Info about 月に寄りそう乙女の作法:

Official game description:
《近月少女的礼仪》续作《少女理论及其周边 -École de Paris-》国际中文版现已登录Steam！2023年冬季发售预定！  
『月に寄りそう乙女の作法』は有名な美少女ゲームブランド「Navel」が創設10周年を記念に制作した女装もの作品です。発売してから長い時間を立っても高い人気を保ち、続編や外伝作品『乙女理論とその周辺』シリーズなどの派生作品も続々とリリースし、過去十年間業界に大きく影響を与えるシリーズ作品の一つです。萌えゲーアワードの大賞を受賞した他、Gethu美少女ゲーム大賞にも総合第5位、シナリオ第2位、グラフィック第4位、音楽第2位、キャラクター第1位（桜小路ルナ）など多くの賞を獲得しています。  
『月に寄りそう乙女の作法』は人気イラストレーター西又葵様と鈴平ひろ様が原画担当、真紀士様が企画担当、『SHUFFLE！』シリーズ、『俺たちに翼はない』など数々の名作を創り出した王雀孫様をはじめとするシナリオライターたちが共に制作した作品です。音楽はArte Refactが担当し、オープニングテーマ曲、エンディングテーマ曲、挿入曲を担当したのは人気アーティスト美郷あき様、佐咲紗花様、橋本みゆき様です。  
『月に寄りそう乙女の作法』Steam版では日本語版、簡体字版、繫体字版が収録され、1920×1080のフルHD画像表示にも対応おります。そして今回は『月に寄りそう乙女の作法（主人公フルボイス版）』と『月に寄りそう乙女の作法After Story』、及びエイプリルフール企画のスペシャルエピソード『衣遠兄様の華麗なる一日』を全部収録したフルパッケージです！  
**Story**  
主人公『大蔵遊星（おおくらゆうせい）』は、日本の財界を代表する‘華麗なる一族’大蔵家の末端に、望まれぬ子として生を受けた。  
優秀な親族や家庭教師のもとで厳しく育てられた遊星は、多芸に秀でた万能家であったが、いうなれば籠の中の鳥であり、およそ人並みの夢や希望などとは無縁の生涯だった。  
そんな遊星が、初めて一族の監視下を離れ、ひとりで外の世界へ出る機会を得た。  
名もなき庶民の娘『小倉朝日（こくらあさひ）』となって素性を伏せ、上流階級の子女が集う服飾専修機関『フィリア女学院』へ潜入することになったのだ。  
その一環として遊星（=朝日）は、学院一のスーパー同級生『桜小路ルナ（さくらこうじるな）』に仕えるメイドとして、彼女の住まう『桜屋敷』で働くことに。  
そしてそこには、ルナと縁のある学院生らが同居するという。  
一人はスイスから来た誇り高き留学生『ユルシュール』。  
一人は旧華族の流れを汲む家柄の大和撫子『花之宮瑞穂（はなのみやみずほ）』。  
そしてもう一人が、少年時代の主人公に恋していた庶民派の社長令嬢『柳ヶ瀬湊（やながせみなと）』。  
いずれも個性的なお嬢様方に加えて、それぞれに付き従う超個性的な従者たちが遊星（=朝日）の生活を引っかきまわす。  
果たして遊星は、素性（おもに性別）を偽ったまま、屋敷と学園の二重生活を無事に過ごすことが出来るのか？

Release date: Jun 17, 2022

Categories: Visual Novel, Romance, Crossdressing, Multiple Routes, Maid Duties & Snooping, After-story Content, Master-Servant Relationship


- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $9.99 - $12.99
  - Reasoning: The evidence indicates that the full original price of 88 RMB (~$12.22) is considered acceptable but not a bargain, while the discounted price of 69 RMB (~$9.58) is widely seen as a good value. Reviewers express willingness to pay at the discount level and cost-effectiveness during sales. Therefore, the community's fair base-game price range centers around the discount price and extends slightly above to the full price, suggesting a range of $9.99 to $12.99 USD.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: 45.5h
  - Story completion: 13.0h
  - Session length: N/A
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The 45.5-hour claim from a Chinese review directly supports game completion, covering the entire main game. The 13-hour claim supports story completion by providing a specific time for completing one route (Mizuho's ending), which is a reasonable measure for a single playthrough of the main storyline. Session length and endgame have no explicit evidence. Confidence is high due to multiple explicit playtime reports from different reviewers.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: The game has a deliberately slow, patience-demanding start that evolves into a deeper, immersive story, leading to strong engagement once players invest in the narrative and characters.
  - Stance: Clicks after
  - Anchor: N/A
  - Time to anchor: N/A
  - Friction: Deliberately slow pacing; Requires patience; Over-the-top story style; Uneven progression
  - Unlock drivers: Story evolves from comedic hook to deeper themes of self-worth; Immersion in characters and plot becomes addictive
  - Conditions: Player must endure deliberately slow pacing; Player must invest patience to reach deeper narrative; Player engagement depends on connecting with characters like Luna and Yushi
- Player Archetypes:
  - Luna Devotees (buy)
    - Motivation: To immerse in the romantic arc with the iconic tsundere heroine Luna
    - Playstyle: Focus on main heroine route, often skipping or quickly passing other routes
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: pure love player; single-line warrior
    - Reference games: N/A
  - Cross-dressing Newcomers (sale)
    - Motivation: To explore the unique cross-dressing premise and see if they enjoy visual novels
    - Playstyle: Casual reading, possibly slow pace, discovering the genre and theme without prior bias
    - Experience: newcomer
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: N/A
    - Reference games: N/A
  - Genre Veterans (sale)
    - Motivation: To evaluate narrative craftsmanship and appreciate the game's place in the visual novel canon
    - Playstyle: Critical analysis of writing, translation, and character depth; compares to other works
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: N/A
    - Reference games: Canvas of Love; Flowers series
  - Route Completionists (buy)
    - Motivation: To experience every character's story and form a complete opinion of the game's narrative
    - Playstyle: Systematic playthrough of all heroine routes; rates and compares each line
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: pure love player
    - Reference games: N/A


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Luna route is exceptional (weight 0.49): The Luna route is repeatedly praised as the best, most emotionally impactful, and well-written route. It stands out among all routes and is often considered worth the price alone.
- Yushir route well done (weight 0.19): Yushir's route is also considered well-executed, despite being overshadowed by Luna. It is worth playing and adds depth to the overall experience.
- Crossdressing genre peak (weight 0.17): The game is regarded as a top-tier example of the crossdressing visual novel genre, with a believable and interesting protagonist. This aspect attracts players and sets it apart.
- Daily life segments fun (weight 0.17): The daily life portions are praised for being entertaining and not boring, with interesting interactions. Humor in dialogues adds to the lighthearted enjoyment.
- Game offers substantial content (weight 0.06): The game features multiple distinct routes with substantial content, providing a rich and lasting experience. Players note the variety and depth of the storylines.
- Asahi character charming (weight 0.06): The protagonist Asahi is praised for being cute, memorable, and well-developed. Optimistic personality makes them a favorite among some reviewers.
- Music soothing and pleasant (weight 0.05): The soundtrack is described as soothing and pleasant, adding to the overall atmosphere. Music is considered a positive aspect of the game.

Common complaints:
- Luna route overshadows others (weight 0.32): Multiple reviewers agree that Luna's route is far superior, making the other three routes feel like filler, boring, and lackluster in comparison. This imbalance significantly reduces the overall enjoyment of the game.
- Protagonist is too submissive (weight 0.18): Reviewers frequently criticize the male protagonist for being overly soft, spineless, and submissive, especially toward his brother, which leads to frustrating segments and a lack of character development. This trait negatively impacts the narrative experience.
- Brother character is unpleasant (weight 0.15): The protagonist's brother is consistently described as abusive, arrogant, and psychologically twisted, with rude speech that bothers players. His behavior is a major source of frustration and dislike.
- Main story is mediocre (weight 0.12): Several players found the overall plot to be clichéd, nonsensical at times, and not top-tier. The story fails to impress and is considered a weak point of the game.
- Content patch required for completeness (weight 0.07): Some players missed applying a necessary patch, resulting in missing CG and incomplete content. This technical hurdle prevents full access to the game's features.
- Hina route is short (weight 0.05): Players noted that Hina's route is notably shorter and less impactful compared to others, making it feel underdeveloped and less satisfying.
- Mizuho route feels shallow (weight 0.05): The Mizuho route is criticized for not being deeply touching and feeling emotionally shallow, failing to provide a compelling narrative experience.
- H-scenes are underwhelming (weight 0.05): The H-scenes are described as poorly written and feeling out of place, diminishing the quality of romantic and intimate moments in the game.
- No little sister route available (weight 0.04): A subset of reviewers expressed disappointment that the game does not include a route for the little sister character. This omission limits the game's appeal for fans of that character.
- Art style is off-putting (weight 0.04): Several reviewers found the art style uncomfortable to get used to and odd, which detracted from their overall immersion and enjoyment.
- Translation may lose original tone (weight 0.04): The HF translation might not fully convey the original tone and occasionally omits sentences, leading to a loss of meaning and context for non-Japanese readers.
- Repetitive applause sound effect annoying (weight 0.04): A recurring applause sound effect in Ciel's and Mizuho's routes is jarring and annoying, disrupting the player's experience.

Gameplay feedback:
- Visual novel with multiple routes (weight 0.65): The game is consistently described as a visual novel featuring multiple character routes, typically four heroine paths, and a common route. Multiple clusters emphasize this structure, including route-specific storylines and branching choices.
- Crossdressing infiltration premise (weight 0.49): A defining feature is the male protagonist cross-dressing to infiltrate an all-girls school, often as a maid. This premise is highlighted across several clusters, with details about the disguise and setting.
- After-story requires route completion (weight 0.14): Access to the after-story content is locked behind completing all four main routes. Players must finish each heroine's route before unlocking the additional narrative.
- Choices determine route entry (weight 0.1): Player choices determine which character route they enter, leading to branching storylines. This is a core mechanic of the visual novel structure.
- Long slow-paced narrative (weight 0.06): The game is a lengthy visual novel with a slow-paced, dialogue-heavy narrative, often focusing on daily interactions. Much of the story is conveyed through text and CGs rather than action.
- Master-servant relationship dynamics (weight 0.05): The story incorporates master-servant relationship elements, likely stemming from the protagonist's role as a maid. This dynamic is part of the character interactions and growth.
- Distinct heroine personalities (weight 0.05): The game features multiple heroines with distinct personalities, such as tsundere and androphobic traits. These differences affect the protagonist's interactions and route-specific content.

Performance notes:
- Game blacks out after start (weight 0.03): The game screen goes black after pressing start, preventing players from progressing. This is a critical usability bug that blocks gameplay.
- Game crashes during play (weight 0.03): Unexpected crashes occur during gameplay, disrupting the player experience. This stability issue is serious and likely frequent.
- Screen shaking hurts viewing experience (weight 0.03): Players report that screen shaking negatively affects the visual experience during gameplay. This issue appears frequently enough to warrant attention.
- Visual noise in sprites and CGs (weight 0.03): Some sprites and CGs show visual noise due to the quality of the original material. This affects visual clarity and may disappoint players expecting polish.
- HD port with Unity engine (weight 0.03): The game is an HD port built with Unity, supporting 1080p resolution. This technical detail indicates the nature of the port and its visual capabilities.
- Unity-based larger game size (weight 0.03): The game uses Unity and is larger than the original due to HD assets. This may impact download and storage requirements.

Recommendations:
- High recommendation overall (weight 0.36): The game is highly recommended for visual novel fans, especially those who enjoy long, story-rich, character-driven narratives. It is praised as one of the best galgames and a must-play for genre enthusiasts.
- Play Luna route last (weight 0.33): Many reviewers strongly advise playing Luna's route last for the best experience, as playing it first may diminish interest in other routes. This recommendation is repeated across multiple clusters and considered crucial for optimal pacing.
- Apply official patch (weight 0.18): Reviewers recommend downloading and applying the official patch from the website before playing, as it is essential for the full experience. Some mention copying the entire Patch folder or using a locale emulator for saving.
- Good for crossdressing fans (weight 0.18): The game is particularly recommended for fans of crossdressing themes, especially those who enjoy white-haired, red-eyed characters. It is considered a good entry point for newcomers to the crossdressing genre.
- Avoid if disliking certain elements (weight 0.12): The game is not recommended for players who dislike villain redemption arcs, have low patience, prefer shorter VNs, or expect a yuri game without checking details. Some mention abusive characters and light BDSM elements as potential turn-offs.
- Play sequel after finishing (weight 0.11): Reviewers recommend playing the sequel 'Otome Riron and Its Surroundings' or the Theory sequel immediately after finishing the main game, as it is substantial and continues the story. Some advise skipping the Aito route in the sequel.
- Buy from alternative stores (weight 0.1): For those not concerned about achievements or trading cards, it may be cheaper to buy from alternative stores like Hikari Field or used copies from other sites, avoiding Steam's commission.
- Suitable for specific audiences (weight 0.1): The game is recommended for those who appreciate slow pacing, literary-style storytelling, themes of dreams and redemption, or are at a confusing stage of life. It may not suit players seeking fast-paced plots.
- Complete all routes first (weight 0.09): Reviewers suggest finishing all four main heroine routes before playing the after-story or sequel for the best experience. This ensures full understanding of the characters and unlocks additional content.
- Luna route worth price alone (weight 0.07): The Luna route is considered so good that it alone justifies the game's price. Fans of the character Luna are especially encouraged to play her route directly if preferred.
- Recommended route order provided (weight 0.05): Some reviewers specify a recommended route order, such as Mizuho, Minatsu, Yushir, then Luna, or Hananomiya, childhood friend, Yushir, Luna, then bad ending. This order is intended to maximize narrative impact.
- After-story playable standalone (weight 0.04): The after-story can be played directly without playing the prequel, contrary to official advertising. This is useful for players who want to jump straight into the additional content.
- Patch optional for purity (weight 0.04): Some reviewers suggest playing the first playthrough without the patch for a pure emotional experience, and then considering patch content on a second playthrough for adult scenes.
- Not recommended with patch (weight 0.02): One reviewer does not recommend playing with the patch as it wastes time and emotions, suggesting that the patch content may detract from the experience.
- Treat as yuri possible (weight 0.02): Some reviewers note that the game can be treated as a yuri game, which makes certain arguments moot and may appeal to yuri fans despite the crossdressing elements.
- Master-servant relationship preferred (weight 0.02): One reviewer suggests choosing the master-servant relationship over lovers in the game, indicating a preference for that dynamic.
- Avoid sequel if disliked (weight 0.02): A negative recommendation for the sequel exists, suggesting that not all players will enjoy the follow-up content. This is a minority opinion.
- Interesting for masochists (weight 0.02): The game is noted as suitable for players who enjoy masochistic themes or 'four-i' content, indicating niche appeal.
- Read theory content (weight 0.02): Some reviewers recommend reading the theory content included in the game for a deeper understanding of the story and characters.
- Play for character Rinai fans (weight 0.02): Fans of the character Rinai are recommended to play the sequel 'Theory' to explore her story further.

Other player notes:
- After-story content praised (weight 0.23): Multiple reviews highlight the presence of after-story content, often accessible after completing certain routes or all four routes. This content adds significant depth and is considered a positive feature.
- Patch required for full content (weight 0.12): Reviewers note the necessity of a patch to access uncensored or additional content, with installation instructions often mentioned. This patch is essential for the full experience.
- Sequel exists and recommended (weight 0.12): The game is part of a series with sequels, and some reviewers mention playing the sequel and after-story after the main game. This indicates a broader narrative universe.
- Adult content patches available (weight 0.12): The game includes adult content patches, adding H-scenes and romance elements. Reviews mention these patches but note they are not the main draw.
- Chinese localization has issues (weight 0.1): The Chinese translation has quality issues, with Simplified Chinese characters mixed into Japanese text. This affects the reading experience for Chinese-speaking players.
- Classic visual novel entry point (weight 0.07): For some, this is their first visual novel experience, and it is regarded as a classic in the genre. This highlights its accessibility and reputation.
- Purchased during sale (weight 0.06): Some reviewers bought the game during a sale, either for personal enjoyment or to support the developer. This indicates a value-conscious or supportive purchasing behavior.
- Available through Hikari Field (weight 0.06): The game is sold on the Hikari Field official website, providing a Steam activation code. This is an official distribution method for players.
- Steam version censored (weight 0.05): The Steam version has content removed due to censorship, which can impact the experience. This is a concern for players wanting the full content.
- Luna character highly acclaimed (weight 0.05): Luna's character is dominant over Asahi and has achieved high acclaim in the series. This makes the Luna route particularly memorable for players.
- Game length varies (weight 0.05): Completion time ranges from 20 to 45 hours depending on whether aiming for all achievements. This provides insight into the game's duration.
- Old but still holds up (weight 0.05): Despite being over a decade old, the game is still considered top-tier by modern standards. This highlights its lasting quality.
- Luna route only played (weight 0.04): Some reviewers only played the Luna route and have no plans to play others. This indicates the route's strong appeal or a choice to focus on it.
- Protagonist cross-dresses (weight 0.04): The male protagonist is forced to cross-dress as female, which is a unique plot element. This adds a distinctive twist to the story.
- Affordable price point (weight 0.04): The game is considered affordable and offers good value for its price. This makes it attractive to potential buyers.
- Family-like relationships emphasized (weight 0.04): The game focuses on family-like relationships among characters, which is a central theme. This adds emotional depth to the narrative.
- Chinese version on Steam (weight 0.04): The game is available on Steam with a Chinese version, making it accessible to Chinese-speaking audiences. This is a notable distribution point.

Emotions:
- Admiration (weight 0.17): The overwhelming admiration stems from Luna's exceptional character portrayal, praised for her strength, gentleness, dominance, and emotional depth, particularly in her route. Her dynamic with the protagonist, the thematic depth of loyalty and redemption, and the game's overall quality as a classic masterpiece contribute to this sentiment.
- Disappointment (weight 0.08): Disappointment arises from the inconsistent quality of non-Luna routes, which many reviewers find inferior, clichéd, or unresolved. Technical issues like poor translation, missing content, and unappealing art or voice quality also detract from the experience, alongside narrative pacing and tonal inconsistencies.
- Frustration (weight 0.08): Frustration is fueled by the protagonist's submissive behavior and the antagonist brother's unaddressed abuse, which many find illogical and angering. Technical problems such as patch installation difficulty, lost saves, black screens, and crashes, as well as forced requirements to play all routes, add to the annoyance.
- Affection (weight 0.06): Strong affection is directed toward Luna and other characters, described as cute, charming, and endearing. The heartwarming relationships, mutual redemption, and moe nature of the game engender deep fondness and attachment among players.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.05): Satisfaction derives from high-quality storytelling, character development, and emotional payoff, particularly in Luna's route. Players also appreciate good music, CG quality, and the availability of a localized version, as well as the satisfying resolution of conflicts.
- Amusement (weight 0.04): Amusement is triggered by comedic daily life segments, humorous character interactions, and entertaining crossdressing scenarios. Players find the lighthearted tone, joke-filled reviews, and funny after-stories enjoyable, despite some absurd or satirical elements.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.04): Enjoyment comes from engaging plotlines, humorous dialogues, and appealing daily life interactions. The well-crafted mix of humor, drama, and character development makes the game fun, with Luna's route and the crossdressing premise particularly enjoyable.
- Appreciation (weight 0.04): Appreciation is expressed for the high production quality, including graphics, writing, music, and character development. The emotional depth of routes, the protagonist's growth, and the polish of the game are recognized as excellent, making it a memorable visual novel.
- Excitement (weight 0.03): Excitement is driven by engaging story routes, the impactful master-servant dynamic, and captivating daily scenes. The anticipation for sequels and the emotional climaxes that keep players sleepless contribute to this heightened emotional state.
- Disgust (weight 0.02): Disgust arises from the antagonist brother's excessive verbal abuse and the protagonist's submissive acceptance, along with themes of victim self-blame. Certain routes, like the one involving a biological male deceiving a lesbian, are considered offensive and repulsive.
- Anger (weight 0.02): Anger is ignited by the antagonist's abusive behavior, lack of consequences, and the forced forgiveness of the protagonist's brother. The whitewashing of harmful actions and the protagonist's persistent seeking of approval from an unprincipled brother infuriate reviewers.
- Joy (weight 0.02): Joy is experienced through heartwarming daily life scenes, the sweet master-servant relationship, and the satisfying romance resolution. The immersive and happy atmosphere during play brings smiles and a sense of wellbeing.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.02): Nostalgia is evoked by fond memories of Luna's character and the game's immersive atmosphere, prompting desires to replay. Reviewers recall first experiences, past playthroughs, and the lasting impression the game has left over years.
- Confusion (weight 0.01): Confusion stems from unclear story elements, censorship criteria, and unexpected narrative shifts. The prologue's alternate timeline feel, unresolved mysteries, and a lack of understanding of the dressmaking theme add to the disorientation.
- Discomfort (weight 0.01): Discomfort is caused by the master-servant setting, the protagonist's personality, and uncomfortable adult content. Unsettling themes like bullying, the uncritical class hierarchy, and feelings of guilt when playing other routes contribute to unease.
- Devotion (weight 0.01): Devotion is expressed as extreme loyalty to Luna, with players desiring to serve her as her maid or dog. This intense dedication arises from her charisma, the master-servant relationship, and the deep bond formed after her route.
- Fondness (weight 0.01): Fondness is felt for cute characters like Asahi and Luna, the crossdressing theme, and the bonds within the mansion. Nostalgic memories and lasting impressions of the story and characters contribute to this warm sentiment.
- Dislike (weight 0.01): Dislike is directed at certain art styles, the antagonist brother's behavior, and music that overshadows dialogue. Issues like industrial fan service and strange settings also reduce enjoyment for some players.
- Love (weight 0.01): Love is deeply felt for Luna, whose character and route moved players profoundly. The well-executed routes and strong character development foster strong emotional attachment and affection.
- Boredom (weight 0.01): Boredom arises from mediocre routes and long daily conversations that fail to engage, especially after a captivating Luna route. The repetitive structure and lack of interest in later stories contribute to the feeling.}