this short review refers to v.0.0.5 of “The Tribe,” written and developed by Foxyghost.
Since this is a short introductory demo, there isn’t much to review yet, so I’ll try to pen down my impressions.
Plot/Story
• still quite foundational; yet, the Dev does a good job revealing the reality MC wakes up in and establishing the world’s lore as well as the characters’ personas.
VN/Game Mechanics
• although clearly a VN, there are some player interactions, which makes the playing experience much more interesting.
The Characters
• MC isn’t the average 12 year old spoiled brat we tend to see in several VNs/Games around — for me, a major plus. Regardless of player’s age and/or culture, s/he can easily relate to the MC.
• Anshi, the Fox-ette, is an adorable character — quite hot, too.
Art (drawings and music)
• I hope my comment doesn’t provoke a quarrel, but the BG art (mainly the depiction of the surrounding world) appears to be A.I. generated; even though, it’s beautiful and professionally produced.
• so far, the music is a calm nylon guitar loop with a soundtrack layer bedding. It’s soothing and dresses the demo quite well.
Final Considerations (T.L./D.R.)
I rate it a straight four-star.
• The VN/Game is impressively well-developed, but there is clearly room for improvement.
• I’ll second the comment about the need of a good proofreader.
• I’m looking forward to read/play further chapters.
I hope this helps