ヘブンバーンズレッド

Heaven Burns Red is the story of a group of girls pinned as the world’s last hope, written by Key’s Jun Maeda. Run around fields and experience a priceless everyday life while fighting to survive in this dramatic RPG!

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Reviews

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 432 reviews

story72 positive mentions

grinding20 negative mentions

The game features an excellent story and character writing, typical of Jun Maeda's works, which evokes strong emotional responses.
The visuals and music are top-notch, enhancing the overall experience and making it a joy to play.
The game is free-to-play friendly, allowing players to earn in-game currency through events and story progression without needing to spend money.

Currently, the game is only available in Japanese, making it difficult for non-Japanese speakers to fully enjoy the story and gameplay.
The gacha system has low rates for obtaining high-rarity characters, which can be frustrating for players looking to build strong teams.
Players have reported issues with IP bans and connection errors, which can hinder access to the game.

story
165 mentions
44 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The story of the game is widely praised for its depth, emotional impact, and engaging character development, often reflecting the signature style of renowned writer Jun Maeda. Players appreciate the blend of comedic and tragic elements, with many noting the high-quality writing, voice acting, and music that enhance the storytelling experience. However, some users express frustration over the lack of English support, which can hinder accessibility for non-Japanese speakers, despite the story's compelling nature.
- “The story's depth and emotional impact are both remarkable.”
- “If you're a fan of visual novels or storytelling in general, this game is an absolute must-play.”
- “What impresses me most about the story may be the way it can bring tears to my eyes, but the plot is actually serious and deep as well.”
- “One of the cons is the story still has a long way to finish, and the main chapters are not being released at a fast pace.”
- “If you don't know who he is, he is very well known scenario/story writer in the VN/galge industry.”
- “You can't actually progress through the story without having a solid SS team, and that is something that they should improve on.”
music
73 mentions
60 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its high quality, emotional depth, and memorable compositions, often described as "bangers" that enhance the overall experience. Many reviewers highlight the contributions of renowned composer Jun Maeda, noting that the soundtrack effectively complements the game's narrative and character moments, making it a standout feature. Overall, players find the music to be a significant draw, elevating the game's storytelling and emotional impact.
- “The music is fantastic and the graphics are great for a mobile-based game as well.”
- “Moving on to the music, if you have played any visual novels by Jun Maeda, it's no surprise that all of the music is top-notch.”
- “This game's music is so good!”
- “The music in the game is a banger as well.”
- “I've teared up multiple times when the sad music hits, and laughed when there's comedic music being played while doing ridiculous choices in-game.”
- “This talent for emotional storytelling goes in full effect in HBR, and the musical pieces used in every arc of the game are beyond amazing too.”
gameplay
50 mentions
34 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as a standard turn-based RPG with elements typical of gacha games, including character switching and resource management. While some players find it engaging and fun, others criticize it for being repetitive and grindy, often requiring significant farming to progress. Overall, the gameplay experience varies, with some praising its strategic depth and smooth mechanics, while others feel it lacks excitement and can become tedious over time.
- “The gameplay part is a serviceable, turn-based RPG with character switching and resource management.”
- “As for the gameplay itself, it is a very fun turn-based experience I have ever had in a long time.”
- “The gameplay can feel grindy but the game accommodates that by giving an idle/background auto-battle so you don't need to interact with the game while grinding for level and upgrade material.”
- “But at the same time you gotta deal with mediocre gameplay, from the 3D models to the actual combat.”
- “In any case, if you are here for the gameplay, it gets boring.”
- “The 'game' part of the game is very typical mobile-game-filler-mechanics, and needlessly grindy at times.”
grinding
21 mentions
14 % positive mentions
-10 % neutral mentions
95 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is heavily emphasized, with many players noting it as a significant and often tedious part of the experience, especially for free-to-play users. While some appreciate the inclusion of auto and afk grinding features that allow for passive progression, others find the necessity of grinding to be a major drawback, requiring substantial time investment to advance. Overall, players suggest that enjoyment of the game largely depends on one's tolerance for grinding mechanics.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “I'm at 80 hours, and I'm still at the beginning of chapter 3 because I'm busy grinding levels and such.”
- “The 'game' part of the game is very typical mobile-game filler mechanics, and needlessly grindy at times.”
- “Only play this game if you like grinding because it's a necessity.”
graphics
19 mentions
79 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning artwork, smooth animations, and high-quality visuals, particularly impressive for a mobile title. Players appreciate the unique character designs and the nostalgic art style, which, combined with an engaging soundtrack and voice acting, create a captivating experience. Overall, the visuals are consistently rated as top-notch, enhancing the gameplay and narrative.
- “I don't know what's going on in the story since I can't actually read moonrunes, but anyone with a functioning brain who plays this can see that Key once again knocks it out of the park with their signature style of capturing that momentary flicker of nostalgia seen through the lens of rose-tinted glasses and then wrapping that up in an elegant present and topping it off with a sparkling bow of gorgeous artwork and unforgettable music as a personal gift to their loyal fans.”
- “What really stood out to me were the graphics and animations - smooth and top notch.”
- “Never thought a free game would have such high-quality graphics, hot-blooded combat BGM, soft and calming soundtrack, and most importantly, the plot.”
- “This doesn't even feel like your regular gacha game, graphics-wise at least, because it's quite expensive if you pay, like every other Japanese gacha.”
- “Never thought a free game will have such high quality graphics, hot-blooded combat BGM, soft and calming soundtrack, and most importantly, the plot.”
humor
14 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever and engaging dialogue, often eliciting genuine laughter from players. While the comedic elements are well-crafted and enjoyable, some players note that a solid understanding of Japanese may enhance the experience, as certain jokes and interactions may be missed otherwise. Overall, the blend of humor with emotional moments contributes to a captivating narrative and memorable characters.
- “The good: it's really goddamn funny.”
- “Laugh-out-loud funny.”
- “The humor is spot-on; the story is engaging and moving, and the gameplay is right in the middle in terms of relaxing and strategic.”
emotional
13 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with players noting its ability to evoke deep feelings through both comedic and heartbreaking moments. Many reviewers highlight the story's depth and impactful writing, often leading to multiple tears throughout gameplay, even for those who do not understand Japanese. Overall, the game is recommended for its powerful emotional storytelling and exceptional musical accompaniment.
- “The story's depth and emotional impact are both remarkable.”
- “I've been a long-time fan of Jun Maeda's works. Having familiarized myself with his style of writing, I tried playing this game expecting some kind of emotional roller coaster down the line, and it did not disappoint.”
- “As a person who can't read Japanese, the story hits so hard it bypasses the language barrier and made me cry.”
character development
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is praised for its excellent design and strong voice acting, contributing to an engaging experience. However, the lack of English language support limits accessibility and understanding of the storyline, which some players hope will be addressed in future updates. Overall, while the character aesthetics and audio are highly rated, the language barrier is a significant drawback.
- “Story, music, and character designs are 10/10. No support for English yet, but hopefully it will be available in the near future so that more people can appreciate this gem of a game.”
- “Really like this game; great voice acting, great character design, and the art is also decent. My main problem is that the only language available is Japanese. I really hope they'll add English subtitles so that people can understand how good this game is.”
- “Cool game, good character design, moderate storyline, and a nice turn-based battle system. I loved it (and the crazy background songs/OST), but one downside is that no English customization is available.”
atmosphere
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-33 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its immersive quality, reminiscent of titles like Blue Reflection, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players express disappointment over censorship changes, such as fogging in certain scenes, which they feel detracts from the intended ambiance of the story. Despite this, many players continue to enjoy the game's atmospheric elements.
- “Some may say this is a con, but in my opinion, it's fine since the game is basically about enjoying the scenario and atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere of this game is reminiscent of Blue Reflection, and I love it.”
- “The censorship they implemented, like the fog in specific scenes, ruined the story atmosphere. I hope they remove it.”
- “The atmosphere of this game feels reminiscent of Blue Reflection for some reason, and I love it.”
replayability
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability through its paralogues, which are engaging side stories that can be played multiple times. Players can revisit specific days and choices to explore different outcomes, enhancing the experience with comedic elements and potential stat boosts.
- “It has comedic moments and great replay value, allowing you to relive days and make different choices to see various outcomes. It also boosts certain stats, if I heard correctly.”
- “The game has comedic moments and replay value, allowing you to relive days and make different choices to see various outcomes. It also boosts certain stats if I heard correctly.”
- “What is even more impressive, in my opinion, are the paralogues, which are essentially little side stories. They are usually presented in the form of limited events but are fully playable and replayable at any time.”
optimization
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, running smoothly on the Steam version with various options, including 4K support. Users appreciate the overall quality of the art, UI, music, and storytelling, contributing to a well-rounded experience.
- “Great art, great UI, great optimization, great music, great story and storytelling.”
- “The Steam version runs smoothly; it also provides many options like 4K.”