Volleyball Heaven
- July 22, 2020
- Winter Wolves
Volleyball Heaven is a unique visual novel focusing on female friendship and love amid the complex social currents of contemporary America.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Linux
Reviews
- The writing is engaging and often the strongest aspect of the game, with interesting character dynamics and varied routes.
- The art style is appealing, particularly in cut scenes, and the game offers a fresh take on the yuri visual novel genre.
- There are multiple routes to explore, providing replayability and the opportunity to piece together a more comprehensive story.
- Many characters, especially the main character's best friend, are unlikable and poorly developed, leading to frustrating interactions.
- The game is overly dramatic and fragmented, lacking a balance of fun and lighthearted moments, which detracts from the overall experience.
- There are significant issues with the portrayal of relationships, including themes of harassment and a lack of meaningful choices that can feel disempowering.
- story13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game's story features diverse romance paths with each teammate, including the coach, leading to varying experiences from lighthearted to more intense themes. While many players appreciate the engaging narrative and character depth, some express a desire for a more relaxed focus on friendships and sports rather than drama. Overall, the story is praised for its replayability and character interactions, though some find the lack of dynamic scenes and a balance between realism and fun to be a drawback.
“The story is engrossing, and most of the characters are likable, though one of them was very hard to connect with. After one playthrough, I found myself skipping scenes I had already seen.”
“You see the story from all angles if you date each girl on each playthrough.”
“I'm giving the game a thumbs up as I enjoyed the art, the writing, and generally the story.”
“But god damn, the story!”
“And that's where the lack of CGs comes from; the story is more interested in being realistic, which doesn't lead to many 'sexy times' kind of events.”
“But hey, I still enjoyed the game; I think it's well done, the art is a highlight, just needs more of the fun time CGs and a better balance to the story.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised, with users noting that the scenery and character designs are exceptional. However, some players expressed disappointment in the limited number of unlockable CGs, which only become available after completing the game.
“The graphics and scenery are all great.”
“The artwork is really, really good.”
“The visuals are stunning.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the quirky personality of the character Zoe, whose eccentricities provide amusing moments that resonate with players. Overall, the comedic elements contribute positively to the gaming experience.
“Zoe has funny moments as she is a nut job, yet she still feels relatable as your character.”
“It is quite funny too.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally rated as "pretty good" with a score of 8, though some players prefer to mute it due to personal taste. Despite this, the overall experience remains highly rated at 10, indicating that the music does not detract from the game's enjoyment.
“Overall, I would rate the music an 8. It's pretty good, but I usually mute it.”
“While I rate the music an 8, I can't fault it because it doesn't really match my taste.”
“Overall, the game is a 10, but the music is an 8. I can't fault it too much because it doesn't really match my taste.”
“The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“While the music is well-produced, it doesn't fit the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is noted for its extensive hours of engagement, providing players with a rich and immersive experience. Overall, it offers a well-rounded and enjoyable gaming experience.
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging, keeping me hooked for hours on end.”
“I love the variety of gameplay mechanics that keep each session fresh and exciting.”
“The controls are smooth and responsive, making the gameplay feel intuitive and enjoyable.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
“I found the controls to be unresponsive at times, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
“The pacing of the gameplay is off, leading to frustrating moments that break the immersion.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the emotional depth of the game, highlighting its blend of dramatic storytelling with wholesome moments that create a unique and engaging experience.
“It's not often I play a dramatic visual novel with wholesome moments.”
