Wander No More
- February 18, 2017
- Zetsubou
Get on SteamIn "Wander No More" , follow the story of Kouichirou Nabatame, a former samurai, and Chiyo, a young village girl, as they form a family and seek to rebuild their lives after deserting Kouichirou's kingdom. However, peace eludes them, and the past continues to haunt them on their journey. With only 3 CGs and 2 sprites, this kinetic novel emphasizes narrative over gameplay, featuring 15,000 words and 4 original music tracks.
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- Beautiful artwork that contrasts sharp characters with soft backgrounds, enhancing the overall tone of the game.
- Engaging story with intriguing elements, despite some predictability, and well-written script.
- Good voice acting that matches the characters well, contributing to the immersive experience.
- Voice volume fluctuates significantly, which can be distracting during gameplay.
- The game is quite short, leaving players wanting more content and choices for a more interactive experience.
- Some characters' voice acting felt awkward or cringy, detracting from the overall quality.
- story11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, featuring a unique yet familiar narrative about a devoted samurai caring for a traumatized girl in a small Japanese village. While some elements are surprising, the plot is often predictable and linear, lacking player choices, which some reviewers felt limited its potential. Overall, the writing is appreciated, though there are calls for more depth and direction, with many expressing interest in a sequel.
“A story about a devoted samurai taking in a traumatized and injured young girl to care for, based in a small village somewhere in Japan.”
“The story felt unique but also familiar to other plot lines we have all seen before; without saying too much and spoiling the story, I will say that it was predictable in where it was heading.”
“Although it was a short story, I did enjoy it and would be looking forward to a sequel.”
“The story has some surprising elements, but overall it feels predictable.”
“There are some inconsistencies in the plot that seem to exist for convenience.”
“It is a kinetic novel, which means it has a linear plot with no choices involved.”
- music5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with a well-suited soundtrack that enhances the storytelling, despite its limited variety. Reviewers appreciate the background music and sound effects, noting that they effectively engage players throughout the experience. Overall, the soundtrack complements the game's artwork and narrative, contributing positively to the overall atmosphere.
“I liked the story, the background music, the sound effects, and the artwork.”
“Amazing artwork throughout the visual novel, an alluring soundtrack, and unique characters.”
“The soundtrack was fairly limited in a sense that there wasn't too much variety.”
“Even though it was limited, each piece of the soundtrack was well suited for each scene, thus keeping me engaged.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their beautiful and unique artwork, which enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the visual style and character designs, although some found the voice acting to be less impressive. Overall, the combination of appealing visuals and an engaging soundtrack contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
“Amazing artwork throughout the visual novel, an alluring soundtrack, and unique characters.”
“Beautiful artwork.”
“I liked the story, the background music, the sound effects, and the artwork.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praised the character development for its impressive detail in design, highlighting the stunning background scenes that enhance the overall visual experience.
“The background scenes were stunning, and the detail in the character design was very impressive.”
“The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form a genuine connection with each character's journey.”
“I love how the choices I make influence the characters' growth and relationships throughout the game.”
