Summary
- Release Year: 2015
- Genres: Adventure, Visual Novel
- Platforms: PlayStation Vita
- Developers: 5pb., guyzware
- Publishers: 5pb.
Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata: Blessing Flowers: A Visual Novel That Will Make You Fall in Love with Anime
Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata: Blessing Flowers is a Japanese visual novel developed by Compile Heart and published by Idea Factory. It is based on the Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata light novel series by Fumiaki Maruto. The game was released in Japan on September 30, 2015, and in North America and Europe on March 8, 2017.
The game follows the story of Tomoya Aki, a high school student who is a huge fan of anime and otaku culture. One day, he meets Megumi Kato, a beautiful and popular girl who is also a fan of anime. Tomoya and Megumi quickly become friends, and they soon start working together to create their own anime.
As Tomoya and Megumi work on their anime, they are joined by a group of other students who share their passion for anime. Together, they form the Blessing Software club, and they set out to create the best anime ever.
Gameplay
Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata: Blessing Flowers is a visual novel with a branching storyline. The player’s choices will affect the story’s progression and ending. The game features a unique “Otaku Mode” system, which allows the player to lend the heroines different light novels, games, or anime DVDs. This will change their dialogue and personality, and it can also lead to different story events.
The game also utilizes Live 2D software, which moves the characters with CGI, but retains their two-dimensional look. This creates a unique and immersive experience that brings the characters to life.
Characters
- Tomoya Aki: The protagonist of the story. He is a high school student who is a huge fan of anime and otaku culture.
- Megumi Kato: A beautiful and popular girl who is also a fan of anime. She is the president of the Blessing Software club.
- Eriri Spencer Sawamura: A tsundere girl who is a member of the Blessing Software club. She is a skilled artist and programmer.
- Utaha Kasumigaoka: A popular idol who is also a member of the Blessing Software club. She is a talented singer and dancer.
- Izumi Hashima: A shy and timid girl who is a member of the Blessing Software club. She is a skilled writer and editor.
Story
The story of Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata: Blessing Flowers begins with Tomoya Aki meeting Megumi Kato. The two quickly become friends, and they soon start working together to create their own anime. As they work on their anime, they are joined by a group of other students who share their passion for anime. Together, they form the Blessing Software club, and they set out to create the best anime ever.
The story is divided into five chapters, each of which focuses on a different heroine. The player can choose to play through the chapters in any order, and their choices will affect the story’s progression and ending.
Themes
Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata: Blessing Flowers explores a number of themes, including the power of friendship, the importance of following your dreams, and the challenges of being a teenager. The game also provides a unique perspective on otaku culture, and it shows how anime can be a positive force in people’s lives.
Reception
Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata: Blessing Flowers received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its well-written story, its charming characters, and its unique gameplay mechanics. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 200,000 copies worldwide.
Conclusion
Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata: Blessing Flowers is a visual novel that is sure to please fans of anime and otaku culture. The game features a well-written story, charming characters, and unique gameplay mechanics. If you are looking for a visual novel that will make you laugh, cry, and fall in love with anime, then Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata: Blessing Flowers is the perfect game for you.
Review Score
8/10
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