XOXO Droplets
- August 31, 2017
- GB Patch Games
Get on SteamA massive otome dating sim about a humorously jerky young lady and her mission to woo one of multiple uniquely, but equally, obnoxious guys.
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Reviews
- The game features a unique and humorous cast of characters, each with distinct personalities that contribute to entertaining interactions.
- The gameplay combines dating sim elements with visual novel mechanics, providing a challenging yet enjoyable experience with reputation management and random events.
- The main character is confident and relatable, making the story engaging and fun, while the art and music enhance the overall experience.
- The game can be tedious due to the extensive min/maxing required to progress, which may frustrate players looking for a more straightforward experience.
- There are limitations in character customization and options for the main character, making it difficult for some players to fully relate to her.
- Some players have reported issues with achievements and bugs, particularly with the 'Champion' achievement, which detracts from the completionist experience.
- story22 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's story is characterized by a focus on acceptance rather than transformation, offering a refreshing take on romantic narratives. While some players find the main plot lacking and tedious, relying heavily on side events and random elements, others appreciate the humor derived from misfortune and the ability to use cheat codes to enhance their experience. Overall, the narrative serves primarily as a backdrop for the romance mechanics, with mixed feelings about its execution.
“I loved the story line.”
“I’m not saying there’s no romantic value in the typical kind of 'tsundere' story, but it was really refreshing to me to play a game that’s about acceptance rather than changing someone to better suit you.”
“The story definitely utilizes what’s known as 'schadenfreude,' the universal term for humor derived from someone else’s misfortune.”
“Overall, the game just feels like you are in the back silently following someone else's story that most people don't even want to be part of.”
“When it comes to the story, or plot, there isn't one per se.”
“The goal of romancing one of the love interests is the plot - all other situations are only very welcome side-events.”
- humor20 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its entertaining and biting sarcasm, with many players finding it genuinely funny and charming. While some aspects of the humor may wear thin over time, the use of schadenfreude and the main character's confident, comedic personality contribute to a delightful experience that keeps players laughing. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with engaging storytelling.
“It is a rather funny visual novel.”
“Another thing I enjoyed about the game was the humor.”
“It's hilarious and the sarcasm is just biting.”
- grinding10 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and time-consuming, often leading to frustration as they spend hours for minimal rewards or story progression. The daily min/maxing required feels burdensome, making it difficult for many to stay engaged or motivated to continue playing. Overall, the grinding system detracts from the enjoyment of the game, with some players questioning its value.
“I am leaning towards no since this game is just so tedious to get to the good stuff.”
“This game is very tedious with all of the daily min/maxing you have to do.”
“But it's going to be a long-term project since it's so time-consuming and tedious... it's hard to want to 'play' this game.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as fun and light, enhancing the overall atmosphere, though some players found it repetitive after multiple playthroughs. The voice acting is also praised, contributing positively to the experience. Overall, while the music is decent, it may not stand out significantly over time.
“I have no complaints about the art or music, and the voice actors are great too.”
“There isn't much I can say about the music; it was fun, light music that added to the entire feel of the game. However, at times I did find it to become repetitive - though the chances are this also had to do with the many replays I've gone through.”
“Especially when you see how much of a downer he is, did I mention he likes disco music?”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this visual novel is noted for its intricate popularity and friendship mechanics, which add a layer of challenge that appeals to players with a penchant for detail and organization. Users find that these mechanics enhance the overall experience, making it stand out among other visual novels.
“This visual novel really brings out my OCD like no other visual novel I have played, with its popularity and friendship mechanics.”
“This visual novel really brings out my OCD like no other visual novel I have played with its popularity and friendship mechanics.”
“With the mechanics to consider, it is a bit more challenging than others I have played.”
- character development4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Character development is primarily focused on the main characters, with side boyfriends receiving less attention and lacking detailed character growth and visual representation. However, the character designs and backgrounds are well-received, enhancing the overall experience.
“I very much enjoyed the character designs and backgrounds, too.”
“There are also 'side boyfriends,' but they don’t have character graphics or as much character development.”
