VenusBlood HOLLOW International
- January 6, 2022
- Ninetail
Get on SteamIn VenusBlood HOLLOW International, players navigate a dark fantasy world as a powerful Overlord, commanding demons and making strategic decisions in grid-based battles. The game features multiple story routes, character customization, and tactical combat. Players must balance building their dark dominion, managing resources, and navigating complex relationships to achieve their goals. Please note that the game contains mature content and themes, including sexuality and violence.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a rich and engaging story with well-developed lore, making it enjoyable for fans of fantasy narratives.
- There is a high level of customization for units and commanders, allowing for diverse strategies and gameplay experiences.
- Improvements in UI and mechanics from previous titles in the series enhance the overall gameplay experience.
- The game is not newcomer-friendly, lacking tutorials and clear explanations of its complex mechanics, which can lead to confusion.
- The presence of sensitive themes, particularly non-consensual content, is not adequately warned about, which may be distressing for some players.
- The UI, while improved, still feels outdated and can be overwhelming due to the amount of information presented.
- story28 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game's story is engaging and well-written, with character development and plot twists that respond to player choices, although it may feel basic and repetitive to some. Players must commit to a single narrative path, which can lead to game overs if they attempt to balance good and evil choices. Overall, while the story enhances the gameplay experience, it may not satisfy those seeking a deeply intricate narrative.
“The story and each character are very unique and kept me engaged.”
“Very fun JRPG, with a very well-written story.”
“A long story that is probably better than you would expect from a game of this type.”
“Unless the game is on sale, the story for the most part is pretty basic, with obvious twists and repetitive setups.”
“You could play the all-ages version of the game, and just play it for the story and tactical aspect, but in my opinion, if that's what you want, you should look elsewhere.”
“5/10 storytelling.”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its depth and complexity, offering a unique experience that stands out among other eroge games, with hundreds of hours of engaging content. However, players note a steep learning curve and a lack of clear explanations for its intricate mechanics, which can be overwhelming for newcomers. Overall, while the gameplay is rewarding, it requires patience and dedication to fully appreciate.
“The gameplay alone makes this worth it already, with the story just pushing it even more.”
“This is quite possibly one of the best visual novels with gameplay on the market.”
“Unique and fun gameplay: unlike 99% of sexually explicit games on Steam, the gameplay is not some barebones RPG Maker game, cheap knockoff of a better game, a brainless 'puzzle' game, or a visual novel with no gameplay at all.”
“The learning curve is steep and the game doesn't explain its own mechanics very well.”
“Just like the previously released VB game (Frontier), this one uses an overly complicated combat system, with dozens of interacting mechanics, a mess where some things matter a lot and some usually don't, until they do and it bites you in the ass.”
“Lots of mechanics in the game, and, for better or worse, the game does not hold your hand, drip-feeding your tutorials on each one.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, contributing significantly to the overall experience alongside its engaging story and gameplay. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, enhancing the game's appeal and complementing its charming characters.
“But overall, with an amazing story, soundtrack, and gameplay, it's definitely worth the money and it is hard to find a better eroge game out there.”
“Good music, lovely characters, and Anora is the best girl.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are considered underwhelming, particularly in the fight sequences and map design, though the artwork is described as decent yet somewhat clichéd. Despite these visual shortcomings, the depth of the combat and stats adds a layer of complexity that some players find engaging.
“While the actual fights and map graphics leave much to be desired, the depth of the combat and stats is pretty overwhelming at first.”
“The artwork is decent, if not a bit trope.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability through its dual moral choices of good and evil, as well as the challenge of completing higher difficulty levels, such as Thanatos mode. Players can further enhance their experience by engaging enemies in the highest berserk mode, unlocking additional bonuses upon completion.
“The game offers excellent replay value with the option to choose between good and evil paths, and tackling higher difficulties in Thanatos mode. Additionally, playing with all enemies on the highest berserk mode unlocks extra bonuses upon completion, making it a super challenging and exhilarating experience.”
“With multiple endings and character choices, each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, encouraging players to explore different strategies and outcomes.”
“The variety of gameplay modes and challenges keeps the experience dynamic, ensuring that no two runs are ever the same.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players note that unlocking additional characters requires completing high difficulty levels, often necessitating multiple playthroughs and significant resource investment, leading to a grinding experience.
“You have to play through the game on super high difficulties to unlock additional characters, which leads to grinding for about 5+ playthroughs and resource hogging to unlock the best unit in the game.”
“The grinding required to progress feels excessive and tedious, making the game more of a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
“Unlocking new content demands an overwhelming amount of grinding, which can be frustrating and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
