Tengoku Struggle

The focus of the game is definitely romance and the storyline is pretty barebones. Rather than getting closer to the LI’s through plot progression, it’s more like plot progression happens by getting closer to the LI’s. But it is seriously solid entertainment, covers some surprisingly dark themes, and I found it hard to put down. Soundtrack slaps and CGs are equally sweet & spicy. I’d recommend it for people like me who just love getting to know the characters, and love camaraderie & slice-of-life moments, and I wouldn’t recommend it for anyone who loves story-heavy plots. Lastly, even as someone who’s sick of all the Goemon Ishikawa’s out there, I would die for this one 🥺🫶

I've been trying to catch up with all the otome games I have on hold to play, but I had to get this one when it finally released! I usually love AKSYS games and they always tend to do well with the storyline and inclusiveness in decisions. The beginning was a bit slow to get through for me personally because I'm a sucker for the romance, however the introduction stages are kind of necessary to get background for Goemon's route. I haven't fully played through and unlocked all character so I can't say much more. The good thing is that once you finish the prologue and get to the main choices of love interest page, you can always go back to each stage from the main menu page to select. Also the art and voice acting is great!

I really loved this game. While it has some flaws, and the common route was long, the romances with every single one of the guys was amazing. This is the only otome game where I can’t choose a favorite route because I love them all. Yes, there are flaws in the plot, but romancing each of these guys was so much better than in other otome games. And their backstories are just so emotional. The chemistry is so good. The CGs are beautiful. It’s a really immersive game.

The media could not be loaded. First of all, I pre ordered and I got all the cards! The box is a little creased on the sides but still good!Now review: Overall score 7.5/10It's not a bad game but I didn't enjoy the story as much as I thought I would. For me when it comes to otome games, it's mostly about the characters first and the plot second. But the story could not be ignored as it felt like the first otome game where I was kind of confused on reading.The plot revolves around basically giving you a serious mission then just being lazy about it. Example, I kept asking myself"why aren't the villains doing anything after the prologue?"They set up this somewhat serious plot about how it's important to get these prisoners back to hell. But it just comes off as super slow paced, or then when the game is trying to not slow down, there's not enough dialgue explained for certain scenes.Example: the mc got hurt in Jack's route over some coffee but I didn't pick that up in the scene until later, it just happened like"ouch!" Says mc."Are you alright?" Explains Jack.Then bam, CG time!"Forget the coffee! Jacks staring at me! Omg!" Says mc basically lol.You get a lot of small scenes like that, not a big Issue but it does take me some time to go like "okay, what happened?"As for the story, it's not just about them chilling and being easy going is that bothers me, in fact they mention in game they thought they'd be fighting a lot. Which, is taken as a joke but maybe would've benefited the plot.It's cute to spend time with the guy you like, infact that's what is needed plotwise to strengthen the "blood bond". however the writing suffers because of it. Waiting around for the villans to do anything is kind of boring.You start to question and realize things like "why are people bothered by Kiku's ears if they know that people from hell roam around the city?""Why are people still surpised when they see someone is from hell chilling? Shouldn't teachings of hell be taught in school if it's so common to see someone from hell after they served their time?"I have more questions but these are just some that really break the world building, which imo is sparse in this game.NOW our Handsome guys!I am team Yona and nothing else!! 🤚😤🤚But seriously, the cast isn't bad, just kind of alight for me. I think everyone is going to like Goemon the most but Jack and Yona are my favorites. Sharaku can be kind of pushy but sweet and Kiku tho cute dog boy needed more dog boy moments.Heard this is from the same creators of Olympia soiree, which I enjoyed but had way too many flashbacks. If that game had too much story/flashbacks then this game doesn't have enough.Overall cute! But I'd wait for a sale if you're not in a hurry right now for otome hunting. Still reccomend!

This was so much fun! Goemon's become one of my favorite love interests ever.I do feel like the pacing was kind of off at points, but honestly, the characters made up for that for me.

I loved the story and the art and the music. All the character routes were really good and I had alot of fun playing it. I'd recommend it to anyone who likes playing games like this.

Came with some cool cards. Excited to play this one!!

Came packaged well, and came with some rad cards.