Rating: 5/5 for v0.14
I really enjoyed this AVN a lot, but there are some huge caveats and nitpicks that you might want to overlook depending on your personal taste. I can overlook them enough to appreciate this game as a whole, though.
If you don’t take this AVN as seriously as Solarin thinks he is as a capable leader, you’ll get one of the best “campy” AVNs you can jack off to.
Production Quality: It improves over time. What I found a bit disappointing at the start of Season 1 in terms of visuals and sex scenes gets fixed massively by the end of Season 2. The last sex scenes in Season 2 are probably some of the best I’ve seen in any AVN so far—no exaggeration, they’re that good. So, if you’re planning to play this, make sure you at least play until the end of Season 1.
MC's Jokester Nature: The criticism around the MC's “jokester” nature is, in my opinion, overblown. Unless you’re actively choosing the “joke” response every single time, it’s not that bad. There are three types of MC responses: friendly/kind (blue), joke (purple), and rude (red). The game does a pretty good job of keeping the MC's responses consistent with his character, but you need to choose the kind ones when needed. The joke and rude responses can get a bit too cheesy, though.
The LIs: The LIs are solid. The developers managed to make me care enough to remember and be invested in them even after months of not playing the game. Along with the MC’s personality choices (kind, jokester, or asshole), the LIs' growth feels important. I would highly recommend choosing kind responses for consistency, though. It helps make the MC feel emotionally connected to the LIs and helps drive their narrative forward.
The campy jokes and some cheesy moments from NPCs, the MC, and others can either miss the mark or land really well.
The Bad:
My main issue is how Solarin is presented and written. He takes himself way too seriously, which makes the game shift from its campy tone to something more intense and less enjoyable.
I can’t overlook this, as Solarin’s actions are the driving force behind the plot.
Overall, Projekt: Passion is a fun ride, despite its issues. The campy tone, solid character growth, and excellent sex scenes make it an easy game to get into. The visuals, especially in Season 2, really step up and offer some of the best you’ll find in AVNs. The MC’s personality choices keep you invested enough (but you must choose kind, refers to my points above), him and the LIs are memorable enough to make you care about their development.
That being said, Solarin’s character is where the game stumbles. His decisions are often impulsive and nonsensical, which can be frustrating, especially when they clash with the vibe of this game. His lack of emotional depth or logical thinking makes him harder to take seriously and emotionally, and that definitely impacts the overall experience.
Still, if you can look past the flaws and just enjoy the ride, Projekt: Passion is definitely worth playing. It’s got a lot of heart and a lot of fun moments, so if you’re into campy, over-the-top storytelling with great visuals, you’ll find something to enjoy here.
I really enjoyed this AVN a lot, but there are some huge caveats and nitpicks that you might want to overlook depending on your personal taste. I can overlook them enough to appreciate this game as a whole, though.
If you don’t take this AVN as seriously as Solarin thinks he is as a capable leader, you’ll get one of the best “campy” AVNs you can jack off to.
Production Quality: It improves over time. What I found a bit disappointing at the start of Season 1 in terms of visuals and sex scenes gets fixed massively by the end of Season 2. The last sex scenes in Season 2 are probably some of the best I’ve seen in any AVN so far—no exaggeration, they’re that good. So, if you’re planning to play this, make sure you at least play until the end of Season 1.
MC's Jokester Nature: The criticism around the MC's “jokester” nature is, in my opinion, overblown. Unless you’re actively choosing the “joke” response every single time, it’s not that bad. There are three types of MC responses: friendly/kind (blue), joke (purple), and rude (red). The game does a pretty good job of keeping the MC's responses consistent with his character, but you need to choose the kind ones when needed. The joke and rude responses can get a bit too cheesy, though.
The LIs: The LIs are solid. The developers managed to make me care enough to remember and be invested in them even after months of not playing the game. Along with the MC’s personality choices (kind, jokester, or asshole), the LIs' growth feels important. I would highly recommend choosing kind responses for consistency, though. It helps make the MC feel emotionally connected to the LIs and helps drive their narrative forward.
The campy jokes and some cheesy moments from NPCs, the MC, and others can either miss the mark or land really well.
The Bad:
My main issue is how Solarin is presented and written. He takes himself way too seriously, which makes the game shift from its campy tone to something more intense and less enjoyable.
I can’t overlook this, as Solarin’s actions are the driving force behind the plot.
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Overall, Projekt: Passion is a fun ride, despite its issues. The campy tone, solid character growth, and excellent sex scenes make it an easy game to get into. The visuals, especially in Season 2, really step up and offer some of the best you’ll find in AVNs. The MC’s personality choices keep you invested enough (but you must choose kind, refers to my points above), him and the LIs are memorable enough to make you care about their development.
That being said, Solarin’s character is where the game stumbles. His decisions are often impulsive and nonsensical, which can be frustrating, especially when they clash with the vibe of this game. His lack of emotional depth or logical thinking makes him harder to take seriously and emotionally, and that definitely impacts the overall experience.
Still, if you can look past the flaws and just enjoy the ride, Projekt: Passion is definitely worth playing. It’s got a lot of heart and a lot of fun moments, so if you’re into campy, over-the-top storytelling with great visuals, you’ll find something to enjoy here.