Lovecore has always been one of my favorite aesthetics, and I've always felt drawn to games about the yandere troupe. Seeing this game appear on my feed just felt so right to me. One of my primary goals going in was to take notes on Visual Novels and how they worked to tell a story because I've begun working on one of my own.
I went into the game knowing almost nothing, only having read a few reviews. I definitely consider this a hidden gem. I think the story was phenomenal, even though I was practically screaming at the MC during some points. It was a fun experience that perfectly balances humor, romance, and horror.
Each of the characters shone brightly in their own way, and I really enjoyed their personalities and getting to know them. One review in particular about said commenters beef with Vincent stuck with me, and I felt like I was side eyeing him the whole game in some sort of friendly rivalry which I found fun. Leon was fun as well, as I've always found the childhood friends troupe to be so fun. I was constantly switching between the two on which one I actually favored.
"Brothers" storyline was heartbreaking, and I actually found myself more involved in the story and wanting to learn more. The MC was so silly and fun while also balancing the stress of his situation on top. Reme was fun as well, but I felt myself feeling bad for her at times. (There's not much I can say about the two without delving into spoilers)
Another thing I really liked was how the love interests were at least 18, because I'm going to be so honest, I always get whiplash when dating sims make said love interests minors?? It felt refreshing and like I could actually enjoy the story without giving the biggest side-eye of the century every time something suggestive happened.
I once again want to delve into the aesthetic and art of the game, because I heavily enjoyed it. the use of romantic colors and different sub-aesthetics were so fun with Vincents design being my favorite.
Overall, I really liked this game, and I cannot express how glad I am to have found it! <3