Your Diary+
- August 10, 2018
- Cube
"Your Diary+ is a visual novel game that delves into the stories of seven heroines, each representing a different way people experience happiness. The game is currently in a poor state for the English version, with a fix in progress, but Chinese players can enjoy it without issues. Your choices impact how each character's story unfolds, offering a unique and personalized experience."
Reviews
- The art and character designs are well-crafted, showcasing Kantoku's talent and providing a visually appealing experience.
- The game features enjoyable voice acting and a decent story that combines light-hearted moments with character-driven narratives.
- It is often available at a low price during sales, making it an affordable option for fans of visual novels.
- The English translation is poorly executed, often making the text unreadable and difficult to understand.
- The game feels unfinished and lacks proper localization, with some content cut or censored, leading to a frustrating experience.
- Players have reported technical issues, such as broken fullscreen options and crashes, which detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, featuring a decent plot with well-constructed characters that contribute to a light, comedic, and wholesome "slice of life" experience. Despite some translation issues, players appreciate the engaging narratives of each heroine, making it enjoyable for relaxation. Overall, the story is considered a strong point, with a rating of 7.5/10.
“This game has a good plot and nice story.”
“The story is light and mixed with some comedy, making this game very suitable to be enjoyed while relaxing.”
“If you browse on the internet, you will notice that this game had quite a success in Japan, and I can understand why: the characters are well constructed, each one adding value to the storyline, and the scenes convey a 'slice of life' / wholesome feeling.”
“Other than this, I can't really say much about the story considering I can't read this without getting a headache.”
“Besides the translation problems, the characters of this visual novel seem to play well off one another, offering a slice of life kind of story.”
“But still I did try to read all of it and the story is just actually pretty decent even with how it's translated.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its well-constructed characters and wholesome storytelling, which evoke a "slice of life" feeling that resonates emotionally with players. Users appreciate the light-hearted nature of the visual novel, finding it touching and relaxing as they explore the different girls' stories. Overall, it successfully delivers an emotional experience that contributes to its popularity, particularly in Japan.
“If you browse on the internet, you will notice that this game had quite a success in Japan, and I can understand why: the characters are well constructed, each one adding value to the storyline, and the scenes you encounter convey that 'slice of life' / wholesome feeling.”
“I really enjoyed this light-hearted visual novel game very much. For what it was, it felt very touching and relaxing to go through different girls' stories.”
“The content here on Steam provides access to the all-ages version, which is fine in itself and offers a sweet and wholesome story.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is considered decent but somewhat generic, while the voice acting is praised. However, the overall experience is marred by poor translation quality.
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of voice performances in the game is highly praised, with users noting that the voice acting is well-matched and executed effectively.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers consistently highlight the atmosphere as a standout feature, often noting it as their first and most impactful impression of the game. The immersive environment significantly enhances the overall experience, drawing players into the game's world.
“The first and best impression on me is the atmosphere.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world.”
“Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a charming pastel palette and a soft, paperback aesthetic that beautifully complements kantoku-sensei's distinctive art style, enhanced by a gentle piano and strings soundtrack.
“The pastel shades, paperback feel, and gentle piano and strings complement Kantoku-sensei's art style so well.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the character development for its visually appealing design, including thoughtful backgrounds, a vibrant color palette, and an engaging layout, which collectively enhance the overall experience.
“The character design, backgrounds, color palette, and layout are a joy to behold.”
“The depth of each character's backstory adds layers to the gameplay, making every decision feel impactful.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, reflecting their experiences and choices in a meaningful way.”