Info about Evenicle:

Official game description:
Gameplay
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With mountains, valleys, seas, and skies to explore, it's a world-traversing RPG!  
\- Travel the world with a party of girls!  
\- Beat up tons of monsters!  
The meat of any adventure, combat is very much present here.  
Mix and match a variety of different skills to mow down your foes.  
\- Meet tons of people! Have tons of different experiences!  
\- Travel by boat! Travel by balloon  
Starting from a single, simple objective, the plot goes through all kinds of twists and turns.  
And as the story comes to a close…!  
\- Capture tons of gal monsters!  
Not all monsters are nasty and scary.  
Some of them can be real cuties.  
If you manage to catch one, you’ll get to see it in a luscious pose!  
\- Defeat tons of Megamonsters...?  
Giant and powerful, they're Megamonsters!  
Can anyone do anything to combat these ferociously mighty beings?
Story
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When Mother Eve created the world,  
she gave humans two rules to follow.  
One-- any given person may only ever have one sexual partner,  
and two-- killing another human being is forbidden.  
All philanderers and murderers lose Mother Eve's blessing,  
and such sinners are branded as Outlaws and shunned.  
The strongest people may be permitted to become Knights,  
and are allowed to marry multiple partners, so as to better pass down their superior genes.  
Asterisk, our hero, wants to marry his two beautiful twin sisters.  
His solution to this quandary?  
"I'll become a Knight and have lots of wives!"  
Thus, one young man sets off on an adventure!

Release date: Oct 10, 2018

Categories: JRPG, Visual Novel, Turn-based Combat, Character Customization, Exploration, Story-driven Gameplay, Adult Content, Party-based Mechanics

Feature scans:
- Proton/Linux: score 80; verdict: Barely Playable; summary: The game has significant issues with launch reliability and graphical glitches on Linux and Steam Deck, primarily due to Proton compatibility problems. Users report that the game does not play well and exhibits graphical issues such as a TV test card screen, which requires checking game files to fix.
- Steam Deck: score 55; verdict: Tinkering Required; summary: The analysis of user feedback reveals several key issues with the game on Steam Deck. Compatibility issues and the need for workarounds are frequently mentioned, indicating that the game does not work seamlessly out of the box. Proton-related issues and problems with localization patches also affect the user experience. However, there are also reports of positive experiences, suggesting that the game can work well for some users.

- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $35.00 - $45.00
  - Reasoning: The evidence shows that users consistently mention the game being worth its price, with specific mentions of $40 and $45 as fair values. Many users express satisfaction with the purchase even at full price, indicating that the community perceives the game as valuable and worth the investment. The sentiment that the game is worth its full price suggests a fair price range around these figures.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: 60.0h
  - Story completion: 45.0h
  - Session length: 1.5h
  - Endgame: 20.0h
  - Reasoning: The evidence provides multiple data points for playtime metrics. The first quote suggests a standard playthrough takes 40-50 hours, with completionists reaching 60 hours. The second quote supports the story completion time of around 65 hours, including side content. The third quote indicates that a single session can last around 1-2 hours. The fourth quote suggests that reaching the final chapter can take around 63 hours, supporting the game completion time.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: The game starts with tedious and repetitive gameplay but becomes fun and engaging once players reach the strategic boss battles and exploration phases.
  - Stance: Fun then drops
  - Anchor: Strategic boss battles and exploration
  - Time to anchor: 2h 0m
  - Friction: Repetitive music; Tedious and repetitive scenes; Grindy mechanics
  - Unlock drivers: Character customization; Strategic boss battles; Exploration and map progression
  - Conditions: Balanced progression via missions; Careful use of skills and BP management; Well-chosen equipment
- Player Archetypes:
  - Engaged Storyteller (buy)
    - Motivation: Enjoyment of gameplay and story
    - Playstyle: Balances between grinding and advancing the plot, enjoys the gameplay mechanics and story.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: JRPG fan; Story enthusiast
    - Reference games: Dragon Quest; Meltys Quest
  - Sensitive Avoider (no buy)
    - Motivation: Avoidance of disturbing content
    - Playstyle: Avoids games with heavy or disturbing themes.
    - Experience: mixed
    - Purchase stance: no buy
    - Labels: Sensitive player; Casual gamer
    - Reference games: N/A
  - Adult Content Enthusiast (sale)
    - Motivation: Enjoyment of adult content
    - Playstyle: Focuses on experiencing the adult content, enjoys the variety and quality of the scenes.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: Eroge fan; Adult content enthusiast
    - Reference games: Meltys Quest; Rance


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:
- Engaging and humorous story (weight 0.8): The game features a story that is both engaging and humorous, with unique settings and unexpected plot developments. Players appreciate the emotional depth and character development within the storyline.
- Distinct and attractive art style (weight 0.57): The game features a distinct and attractive art style that is highly praised by players. The visual presentation is considered beautiful and pleasant.
- Enjoyable and polished gameplay (weight 0.56): The gameplay is described as enjoyable and engaging, with polished mechanics and entertaining RPG aspects. Players find the overall game quality to be high.
- Fun and likable characters (weight 0.51): Characters in the game are noted for being funny, distinguishable, and likable. Players enjoy the variety and depth of the character roles.
- Enjoyable combat system (weight 0.43): The combat system is described as fun, enjoyable, and strategic. Players appreciate the turn-based combat mechanics and find them engaging.
- Variety of scenes (weight 0.4): The game offers a wide range of scenes, including numerous and varied romantic and adult scenes. This variety adds to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- Excellent voice acting and music (weight 0.38): The game is praised for its high-quality voice acting and music, which enhance the atmosphere. The art and voice acting are consistently rated highly by players.
- Interesting RPG elements (weight 0.28): The game includes interesting RPG elements that are simple but fun. Players enjoy the extensive RPG aspects and exploration.
- Engaging character development (weight 0.22): The game features engaging character stories and development, with deep emotional impact. Players appreciate the extensive character interactions.
- Worth the price (weight 0.21): Players believe that the game is worth the price, offering good value for the time and effort invested. The pricing is considered reasonable.
- Mature and detailed world-building (weight 0.21): The game is praised for its mature and unique world-building, which is detailed and top-notch. Players enjoy the immersive world.
- Mix of visual novel and RPG (weight 0.17): The game combines visual novel and RPG elements successfully, offering a blend of RPG mechanics and adult content.

Common complaints:
- Disturbing and offensive content (weight 0.86): The game contains a significant amount of disturbing and offensive material, including scenes of rape, torture, and other dark themes. This content may be controversial and potentially upsetting to some players.
- Flat and unimaginative characters (weight 0.33): Characters in the game are often criticized for being flat, archetypal, and lacking depth. This can make it difficult for players to connect with or become invested in the characters' stories.
- Repetitive combat mechanics (weight 0.26): The combat system in the game can become repetitive, especially towards the end. This repetitiveness can detract from the overall enjoyment and engagement of the gameplay.
- Weak RPG elements (weight 0.23): The game is criticized for not being a true RPG, with shallow combat systems and weak RPG elements. This results in limited replayability and a less engaging experience for players seeking a more robust RPG gameplay.
- Excessive and lengthy dialogue (weight 0.21): The game features a lot of dialogue, which some players find excessively wordy. This can make certain parts of the game feel overly long and in need of more concise editing.
- Mouse control issues (weight 0.12): Players have reported issues with mouse control during combat, which can affect the overall gameplay experience and make combat more challenging and less enjoyable.
- Forced harem elements (weight 0.12): Some players find the harem elements in the game to be forced or unappealing, which can detract from the overall enjoyment and immersion in the game's story and characters.
- Static images in scenes (weight 0.11): The game uses static images in certain scenes, which some players feel could be more dynamic. This lack of animation can make these scenes feel less engaging and immersive.
- Lack of quest tracker (weight 0.11): The absence of a quest tracker or journal can make it difficult for players to keep track of their objectives and progress, leading to a less organized and more confusing gameplay experience.
- Inconsistent CG art style (weight 0.11): There are occasional issues with the CG art style, which can be inconsistent and detract from the overall visual appeal and coherence of the game's artistic presentation.
- Lack of Chinese translation (weight 0.1): The game lacks an official Chinese translation, which can be a significant drawback for Chinese-speaking players and limit the game's accessibility and appeal to a broader audience.
- Lack of animation and subtitles (weight 0.1): The game is not animated and only offers English subtitles, which can limit its appeal to players who prefer animated content or require subtitles in other languages.

Gameplay feedback:
- Exploration-driven gameplay (weight 0.44): The game features extensive exploration elements, including 3D open-world environments and the collection of items. Players enjoy the exploration and questing aspects, which drive the gameplay experience.
- JRPG and Visual Novel mechanics (weight 0.4): The game combines classic JRPG fighting mechanics with Visual Novel elements. This blend includes simple RPG mechanics and character interactions, providing a unique gameplay experience.
- Leveling and skill customization (weight 0.35): The game features a robust leveling system with character skill customization. Players can unlock and upgrade skills, allowing for a high degree of character customization.
- Turn-based combat system (weight 0.31): The combat system is turn-based, reminiscent of traditional JRPG-style gameplay. Players appreciate the strategic elements involved in turn-based combat.
- Strategic boss battles (weight 0.27): Boss battles require strategic thinking and planning. Players need to exploit enemy weaknesses and use specific strategies, especially for end-game mega bosses.
- Equipment and skill management (weight 0.27): Players can acquire and manage equipment, as well as customize skills. The game allows for the installation and uninstallation of skills, providing flexibility in combat.
- Character interactions and harem building (weight 0.22): The game includes character interactions and harem building mechanics. Players can build relationships with characters, adding a unique layer to the gameplay.
- Side quests and collectibles (weight 0.22): The game features side quests, collectibles, and hidden content. Players can explore the world to find unique points on the map and engage in side missions.
- Adult content and unique features (weight 0.21): The game contains adult content and unique features such as CG screens and a monster girl capture mechanic. These elements add a distinct flavor to the gameplay experience.
- Story-driven gameplay (weight 0.18): The game is story-driven with a focus on RPG elements. Players enjoy the main storyline and the integration of visual novel sections.
- Party-based mechanics (weight 0.17): The game includes party-based mechanics with a five-person team. Each character has distinct roles and specific skills, adding depth to the combat system.
- Control and customization options (weight 0.17): The game offers various control options, including touch screen and mouse-only controls. Players can customize their team and use passive abilities to streamline gameplay.
- Music and sound design (weight 0.07): The game features pleasant music and sound design, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. The audio elements complement the visual and interactive aspects of the game.

Performance notes:
- Battery efficient and stable (weight 0.19): The game is noted for being battery efficient and exceptionally stable. Players have reported it as being virtually bug-free.
- Steam Deck compatibility issues (weight 0.19): The game has several issues on Steam Deck, including a black box problem and end credits video issues. It also does not play well on Steam Deck or Linux in general.
- Graphical error resolved (weight 0.13): There is a graphical error at the beginning of the game, but it can be resolved by enabling compatibility mode, which stops the flashing.
- Intuitive and well-organized interface (weight 0.08): The game features a highly intuitive and well-organized interface, making it easy for players to navigate and enjoy the game.

Recommendations:
- Recommended for Eroge and JRPG fans (weight 0.61): This game is highly recommended for fans of adult visual novels, JRPGs, and erotic content. It is particularly suited for those who enjoy high-quality art and a mix of gameplay and adult themes.
- Deep RPGs with mature themes (weight 0.5): Suitable for players who enjoy deep RPGs with mature themes and can tolerate some disturbing content. It is highly recommended for those looking for an adult game with more substance and engaging stories.
- JRPG fans with mature themes (weight 0.5): The game is recommended for fans of JRPGs who enjoy engaging stories and mature themes. It is not recommended for those looking for a pure porn game or a serious JRPG without any adult content.
- Highly recommended purchase (weight 0.35): The game comes with high recommendations for purchase, indicating a high level of satisfaction among players. Many reviews suggest that it is worth picking up and playing.
- Not for the squeamish (weight 0.33): The game is not recommended for those who are sensitive to disturbing content, including sexual assault scenes and other mature themes. It may not be suitable for all players due to its adult nature.
- Worth the price (weight 0.3): The game is considered worth its full price, especially for fans of the genre. It is also recommended to purchase during sales for better value.
- Complex world-building and lore (weight 0.23): Recommended for players who enjoy complex world-building, lore, and strategic combat. It is also suitable for those who enjoy detailed character interactions and development.
- Fans of specific genres (weight 0.21): Recommended for fans of specific genres such as Dragon Quest and Sengoku Rance. It is also suggested for those who enjoy 2D girls and big anime tiddies.
- Positive overall reception (weight 0.18): The game has received positive feedback overall, with many players recommending it. It is considered a good game and worth the purchase for fans of the genre.
- Suitable for newcomers (weight 0.18): Recommended for new players to the developer's works and newcomers to the genre. It is suitable for beginners who are interested in exploring adult-themed RPGs.
- Unique and enjoyable experience (weight 0.17): Players are encouraged to enjoy the experience at their own leisure. The game offers a unique and enjoyable experience for fans of the genre.
- Not for everyone (weight 0.17): The game may not be suitable for everyone due to its adult content and specific plot points. Players should be aware of the mature themes and disturbing scenes.
- High ratings from players (weight 0.13): The game has received high ratings from players, indicating a generally positive reception. Reviews suggest that it is a high-quality experience.
- Humorous and relaxing adventure (weight 0.12): Suitable for players who enjoy humorous and relaxing adventures with simple combat systems and character development. It offers a lighthearted experience.
- Potential for sequels (weight 0.07): There is mention of a potential sequel, indicating that players are interested in further developments in the game's series. This suggests a positive reception and interest in future installments.

Other player notes:
No miscpoints

Emotions:
- Excitement (weight 0.24): Players are excited about the game's engaging story, unique characters, and high-quality adult content. The combination of strategic combat, beautiful art, and a rich soundtrack also contributes to this excitement.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.18): The enjoyment stems from the game's engaging story, well-developed characters, and solid RPG gameplay. Players also appreciate the blend of humor, erotic content, and high-quality art and music.
- Frustration (weight 0.12): Frustration is caused by repetitive combat mechanics, poor UI/UX design, and tedious grinding. Additionally, some players are frustrated with the game's disturbing content and technical issues like language support and save file problems.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.1): Players are satisfied with the high production value, including beautiful graphics, voice acting, and a polished gameplay experience. The engaging story and character development also contribute to their satisfaction.
- Disappointment (weight 0.09): Disappointment arises from the generic story, excessive inappropriate content, and poor execution of mature scenes. Players also express dissatisfaction with the lack of depth in gameplay and story.
- Appreciation (weight 0.04): Players appreciate the high-quality art, voice acting, and music. They also value the mix of romantic and adult themes, as well as the well-crafted story.
- Amusement (weight 0.04): The game's humorous tone and varied adult content provide amusement. Players find the writing funny and enjoy the morbid humor.
- Disgust (weight 0.03): Disgust is caused by the game's graphic and disturbing adult content, including scenes of sexual assault and other controversial themes.
- Discomfort (weight 0.03): Players feel discomfort due to the excessive adult content, graphic descriptions of violence, and the inclusion of sensitive themes.
- Engaged (weight 0.02): Players are engaged by the game's plot and cozy character interactions, as well as the classic JRPG fighting mechanics.
- Appreciative (weight 0.02): Players appreciate the depth of characters, attractive art, and character designs. They also enjoy the interactions with the harem and the quality of adult content.
- Disappointed (weight 0.02): Disappointment comes from the generic storyline and the difficulty in identifying with the main character. Players also feel the game falls flat in balancing porn and serious JRPG elements.
- Joy (weight 0.02): Players experience joy from the well-developed characters and genuine smiles induced by some of the game's scenes.
- Disturbance (weight 0.02): Disturbance is caused by unskippable bad scenes, cursed imagery, and dark themes that are tough to swallow.
- Hopeful (weight 0.02): Players are hopeful about the future of unapologetic, harem-based JRPGs and the potential for improved hanization processes.
- Surprise (weight 0.02): Players are surprised by the game's depth and strategy, as well as its focus on adult content done well.
- Concern (weight 0.01): Concern arises from the presence of 'brutal' scenes and the game's handling of sensitive content.
- Happiness (weight 0.01): Players feel happiness due to the cute characters and the praise for fishing-made clothes.
- Affection (weight 0.01): Affection is shown towards beloved characters like Tio and Croix, highlighting their popularity among players.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.01): Nostalgia is evoked by the game's music, which is reminiscent of old JRPGs, and the experience of replaying the game and comparing it to its sequel.}