VN - Ren'Py - Completed - Game of Hearts [Ch.5 R2] [SparkHG]

  1. 5.00 star(s)

    LionInDarkness

    While I'm not in love with ntr, when its an awesome woman in a underwhelming situation, then I'm in. I can not overstate how amazing this game is. Waiting for updates was beyond painful. I could do a pro and con thing but honestly doing that would be a waste since the only real con is that it's on hiatus.


    The set up while not mindblowing is interesting, you're a demon and your dad needs you to gain power. To gain power you need to pretty much get a harem of followers aka women. Again this story isn't amazing but what takes it to the sky is the dialogue (excluding plot heavy scenes). The interactions even in plot heavy scenes is really well done. Every character has an interesting personality and being able to be in their heads when you aren't and are around them is interesting to read. The sex omg the sex, chefs kiss. The tension in scenes that matter and even in ones that are just sex are a feast to watch and read. It's not one of those games where they do a few pumps and done, its almost like a game in itself. The scenes where you need to make shit go well is even more engaging. I swear more games need to do something akin to this game where the entire act of sex is a game in and of itself so you aren't just sitting there watching 2 models slap against eachother. Giving you options makes doing the do even more entertaining and keeps you there a bit longer than you normally would because not only is the sex hot to watch but you also wanna go back and see what minute changes you could and could've got. While the MC's model is pretty basic, he looks good enough and is unique looking in a see of reused models you continually see (since devs don't wanna try anything new like idk using some of the nice black guy models i see everywhere) but i digress, he's a decent mc to steer.

    THE WOMEN again i say , chefs kiss. The woman you start the game with already bedding is gorgeous and mature (i love it). She is your first official follower and I personally have no issue with that. She doesn't get much of the spotlight but when she doe's pop up, I was happy to see her and the scene's she partakes in are a amazing. Your new pursuit is on that elusive list of beautifully mundane women in vn games. I don't say this as an insult but as a medal of honor. She looks like a a woman you could imagine seeing on the street going to get groceries. She is one that goes out and doesn't expect any attention to be given to her. a woman that has settled into married life. She is shy, timid and starting out, against all of this. This is what makes engaging with her so interesting. You get to see her inner thoughts, see (though text) her trembling or nervousness, you can see her trying to resist and get it over with. Which is why getting her to open up is such a treat. You get to engage with her multiple times and each time is a treat.

    I will say and this is personal but I couldn't make myself get attached the demon girl because she's dark skin and i've (as a black man) grown beyond tired of only being able to engage with black/dark skin women in games like this in a white/pale shell. Again i know this is a personal thing but i suppose i had to come up with a legit gripe even if it is personal.

    I'm saying all of this months after playing this which is why im so vague but even so, this game is a masterclass in the genre. I cannot wait to play the next game/chapter/version.
  2. 4.00 star(s)

    MazeRain

    Not going to lie to game is good, the writing, the renders, the outfits. Meredith is very well written, Maxine also, but we don't get to see how their love developed at the start. Really the only thing this game lacks is closure and more content, but that's why there's a second game.
  3. 5.00 star(s)

    comstock95

    Renders are good, writing is pretty good, story is very good but also very slow. There's a lot of content... a lot. And plenty of it is lewd, the game doesn't bore with lore dumps, but it does weave the story and character arcs through nicely. Lots of mystery, cliffhanger ending and more to explore in future chapters.

    There are gameplay elements with selecting dialogue and actions, which I think mostly determine the type of ending you get. It's not very difficult to lose though, which is fine. There doesn't seem to be any new game plus or easy way to try out different endings, but the personally the journey is more entertaining than the final cutscene ending.
  4. 5.00 star(s)

    King_Steinruck

    I have not played a game that got me hooked in awhile. This is a great game. Loved everything about it. my only complaint like all good things they must come to an end. That you could have superpowers you're a demon Everything about it was perfect
  5. 4.00 star(s)

    dopeboy69420

    Story is well written, unique and captivating despite the grammar.
    Renders and Animations are high quality.
    Audio is a bit lacking.
    Worth playing, and worthy of the high ratings.
    Character's are well written with depth.
    My main issue during whole story is that i find both Meredith and Maxime super UNattractive. Basically skipped through most of the early sex scenes and romance 1 on 1's with them.
  6. 5.00 star(s)

    pinosante

    This game is so incredibly well done. The renders are beautiful, the characters are... alive, interesting, complex, lovely. The story got me hooked from the start. The theme is so well done, the world crafting. This is easily one of the best games I've played in years. The choices you make matter... And the sex, is also part of the gameplay. So instead of mindlessly clicking through heaps of renders during a H-scene, it actually matters, what choices you make. Truly unique. Well done. Well done. This game and the creator, deserve so much praise.
  7. 5.00 star(s)

    diggadiggadance

    Great storytelling. The NSFW parts didn't get in the way of the plot and the characters, which had wonderful thoughts and stories of their own. Emotional and meaningful moments.

    My only personal gripe is that I didn't really like the emphasis on the MC cucking one of the LI's husbands. To me, it actually took away from the experience, instead of enhancing it. But that's just me.

    Great game. Can't wait for the sequel to be finished.
  8. 5.00 star(s)

    clockspiralclamp

    This game has great characters, a great story and some of the best graphics I've seen in the genre. The mechanics are fun too, integrating the gameplay into the sex scenes is a rare treat. It really is a top notch game. Plenty more of this sort of thing in the future please!
  9. 5.00 star(s)

    figrolls_

    It's so hard to find a good game with all the slop you have to get through, this game is amazing. One of the best AVNs I've played, the scenes are hot, the dialogue is not cringey but the grammar could be better it wasn't a deal breaker for me.

    The protagonist is actually conventionally attractive and the choices we have to make feel good.
  10. 5.00 star(s)

    Newbe163

    Just wow. Over the last two years, I've seen some remarkable AVN's by now. This one is definitively taking a place in my personal top 3. I need to have a good storyline and this is given in this novel. In the meantime I really skip novels, when they do not have the quality in the drawing of the characters or the animation. Both is really excellent here. I only know one or two creators, who might have even been doing a better job. Really looking forward to the next version, house of hearts and will support this developer/creator from now onwards.
  11. 4.00 star(s)

    MyFamilyHatesMe

    Honestly amazing from start to finish, It deserves 5 stars but I'm giving it 4 simply due to the fact of how abrupt the ending is. It's a serious 10/10 and one of the best VN's I ever played (5+ years of playing, at least 60+ played). Everything ranging from the choices, to characters and their development, to even the small things. Overall the best thing is the character optimization, having the choice of how you want to build your character is amazing, especially for a VN. But the game's abrupt ending makes it feel like a waste as you're only able to upgrade a few times in total.

    In conclusion, this game is a 10/10 but I believe that instead of rushing an ending, the developer(s) should have kept updating this game, so we could continue with our choices, upgrades, etc. Sequels tend to be worse, greatly due to the high expectations left by the first.

    Looking forward to the sequel, and greatly hoping for it not to be a let down, this game was 10/10!
  12. 5.00 star(s)

    FernANNn

    General Impressions

    Well, here we go. I absolutely loved this game. The characters are incredibly charismatic, the story grabs you right from the start, and the pacing of the narrative is very well handled. From the very beginning, you can feel the developer’s care in crafting something emotional — not just another empty erotic game.



    The Protagonist

    One of Game of Hearts’ biggest strengths is its protagonist.
    Since it’s a game that falls under the “corruption” genre, my initial fear was that the MC would be another one of those edgy, emotionless guys who only sees the female characters as sex objects.
    Fortunately, that’s not the case here.


    The MC shows genuine affection, respect, and a real desire to build emotional connections with the women around him. He wants their love, not just their bodies.
    And most importantly, everything that happens between them comes from their own will. Of course, the protagonist has a certain influence — his power and presence naturally awaken strong physical attraction in women — but it never turns into manipulation or forced control. There’s desire, yes, but also consent and reciprocity.


    This balance between charisma, power, and respect makes the MC a rare kind of protagonist in this genre — someone who can be dominant without losing his humanity.



    The Female Characters

    The girls are simply amazing.
    There are several of them, but the game mainly focuses on three central characters, which is an excellent decision — it allows their stories and emotions to be developed in more depth instead of spreading thin across too many side plots.


    The interactions between the MC and these three women feel natural, tender, and heartfelt. There are moments when the intimacy feels so genuine that it’s impossible not to be moved.
    When the MC caresses their faces, you can feel the love and connection growing between them, scene after scene.



    The Theme of Betrayal

    Another thing that really impressed me was how the game handles the theme of betrayal.
    Usually, in games of this genre, it’s treated carelessly — the MC just sleeps with someone’s wife, and that’s it. No build-up, no emotion, no meaning.


    But here, it’s different.
    The game takes its time to build real feelings between the characters before anything happens. Nothing feels gratuitous: the women only get involved with the MC if the player makes the right choices, respecting their pace and their limits.
    That gives emotional and moral weight to the relationships, making everything feel much more authentic.



    Technical Aspects

    From a technical standpoint, Game of Hearts is flawless.
    The graphics are top-tier — honestly, some of the best I’ve seen in a game of this kind.
    The animations are smooth, the soundtrack is immersive, and the sound effects are crisp and perfectly timed.
    Every little detail — from facial expressions to body movements — reinforces the feeling that you’re part of a living, breathing story filled with emotion and visual care.



    Conclusion

    Without a doubt, Game of Hearts is one of the most well-crafted and emotionally rich games in its genre.
    It manages to balance eroticism, romance, and storytelling in a mature, respectful, and deeply engaging way.
    It’s an experience that captivates not only through its visual appeal but also through the emotional bond it builds with each character.​
  13. 5.00 star(s)

    Sapient Walrus

    This game is absolutely phenomenal. Now I'm a sucker for a good corruption game, so this is already right up my alley. The way each scene is done though? bloody master class. The variety of choices both in and out of scenes is wonderful, and the way each scene is written? Played out? Gold standard.

    This is without a doubt one of the best games on the site for the h scenes alone. I'm having a good time with the story as well, but frankly even if this was nothing but sex scenes it'd be worth a download.
  14. 5.00 star(s)

    iDontPayForPorn

    Amazing game. Very good story, incredible animations and renders.

    The cherry on top for me would've been if you had the option to select outfits for the girls for the scenes.

    I'm definitely playing the sequel.
  15. 5.00 star(s)

    Bmagada

    My god if this isn't the spiritual successor to Chains of Pleasure, possibly one of the most popular VNs back in 2019 because it mysteriously bonked itself.

    Good stuff from front to back with great visuals, great sex scenes, a really engaging story, and just the hottest little demon helper. Also didn't stay past its prime and opted for a sequel to continue. Just peak material all around for sure.
  16. 5.00 star(s)

    aslop

    TL;DR
    Just WOW. Perfect H-scenes. Good visuals. Okay story.
    When I downloaded this game I didn't expect something exceptional — F95 is too generous with 5/5. I thought it would be yet another mediocre, lifeless 3/5, but oh boy, I was wrong; it easily became one of my top 3 AVNs.


    H-scenes 10/5
    Scenes with main LI are just perfect; they are an example of how H-scenes must be done. Perfect example of quality > quantity — just make one good scene and don't try to tick every kink in the world. Hot buildup, long foreplay, gorgeous sex scenes. Small details like shy looks here and there, some thoughts and phrases make the picture perfect. Excellent internal narration and dialogue. Gradual corruption of the main LI is done extremely hot — yeah, it's rather fast but here we have some excuse for it, unlike 90% of other games. Scenes with side LIs are 4.5/5; they are just not as "juicy" as scenes with the main LI, but still much better than in the average game.


    Characters 4.5/5
    Great decision to make a small cast. The first three LIs are interesting, not one-dimensional, and have agendas and goals. In the last chapters there are two more LIs; they are not bad but don't have time to open up and feel somewhat unnecessary for the game. Solid MC: not a wimp but not a comical alpha-male.


    Visuals 4.5/5
    Renders are really good — a lot of good angles, perfect lighting: shadows where they are needed and still hot, clear picture. No overused assets — the game doesn't bore the eyes with the same furniture, clothes, etc. Models don't look plastic because skin textures have some imperfections. Good animations: not perfect, but way above average, and there are many of them. Not only a good amount of angles per sex scene, but there are animations for penetrations and orgasms.
    More or less realistic-looking milfs, not standard 25+ y.o. silicone models — you can see they have some wrinkles but are still super hot. Younger LIs are good-looking too, maybe a bit too perfect but okay; they are not the main focus of the game.


    Gameplay 4/5
    I am not a big fan of game mechanics in VNs — they are just annoying in most cases, but not in this game. The necessity to keep balance between arousal and caution is seamlessly implemented in scenes; it adds another layer of "hotness". Every small choice during sex scenes has some weight and you feel super immersed in the seduction process. MC 'leveling' is too easy to abuse, which leads to constant orgasms and "O" faces; they become too frequent near the end of the game.


    Story 3.7/5
    First and foremost, it's a fap-material–focused game; the story is just glue for the sex scenes and an excuse for mind reading. It is not bad, but not interesting enough; MC's past has some contradictions. The ending is a bit rushed, but the epilogue reveals more or less all mysteries that were built during the game and leaves some intrigue for the sequel.


    Audio 4/5
    Pleasant music, but it sometimes stops playing and leaves you in total silence. Some sex sounds, but no moans.


    Small cons:


    • No "flash deformation" at groping.
    • Too much focus on MC's scar at the beginning of the game.
    • Strange wording even with the grammar patch, but I'm not a native English speaker, so that may be only my problem.
  17. 4.00 star(s)

    xMatth3w

    It's a pretty good AVN. Plot is quite enjoyable, the seduction mechanics is something fresh and unique and I absolutely love it. The only problem I have with this game is with the Lis. Apart from Julia, both Lis look very unnatractive. Meredith is passable, but Maxim looks like she's 60 with a horrible makeup.
  18. 4.00 star(s)

    Halsy

    This is the most arousing AVN I've ever played, the story is nice too and you can feel the effort of the dev, I'm surprised this is just their side gig. Too bad it's short, still wanted more bur i guess I'll wait for season 2
  19. 5.00 star(s)

    Lu²

    Ending is.... wow... My ass did not expect that at all.
    This game is very solid in all around. Impressive renders, actual good plot, 3 dimensional characters and so on and so forth. This is comparable to Eternum's worldbuilding and story and I do not say that lightly. Play it you will not be dissapointed
  20. 5.00 star(s)

    stenctrum

    Game Of Hearts is only a first act of the series, but what a great start this is. Really good, interesting story about a demon with mystery past who tries to gain followers before upcoming war. And of course, since we're demon, we're doing it by lust and temptation. There is a big focus on one love interest who we try to "conquer", and there are a few side characters. And even those side girls are really good characters, with their own backgrounds and motivations. And that main LI, is quite literally one of the best LI i have ever saw in this genre. She's so good, interactions with her are so good, the entire process of corrupting her is so well done and she being a married woman makes it even better. Its really hard to imagine how the sequel can top this. The writing in general is pretty good and it really makes this game engaging. The game outro alone is really is the prime example of this when we learn the truth about one of the girl, it perfectly closes some loose ends from this and sets up new storylines for the next act. The conclusion of the main girl act is so satisfying and fulfilling. When we can make her love us and become our follower for the rest of her life, this literally brings joy. This is quite a dark themed game but there is definitely true love and romance here.

    Visuals are both good and bad in my opinion. Good because renders are pretty high quality, very crips and in general good looking. And bad, because there is just too much special effects on screen for my taste, too much blur etc. Colour palette is also quite questionable for me. Models quality is pretty inconsistent. Faces are really really good, also facial expressions are top notch, but some other body parts are not great. Some body parts are good, but sometimes for me effects mess them up quite a bit and thanks to that they look blurry and low quality. There is aren't many sex scenes in the game, but they're really good. Pretty damn long, with good dialogue, solid animations, good camera angles, and choices which just do wonders for immersion and intimacy in those scenes. There is this whole system with different statistics and points, girls caution, arousal etc. which we have to control during those scenes. Our demon powers comes to play here and we can influence the girl. This is really a good idea and makes this game really special and somewhat unique. Overall, the sex scenes are pretty damn hot, entertaining and super enjoyable. Also nice music.

    Ultimately, Game Of Hearts is a very good game. Good and interesting narrative, engaging story, great LIs and finally very hot, very enjoyable sex scenes. There are some questionable visual choices but that doesn't really hinders the experience. Everything that truly matters is done really well. More than 10 hours of the first act does makes this a very promising start. If the sequel will be at least as good, then we'll have a really great game.