We Are OFK

95%
Game Brain Score Based on 185 reviews
  • music
  • story
  • graphics
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Impressive efforts with a few noticeable problems holding them back. Won't astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash.
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"We Are OFK" is an interactive episodic series that follows Itsumi Saito's journey of starting a band in LA's music scene. Experience her story through animated episodes and music videos, where you'll engage in activities like arguing over lyrics and sending texts. The game features OFK's debut tracks and offers an immersive look into the highs and lows of pursuing creative dreams.

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 185 reviews
music78 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • The game features a compelling and emotional story that resonates with players, particularly those in the LGBTQ+ community.
  • The art style and music are beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall experience and immersing players in the game's vibrant world.
  • The characters are well-developed and relatable, with authentic dialogue that captures real-life interactions and struggles.
  • The gameplay is minimal, with choices that often feel inconsequential and do not significantly impact the story, leading to a sense of linearity.
  • Some players found the pacing slow, particularly in the early episodes, making it difficult to stay engaged.
  • Technical issues, such as animation glitches and audio sync problems, detracted from the overall experience for some users.
  • music168 mentions

    The music in "We Are OFK" has been widely praised for its fantastic and diverse soundtrack, featuring modern pop and EDM influences that resonate with players. Many reviewers appreciate the interactive music videos, which enhance the storytelling experience, although some noted that the gameplay mechanics can feel minimal and occasionally clunky. Overall, the combination of beautiful visuals, engaging characters, and a compelling musical score creates a memorable and enjoyable experience for players.

    • “Fantastic soundtrack.”
    • “The music is incredible, and I practically ran to Spotify to save all the songs.”
    • “The music absolutely rocks, the interactive videos are fun, the voiceover talents make an awesome job breathing life into their digital alter egos, and the writing can be really neat at times.”
    • “The only other interactive element in the game, besides the menus and playback controls, are the interactive music videos, and admittedly, they don't feel very good to 'play' as mini-games.”
    • “The 'music videos' portions are okay as far as trying to mesh minigames with the music in an artistic fashion to continue telling the story in a sense, but in a lot of cases the controls were mushy or strange, never explained, and it's mostly just something to do while listening to the cool music.”
    • “However, I’m not really a fan of the hardly any gameplay options only in the music videos.”
  • story160 mentions

    The story of the game is described as compelling and relatable, often likened to a visual novel or interactive TV series, with a focus on the struggles of creativity and friendship among a diverse cast of characters. However, many reviewers noted that the choices offered are largely superficial, lacking significant impact on the narrative, which can lead to a feeling of linearity and a lack of character development. Despite these criticisms, the game's beautiful art, engaging music, and heartfelt themes resonate with players, making it a recommended experience for those who enjoy story-driven games.

    • “Beautiful art, perfect music, and a fascinating story 🙌”
    • “The story itself is about these four, notably queer characters - and I mean that with intense love, as a bisexual musician myself - trying to make ends meet and pursue their dreams.”
    • “The game was an amazingly well-done narrative that tells a beautiful story.”
    • “I appreciate the ambition of wanting to promote and transform an album of songs into a video game, but despite having so much going for it, the story (or lack thereof) just makes the whole game fall apart.”
    • “The story fails to keep attention and when one has to force themselves to keep reading, then it's a sure sign that the game is not for them.”
    • “Your choices only affect dialogue and not the story.”
  • graphics39 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful and vibrant art style, which enhances the overall experience and complements the engaging soundtrack. While many reviewers appreciate the stunning visuals, some note that the animation quality can falter during character movement, detracting from the overall polish. Overall, the combination of striking visuals and heartfelt storytelling resonates well with players, making it a standout feature despite some inconsistencies.

    • “Lovely visuals, beautiful soundtrack with every song a banger of varying degrees and hugely well-written characters.”
    • “The visuals for the game are beautiful and follow/unfollow is definitely a bop.”
    • “Beautiful and vibrant artwork and characters that draw you in and make you want to understand their motivations.”
    • “The visuals are poorly done, unfortunately.”
    • “The story execution is... as poorly as the graphics.”
    • “I really love the visuals but I was expecting a lot more.”
  • emotional25 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised, with many players expressing that it evokes strong feelings, often leading to tears. Reviewers highlight the heartfelt storytelling, relatable character interactions, and the overall cozy and wholesome atmosphere, making it a touching experience that resonates particularly with the millennial and Gen Z demographics. The combination of engaging music and a passionate cast further enhances the emotional depth, creating a memorable and impactful journey.

    • “Overall lovely and emotional experience.”
    • “The writing really hits home for the millennial/Gen Z demographic; it feels very heartfelt.”
    • “We Are OFK was both heartwarming and heart-wrenching all in the same breath.”
  • gameplay24 mentions

    The gameplay in this title is primarily focused on narrative and cinematic experiences, with minimal interactive elements such as dialogue choices and occasional mini-games during music segments. Many players noted that the gameplay lacks depth and traditional mechanics, making it feel more like a visual novel or interactive movie rather than a game in the conventional sense. While some appreciated the storytelling and character design, those seeking substantial gameplay may find it lacking.

    • “I was expecting the gameplay to be more rhythm game-like, but I wasn't disappointed when I got to actually enjoy the music experience instead of trying to focus on notes flying across the screen.”
    • “The score by Omniboi is intense, gameplay is interactive and movie-like. The movies remind me of Fortnite concerts, funnily enough. If you have the money, play this game and experience it for yourself.”
    • “Such a brilliant game, with magnificent character design and writing, whilst just enough gameplay to be captivated by the story.”
    • “There isn't a lot of gameplay - it's mostly a cinematic experience with some mouse input here and there.”
    • “It's important to know what you're getting with We Are OFK - there is very little traditional gameplay to be found here, it's much more akin to a short Netflix series where you're regularly prompted to choose things for the characters to say.”
    • “The gameplay is honestly just a few dialogue options, it doesn't seem like they have an impact on the story, it's more like watching a movie play out and reading text messages.”
  • character development10 mentions

    Overall, reviews highlight a strong appreciation for the character designs and the storytelling, with many players expressing a desire for deeper character development throughout the game. While some found the character arcs engaging, others noted inconsistencies in development between episodes, indicating a need for more growth and continuity. The inclusion of diverse representation was also positively received, enhancing the overall narrative experience.

    • “I loved this game so much, excellent audio design along with awesome character development, so cool to see so much queer representation in games now.”
    • “Such a brilliant game, such magnificent character design and writing whilst just enough gameplay to be captivated by the story.”
    • “I wanted more character development, more story.”
    • “I wish there was some character development/growth; the episodes had a flow until episode 3 to 4.”
    • “With 5 chapters in tow (each session takes an hour), every one leads you down a journey of character development with one of the main characters.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted as a standout feature, with players appreciating its witty lines and funny choices that elicit genuine laughter. The combination of engaging storytelling and charming visuals enhances the comedic elements, making it a memorable experience that resonates emotionally with players. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's appeal, leaving players eager for more.

    • “Engaging story, amazing soundtrack, lovely visuals, funny choices and witty lines.”
    • “It's beautiful, sincere, funny, charming, and overall great.”
    • “I finished the first episode, 'Hooks', and well, this is one of those rare games that made me laugh, cry, and actually have me feel something after so long.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The optimization of "We Are OFK" has been criticized for its lack of engaging gameplay elements, particularly the absence of a significant performance that players are led to anticipate. Additionally, the game's reliance on a single voice actor for multiple roles has been noted as a detriment to the overall quality of the voice performances, impacting the immersive experience.

  • replayability2 mentions

    The game offers limited replayability primarily due to its visual novel format, with current choices feeling inconsequential in the early episodes. However, players enjoy the engaging interactions and sensory experiences, suggesting potential for deeper replay value as more episodes are released.

    • “This game is mostly a visual novel with limited replay value, but there are plenty of fun and clever ways to interact beyond just making choices, providing a constant sensory reward.”
    • “The decisions you make may have more significance in later episodes, adding to the potential for replayability as the story unfolds.”
    • “So far, only the first 2 episodes (of 5) are playable, so maybe the decisions you make will matter later, but for now they seem entirely pointless.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users have reported significant stability issues, particularly highlighting bugs and glitches in the mini-game of Episode 4, which affected gameplay and item collection.

    • “Episode 4's mini game was a nightmare for me; I'm not sure why it was so buggy and strange in the way it collected items in the mini game.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing progress.”
    • “I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined the overall experience.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    Reviewers praise the game's atmosphere for its authentic representation of both physical settings and emotional tones, effectively resonating with players' experiences and enhancing the overall immersion.

    • “As someone who used to fit that demographic, I can attest to the accuracy of the physical atmosphere and the emotional tones the game conveys in various scenes in which the characters appear.”
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