for the entertaining, fictional narrative, though adult scenes contain explicit content by design. Overall, the graphics effectively complement the romance and drama elements of the game.

    • “The game features an anime-inspired art style with detailed character designs and backgrounds that help bring the story to life.”
    • “Beautiful art style and detailed backgrounds.”
    • “With its engaging narrative, well-developed characters, and beautiful art style, the game offers a memorable experience for fans of the romance genre with a twist of drama here and there.”

  • humor

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is highly praised for being genuinely funny, with party banter between characters like Yuel and Tabi providing particularly entertaining and amusing moments. Overall, the game features many cute and humorous interactions that enhance the experience.

    • “The party banter between Yuel and Tabi is sometimes hilarious and awesome!”
    • “There are many cute, humorous moments that are entertaining to watch.”
    • “Not gonna lie, it's pretty funny.”

  • gameplay

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users find the gameplay mechanics engaging and well-designed, offering a smooth and intuitive experience that keeps them invested. The game strikes a good balance between challenge and accessibility, enhancing overall enjoyment.

  • character development

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game offers detailed, anime-inspired character designs that enhance the storytelling experience, contributing positively to character development.

  • atmosphere

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's atmosphere is enhanced by a soothing soundtrack that effectively complements the story's tone, though the music is featured only during select moments.

    • “The game's soundtrack is a mix of soothing music which complements the story's atmosphere and tone, even if they are only played in specific moments.”
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Unluckily in Love is a action game with romance, comedy, anime and erotic themes. Common tags for Unluckily in Love include indie, lgbtq+, linear, emotional, relaxing and others.

Unluckily in Love is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, Windows and others.

Unluckily in Love was released on March 13, 2023.

Unluckily in Love was developed by ebi-hime.

Unluckily in Love has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked Unluckily in Love for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Unluckily in Love is a single player game.

Similar games include The Divine Speaker, Dreamy Planet, Blackberry Honey, Heart of the Woods, The Fairy's Song and others.