Wheel of Innocence

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Wheel of Innocence is a lesbian visual novel where you peer into the life of a disabled high schooler named Reina.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 59 reviews

story26 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game tells a heartfelt and emotional yuri story that effectively addresses themes of trauma, disability, and love, making it a touching experience.
Despite being a free visual novel with some technical flaws, the charming characters and engaging narrative keep players invested throughout the short playtime.
The representation of a disabled protagonist in a romantic story is refreshing and adds depth to the narrative, showcasing a genuine portrayal of love and healing.

The game suffers from technical issues such as typos, grammatical errors, and inconsistent character sprites, which detract from the overall experience.
Some players found the pacing uneven, particularly in the first act, where the story felt drawn out and lacked sufficient relationship development between the main characters.
While the story touches on important themes, some critiques mention that it could have explored these topics in greater depth, leaving certain aspects feeling shallow or rushed.

story
85 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
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The story of "Wheels of Innocence" is a heartfelt yuri narrative that explores themes of trauma, disability, and emotional healing, featuring a disabled protagonist in a romantic context, which adds depth and authenticity. While the storytelling is engaging and touches on significant issues with sincerity, some reviewers noted technical flaws like typos and rushed writing that detracted from the emotional impact. Overall, it is praised for its touching and hopeful portrayal of love and personal growth, making it a recommended experience for those seeking a short, meaningful story.
- “I don't tend to cry much with video games as opposed to other forms of media, but this story was clearly put together with a lot of heart and effort.”
- “Overall, the story delves into important themes of trauma, disability, bullying, and depression.”
- “Wheels of Innocence is a really, really wonderful story about two girls with a lot of trauma going through their process of healing, helping each other through it and opening themselves up to love.”
- “Sometimes, the story lacked the strength and finesse to make the emotional moments more powerful.”
- “Now perhaps the most important part about any visual novel is the writing, and aside from the story being pretty shallow and rushed, let me emphasize that there are lots of typos and missing commas.”
- “There was so much that could have been done with the subjects the story offers.”
emotional
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of "Wheels of Innocence" is characterized by its heartfelt yuri narrative that balances both heartwarming and heartbreaking moments, effectively capturing the complexities of love and personal struggles. While some technical flaws and pacing issues are noted, the story's emotional depth, particularly in addressing sensitive topics like abuse and suicide, resonates strongly with players, making it a touching and hopeful experience overall. The accompanying music enhances the emotional impact, creating a memorable and engaging storytelling experience.
- “If you're in for a casual simultaneously heartwarming and heartbreaking story, play this one.”
- “Wheels of Innocence touched me emotionally with its heartfelt yuri story, even though there were a few technical issues like typos and sprite inconsistencies.”
- “I think it's really special and touching, and if you want a good, hopeful cry, then it's a perfect story for that!”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The gameplay is centered around the innovative "wheel of innocence" mechanic, which allows players to connect clues and make strategic decisions in a mystery-solving adventure. While this unique tool enhances interactivity and critical thinking, it can also lead to frustration due to its complexity. Overall, the gameplay offers an engaging experience, though the story remains largely linear with predetermined endings.
- “With its engrossing storyline, challenging puzzles, and a unique gameplay mechanic centered around a spinning wheel, the game manages to stand out in the crowded genre of mystery-solving adventures.”
- “Gameplay revolves around the central mechanic of the 'wheel of innocence,' a unique tool that players use to connect clues, draw conclusions, and advance the investigation.”
- “The spinning wheel mechanic adds an element of interactivity and strategy, encouraging players to think critically and make informed choices.”
- “While the spinning wheel mechanic adds a layer of complexity, it might also lead to moments of frustration as players try to decipher the correct connections.”
- “As for the gameplay, there are choices presented although the story itself is mainly linear, so the ending will be the same.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The music in the game effectively complements the emotional tone of key scenes, enhancing the storytelling experience. However, reviewers noted a lack of variety in the soundtrack, with only a few memorable tracks present, which could have further enriched the overall atmosphere.
- “The background music matched the mood of each scene well, making important moments more emotional.”
- “I really enjoyed the music and the ability to see the achievements in the game without having to check Steam.”
- “After all, it uses stock sprites, backgrounds, and music.”
- “However, having more variety in the soundtrack could have made the storytelling even better.”
- “There are no CGs present, and as for the soundtrack, only a couple of tracks are noticeable.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The game's atmospheric visuals effectively immerse players in its intriguing narrative, though the art style is considered only decent. While the dialogue may lack inspiration, it is well-written and serves to advance the story.
- “Its atmospheric visuals and intricate narrative draw players into a world of intrigue and suspense.”
- “The art style is pretty decent and contributes to the overall experience.”
- “The art style, however, is pretty decent, but the overall graphics feel outdated and lack detail.”
- “The visuals are underwhelming and fail to create an immersive experience.”
- “The graphics are a significant letdown, making it hard to appreciate the game's potential.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of "Wheel of Innocence" is characterized by its visually striking environments and detailed character designs, which together create a compelling tone that enhances the game's mystery-laden narrative. Players are immersed in a world filled with intrigue and suspense, effectively drawing them into the experience.
- “Visually, 'Wheel of Innocence' is a blend of atmospheric environments and character designs that effectively set the tone for its mystery-laden narrative.”
- “Its atmospheric visuals and intricate narrative draw players into a world of intrigue and suspense.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While "Wheel of Innocence" features atmospheric environments and appealing character designs that enhance its mysterious narrative, the character development is notably lacking, leaving players wanting more depth and growth in the characters.
- “Visually, 'Wheel of Innocence' is a blend of atmospheric environments and character designs that effectively set the tone for its mystery-laden narrative.”
- “Character development is almost next to nothing.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players generally find the game's humor to be a standout feature, with many tagging it as funny due to its clever writing, witty dialogue, and amusing character interactions. The comedic elements effectively enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate humor in gaming.
- “This game had me laughing out loud with its clever puns and witty dialogue!”
- “The humor is spot on, blending absurdity with sharp satire that keeps you entertained.”
- “I love how the characters have such quirky personalities; their interactions are hilarious!”