Why the Hate? A Defense of This Game’s Bold Choices.(v3.8.5)
I’m not sure why this game has such negative reviews. Some complain about the rushed pacing or abrupt jumps between romantic scenes, but to me, these moments fit the story perfectly. The protagonist was granted his powers by the goddess Selene to "collect love" — and the power works passively, whether he wants it or not. He made a contract with her, and now he must repay her with the affection he gathers, especially since the goddess is on the brink of collapse.
The core plot revolves around the relationships between ancient Greek goddesses who bestowed powers upon the hero under different circumstances. The story clearly draws from Greek mythology, with clear parallels to figures like Selene, Diana, Endymion, and Hecate. The goddesses’ personalities are well-portrayed throughout the narrative.
As for the protagonist — yes, he sometimes comes across as foolish. Some of the choices presented to the player might seem confusing or odd at first, but there’s hidden depth behind them. I suspect these decisions will lead to multiple endings later, encouraging players to think critically rather than spoon-feeding them obvious answers. The fact that the developers don’t hold the player’s hand is actually a strength — it makes you consider the consequences of your actions.
What would make it even better? At least three distinct endings: fully embracing Hecate's path, remaining loyal to Selene, or finding some middle ground through compromise. After all, the game itself teaches us that gods exist beyond human concepts of good and evil - it's we mortals who insist on dividing everything into black and white, when reality is ultimately shades of gray.
Regarding the "sudden" adult content (like the swinging scene) — it’s not really out of nowhere. If you give an exhibitionist pleasure-seeker complete freedom while she’s under the influence of a love-based power that acts like an intoxicating drug, of course things will escalate. As the saying goes: " What did you expect? " But here, the protagonist remains in full control, making choices based on his own preferences.
And let’s be honest — the game warns you from the beginning. It shows you her fantasies and makes it clear exactly what kind of person she is. If players are shocked, they probably live in a naive bubble where only their own worldview exists.
For me, this game is a solid 5/5 — the story, renders, and sound design all come together brilliantly.
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