VN - Ren'Py - Hooked! [v0.4.5] [BlenderKnight]

Really enjoyable game with nice art, good writing and engaging characters. Has a nice mix of bizarre/serious/playfullness mood. My biggest gripe is there wasn't more of it to enjoy. Best of luck to the dev.

I can tell there is a lot of passion and talent behind this game. The animations are great, the models are well crafted and beautiful, the backgrounds and set dressing feel good to look at. Its also a breath of fresh air to read dialogue that doesn't seem like it was written by someone with English as their fourth language. If the creator keeps up the work on this project, I could easily see this being one of the top games on the site.

the story if you can call it that is whatever, the forced pausing in dialogue is very annoying ,MC is a clules nerd but play a miniscule part in the game.
branching is kind of annoying as there is no point to it yet ?
The game is very hot, all the girls and the scenes are hot with a unique visual

A game that's well worth playing, only real downside is it isn't finished yet.

The art is all really nice, the characters are interesting, overall a visual novel that shows a lot of promise. So nice playing a game that has soul rather than the same same AI genrated images present in so many other titles.

Instantly played through the entire game after downloading. Multiples hours of my life I will never get back. So worth it.

Cute as fuck heroines, no need to have a depressing over arching plot, and an utter lack of seriousness. An instant favorite which I and many others will be checking for updates for a long time to come.

for the version 0.4.0

brilliant game, very interesting and captivating storyline, very good storytelling, absolute banger style of models, interesting dialogues, incredible animations, incredible and unique renders.

for the proposal of this game, i really have nothing to criticize about

in love with this game, looking foward for it

Basically, a perfect game. Incredible unique model designs with a cute story and a oddly romantic approach to an adult film partnership. The animations, dialogue, and sounds feel very unique and character-appropriate. This is possibly the best game I have ever played at this point in development with the right mix of sensual, sexual, and tease in a very organic story.

You nailed this work of art, the 2000s theme catches my attention, the character designers are really cool, congratulations to the creator of this work, it would be really cool, if it were possible to have a part of the game focused on managing a future office of the main characters, giving players greater freedom, choosing which character you want to get closer to. basically a freeroom.

Ok this having 120 mostly 5 star reviews the day it releases on the site is really fishy.

That aside i did like the game, the writing was quirky but i liked it. Animations are great. The story is a bit hit and miss. But overall a good start. It's enjoyable with a good balance between scenes and text.

Okay this creator knows how to make a hot scene.

There are well-made games but then there are well made games that are constructed really well from a story and pacing perspective.

The writer knows exactly how to keep you at the edge of your seat for many of these scenes.

And most importantly, the animation is probably one of the best. The screenshot of the banner doesn't do it justice. You have to see it in movement and the designs of the women are just so good.

Hooked-0.4.0-pc

Writing managed to turn me away by reaching the interview scene with the 3 fems, as it is so dull and uninspired you would think its created by AI with just not enough parameters.

Art design though is very interesting, but just not good enough to hook me any longer to endure through this desert of writing skill.

Anyway GL

Graphics: 4/5
Writing: 1/5
Plot: 1/5
Lewd: nn
Audio: yes

PS: And this title as more pages of reviews than it has actual comments in the release thread ...

Just wow. I was convinced I couldn't be impressed by any new VNs (since I've played so many and most are kinda shit imo) but this one was a very pleasant surprise in all aspects. The devs of this one are very talented and deserve to be praised.

I usually don't like this type of animation, I prefer a more realistic style but this one is very well done and the girls are all beautiful. The design of the menus and the overall retro look of the game is also great imo. It's quite refreshing having a game that takes place in a different decade.

The three girls are very well written so far and I like how each kinda has different a type of body. A short and thick, a busty blonde and slim goth brunnette. So far (up to Ch 3) you only get to see one of the girls naked and I like how her body is amazing yet very close to reality. It's not one of those absolutely perfect bodies all the girls have in all VNs that kinda look fake?

The MC is likeable enough. He is a nerd, but kind, funny in his own way and definitely a bit stupid (maybe too stupid in certain ocassions; like, to a point where it almost doesn't make sense imo. But that was just a couple of times).

There are only a couple of sex interactions so far and they are, for the most part, well executed. They feel natural and somewhat realistic, let's say. I would have liked the first one with Hannah to be delayed a bit or maybe just milder? Like, if it wasn't because something happened, they could have ended up fucking, which I think doesn't go in line with Hannah's character and her attitude towards the MC. The sex scene with Helen in the car also feels extremely forced and not in character. It's like, she blows you just because she is bored and wants you to spill the beans. She was kinda shy during the interview, you hardly spend any time with her and suddenly she just wants your dick in her mouth without ever flirting with you. Idk.

The devs kinda make the same mistake all VNs make which is pretending that a huge dick will make all girls want to sleep with you. I think you should've spend some more time with both girls and win them over a bit more before something like that could happen. Also, what the fuck with the deformed dick of the MC. I don't like dicks xd but I'm sure both gay men and women would agree that that dick is a pretty ugly one haha.

I'm being neat picky and well, these things are mostly subjective. Overall, this is a very fucking good VN. Not excellent, tho.

Extraordinary. I don't even like VNs but the quality of writing, character design and animation is par to none.

Apparently the review needs 200 characters so one non-obvious thing I should mention, there's a lot of divergent scenes based on choices and it really adds to the game as a whole.

One of the best animated games on the site. You can tell how much work went in to each scene and animation. Each scene and girl are stunning and great.

The only bad thing is that it's so short. I want more!!!!

truly an amazing game the art style, the story and all are truly amazing there is nothing close to this on this website and should be one of the best games here I hope the dev keeps this project going into the future and I hope the people keep supporting him and this project!

Version played : v0.3.5

Now this is an interesting one. Obviously a passion project, very unique, quite polished - most importantly - steamy and fun!

One detractor would be it seems like it's gonna be a while before it gets to the real good stuff - but it's worth giving it a shot even now, what little is there is very well done.

In 2 words - Absolute Cinema.

lining up to be one of the best games around. I love the art style, it sets it apart, it's unique, all the characters look great and kinda feel real with it. all of the mains bring their own thing to the table and, again, feel real. nothing to ott but very grounded. hoping for lots of things coming from the dev because this is very promising

Overall 5/5

Currently on my list for the best games on this site. What stood out to me the most was the unique artistic and stylistic design of the game. Its eye catching and appealing enough to sell a new player into the game almost immediately. What I like about this game is that seemingly follows a Rags to Riches narrative structure, and that is something that players in this community often tend to lean into. The MC has flaws and he is a fisherman with no life direction, until he seemingly stumbled upon an advert to change his life around completely. This premise is INTERESTING, and he is relatable for most people who often seek for redemption or change of pace in their own lives.

Although the characters are few, their personalities and looks are so diverse that you feel satisfied and easily grasp their traits. Each character is uniquely designed with distinct backgrounds, motivations, and appearances, making them memorable and engaging. The interactions between the characters are well-written, adding depth to the relationships and making the player's choices feel meaningful.

The game's pacing is also commendable. It balances moments of tension and action with quieter, introspective scenes, allowing players to immerse themselves fully in the story. The dialogue is sharp and well-crafted, avoiding the pitfalls of generic or clichéd exchanges. Instead, it feels genuine and helps to build a connection between the player and the characters. Overall, Hooked is a standout title in its genre, offering a unique blend of artistic design. It's a game that is still in development, and yet it not only entertains but also resonates with players making it a must-play for fans of visual novels and adult games.

Been watching this since it came out, super glad it's been getting traction.

The game's full of character and charm without detracting from the main premise—which of course is very well done.

The writing gives a very dynamic feel which lends itself ever so slightly more to the depth of the scenes, showing a bit more of the characteristics that individualize the main cast. Lets them be more than immediate fap material.

It's so good I might even pay money for it.

beautifully rendered characters, equally gorgeous models, and some surprisingly good yet lighthearted writing, I wasn't expecting much here and I definitely wasn't expecting it to evolve past the first iteration, real talk if this gets abandoned somebody will die