VN - Ren'Py - Having a HARD Time [Ep.5.1] [Quadruple-Q]

I really appreciate how this game is basically the exact same as others but with a futa protagonist instead of a generic dude. I know I'm not the only one who always picks the female character to play as because they would rather look at a girl, and this game basically satisfies that while letting you have exclusively straight sex. I like how she has balls, and they rarely use the pussy.
The game also takes a realistic approach to the setting. There are actually dude characters who aren't complete pushovers and actually have personalities. There's even a decent amount of voyeur content mainly on watching straight sex, but the mc never has sex with a dude directly.
As far as the kinks go it is fairly vanilla other than Futa. There is only one NTR, but you're the bull, and it gives the option for it to be less cucky or even let the dude join in.
It also balances serious, silly and horny content fairly well for a slice of life. The serious stuff isn't diminished by the horny.
The Animations are also top tier. It lets you cum in every position and keep going to cum in another position.

My only critique is that the weekend content doesn't seem relevant at all. Also judging by how the shopping activity needs the job there would need to be 10 chapters in the game at least. So far there's only 4 after less than 3 years, but I think the quality is worth it.

An very funny game, but able to be serious and handle sensitive issues delicately when the time calls for it. Most of the characters are well written and likeable (Marianne best girl), and the sex scenes are well made.

If you have played Being a DIK it can be a little weird to see Jill as a futa and Quinn as a motherly figure, but just take it in stride and find the humour in it.

TLDR, highly recommended even if you're not into futa stuff.

Yes it's a pretty specific kink and a bit of a quirky concept but I was so surprised how much I loved this one. Good fun. Good variety of characters without the whole project becoming too stretched and bloated (so far). Keen for more.

Excellent game. I'm not even into futanari porn but here am I giving five stars. The characters are great, the game looks very polished and the porn is really hot. Content is plenty but could be more.

this game really fulfill my fetish

Visually, the game is polished, with high-quality character art and expressive animations that bring scenes to life. The soundtrack complements the mood perfectly, whether it's a lighthearted moment or a more intense scene.

I bought it on Steam. That's how good this is. Honestly this is probably the top 3 porn games of all time. Definitely the best Visual Novel Futa game IMO. The 3D models are hot, and the choices actually matter in this game in terms of scenes. There are alternative sex positions for choices, and it adds a lot of replayability. The best part about this is that it has a really good story. I wasn't expecting for the lore of these characters to go so deep, but a lot of them have tragic backstories.

The only gripe I see people really having is that it takes a little bit to get into those sex scenes. Other than that this one is a through and through banger.

I felt sad when it ended.

Great writing, a cool mix of seriousness and unseriousness. Character relationships are really good, i love when the AVN cast is diverse and with a lot of different kinds of relationships like true friendship. Awesome LIs too, you can feel the progress smoothly. Awesome building.

5/5, really looking forward to more.

The game is good, but I found the free-roaming moments and hidden action parts a bit boring. They break the pace and make the experience less engaging. Another point I didn't like was the design of the main character, which could be more attractive and well-crafted. Overall, the game has potential, but these aspects could be improved to make the experience smoother and more visually appealing.

This AVN is absolutely wonderful. As of ver4.1, it is the best AVN on this site. The premise is excellent and creates a plausible, yet erotic, story. The dialogue between characters is actually normal. I mean, normal! 99% of the junk I have played here does not depict normal human interactions. I also love that you can keep the story on rails of normalcy which makes the characters so much more meaningful. But if you don't like that, the story also lends itself to crazy behavior which can be attributed to the 'accident'. Lovely way to weave that together. The animations are in the top 10% of AVNs. Support this author, because the work is next level.

4/5 STARS [v0.4.1]

Solid game with nice models and decent story. I'm not huge into futa but seeing a hot woman fuck a hot woman is hard to argue with. There could be a little more variety in body types (thicker, or smaller) and the animations could be better quality. BUT the awesome thing about the animations is the optionality. So many games with beautiful renders and animations have very linear sex scenes. This game usually allows you to see multiple positions and cum in multiple spots

Most of the scenes seem to progress at a good pace except for the mom. It is super unbelievable and unconvincing with how quickly she is groping you and eventually jerking you off, but then she is randomly appalled at you watching her masturbate? I think these things could be shuffled around a bit and her interactions to start as curiosity.

Rare to see a futa MC game with such production value. Sex scenes are enjoyable and game isn't shy about MC wanting to fuck basically all the women in her life but there are some jarring tonal issues throughot the game. One minute MC will be getting a blowjob from her teacher and the next she'll be having flashbacks about cancer, having panic attacks or dealing with suicide and domestic violence. Basically this game wants to have its cake and eat it where it wants to be full of fun, horny hijinks but also tries to confront as many serious issues as the auhtor can think of at the same time, which holds it back from being compelling in either aspect.

Version 5.0 :
I've been waiting impatiently for this chapter 5 and it's been hard because I've really loved this AVN since its beginnings.
This chapter 5 is for me a confirmation in almost all areas (some errors in proportions on certain shots of the characters (going from thin to almost fat). I felt the humor in the first and second degree (thanks also to Sean Connery for his participation ), I liked our MC, I liked, no LOVE the music part which I found very moving and wonderfully directed! The moment at the amusement park is more than excellent too! Thank you Dev for all this mixture, emotions, sadness, joy, hope, convinced positivism. Beautiful quality of narration, humanism and laughter! I hadn't felt that since... certain headlines! I obviously went through steam to support the effort! Without a doubt for me THE FAVORITE OF THE YEAR 2025!
A nice bonus would be to get a response to posts via the app.
The hardest part now: waiting for the next part

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When I saw the appearance of the MC and the reviews I couldn't help but download and try.
A lot of second degree, a dazzling MC, in short I was very pleasantly surprised and I can't wait to see the rest!
To see because undeniably an AVN that can leave its mark.
The only big flaw is the translation into French which is really bad and spoils the quality of the game: speech often too vulgar for a woman, too many translation errors and big mistakes between the use of the formal and informal. Prefer the English version

Writing is surprisingly great - amusing at times but also heartfelt and thought-provoking at others. I feel like Chapter 4 should come with a trigger warning though - could be tough for some people with a trauma history to watch.

If you’re looking for an adult game that goes beyond the obvious, Having a HARD Time is the perfect choice. It combines comedy, drama, and decisions that truly matter in a way that keeps you hooked from start to finish. While it’s an adult game, the story and characters take center stage, making it a much more complete experience than you’d expect from a visual novel.

Story and Setting
You start as a college student living a normal life until an unexpected event turns everything upside down. That’s when the game throws you into a rollercoaster of important decisions, moral dilemmas, and twists.

Having a HARD Time shines in its ability to balance intense drama with well-placed comedy. The drama hits hard in the characters’ backstories and emotional moments, often exploring deep and thought-provoking themes that pull you in. However, the game knows how to ease the tension with light-hearted humor that feels natural, arising from character interactions and unexpected situations. This mix keeps the narrative engaging and makes the dramatic moments even more impactful by contrasting them with the game’s fun and carefree tone. It’s an emotional rollercoaster that will make you laugh one moment and reflect deeply the next.

Additionally, the game features a cool mechanic where you can pick weekend activities like working, hitting the gym, or going out. These choices develop side stories that evolve over time, but since you can only pick one activity per weekend, you’ll probably want to replay the game to see everything you missed.

Characters and Cast
The cast is one of the game’s highlights. The protagonist is a super charismatic futa with a vibrant personality who steals the spotlight, but it doesn’t stop there. The supporting cast is just as well-crafted, with motivations and backstories that really make you care about them.

The friends feel like genuine companions, the romances are engaging, and even the male characters (who are often overlooked in games like this) play meaningful roles. And the best part? The game dives into themes like desire and morality, putting you in situations where your decisions carry real weight.

One of the standout features is the system that simulates social media and phone interactions. You can browse profiles and explore messages, which makes everything feel more dynamic and immersive while letting you dive deeper into the game’s universe.

Gameplay and Mechanics
The choices you make in the game slightly influence the progression of the story, but their real impact lies in unlocking specific scenes and achievements. This adds a sense of reward for paying attention to the dialogue and interactions, while also boosting replayability since exploring different paths can lead to new scenes or alternate endings.

The combination of weekend activities and phone interactions adds a nice sense of freedom, even though the game sticks to the traditional visual novel format overall.

Technical Aspects
The graphics are impressive, with detailed renders and well-designed characters. Facial expressions do a great job of conveying emotions, although some animations can feel a bit repetitive. Still, this doesn’t take away from the overall visual quality.
The soundtrack doesn’t disappoint either. There are thematic tracks that shift with the scenes and even some sound effects that add extra polish. It’s rare to see this level of effort in the audio for games in this genre, so it’s a definite plus.

Conclusion
Having a HARD Time is the kind of game that catches you off guard. You come in expecting something basic and end up getting a story that’s immersive, full of memorable moments, and driven by decisions that really matter. The characters are so well-developed that you’ll find yourself thinking about them even after you’ve finished the game.

If you enjoy visual novels with strong stories, charismatic characters, and plenty of choices to make, this game is absolutely worth your time. Even if the futa theme isn’t your usual preference, the game delivers so much quality content that it’s hard not to appreciate.

Final Score: 10/10
For anyone looking for a visual novel that stands out, packed with personality and plenty to offer, this is the game for you!

Amazing!

Love the story, the characters, specially the MC, the animations, the choices, the humour and the deep emotional feelings of it all. Simply stunning.

Strongly recommended not rushing through the content.

Review of Version 4.1

This is yet another open-ended, character driven game, and also another that takes place in a post-secondary school setting. An awful lot of characters are introduced in the first two episodes, but it does slow down, and you soon realize which characters have been deemed more important than others. Most of the expanded backstories are very well done, but also very tragic and emotional, especially Lisa's story in Episode 4. In contrast, their is also a lot of humor, and most of it is funny and entertaining.

Scenes are definitely one of the game's strong suits. A lot of good, sexy, and very smooth animations. Especially noticeable in certain scenes that include animated movement of hair and clothing. Scenes also typically have more options than you would typically expect.

There are definitely some silly things, like how MC's dick is quite large, yet she somehow tucks it into smaller female swimwear, but I find it doesn't bother me that much. There is also a type of psuedo-free roam section that includes a staggering amount of options for weekend activities, but you can only choose one in a given weekend, so it's best to pick one activity and stick with it. By the end of episode 4, you can make it to stage 4 of one weekend activity.

I am very much interested to see where this project goes, and how it evolves going forward.

There isn't any outstanding or outerwordly aspect that make this game so so good, but just a collection of many little things, moments and details that work together to give it a lot of flavour and soul.

One is the protagonist, a super sexy futa with a solid personality, she manages to be funny, endearing and charismatic when the situation calls for it. Together with the rest of the cast, these are the stars of the show.

Speaking of wich, the cast is super diverse both in visuals and personality, and not just the romanceable ones. The 'friend' group feels legit and make you care for them, surpringly even the male ones can be likeable and manage to be more than just extras or antagonists.

The game mechanics works well, there are a lot of choices and variations, and the characters screen and phone/social media UI are fun to explore.

Graphic wise the renders are above average, but there is a lot of attention in facial expressions and animations, the longer romance scenes are some of the hottest that i've played.

The plot is very standard, but it's not why i'm here for, the real good stuff is hidden in the characters dialogues and interactions, for wich the game does great.

TLDR PLAY THE GAME!!

I loved it, it's one of the best games of this type I've played. Really one of the best, most of those of this type, that is to say with.(futa) are much less accomplished after me. Now I have to wait for episode five hoping that it will come faster than the previous ones.

Great Game. From the story to the animations. Humour, writing, visuals, girls, different behaviour patterns. It's a long shot to finish the game with all the variables introduced by the author so let's hope it will see its end at some point.

Cheers to the author, a great mix of comedy and tragedy.

This game is adorable, between the silly moments and the fun interactions between them it makes up for the lack or overall main plotline, now the individual storylines for the different characters is really good but sadly goes to tragic tropes for pretty much all of them which kinda makes it feel disjointed between the goofs and the heartbreak.

The game really suffers from lack of some kind of aid to help you unlock every path line as some feel hidden, and the stats feel useless at this point and almost should be removed and let the focus be on the different hobbies and the scenes they generate.

All in all a interesting Futa romp so far, and I hope for more from them soon.