Valkyrie Drive: Bhikkhuni

About

"Valkyrie Drive: Bhikkhuni" is an erotic hack and slash game with marvelous visuals and spectacular music. Players can team up in 2-player co-op or multiplayer mode, or play single-player, controlling girls infected with the VR-Virus who must fight to control it. The game features a good plot and compelling gameplay, although it does involve a lot of grinding.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 393 reviews

story42 positive mentions

grinding18 negative mentions

Fun and engaging combat mechanics that allow for a variety of combos and strategies.
Visually appealing graphics with well-designed characters and environments.
Strong fan service elements, including character customization and interactions.

Frequent crashes and technical issues that disrupt gameplay.
Limited character selection and repetitive enemy encounters lead to a lack of variety.
The story is poorly paced and often feels like filler, detracting from the overall experience.

story
189 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
72%
6%
The story in "Valkyrie Drive: Bhikkhuni" is often criticized for being generic and poorly paced, with many players finding it tedious and lacking depth. While some appreciate the character development and interactions, the overall narrative is seen as a weak point, overshadowed by the game's combat mechanics. Despite its attempts at humor and emotional moments, the story fails to engage many players, leading to a mixed reception regarding its quality and execution.
- “The story fleshes them out well, and gives all of them plenty of screen time in order for us to get to know them better.”
- “The story is really nice, of course a bit of ecchi but it still not focus all on that and is way deeper than you could think at first sight.”
- “The story feels much more mature and well written than any of the Senran Kagura games and the characters all feel much less like stereotypes, each having a bit more depth to their personality.”
- “The story is mediocre at best... one part or another is good but it's pretty bad and boring, for the most part.”
- “However, when focusing on the story itself, it falls flat being very boring and generic suffering from some major pacing issues.”
- “The main plot is what you would expect from an average anime plot line.”
gameplay
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
53%
4%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, with familiar mechanics for fans of the genre, particularly those who have played the Senran Kagura series. While some players appreciate the variety of fighting mechanics and character customization, others find certain aspects, like dodging and combo execution, to be lacking or tedious. Overall, the game offers a mix of enjoyable hack-and-slash action with a blend of fan service, though it may become repetitive over time.
- “The gameplay is really fun and easy to pick up, yet it will require real training if you want to master it and make a significant impact in online mode.”
- “There's a variety of fighting mechanics and options, making the combat and traversal mechanics enjoyable.”
- “Overall, this game, while having the same feel as Shinovi Versus, offers a new storyline and cast of characters with some changes to the battle mechanics, resulting in a fun and fresh experience.”
- “I'm not sure if this mechanic for these characters is intentional, but until I figured out that locking was required, it simply prolonged the already tedious battles.”
- “The game basically recycles some models, scenes, and stages from the Senran Kagura series, but with really bad gameplay and ridiculous combo challenges that make it really tedious.”
- “On the bad side of the gameplay we have the dodging mechanic; every hack-and-slash has it, but this game's one is not that good. The combo animations are sometimes way too long, and you can't dodge until the animation is finished, losing the opportunity to make a 'just in time dodge' that gives you synchro points used for drives.”
graphics
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
43%
6%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their vibrant colors, smooth performance, and appealing character designs, with many reviewers noting the beautiful art style and well-crafted environments. However, some players have experienced technical issues, including bugs and crashes, which can detract from the overall visual experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a significant improvement over previous titles, particularly in the transition from handheld to PC.
- “Graphics are great.”
- “The 3D graphics are pretty good overall with vivid colors and backgrounds that fit the area you are heading to nicely, although some themes are more exciting than others.”
- “The graphics are amazing and combat is challenging but not frustrating (something Estival Versus lacked).”
- “I tried everything (reinstalling my graphic drivers, disabling anti-aliasing, changing the compatibility of the game, even installing the beta 1.6) but the problem continues to exist.”
- “Bugs, so many bugs, the game crashes so much. It crashed with auto-save on, crashed again with graphics on high. I tried the beta branch, compatibility mode, and a dozen different settings; the only thing that worked was turning all settings off. No other game has had these issues.”
- “Force to play the game on a laptop that has only Intel integrated graphics (Intel HD 520) completely ruins the game's enjoyment, with freezing on loading and FPS drops.”
music
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
48%
13%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the varied soundtrack that includes rock, jazz, and pop elements, enhancing the fast-paced combat and overall experience. However, some players feel that while the music is enjoyable, it lacks standout tracks and can be perceived as bland or unmemorable. Overall, the soundtrack supports the gameplay well, contributing to the game's atmosphere, but it may not leave a lasting impression.
- “The soundtrack is a varied mix of rock, jazz, and some pop thrown in.”
- “Very fast-paced combat, flashy finishing moves, and fluid animation with a kicking soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is awesome, each girl having their own theme battle that plays when you enter special mode, even online, making the battles more epic.”
- “Although it was nice to see an inclusion of various genres, there were no standout tracks, essentially simply checking the box of having music to play in the game.”
- “...and the music is bland.”
- “Well, the music is normal, same as the story, so it will not be bad, but not so good either.”
optimization
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
40%
15%
Overall, the game's optimization is generally well-received, with many players reporting smooth performance and minimal technical issues. While some users experienced initial lag, subsequent gameplay improved significantly, and the game is noted for its efficient resource usage and ability to run at high frame rates. However, a few players mentioned minor jank and performance inconsistencies, suggesting that while the optimization is solid, there are still areas for improvement.
- “Another thing I liked about the gameplay is that, besides being a hack-n-slash, it's very well optimized; it doesn't consume too many resources to be played fairly smoothly.”
- “Graphics are really nice and smooth, and even really beautiful for a Vita port, and well optimized.”
- “Performance was pretty good for me, and this game even comes with an option to completely uncap the framerate.”
- “There's nothing interesting to this game, it's just a bland slog with weird performance issues and tons of jank.”
- “At first the game was a bit laggy for me (even the game opening was a bit choppy) but now I get a better FPS, I don't know why, they didn't seem to improve the performance according to the update log though.”
- “Meaning it's not optimized for your comfort, and instead makes you press too many buttons to get what you want.”
grinding
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews highlight that grinding in the game can be tedious, particularly during early levels where character progression is slow and battles feel prolonged due to unresponsive enemies. While some players appreciate the replayability and the ability to grind for different character combinations, many find the combat repetitive and the grind for outfits and achievements overly time-consuming. Overall, the game appeals to those who enjoy grind-heavy experiences, but it may frustrate players seeking more dynamic gameplay.
- “The annoying part was the early level grinding, since it took a while to level up all the characters enough to be able to enter the drive state for all of them.”
- “It makes what could have easily been a really fun beat 'em up a grindy game where everything takes far too long to get through.”
- “Where it can falter is on the low numbers of enemies in combats (groups never quite feel big enough, and battles end too quickly), and the tedious nature of collecting all the outfit options.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a mix of playful and absurd elements, with players enjoying the comedic moments tied to character interactions and combat mechanics. While some aspects, like the exaggerated character designs, elicit laughter, others, such as a specific character's creepy comedic style, may not resonate as well. Overall, the game successfully blends fun gameplay with humor, making it an entertaining experience.
- “I laughed so much in this game with its funny moments!”
- “The combat/traversal mechanics are just fun, character customization is insane... you will find yourself laughing just as much as you'll be hypnotized by bouncing loveliness.”
- “Not only in a naughty way but also in some funny ridiculous ways.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
86%
The game's stability is a significant concern, with users reporting frequent crashes, infinite loading screens, and inconsistent save functionality, particularly after completing missions. While the graphics and controls are praised, the overall experience is marred by persistent bugs that can lead to frustration and loss of progress.
- “The graphics are nice and very smooth; the port runs great on PC (1440p60 max on GTX 1050 Ti) and the controls are very responsive.”
- “The achievements seem to be very buggy though.”
- “I wanted to try to get the game to work, so while troubleshooting it, I had been replaying the same missions over and over. Sometimes it saves at the end, sometimes it crashes before the save.”
- “The only complaint I have about the game is that the stable version is buggy, and if you play with it, you will eventually get frustrated and annoyed because of the constant crashes and infinite loading screens. This is especially horrible when it happens at the end of a level and you lose your progress.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The game offers strong replayability through its collecting mechanics, multiple endings based on player rank, and the ability to replay chapters for character combinations and grinding. Players appreciate the fast-paced combat, which makes repeated playthroughs enjoyable rather than tedious, contributing to a satisfying overall experience.
- “Good replayability and has 2 different endings based on your rank for completing chapters. It's not a new game+, but you can replay the chapters over and over again for grinding or to play other combinations of characters.”
- “But still, it took me 10 hours to beat the game skipping the story. That's already longer than most western AAA games, so I guess this has great replay value!”
- “With a grading system and collectibles, it has good replayability without it being a chore due to its fast-paced combat.”
- “The collecting aspect promotes replay value a little bit.”
- “There isn't much incentive to replay the game after finishing it.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little reason to go back.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game evokes a strong emotional response through its engaging story and unexpected plot twists, despite some clichés. The romance sub-stories, while initially uncomfortable, develop into wholesome narratives, contributing to the overall emotional depth. Players appreciate the smooth gameplay and the impactful moments that resonate long after playing.
- “This game made me feel an awakening.”
- “The story is kind of cliché at some points, but it has some good plot twists that will leave you with the question 'what the heck?'. The game also has sub-stories called 'romance stories' that explore the relationships between the girls. Most of them are weird at the beginning but end up really wholesome.”
- “An excellent port of the PS Vita game with smooth action, an interesting story with branching paths, and some really emotional moments to boot.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Character development in the game is generally appreciated for its pleasant graphics and appealing character designs, although some users find the costumes to be mediocre. Overall, the visual aspects contribute positively to the game's enjoyment, but there is a lack of depth in character development itself.
- “Overall, the character designs are pleasant and really make this game very enjoyable.”
- “I like this game; the graphics look nice, especially the character design. Anyone should definitely try playing this game.”
- “Nice graphics and character designs.”
- “Character development?”
- “Character design and costumes are too mediocre.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers highlight a significant improvement in both graphics and overall atmosphere, suggesting a more immersive and visually appealing experience.
- “The graphics and atmosphere are significantly improved.”
- “The immersive atmosphere draws you into the game world.”
- “The haunting ambiance creates a truly captivating experience.”