Yog-Sothoth’s Yard

87%
Game Brain Score Based on 141 reviews
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In "Yog-Sothoth’s Yard," manage a hotel with mystical staff and guests, earning wealth through diverse methods. Your choices shape the world's fate and influence staff relationships, offering 21 possible endings. Be cautious when consulting Oracles, as it may affect your sanity.

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87%
Audience ScoreBased on 141 reviews
story32 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The game features stunning 2D illustrations and a unique blend of cozy management sim and visual novel elements, making it visually appealing and engaging.
  • The story is captivating with interesting characters, and the Lovecraftian themes add a unique twist to the gameplay.
  • Despite some translation issues, the game is addictive and offers a lot of content, keeping players engaged for hours.
  • The English translation is poorly executed, with numerous typos and awkward phrasing that can make the dialogue difficult to follow.
  • Gameplay can become repetitive and tedious, especially in the late game where the mechanics feel less engaging.
  • The pacing is off, with long prologues and frequent interruptions for dialogue that can detract from the overall experience.
  • story81 mentions

    The game's story is generally praised for its captivating and engaging narrative, with well-developed characters and intriguing plot twists, although the quality of translation often detracts from the experience. While some players find the initial prologue tedious and the storytelling occasionally overwhelming, many appreciate the balance between story and gameplay, making it a charming and enjoyable experience overall. However, there are mixed feelings about the depth and originality of the story, with some players feeling it becomes less engaging as the game progresses.

    • “The story is captivating; the player character actually feels like he's part of this world.”
    • “The plot twists in the middle and, especially, at the end of the game hooked me onto the completion, although even after finishing, there remained a sense of deprivation concerning some key characters.”
    • “A very fun and enjoyable game with a cute and Lovecraftian storyline and atmosphere.”
    • “The story doesn't deliver on the premise.”
    • “The story is kind of absurd on its own and it tends to throw a lot of reading at you at times - usually the beginning of the in-game month, and reading it feels like you're under the effect of drugs.”
    • “I actually liked the prologue and was somewhat invested in the story/world, but then when I got to the main story it was just ecchi waifu harem bait and they pull you away from the actual gameplay way too frequently for stereotypical anime scenes.”
  • gameplay55 mentions

    The gameplay combines hotel management simulation with a visual novel experience, offering a cozy and endearing atmosphere, but it tends to become repetitive and mindless as the game progresses. While some players appreciate the depth and variety of mechanics, many criticize the lack of strategic elements and quality of life improvements, leading to a grindy experience. Overall, the game is enjoyable for casual players, but those seeking a more engaging gameplay loop may find it lacking.

    • “Right now, the gameplay (hotel management) seems to be very cozy, while the dating aspect is endearing and cute.”
    • “The game features hotel management sim gameplay and a multi-ending visual novel experience.”
    • “I had a blast, didn't expect to play for 40 hours on my first run, didn't expect the lore to be that deep and have such gameplay, I really enjoyed it!”
    • “The gameplay can become repetitive in the late game, which involves a lot of clicking and navigating through menus.”
    • “Unfortunately, the gameplay is very stale and it's more like a visual novel.”
    • “As far as gameplay is concerned, there's a lot of mindless clicking for resource gathering, upgrading rooms, and clicking 'next.' The proper way to utilize simulation gameplay is to make it strategical on some level, but there really isn't that here.”
  • graphics21 mentions

    The game's graphics are widely praised for their beautiful and detailed art style, featuring cute character designs and exquisite backgrounds that create an immersive atmosphere. While some reviewers note a generic quality to certain visuals and a lack of depth in character design, the overall aesthetic is considered delightful and well-executed, enhancing the game's dreamy and spooky vibe. Despite some criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics, the artwork remains a standout feature that many players appreciate.

    • “This game builds a dreamy and moving world for players through exquisite graphics and music, allowing them to immerse themselves and enjoy it.”
    • “The backgrounds and character designs are all extremely pretty, very well drawn, with a sort of painted art style.”
    • “Gorgeous art style and a really interesting story with gameplay, totally recommend.”
    • “The game mainly reminds me of depersonalization in terms of visuals.”
    • “The girls are cute, but the art style is very generic, and honestly just glancing at the CGs on the Steam store page might get you as much worth as buying and playing the game.”
    • “Visuals: for starters, you open up the game and the first thing you notice is the design.”
  • music7 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to create an immersive and cozy atmosphere, complementing the exquisite graphics and enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the chill and fitting soundtrack, with some expressing a desire for a purchasable soundtrack. Overall, the music is considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing to its dreamy and moving world.

    • “This game builds a dreamy and moving world for players through exquisite graphics and music, allowing them to immerse themselves and enjoy it.”
    • “Comfy game with cozy music to listen to.”
    • “I love the game, I just wish there was a soundtrack I could buy.”
    • “Decent soundtrack, decent storyline.”
    • “The music is really well fitting with the tone and theme.”
  • grinding7 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the alchemy system is engaging, it can become tedious, especially when aiming for 100% completion. The initial prologue and gameplay mechanics are enjoyable, but many feel that the repetitive nature of tasks, particularly in hotel management, detracts from the overall fun. Overall, the game offers a decent experience for its price, but the grind can be a significant hurdle.

    • “Honestly, not a bad game for the price point. The game itself is quite fun, even if it can be tedious and time-consuming at times.”
    • “The alchemy is addictive but gets tedious if trying to 100%.”
    • “Initially, I expected some sort of construction management simulator, but I was disappointed when I had to read a lot of tedious text right from the beginning of the game.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics were fun and interesting only for the first half hour; then it became a tedious routine.”
  • character development6 mentions

    Character development is praised for its uniqueness and execution, with each character standing out in a visually appealing and high-quality art style. While the designs are generally well-received, some critiques mention a lack of coherence in certain aspects, suggesting that not all character designs feel thoughtfully crafted. Overall, the combination of cute and spooky elements contributes to a memorable atmosphere.

    • “Each character is unique and character development is well-executed.”
    • “The backgrounds and character designs are all extremely pretty, very well drawn, with a sort of painted art style.”
    • “It follows a pretty cute chibi style for the overworld, and a more glossy and natural looking backdrop for cutscenes, with intricate backgrounds and visually appealing character designs.”
    • “A lot of the character development feels jank, as if there were no thought put into it, like 'wohoo look at me, I have many eyes'.”
    • “While the character designs are cute, the overall development lacks depth and feels superficial.”
    • “The character development is disappointing; it seems like the focus was more on aesthetics than on creating meaningful growth.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is a well-executed blend of anime cuteness, horror, and dark comedy, creating a unique atmosphere. While the writing is generally strong and evocative, occasional mistranslations and typos can unintentionally add to the humor, providing moments of unexpected laughter. Overall, the humor is contextually rich, enhancing the gaming experience despite minor language issues.

    • “Very well executed theme with a combination of anime cuteness, horror, and dark humor.”
    • “While the writing is overall pretty good and the language used is very evocative, there are many times where mistranslations or typos took me out of the game for a bit and made me laugh.”
    • “Every now and then, a sentence will sound funny when you play it in English, but it's easily understandable with the context.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is richly immersive, blending Lovecraftian elements with high-quality visuals and memorable character designs. While some cliches like eyes and tentacles appear, the overall environment is engaging and enhances the experience, contributing to a fun and enjoyable gameplay.

    • “The game is soaked in atmosphere and has pretty art.”
    • “A very fun and enjoyable game with a cute and Lovecraftian storyline and atmosphere.”
    • “High-quality and consistent style and assets, memorable HD character designs, and an excellent and unique spin on the atmosphere.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Players found the optimization aspect of the hotel management game engaging initially, but it became monotonous as they streamlined and perfected all elements of gameplay.

    • “Hotel management was fun at the start, but it got a bit boring by the end since I optimized everything.”
    • “The optimization process feels tedious and takes away from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
    • “I spent more time optimizing than actually playing, which made the experience less engaging.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs and a lack of an auto-save feature, which can lead to frustrating experiences where players are forced to exit through the task manager due to the game hanging.

    • “I tried to slog through the word vomit, but the game is also insanely buggy and doesn't have an auto-save feature. It just hangs sometimes, and you can only exit via the task manager.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience. Stability is a major issue.”
    • “I encountered numerous glitches that disrupted gameplay, and the lack of an auto-save feature only exacerbated the problem.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players find the game to be both wholesome and highly addictive, suggesting it evokes strong positive emotions that keep them engaged.

    • “Not only is this game wholesome, but it's addicting as hell.”
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