VN - Ren'Py - House of Hearts [Ep.1 v1.2a] [SparkHG]

House of Hearts [Ep.1 v1.1a]

So I absolutely loved "Game of Hearts", was absolutely breath taking and I love that it was completed in a pretty small timeframe and didn't drag out, the sin SO many dev's are committing with their VN's. Though, I would've loved more time with Meredith after having finally corrupted her of course...but can't have everything.

I also miss Julia so much </3

House of Hearts is looking to be very much in the same vein, with an impressive first update already boasting more content then what most other VN's would have after 3+ updates. The developer has an insane work ethic, and combines quality + quanity splendidly.

Pros -

- The new cast of girls are gorgeous, this developer is incapable of making bad looking character models. They are fabulous. Here's my thoughts in further detail on them -

I definitely think gorgeous Olivia looks far better with her hair tied up, her "sporty/workout look" is far sexier, her regular hairstyle doesn't really suit her. I got confused when it showed her playing tennis in her introduction and then changed to her in the present, that's how dramatically different that hair makes her appear. Helena is SEXY MILF/10, her lips and skin....god damn. The other new girls are quite easy on the eyes, too. Karly is cute as heck! Brie is still an angel (or half) <3.

- The renders are as phenomenal as they were in GoH. I am assuming they are from blender, (bridged from DAZ) because there is no way you're getting those kind of renders out of Daz Studio. Blender renders have an entirely different look and feel that you immediately notice, from the lighting to the characters looks . It's gorgeous.

- The grammar is massively improved from GoH so far, no weird past/present tense screw ups so far. Good proof reading goes a long way!

I do have cons.

- I think this game, and also GoH are just a bit too vanilla given the demon theme and all. Doesn't really have any kinks, the scenes are amazingly erotic as is but I'd imagine with some extra kink options it'd be even better. It is pretty vanilla stuff, raunchy but vanilla. Some spicier kinks and fetish options would absolutely be welcome, come on look at the setting and theme of the game! Bit odd to not have kinkier material.

- No corruption options are present in this game like they were in GoH (at least yet, but it would be weird to add them later now and would feel weird), which is personally a big disappointment for me. I love corruption and it really fits the demon theme, and had so much fun corrupting Meredith in GoH, even though I didn't really get to reap the rewards of that because the game ended not long after, and now in this game she's absent. I just feel like the games a bit too "white knight" inclined and geared. A lot of the options are just checking up on the girls and being a "good guy", but I think having the option to actually act more like a demon, and to have the corruption factor present would be far more interesting and make more sense. We are playing a literal demon, all this nice guy stuff feels trivial given the setup and circumstances. The MC is meant to be proving his prowess and power as a demon but here we are being limited to being the "easy-going, gentle and good hearted hero"? At least give us more choices, I don't like being overly nice and I feel like even the girls in the game get annoyed by it. Girls get annoyed by that in real life too and call those "simps".

Having said all of this, I give it a 4.5/5. Has so much potential and the developer is already doing great, great work. I respect that they actually finish their work too. I just think having a world and theme such as this, definitely needs a bit more spice.

From the start menu you realize how much effort and talent went into this first chapter. It is a serious game. The same great writing, the same thoughtful pacing, from Game of Hearts but the visuals are upgraded and they are some of the best I've ever seen on an AVN. The gameplay is simplified and even more fun too.

Putting up this early review of a game in its first steps, because SparkHG does not have as much support as he should, but also because I'm sure it will surpass the tall bar that Game of Hearts left behind.

One of the best Avns out there at the moment! SparkHG has improved from his last game "Game of Hearts" and is continuing the story with a new cast of women for the MC to interact with! But! Don't worry if you were looking forward to seeing the old cast of women because they will be back!

Overall, A strong to start to the new game, and I'm excited to see more from this Dev!

Instant masterpiece.

The story is simple yet intriguing.
The basic premise of a demon that has to pleasure women in order to increase his powers is as simple as it gets. But that, coupled with the threat of a demon war looming in the horizon, opens the door for plenty of narrative oportunities.

This also manages to do something more interesting to me; It puts female satisfaction at the forefront of the story. Something that is almost unheard of in porn games, where the usual focus is self satisfaction.

Probably the biggest selling point is the art style. If you have seen the preview images, you can tell that the author loves his craft.

Like it's predecessor, this is so ridiculously well done on all levels that it's almost insulting to have it be compared to most other games here. The art is outstanding, maybe even too much so for "just" a game. The animations are flawless and plentiful and the story, setting and characters are immersive and interesting on their own.

I don't like to go all fangirl, but there's literally nothing I can think of that I can say that doesn't end up in some sort of superlative. Play it. You will like it. There's no doubt.

If there ever was a game you should support, it's this one.

A great and worthy successor, that builds upon the base created by its l
Prequel. W/O COMPRIMISING ON STORYTELLING.Yet staying true to its genre, with some of the best visuals and game mechanics, that are at the forefront.
The mystery and plot keeps you intrigued andnew variety of character keeps you wanting for more

Excited to see how HoH concept will be executed .

An interesting, mysterious, and most importantly, original story (not some f.....g Isekai). It's clear that this is being created by someone who CAN do it, not just WANTS to. It's also supported by beautiful visuals. Not just a fuckfest.

Over the past ten years, I’ve played probably over a hundred VNs. Some were huge back then and are still well-known today, and some just disappeared halfway, which I still kinda regret. I even translated a few games I really liked myself. But honestly, Game of Heart is one of the best I’ve ever played. And the sequel, House of Heart, just takes it to another level — the Renders is amazing, the story is super engaging, and honestly, I can’t even find a flaw. SparkHG is a total genius, and it’s been a long time since any game hit me this hard.
The sex scenes in House of Heart are like the cherry on the cake. I’m not saying they’re bad — in fact, purely in terms of how they’re written, they’re honestly among the best I’ve ever seen in any game. But what really makes them shine is the amazing story and the perfectly crafted atmosphere around them. This is a story that involves sex, sure, but sex is just one of its highlights, not the whole thing.

Updated rating.

Bad aspect ratios. If you actually own an ultrawide monitor like I do, this is just a little coloured box inside a whole load of black. It's really dumb and badly thought out.

Ultrawide is great, this should be implemented properly and it'd look really good, until it is, it's garbage as around 1/2 of the screen is lost due to the lack of realisation that you don't need to simulate an ultrawide ratio, if the screen actually has an ultrawide ratio.

I now know this is the rather long intro, at first that was my hunch but it went on too long for it to seem like it was still an intro. After that the aspect ratio goes back to 16.9 which still loses a big chunk of the screen, so it teases ultrawide but fails. It was so bad I had to switch screens in order to make it playable. So yeah, still needs fixing. Real ultrawide would be great to have.

I have now gotten past the intro, safe to say I haven't a fucking clue what's going on.
It's like it's attempting to be way too edgy, sometimes that works. But if I'm already annoyed by basic quality issues then being really edgy on top has just made me bored by it.

Renders do look good, all pretty high quality and there's a couple of animations, they seem smooth, it appears to have the makings of something great, but it doesn't grip me really.

Others have pointed out issues with LI all being copy pasted though which is a bit of a shame, that'd definitely make it seriously boring.

This is pasta with fresh marinara tier for erotic enthusiasts.

Disclaimer: play the first title, Game of Hearts, before playing this current title cuz otherwise the format and concept won't make sense.....(I'm copypastaing some stuff from my Game of Hearts review cuz this title is going to follow the same recipe and it's going to hit just as well!!!!!)


Ok..hopefully I have your attention now. Ok..hear me out if you are on the fence about playing this beauty....ok...Ever had a good plate of pasta or spaghetti with fresh marinara and you didn't want to swallow your bite. You just wanted to savor every second it was in your mouth, appreciate the various notes of ripe tomatoes, basil, the muskiness emanating from the garlic infused delight. That feeling...that's what you get here if you are a virtual erotic experience seeker.

Foreword: (I need to clarify where I'm coming from).

After having played 300+ AVNs, I got tired of just fuckfests. If I just want to fap, why would I waste hours reading something when I can just go open a video and be done in 8 secs (15 sec max) and go to bed. I'm playing for the game to tug at the strings of my heart....and oh boy does this puppy deliver (aptly named game for sure!!).

I'm a proud handholding, pat-giving, hug seeking, kiss-loving fucko. I eat the fuck out of wholesome/story-focused games and generally try to avoid fuckfests. Generally H scenes from the get go are red flags for me since that means it's just gonna be another nonsensical genitalia smashing of same Daz/HS model with just a different face...but oh boy does this game make me do a complete 180. It showed me that a game heavy on H-scenes CAN possess a strong narrative and well-written characters in a matter of minutes.

I generally avoid demon mind control stuff or succubus stuff for obvious reasons but the way this game does it...it's seductive corruption at best or erotic romantic tale at its finest. It's not forced or non consensual so it doesn't disturb my morality.

Pros:

1. Breathtaking renders. LIs are heavenly built with awesome skin tones and features like moles, tan, skin pores, hot bods etc.
2. Camera angles and the intimacy shots......oh dude....this is so intimate piece. Like kissing, or holding. There was so much love put into each angle or lighting in the render...it's fucking insane. Choices to increase eroticism like blowing air, kissing nape are off the charts so good.
3. Music is fire..oh boy especially during H scenes it just hits the right notes.
4. Writing is really good for evoking true eroticism. Not too long or too short, it says just the right stuff.
5. Gameplay is very interesting and multiple playstyles (corruption vs romance) open door for multiple playthroughs. Plenty of choices too to shape the game to your needs.
6. UI is clean.
7. MC is very likeable and hot.
8. Must play for wholesome chads.....(Yes I'm looking at you..stop smiling).

Cons:

1. Some kind of glossary or something that keeps track of the lore. Like Rafael is x...or we know this much so far about asofotiel etc.

Verdict: Abso-fucking-lutely pick this up now if you loved the first title!!

Don't do yourself disservice by sleeping on this beauty. Erotic masterpiece in the making <3

(Insert Palpatine Voice) We will watch your career with great interest....

Go play it already

Spark knocks it out of the park with this one. HoH has all of the elements that made GoH great, plus more:
* More love interests, and, though Meredith was good, HoH LI's are across the board more attractive.
* LI's have unique personalities and motives that create a mystery for the MC to discover.
* Graphics are top tier, atmosphere deep - not plastic, settings are lush.
* Creator expanded on the unique sex scene mechanics; love the various stats and coins that create unique outcomes and opportunities. This is part of what makes this game the best.
* Mythology is interesting but does not cause alot of exposition - pacing is very good.

There is alot of content in this first release, and Spark was one of the few developers who actually released several updates in a year - pace of development, for this level of quality, is excellent. This is the only dev I support at a high level, and he is worth every penny.

Amazing start with this new chapter in the storytelling. Sooo many game sequels do not match up in quality like the original. This is not the case. On a personal, very glad no NTR. For whatever reason, it seems to be a growing trend these days in harem games. The game already has it antagonists within the story that he will eventually have to confront. The storytelling makes the difference without it just being about taking your harem. Hoping it will include the perk system for your powers like the first game but the mechanics in this new game works without them to yield successful results so far.

Real good, definitely high potential to become a true favorite of mine.
A full walk-through would be good
I absolutely love the overall graphic design
It’s a job very well done and it shows the amount of effort and creativity
I’m already looking forward to future creations from this team because this first impression leaves me wanting much more.

I played the first game, and initially I was liking it, but then it slowly started falling out of favor with me.
Firstly, let's talk about the art - it seems the devs are trying to be really artistic here, but they're kind of overdoing it, every scene uses heavy lighting and contrast, some scenes add heavy vignette on top of all that, honestly every time I play an episode of this I end up with a migraine by the end. But also it makes everything look artificial, the heart of the game is lost under these heavy effects.
Models - pretty much everyone would say this game has some of the best models, and it does, but they are literally all the same, all girls look the same with different hair and their facial expressions are literally the same and even their personality seems the same, all of them act in the same shy manner around the MC, even Ceryl who looks like a tomboy and was introduced at the end of the first game, turns out is the same type.
But the biggest problem with this game is the forced relationships, I can't stand it, especially not when the MC has a milf kink, so not only you are forced to sex, but you're forced to sex with old ladies, at least in the first game. I was hoping it would change, but no, the new season brings new batch of ladies you're forced to lay with and even if you try to fling it they still get a bunch of points with the MC, and you can't even reject any of them, not only 3 new girls were forced on you, but the game also promised that the two milfs from the previous game, who are in slumber, will return with new kinks or whatever.
I get the game wants the MC to gain power via intercourse, but at least give the player some freedom to choose. This forced thing feels like a job and I treat it as such, and there's no enjoyment in it, I pretty much fast forward all the photoshoots at this point, but who knows if the game will forcefully stick these ladies in MCs life as it seems the ones from the 1st game are.
As far as the story goes, it might develop into something in the long run, but so far it's all over the place, a lot of pieces moving as if something big will happen, but so far MC has spent 99% of his time building relationships as if in a vacuum, maybe by the end of this season it will get more serious once the MC gets enough power I guess, but that phase of the story has dragged on too long already, we're pretty much doing everything we did in the first game all over again, just with different characters.
But there's still some light at the end of the tunnel, and in the first game it was Julia who kept me in the game, and this time it's Brie, if not for these two I would have dropped the game long ago, but at least we spent some good time with Brie so far in this game, will try to free her from her curse and also bring Julia back, that's pretty much my only purpose in the game so far, we'll see if the rest of it gets better, then maybe I'll improve my rating, but for now, this game has mostly kept disappointing me with some beautiful moments sprinkled here and there.

I could watch this as a series inHBO Max all day.

This is in a level of itself regarding story, all of it, the images, the text, the plot, the atmosphere. If there's junk food (and we all like it sometimes, nothing wrong with that), this is a Michelin 5-Star meal you indulge yourself from time to time, savoring.

Improvements from the first game are clear, way better pace and storytelling -not much to improve to be honest.

If you are not familiar, the game takes a more serious note, in fact, "immersion" is taken very seriously in this game, so if you like to go deep into desire besides just seeing one or two animations of sex, this is the game for you.

Damn it, knew I shouldn't have played this just yet, now I'm just left wanting more. So far a great follow on from Game of Hearts! Thanks again to Spark for amazing renders and animations. The story just keeps you eager for information and maybe Brie!

I left a review on the last game about how amazing the game was, the only flaw being the mop on the MC's head.

Cut to the first scene with the MC, and it's him with a new haircut. You're welcome, everyone.

Seriously, though, amazing start to the continuation of an already amazing story. Can't wait to play more.

" 9.9 out of 10, a 10 if he gets a new haircut. " Was the review I had on the last game. So now it's a 10.

Just truly fantastic just like the first game.

Already off to an amazing start. I was curious when we didnt transfer save data but the way the story shifts ends up making sense.

Going to be one hell of a pleasant ride. Honestly even if this had 0 adult content I would still play it, its just that good.

I want to make this review long, but honestly it doesn't even need to be.

Top quality renders
Top quality story
Animations are crisp
Everything is unique, models and all.
Theres just nothing spared, everything incredible.

Only tiny nitpicks
Gallery - I'm sure will be in the future, not really much reason to have on yet with extremely limited scenes
A "legend" for the "choices matters" part with the scenes would be a huge plus. I forget what half the icons mean, would also be nice to know what other icons mean that aren't really explained. Just a button that brings up a cheatsheet, more or less.
Thats really it honestly, lol.

Top Tier game!

Everything is just great!
Devs did a really fine job with previous game and not abandon it for sure

The Good
- Beautiful render with cinematic feels
- Great Story
- Really fun and alluring scene
- Great corruption
- Really attractive Character Design

The Bad
- No Replay Gallery

That's my takes and hope devs having a great day and also thanks for the really good work

A sequel to one of my favorite VN's "Game of Hearts" so my opinion may be a little biased...

Pro's:
- Excellent Dialogue Writing
- Great Story Writing
- Uniquely Beautiful Female Characters
- Amazing Renders
- Outstanding Animations
- Meaningful Choices

Cons:
- None so far in my opinion.

The game needs some Fan Sign's though so Fans can help promote it.