VN - Ren'Py - Abandoned - Master Rune [v0.3] [LizardsFromSpace]

This game is such a waste of potential.

The models are good. The dev can obviously write well. The setting, while common, is always fun.

But the MC is literally the personification of neckbeard self-insert. I really don't mind OP/self-insert MC's. I know it is a popular fantasy. But this game just goes way overboard on that front.

I know some people are into perfect power-fantasy MC's, but this shit goes way beyond that. Like a mary-sue X 100.

Porn games require a certain suspension of disbelief, but I just had to laugh at how fucking ridiculous some of these conversations are. Like, some of the shit this guy says is fucking absurd, and the idea that any of these LI's would want anything to do with this fuckin creepy weirdo is too much.

Like within a 2 minute conversation, an LI goes from not knowing the MC, to wanting to become his adopted sister. Another LI tries to avoid him, so he climbs up into her room at night and somehow he is just SO WITTY that this fucking insane stalker behaviour is totally cool and they go on a date.

Within like 1.5 days, this supposed life-long hermit has like 6 LI's either wanting to fuck him, or under his thumb in some manner (and probably wanting to fuck him REAL soon). And we have absolutely zero idea WHY this guy is trying to seduce/control every woman in sight.

Not to mention that you have no choice but to watch as this fucking weirdo goes and seduces every girl in sight. There seem to be some meaningless choices in the first half of the game, but the choice of "do you want to pursue this LI or not" is not up to you.

And the length of some of these conversations just gets unbearable. It's just pages and pages of what I assume the dev considers "witty repartee," but reads more like how some neckbeard wishes his conversations with girls would go (if he was able to talk to them).

I know this is not meant to be a serious game, but man I just find it a shame. Whoever the dev is obviously has the ability to make a solid game, but this just isn't it.

What a promising game, the plot reminds me of fantasy manhwas but better written and with porn, for now it has a decent amount content but it's not enough to suffice my need for this game, really looking forwards for the next updates.

In it's early stages but what is presently there is thoroughly enjoyable. Particular props for the super charming humor and writing. The entire Yui sequence had me unnerved, then breakdown laughing, then heart-warmed all in short order.

I don't really feel like reviewing this in significant depth at the moment but very much do enjoy the game and highly recommend, so leaving this to at least add support to it.

If you're on the fence, try it at least.

Master Rune
Version: 0.3
Type: VN - Heavy Story
Content: Medium
Pacing: Slow - Steady
Plot line: Main Charm of The Game - MC's Magic Master Killed - Becoming Student - Finding Neverknown Happiness
Setting: MC disciple => war machine - Magic Academy - Church - Vampires - Supernatural

Character Models: Amazing
Personalities: Badass - Bold - Shy - Weird - etc.

Music: Awesome
Animation: Unbelievably Good

Note: Top-tier writing, story, character realisation and setting
Thoughts: WoW nailed it. Amazing work. Every category reached Main Charm of The Game imo...

Out of the hundreds of games I've played on F95 this breaks my top five for writing quality. If you play games for more than the porn this won't disappoint.

Honestly I'd read it at as a novel but the koikatsu style renders are an added bonus. Sometimes koikatsu heroines appear a little young but the ones in this game look legal and damn hot.

Overall this is a hidden gem and one I hope will continue for a long, long time.

Do not let the generic art of front page cover fool you.
This VN's writing is exceptional, and you will not be disappointed with the story.
Any fans of "Fruits of Grisaia" would really appreciate this game.

EDIT: the front page art has been updated!

This game has a lot going for it, great characters, great dialogue, an interesting story with decent world building, it's early days so who knows if the dev can keep it up but as a preliminary review for what there is i highly recommend giving it a try if the tags attract you. It's very light on sex content at the moment as it's only v0.3, there's some nudity and some mutual masturbation but what is there is well done, the dev has the knack for describing sex scenes in an erotic way which is a comically rare skill. Honestly as much as i look forward to the bedroom content i am far more interested in the rest of the game which is exceedingly rare for me. Two thumbs up from me so far.

well lets say i wasn't expecting something like this to exist currently my favorite next to anything i have played so far
i like the music
i like the main character
i like the setup
i like the characters

and the fact that it does not rush to sex and blances it with conversations that are not in fact boring
expect a game which you want to actually want play or a novel you want to read in this case without your moister in the toaster

and there are game elements that has not been fully implemented in the game like the red and blue choice which i want to see how they turn out

anyways great game gl

playing this after leaving it on the back burner on for a while. although I was caught surprised by the fast pace of the mc meeting new people and seducing women as well as a little put off by having no choice on which women to seduce. The game is primarily a story and you are just there to experience it not to make decisions for the mc persay. After getting over the shock and playing I found it pretty funny and awesome and well made with beautiful graphics that set it apart from other games with kokatsu graphics.

Definitely give it a try if ure a fan of overpowered mcs fucking around in a fantasy setting and seducing women.

Review as of version 0.3

The writing in this game is one of my favorites out of the games I've played on F95 (spoiler, I've played a lot). I was in absolute stitches when the MC wanted to buy a sister all throughout the Taro-kun 'arc'.

Keep up the good work LizardsFromSpace I'll be back again for the next version!

As of v0.3
Story in this game is super interesting and one of a kind and for once a likeable Main character and excellent writing with a bit of humor in horror setting . Female characters all are stunning and all have different personalities of their own . Overall Great game , added to my watchlist . Highly recommended if you care about story in games that you play .

Version Played : v0.3

Here's the thing. It started off interestingly enough - but as soon as you get to school/uni things fall apart from me.

Choices seem sparse, romantic interests seem unavoidable. It kinda seems most of the choices were put in the first 15 minutes and afterwards, well, have you heard of War and Peace?

The game is just overly verbose. I don't mind reading but I can really appreciate succinctness in dialogues, which is sorely lacking in this game.

So if the game cut back it's "reading time" I think it would be much more enjoyable.

I can see the effort put it, but it's just bloated in my opinion.

This is a very well made game, especially considering it is the dev's first attempt at making such a game. The characters all have a certain charm to them and while there is an overlaying theme of horror it is joined by moments of light humor that tie it up in a neat little package. Definitely, one to look out for.

Version: 0.2

Didn't expect this quality of writing.
There is an excellent MC, interesting dialogues that you don’t want to skip, characters with unique designs and interesting personalities, well-staged hot scenes, and a rather intriguing plot, with a threat about which little is known so far)

I really liked it. I look forward to continuing and I hope that the author will be able to maintain this high level of quality.

The plot, and scenario are super interesting and unique. The writing is great with the character design looking beautiful. This game has great potential please do check it out and it is a diamond! I personally cant wait to see how it turns out.

Crazy good writing so far. I'm loving this. The characters are cute, it seems to have depth, and the erotic scene was really on point. I feel like this is going to be fabulous for both erotic / non erotic elements. Also Yui <3 /swoon