VN - Ren'Py - Somewhere I Belong [Ep.2] [Mr Baker]

WOW! this thing is on another level!
This is 10 star out of 5!

I really enjoy it
-Character look really gorgeous the model and skin work are insane and it's the best I've ever seen in this industry
- This is the best animated scene I've ever play in every game look fluid and really smooth and natural but better than realistic
- The art are really great though
- Thick girl are my thing and Anais look really natural I think my dick broke down now lol
- The first sex scene that Anais make a tombstone piledriver blow is the best thing I ever scene and she make it with her cuteness. I really wish for more and more!

Thanks a lot for the great great work!!

Great AVN so far. Best graphics I have seen until now and I have been through several games.
Setting is very interesting and I liked the charects presented until now.
It has only one chapter at the moment of my review, but I'm following this thred for the future releases.

Played through v0.0.5.3. Very early review which I normally do not do but this game so far deserves it quite a lot and I am fully confident about following updates. Consequentially there is not a lot of content to review, instead I'm going to mostly focus on the quality aspects which the game has quite some to show for.

The game establishes an interesting post-apocalyptic world that still has a (somewhat) functioning society behind walls. It's all made quite believable and immersive and is not something I have seen too often.

The graphics are just fabulous, both assets and backgrounds are all high quality and the scenery is composed very well. The characters are gorgeous to say the least, a lot of emphasis put on realism and sensible proportions and looks. A good example in my opinion is Anais as a LI, beautiful but not the generic model type you see in many games. The zombies seem to be inspired by Left 4 Dead, with variants and all that and crazy guys show something of a Mad Max vibe (like the guys in the arena). Overall very much like the style. Animations look quite good as well.
Special note to the lewd scenes, I absolutely love the adjustable speeds and all that, really well done.
Some review mentioned the camera angles having some room for improvement. I kind of felt that too, but it's really more of a tingly feeling in the back of my mind. The scenes themselves were sublime.

Sound is good but does not quite match the graphics. Does not mean it's bad, the music is good and fits the mood well. There is a whole bunch of pretty good sound effect mostly focused on the adventure parts, this is where I found the sound design to be more or less excellent. But the lewd scenes have pretty much only music and very rarely effects. Kind of a contrast to the otherwise very fleshed out rest of the game which stuck out to me as a bit odd. Then again, lewd sounds in games are far more difficult to get right then it seems, so maybe less is more, we will see where this goes. This is just where I would personally love a little more detail matching the rest of it all.

I also have to say that I quite liked the personalities of most characters you interact with. There is a bunch of what you would expect of the setting, like the gang leaders, soldier characters and the like with characteristics to match. Having these may seem generic but fits the theme as established in other forms of media very well and was quite immersive for me personally. Side note here as well: There is a disabled character with certainly some screen time and surprising amounts of dialogue. The idea probably being to show these characters and the difficulties for both them and those that care for them in the established setting. I just loved that. Things like this are where the immersive aspects of the game shine. Of course it should not be overdone or be stretched out too much, but more stuff like this actually makes you feel like you are in the remnants of a human society rather than just seeing the limited surroundings of the average video game protagonist. Speaking of protagonist, while not terrible he was actually one of the weaker characters in my opinion and I would like to see some development here. I have little problem believing some guy could have gotten where he is, but somehow he seems just a tad too... not ready for the things he is supposed to be for according to his backstory. Like a bit too much zombie apocalypse side character. Again more of a feeling and difficult to put in words, game also just begun and I don't want to be too quick to judge. Just a note for potential future reference.

tldr; Game has obscene quality in terms graphics and world design. The potential here is incredible and the dev seems quite active around here as well (just checked, dev made the thread themselves Magnus, so DUH) and I have really high hopes for this. All despite some few flaws and little content so far. I know quality takes time, but I just can't wait for more. Wish you the best of luck MrBaker =)

Cheers.

I posted it on reddit earlier, but it can also be of use to people who want's to try the game here.
"An Exhilarating Zombie Adventure with a Few Minor Hiccups"

Venturing into the post-apocalyptic world of Somewhere I Belong was a rollercoaster of emotions and thrills that left me genuinely excited for what lies ahead. The game introduces characters with a finesse that immediately drew me in, their personalities and dynamics expertly rendered through high-quality visuals and attention to detail in both characters and backgrounds. Despite a few minor bugs here and there, the overall presentation is undeniably impressive.

The female characters in the game are stunningly designed, and their allure goes beyond mere aesthetics – their likable personalities make forging connections feel natural. Notably, the male protagonist isn't a clichéd figure, but a compelling character with depth, which is a refreshing departure from the norm. Even background characters are not overlooked, adding an unexpected layer of depth to the narrative.

As the story unfolds in this dystopian world plagued by zombies and quarantine zones, the plot delivers intrigue and believability. It's a testament to the writers that the story manages to overshadow occasional flat dialogue. The genuine threat posed by the zombies within the narrative adds an element of suspense and urgency that's often missing in similar settings.

Yet, no game is without its flaws. One recurring concern is the protagonist occasionally falling into the role of the classic horror movie victim, acting oblivious to his surroundings. While subtle, this pattern is noticeable, and I hope the character's intelligence evolves in a way that enhances the immersion rather than detracting from it. Additionally, some camera angles during intimate scenes could use refinement. Descriptions of interactions often misalign with the visual focus, detracting from the intended impact. Addressing these aspects would greatly enhance the game's overall experience.

Still, these critiques don't overshadow the game's considerable strengths. The world-building, character dynamics, and the suspenseful story are definite highlights that keep me invested.

In conclusion, Somewhere I Belong is a thrilling visual novel that offers both heart-pounding action and genuine emotional connection. The few areas needing improvement are overshadowed by the game's remarkable potential. As the developers continue refining and expanding the experience, there's no doubt that this game has the chance to be an unforgettable adventure worth every moment and penny invested.

Played the old version. 5 stars, still. Played de new 0.0.5.3. - more compressed and less paced in thrill, I supose. However, more than 5 stars, if I could. I don't consider it a porn game. Much more than that. It's a cinematic game with erotic scenes. Great story. All beautiful girls (till now, vote for Catalina, Zoey and Anais... in this order). Precisely the kind of body and face I prefer. My luck, I think. Great draws, realistic style (as needed), fine colours, even the well tasted wardrobe. No need to say more. Everyone has eyes and hears to notice fine art. Even the "Tchan Tchan" of Overture. Obrigado.

awesome setting, vibes, renders, loved the south american setting and people, im brazilian so i really apreciated it, the dialogue also seems quite good! The girls obviously look fantastic and that is my review...

I loved the introduction to characters so far.
Very high quality renders, even the backrounds look good, mind you some lil bugs.
Girls are super hot, MC is a hunk. And they are all very likable.
Even the backround characters have so much depth.
Dialogue is flat sometimes but the story makes up for it.

My only critisims would be; MC acting oblivious to his surroundings, like a classic horror movie victim. Its not so blatantly obvious so far but i can see the signs in there. I hope you can make the MC as smart as possible where all that matters is survival. So i don't feel like a retard reading his lines in my head.
And not only sex scenes but in some regular dialogue scenes aswell, camera angles are a bit weird, Like you are saying you can see she is biting her lips but all i can see his behind, or you are showing me his lips. She is saying she can feel his dick on her ass, all im looking at is his ass. Kinda needs work on that department.

Other than that i love everything about this game so far.
This will take place in my top 10, no contest. You can also have my wallet!
On the side note im very excited about what you are plannig for the pregnancy content. I hope its not some bullshit like its nearing the end of the game, even worse; a fucking slide show or a black screen with text saying "yea you made some bébés" I fucking hate that shit man.
Entire game you struggle, then you finally get to the good part and you get slapped in the face with "The End", its so fucking lame.
Lame as movies fading to black and doing "next day" when the main characters finally get together and start kissing eachother.

I reaaaally hope, this is not gonna be like that and we will get a long ass ending where i finally get to be a father( not like that common whore calling you daddy) and teach my children how to survive in this post apocalyptic world. IF this game can pull this off its gonna be dream come true.

Over all this is gonna be a top tier VN, one of the best on the market i feel like.
Definitely worth your time,money and your first born.
Fire it up no questions asked!

And good luck dev, you are doing gods work

There is some high quality here.
Renders are above average and the models are original, no Daz stock characters here. Also the girls are hot and varied, different body proportions and such.
Storywise is still early but the set up is dystopian setting with zombies, quarentine zones and so on. If you like those themes you will like the game story.
The only downside are some technical issues that need some polishing. Keeping in mind how devs get better with practice this game can turn into one of the best vns out there.

Gonna be real. This exceeded my expectations by a lot. When I completed the update, I wanted more. When I woke up today, I wanted more. Games barely ever do that to me.

Good stuff
1) Protag is fun to play as.
2) Girls are attractive visually & personality-wise. Their facial expressions make the game more immersive.
3) Guys look & act distinct. They aren't the usual bland clones we see in a lot of these adult games.
4) Zombies are a legit threat in this story. They ain't useless Walking Dead zombies.
5) Story is interesting & believable. There aren't any plot holes or dumb memey shit.

Meh stuff
1) First sex scenes menus are a bit annoying. It's been improved in later sex scenes, so it isn't much of an issue.

Bad stuff
1) Nothing yet.

Version 0.0.5.3

An excellent first episode for this post-apocalyptic game.
The story has obviously just began but it's already quite interesting, renders are top notch and the sex scenes are animated.
The characters are very nice, we don't know all the LIs yet but there is some variety in personality and body shape.
The game also features music and sounds during certain scenes.
Well worth a try if you're interested in the genre and even if you're not it may prove a cool experience.

Congratulations to the Dev for the great debut and good luck for the future. Highly recommended.

Pro:

Impressive post-apocalyptic world.

Action-packed scenario.

Good render quality.

Contra:

Animations are revolting. When a human being breathes, it's not like inflating and deflating a sack. So in this game breathing people look like aliens, trying to imitate human body but not knowing human anatomy. And the sound is like some deathbed wheezing.

The creator of this game lacks any sense of proportion or artistic taste. If there's blinking, then it's too much blinking, so it becomes annoying in no time. There are empty black screens or the same animation screens repeated again and again between phrases, so you have to click through a lot, or just turn on skipping through unread text, which I did. So forget about immersion.

Women are nauseating. At least the first one, Anais is suffering from those typical boobs and ass tumors, supposedly to attract immature boys. Together with all the other aesthetic aspects it almost made me quit the game and delete it for good.

The story is idiotic. In particular, the characters act like idiots. When the MC's friends have died, I wondered how they all were able to survive for the previous two years. In reality they would die in the first few days.

Well, if the creator doesn't change their approach, I think this game will remain a low quality mess, never becoming anything decent.

[v0.0.5.3]

Pros: Absolutely blown away by gorgeous renders (Anais is definitely top 5 gorgeous LIs for me now in terms of beauty), writing is decent, around 20min for first chapter which is not too bad considering the beauty of work, Plot definitely has ALOT going for it since it looks like we might be able to become badass down the like working for gangs and such.

Cons: sometimes the bgm didn't match the scene's seriousness, needs a more natural relationship building pace.

Verdict: You should absolutely play it! It's gorgeous and alot of effort went into to. Mob bosses look badass and hope MC gets to become one too..

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

S tier game

Right now it has very little content but it is very high quality. It has enormous potential to be one of the best AVNs. I cannot wait to see where will story takes us. It is very interesting world and setting. MC is very good. LIs (once which were introduces, 2 so far) are very cute.

For me it's a 5 star game. Original characters, scripting along with all the rest. It also is one of the few games that mix in different ethnicity, which is a big plus. The game is still fresh so not a lot of material but enough to discover that you cannot wait for the next release.

One of the most well made games I've ever played. Renders are smoothed and the game plays like a movie render to render. Well thought out plot and set ups and you can really tell the dev cares about his work.

story 5/5 (well thought out story and presentation is just beautiful)
originality 5/5 (can't spoil too much but it is attention grabbing)
renders 5/5 (beautiful and detail oriented renders)
sound/playability 5/5 (appropriate music for each scene which is very rare in my experience)
performance 5/5
bugs 4.5/5 (names weren't matching dialogue for a few renders but no biggie)
animations 5/5 (quite a bit of animations and easy control to replay certain parts)
grammar 4/5 (more noticeable as you play but not a big deal and easily fixable with help)
amount of content 5/5 (considering this just came out, theres quite a bit of content and story already)

All in all, this dev really bumped up the expectations of AVN developing and pushed himself into the forefront of AVN scene. Give it a try and you won't regret it!

My Reaction for this game : Amazing i love it !

★ Gameplay : ✭✭✭✭✰
★ Story : ✭✭✭✭✰
★ Spelling : ✭✭✭✭✰
★ renders : ✭✭✭✭✰
★ Animations: ✭✭✭✭✭
★ Potential : ✭✭✭✭✭
★ Overall : ✭✭✭✭✰
★ Girls physique : ✭✭✭✭✭
★ Graphic : ✭✭✭✭✭
★ Sex Content : ✭✭✭✭✭
★ Creativity :✭✭✭✭✰

Note :

Soon will be one of my Top games 100%

Definitely you should try it .

◉ All the best to the developer .

My impression is in line with Crowangel's review. The dev clearly has outstanding skills to visualize scenes for storytelling and lewd action. Even though pretty much just a tech demo with unpolished dialogues (no not mtr) the result is already far beyond the average renpy avn quality you see on F95. I strongly recommend to follow and if possible support this artist. We can expect great works from him.

Review for v0.1.0.0

I'm conflicted on this one. The game definitely has problems, but at its core there's something fun and relatively unique here that I did find myself enjoying at certain moments.

We play as a young tourist who found themselves stranded in South America when the outbreak hit, sending the world into chaos. It's a different from your usual zombie apocalypse setting. Society hasn't completely collapsed, as things like electricity and cellphone service exist. There's still very populated cities, established governments, and people going about their daily lives. The zombies are closer to mutants with different types and ways they act, which makes them feel like more of a real threat. The setting establishes itself well.

Fresh off a job gone wrong, the central story idea is the MC finding a place to fit somewhere in this new and broken world. We quickly get picked up for an odd job, and ex military guy sees potential in us, and then sort of takes us in under his wing. Plot moves from there. No issues on this front really.

I'd be lying if I told you the writing was stellar, but in the first episode I was able to forgive a lot of problems I had with it. We constantly meet new people, learn more about the world, see some action on these jobs, etc etc. With the South American vibe the game has going, it was a fun start overall.

My main problem during episode one was specifically on relationship development between the MC and the girls. Really, it just doesn't exist. One of those games where you spend a few moments with them and then they just love you. I think that's kinda ass. It wasn't that there was no time with the girls, but because the game is so forward-moving it just doesn't give itself time to develop those characters.

Episode two felt like the game said fuck it though, and just started throwing a bunch of sex scenes at you fuckfest style. The pacing was bad, the relationship development nonexistent, and the sex scenes honestly mid. I don't think the game knows how to handle all the love interests. It's "hey here is a bit about my tragic apocalypse experience now lets fuck." That doesn't do it for me.

Speaking on sex scenes themselves, there's no doubt the characters and renders look good. But I found a lot of the angles used just not very satisfying. Or rather they would be fine if better angles got included with them? Show us the penetration man. I think one scene had a whole blowjob segment where all we watched was the top of a woman's head. Almost every scene felt like this to the point of it being frustrating more than anything for me.

I think this game has a lot of potential to be something great, but the writing is floundering. At present I'll give it the benefit of the doubt and keep this at 4 stars, but if the next episode doesn't noticeably improve I'd drop the rating down. I need more depth to the girls than what I'm getting.

Excellent debut, great visuals and animation..
Needs a good english correctness pass over as there was a great deal of wrongly used words and sentences that didnt flow like dialogue should or there was dialogue that didnt read right (wrong words or spelling)
Overall i'm looking forward to seeing more just dont forget to fine tune the text and maybe make the sex scene guide numbers etc a bit more seeable as a few times it was near invisible to the background art

This review refers to version v.0.01. It focuses mostly on demoing graphics and animations while introducing us into the story.

Graphics and animations are among the best I remember having seen around. The style and quality remind quite a bit of "Life In Santa County".

The story seems interesting enough to make curious on how it will continue. The English is ok enough to be quite understandable but still needs a bit of polish. But the game's dev already stated themselves to get a writer involved next.

This game is definitely on my watch list now.