Yokai Art: Night Parade of One Hundred Demons
- September 28, 2022
- Secret Labo
Get on Steam"Yokai Art: Night Parade of One Hundred Demons" is a rhythm game where players tap to the beat of traditional Japanese music while being surrounded by colorful yokai . The game features a variety of modes, including a story mode where players uncover the secrets behind the yokai's night parade. With its unique art style and engaging gameplay, players will be immersed in Japanese folklore and mythology.
Reviews
- The game is a fun and engaging tower defense experience reminiscent of Plants vs Zombies, with unique mechanics and cute character designs.
- The art and animations are beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game, and the developers consistently add new content.
- Gameplay is strategic and challenging, with a variety of difficulty levels and a rewarding progression system that keeps players engaged for hours.
- The game can become repetitive after completing the main story, and some players feel that the grinding mechanics detract from the overall experience.
- There are issues with balance and bugs, particularly in later stages where certain yokai are required to progress, which can lead to frustration.
- The adult content, while optional, may not appeal to everyone, and some players feel that the game lacks depth in its strategic elements compared to other tower defense games.
- gameplay43 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its addictive loop and enjoyable mechanics reminiscent of the Plants vs. Zombies formula, albeit with some unique twists and customization options. While some critiques point to a lack of innovation and repetitive grinding, the overall experience is considered fun, especially for fans of the tower defense genre, with a solid score averaging around 8/10. The integration of adult content is seen as a bonus rather than a necessity for enjoyment.
“The gameplay loop is addicting and on higher difficulties it truly becomes a challenge.”
“A fairly decent tower defense game, with nice customization options, collection mechanics (meal cooking ingredients) and music.”
“The character art is beautiful, the enemy art is unique and interesting, and the gameplay loop is very enjoyable (especially if you like the tower defense genre).”
“It's nothing more than a stripped down version of Plants vs. Zombies, with different graphics and some useless grinding mechanics.”
“Gametime increases only because of the grinding mechanics; otherwise, the provided levels would be completed in just 2-3 hours.”
“The actual gameplay is basically Plants vs. Zombies but with yokai.”
- story15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally considered minimalistic and forgettable, serving primarily as a backdrop for gameplay rather than a focal point. While it is presented in a comic book style and is easy to follow, players note that it lacks depth and complexity, with many feeling it is merely a vehicle for the tower defense mechanics. Overall, the narrative is seen as passable but short, with little expectation for a rich storytelling experience.
“I finished the main story in 5 hours taking my time, but my characters and traps are far from fully upgraded. I have not purchased nearly everything, and I still have yet to do the hard stages and event stages—so there is still quite a bit I want to do.”
“The story plays out in comic book style, and is easy to follow.”
“The story is not the strong point of this game, but its mechanics really make a big difference compared to Plants vs. Zombies.”
“The story is very minimalistic and forgettable.”
“That's about the gist of it, but the story is just a distraction, set dressing.”
“Story 70/100: passable but short.”
- music12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise, with many users rating the soundtrack a perfect 10/10 and appreciating its Japanese style and beautiful themes. While some players noted that the music can become repetitive, it remains enjoyable and complements the game's overall aesthetic. The combination of catchy tunes and cute character designs enhances the gaming experience, making it a standout feature.
“I like the music and designs of the characters you use.”
“The soundtrack slaps.”
“The music is a Japanese style sound and though it plays repetitively, it's not something that you will get tired of.”
“Also, there are a lot of Japanese theme songs in the game.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their cute and gorgeous art style, reminiscent of classic games like Plants vs. Zombies, though some elements feel like reskins. While the aesthetic appeals to many, there are mixed feelings about the chibi style and repetitive level designs. Overall, the artwork is considered a highlight, contributing to the game's charm and nostalgic value.
“The art style, as the name suggests, is really cute.”
“Fun way to kill time and some gorgeous artwork.”
“Beautiful graphics and deeply tactical, unlike casual games from other developers.”
“It's nothing more than a stripped down version of Plants vs. Zombies, with different graphics and some useless grinding mechanics.”
“All levels feel and actually are the same, just the graphics change.”
“Cute game and art style, however a lot of elements are just reskins of things from PVZ.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The game heavily relies on grinding, which can make progress feel slow and tedious, especially since many resources become useless and cannot be sold. Players note that while achievements are challenging, they are not excessively grindy, but the limited number of locations exacerbates the grinding experience, extending gameplay unnecessarily. Overall, the grinding mechanics detract from the enjoyment, making it feel like a stripped-down version of other games.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The game emphasizes grinding, but the second most important resource, the products, becomes useless and you can't even sell it.”
“It's nothing more than a stripped down version of Plants vs. Zombies, with different graphics and some useless grinding mechanics.”
“So, progress becomes extremely slow, as you keep grinding while you have to repeat one of the just five locations the game has - actually four, because you're grinding so you may be able at some point to get through the fifth.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the replayability of the game, highlighting features such as global leaderboards and potential PvP elements, along with additional difficulty levels that encourage multiple playthroughs.
“The game offers great replay value with global leaderboards and the potential for PvP.”
“There are additional difficulty levels that enhance the replayability.”
“The replay value is lacking, especially with the absence of global leaderboards and PvP options.”
“While there are additional difficulties available, they don't significantly enhance the replayability of the game.”
“The game feels repetitive after the first playthrough, making it hard to find motivation for replaying.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight that the humor in the game is effectively conveyed through its hilarious drawings and animations, enhancing the overall comedic experience.
“The drawings and animations are absolutely hilarious!”
“The humor in the game is spot-on and keeps you laughing throughout.”
“I love how the witty dialogue adds a layer of fun to the gameplay.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is viewed positively, with users noting that it is not exploitative and is offered at a very low price, suggesting a fair value for the content provided.
“The monetization system feels exploitative, pushing players to spend more than they should just to enjoy the game.”
“I can't believe how many microtransactions are crammed into this game; it ruins the experience.”
“The game is designed to make you feel like you need to spend money to progress, which is incredibly frustrating.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the character development in the game, highlighting it as a strong aspect alongside the enjoyable music and charming chibi art style.
“I love the character development in this game; it adds depth and makes the story more engaging.”
“The character development is fantastic, allowing players to really connect with the characters and their journeys.”
“I appreciate how the character development evolves throughout the game, making each decision feel impactful.”
