Summary
- Release Year: 2016
- Genres: Adventure, Indie, Simulator, Visual Novel
- Platforms: Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Unwonted Studios
- Publishers: Sekai Project, Unwonted Studios
No One But You: A Visual Novel That Will Stay With You Long After You Finish It
No One But You is a visual novel/dating sim developed by Nitroplus and released in 2016. The game follows the story of Hideaki, a high school student who has just returned to his hometown of Okutama. Hideaki is a quiet and reserved boy, and he has always felt like an outsider. However, when he meets a group of new friends, he begins to come out of his shell.
The game’s story is told through a series of dialogue-based scenes. The player can choose which dialogue options to select, and these choices will affect the course of the story. The game features multiple endings, depending on the choices the player makes.
No One But You is a well-written and engaging visual novel. The characters are well-developed and relatable, and the story is both heartwarming and touching. The game’s art is also beautiful, and the music is atmospheric and evocative.
Characters
- Hideaki Kuze: The protagonist of the game. Hideaki is a quiet and reserved high school student who has always felt like an outsider. However, when he meets a group of new friends, he begins to come out of his shell.
- Haruka Mizusawa: A cheerful and outgoing girl who is always looking out for others. Haruka is one of the first people to befriend Hideaki, and she quickly becomes his closest friend.
- Kotori Shirakawa: A shy and timid girl who is often bullied by her classmates. Kotori is a kind and gentle soul, and Hideaki is drawn to her vulnerability.
- Yuzuki Hoshino: A popular and athletic girl who is the most popular girl in school. Yuzuki is initially cold and distant towards Hideaki, but she eventually warms up to him.
- Takumi Sakurai: A delinquent boy who is feared by his classmates. Takumi is actually a kind and caring person, but he puts up a tough exterior to protect himself.
Story
The story of No One But You begins with Hideaki returning to his hometown of Okutama. Hideaki has always felt like an outsider, and he is initially hesitant to make new friends. However, when he meets Haruka, Kotori, Yuzuki, and Takumi, he begins to come out of his shell.
As Hideaki spends more time with his new friends, he begins to learn more about them and their own struggles. Haruka is dealing with the pressure of her family’s expectations, Kotori is struggling with her self-esteem, Yuzuki is hiding a dark secret, and Takumi is trying to find his place in the world.
Hideaki provides support for his friends as they work through their own issues. In turn, his friends help him to overcome his own insecurities and to find his own place in the world.
The story of No One But You is a heartwarming and touching tale of friendship and self-discovery. The game’s characters are well-developed and relatable, and the story is both engaging and emotional.
Gameplay
No One But You is a visual novel/dating sim. The game is played by reading through dialogue-based scenes and making choices that affect the course of the story. The game features multiple endings, depending on the choices the player makes.
The gameplay of No One But You is simple and straightforward. However, the game’s story is complex and engaging, and the player’s choices can have a significant impact on the outcome of the game.
Art and Music
The art in No One But You is beautiful and atmospheric. The character designs are expressive and detailed, and the backgrounds are lush and evocative. The game’s music is also excellent, and it helps to create a truly immersive experience.
Overall
No One But You is a well-written and engaging visual novel/dating sim. The game’s characters are well-developed and relatable, the story is both heartwarming and touching, and the art and music are beautiful. I highly recommend No One But You to fans of the genre.
Review Score
8.5/10
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