Search found 2305 matches

by gekiganwing
Tue Feb 28, 2023 11:57 pm
Forum: Creator Discussion
Topic: Games You Want to Play
Replies: 8
Views: 5996

Re: Games You Want to Play

Visual novels I want to read... * The four quadrant visual novel. If you're unfamiliar with this phrase, search for "four quadrant movie" to find examples. Then think how to create a story that can appeal to a wide variety of people. This should not be equated with watering down a story, o...
by gekiganwing
Thu Oct 20, 2022 7:07 am
Forum: Completed Games
Topic: Loser's Romance [Comedy] [Romance] [High School]
Replies: 1
Views: 1972

Re: Loser's Romance [Comedy] [Romance] [High School]

:ahem: "In the YEAR TWO THOUSAND..." :D

I know this story is almost finished. That said, hopefully it offers room for character development. I say this because I remember trying to fit in, and realizing that people aren't who I assumed they were.
by gekiganwing
Sun Feb 20, 2022 11:45 am
Forum: Ideas
Topic: Somewhere Far [Dreamlike Romance] [BxG] [re: Katawa Shoujo]
Replies: 2
Views: 1844

Re: My Katawa Shoujo Manifesto: A Call for VN Writers/Creators, Present and Future

A few things to think about... 1. A writer's aspirations. I don't recommend creating a story with goals such as "this has to be a masterpiece" or "this will change fandom forever." I don't think these are good mindsets for a creator. That said, I think a small and less abstract g...
by gekiganwing
Tue Jan 18, 2022 10:44 pm
Forum: Creator Discussion
Topic: I'm working on in a Dating Game...
Replies: 4
Views: 4098

Re: I'm working on in a Dating Game...

I would like to know your opinions about what things you like about these games, ideas, recommendations, etc... 1. Know your limits. Only commit to writing and coding as much as you can handle. In other words, be willing to eliminate characters, locations, and plot lines which aren't necessary. Do ...
by gekiganwing
Sat Sep 04, 2021 6:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What are some things you hate about romantic Visual Novels??
Replies: 21
Views: 8054

Re: What are some things you hate about romantic Visual Novels??

1. Main characters seem shallow. The love interest who likes music never has other hobbies. The romantic rival stays buffoonish. 2. No external conflict. Your story doesn't need fight scenes or antagonists. But it can help to include a goal or an obstacle for the main characters. 3. The plot and cha...
by gekiganwing
Sun Aug 08, 2021 7:26 pm
Forum: Creator Discussion
Topic: Why is it all porn
Replies: 11
Views: 5044

Re: Why is it all porn

... is there another popular visual novel site that is less, uh, let's say MATURE oriented... Consider browsing the r/vndevs sub-Reddit when you have time. I'm only asking because this is primarily the site I use to advertise my game and I don't want to be targeting the wrong audience Finding an au...
by gekiganwing
Fri Jan 01, 2021 7:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Non-anime VNs
Replies: 3
Views: 5523

Re: Non-anime VNs

LongStory isn't my favorite visual novel, but I like it. I was surprised at how choices in the story can shape the protagonist in an instant. There's a low-key conflict which permeates the VN. Finally, I liked the occasional use of a diegetic interface. I started reading Across the Grooves recently...
by gekiganwing
Mon Nov 09, 2020 12:16 am
Forum: Creator Discussion
Topic: Visual novels and "Interactivity"
Replies: 7
Views: 5029

Re: Visual novels and "Interactivity"

... do you think interactivity as an important part of visual novel ? Why ? It can be enjoyable. A Midsummer Day's Resonance is a short story with no choices or gameplay, and I liked it. Toradora Portable had some choices as well as adventure game elements (the protagonist can find items, some of w...
by gekiganwing
Sun Nov 08, 2020 11:24 pm
Forum: Creator Discussion
Topic: Do you think there is a market for non-anime visual novels?
Replies: 20
Views: 6450

Re: Do you think there is a market for non-anime visual novels?

Publisher Nova-Box has used terms such as "interactive graphic novel" to describe their visual novels, such as Across the Grooves . They use 2D illustrations to tell a story, with art which I would call painterly. I don't know whether or not I like this term. Maybe it's because I'm apathet...
by gekiganwing
Tue Sep 08, 2020 5:59 pm
Forum: Works in Progress
Topic: Arcadia [Seeking Writers]
Replies: 10
Views: 2618

Re: Arcadia

Arcadia is a teen romance, bishōjo visual novel set in the present day at a boarding school in the United Kingdom. Think Hogwarts without the magic but with the teen angst and interpersonal relationships. The school is for high academic achievers—"gifted students"—but the protagonist did ...
by gekiganwing
Tue Aug 04, 2020 4:49 pm
Forum: Asset Creation: Art
Topic: Am I hurting my VN by NOT using an Anime style?
Replies: 5
Views: 9084

Re: Am I hurting my VN by NOT using an Anime style?

A couple of my amateurish thoughts on how you could brand a visual novel that's somewhat different... * Across the Grooves was released earlier this year. Its creators use the phrase "interactive graphic novel" to describe it. As far as I can tell, this story is told though 2D illustration...
by gekiganwing
Tue Apr 14, 2020 10:09 am
Forum: Works in Progress
Topic: (Demo)[Slice of Space Opera] 51ur8-90 [Gender Choice x Gender Choice][Sci-Fi][Romance] (16+)
Replies: 22
Views: 4723

Re: [Slice of Space Opera] 51ur8-90 [Gender Choice x Gender Choice][Sci-Fi][Romance] (16+)

How do you feel about a story that combines lighthearted slice-of-life elements with more serious drama? In my opinion, this is a positive thing. It's good to have conflict as well as calm moments. Laser battles are nice, though too many can be numbing. Sorkinesque walk-and-talk is nice, though too...
by gekiganwing
Tue Mar 17, 2020 10:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Looking for a visual novel
Replies: 4
Views: 1489

Re: Looking for a visual novel

Lately I've been looking for VNs which don't look like 1990s to 2010s seinen demographic series. This is how LongStory became one of my favorites. This VN combines somewhat abstract cartoon graphics with a story that addresses some heavy topics. The Yawhg I think the premise of this game is intrigui...
by gekiganwing
Tue Mar 17, 2020 10:34 pm
Forum: Ideas
Topic: Hamaru Shoujo [High School] [Drama] [Psychological] [BxG] [18+] [Ren'Py]
Replies: 5
Views: 3058

Re: Hamaru Shoujo [High School] [Drama] [BxG] [18+] [Ren'Py]

Thought #1: be careful with the scope of your story. I probably say this too much. However, keep this in mind unless you've already finished writing at least one piece of fiction, or unless you've already finished creating at least one game. Sometimes it's worth eliminating a major character if that...
by gekiganwing
Thu Mar 05, 2020 11:32 am
Forum: Asset Creation: Art
Topic: Would you use the Character Creator if it had manga style faces?
Replies: 5
Views: 8209

Re: Would you use the Character Creator if it had manga style faces?

... I'm wondering if you'd be interested in using it if I were to add manga style faces for the characters? No. If you can justify creating art that's inspired by one specific creator, maybe. I would recommend against creating assets which resemble a category of pop culture art that's existed for a...