Visual novels are enjoying a small renaissance on the PlayStation Vita lately, making it seem like the beloved portable has finally settled into a worthwhile niche. Amnesia: Memories, one of the latest in this trend, is an otome game (“girl game”) that provides an interesting twist on the usual narrative of dating simulations.
The majority of dating sims…
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Central idea is unique and has potential
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Writing is light, charming, and pleasant
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Artwork is appealing
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Almost all dialogue is in service of the predictable, silly plot
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Characters are shallow and underdeveloped
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Outside of a few obvious exceptions, choices seem arbitrary
