Im closing in on the end of ep 1 and gods damn I dont get why this is a sandbox, it does nothing but detract from the story and annoy the player
Said story is largely kinetic and linear anyway since you have to progress multiple LIs to continue others. The lack of actual choices is a big negative as is the inconsistency with the choices you are allowed. 'no I dont want that content' ok fine until its forced on you anyways later
gods damned frustrating cause the characters(aside from the MC) are interesting and have some depth, and grow. The basic story is also interesting even if it seems to get lost or buried more often than not in the quest to advance various girl's subplots
The protagonist is just annoying... twice as 'goody goody' as superman, an 1/4 the brain power. To the point the LIs often have to shove it in his face how stupid and slow he's being. Quick example, lets mind read someone to see why they go from pissed to smiling at the end of a legal hearing that didnt go their way.... then never mention the important information you get to the relevant parties... -.-
came to this from the wasteland savior title and I mostly enjoyed that barring the ending which felt rushed and half assed. This one tho would be greatly improved just by eliminating the unneeded sandbox. Thered still be some issues but this one change would seriously help this title.
Bitching aside I do think I am getting slightly more enjoyment from it than irritation/frustration/annoyance.
also again Im still only on the first episode, so I dont know what, if any, changes happen in ep2
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oh lets record a full confession an not mention it either.... fuck me I hate this idiot protag