ok i just finished the game (2/21/2022). i love theo. and i also cant wait for the dance when it comes out!!! im so excited! i played all day lol, its now 11:00 PM and i've been playing for so long, but it was worth it! i plan on playing more in the future!
:Pansexual panic: Love the story! I like how everything is not ONLY about the characters and that it has its own lore such as the murder etc! 10/10 going to my "amazing" collection!
ok I love this game (sadly only able to watch a game play of it Cuz of my stupid laptop) But am I the only one Who literally wanted to slam Theo’s head to the nearest brick wall? Like the desing and everything is good But that “nickname” made me to I want to kill him lol
NNEEEWWWWW CHARACTEEEEERRRRSSSSSS, I LOVE ALL YOU'RE GAMES BTW!!!! Also what are your pronouns? You don't have to answer if you don't want to but I've just been wondering and was using they/them and didn't wanna be rude sooo yeah(sorry for the long comment! Keep up the good work!!!<3)
I like this game so far and how it connects to Cemetry Mary but can be enjoyed on its own. The characters are well written so far and your art has improved from your previous games. The only criticism I have is having to win that character over to progress the story. I think this should be optional so it gives your choices some weight.
So on the plus side this visual novel has an absolutely amazing art style that is easily of the highest quality I've seen outside top tier anime. I'm in love with the visuals of the MC as well as those of several NPC's. In addition, the story that you are expected to follow to progress the narrative is interesting, presenting several mysteries right out the gate to draw your interest.
That leads to the other side of the coin.
On the con side, the presentation of the CYOA format is deceptive. You are required to befriend (Capture their Heart) every NPC you meet along the way before you can progress to the next one. This results in interactions that are forced upon the player and removes any player agency within the story. With no player agency there are no consequences either for your actions other than a hard stop on the progression of the story.
While I will continue to look forward to more chapters, this will take a back burner over other VN style games unless one of two improvements are made. Either add a "Story Mode" that simply tells the story the developer wants told or add player agency that allows you to progress the story without befriending every single person and allow the player to feel the consequences of befriending or not-befriending specific people along the way.
Chapter 3 is finally out I'm so excited!!! (Forgot to post it here :P)
Been wanting for awhile to meet with Mitzi which I must say do not disappoint! Though I feel like this chapter is much easier than the previous other? Perhaps because I'm biased of knowing how the main character act already therefore making choices which is more suitable? Either way yeah, Ollie's chapter soon~
Chapter 4!!! Ollie's route!!! Turns out I like Ollster as a character~ They has quite an interesting personality and also ghost???? I didn't expect another one with such ability??? But yeah!!! Another interesting and fun chapter to explore~ Though it feels a little bit lacking of continuity since the frog didn't gets mentioned at all within the span of two chapter unless you didn't give Ollie the ticket :(
I will admit, it took me this long to figure out that itchio has an actual review feature, but I figure most people are either like me and took a while to realize, or are going to read through comments more than the reviews. So, I'm still going to leave a blurb in the comments about how great this game is. In general, Here for Sweethearts is a sweet (pun absolutely, if poorly, intended) story building off of the creator's previous work, and utilizing the intertwined stories well, while still creating something uniquely interesting. The player isn't given much control over the MC beyond the initial selection and naming them, although that makes sense in a game with clear and well-defined end goals. (I'd also like to note that, just like in every previous game, the creator does a great job of giving the MC personality from the very beginning through a unique character aspect, something which is common throughout all their games, and is a great way to attach an audience to a new character. If you're at all interested in writing, these are fabulous exemplars of how to give not just a story, but a character too, a hook!)
Getting a bit of Theo's history prior to Cemetery Mary was absolutely fun, although the self-contained chapters leave something to be desired. I think that's wholly to be expected, though- after all, the game is subject to more additions, as development continues! Character interaction was, as always, a delight (one might say a D. Light) and the frog is the best favorite character. I certainly might be wrong, here, but I get the vague idea that there's something deeper to be explored with this school, and it seems like the game is shaping up to work that in with the stories of Reginald, Crowven, and Mary from years past. The game is relatively short right now, but as it's fleshed out, I get the idea that Here for Sweethearts is a game with a lovely amount of potential, and I am so excited to see where it, and other projects, go.
Can't wait to see the next chapter! I love it, when I got a third option in "How do you present yourself" I felt very good that someone's thinking 'bout non-binary people! The whole game is amazing! Love it and can't wait to see more chapters! Also don't get in trouble at school c:
OMG! I LOVE THIS GAME, IT IS VERY GOOD AND I LOVE THE STORY, Although I would like there to be an option that allows me to restart everything from the beginning because I want to change "How do you present yourself" but I can't do that- AAAANYYWAAAYS I LOVE THE GAME, AND I LOVE THE DESIGN OF THE CHARACTERS, I CAN'T WAIT TO MAKE A FANART OF THEM AND I CANNOT WAIT TO SEE THE NEXT CHAPTERS
Hello, I enjoyed playing the first two chapters, I've got to say, I love how the characters all look and am interested to see what's in store for the upcoming chapters.
I was wondering how many chapters are you planning to release if it is not too much to ask?
Thank you so much! I currently have about ~16 chapters planned with 12 of those chapters belonging to students, though that number is subject to change depending on multitudes of factors. I do intend to get them all completed, though!
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Just realized Vasilis has aroace clothes! This game is so inclusive and nice and happy and AAAAAAAAA
Vasilis is actually agender and asexual, not aromantic! Sorry for any confusion <3
WOw I am blind
ok i just finished the game (2/21/2022). i love theo. and i also cant wait for the dance when it comes out!!! im so excited! i played all day lol, its now 11:00 PM and i've been playing for so long, but it was worth it! i plan on playing more in the future!
one month anniversary for comment
listen... i myself am not attracted to women... actually attracted to every other gender... but netina is an exception to that rule.
Does anyone know where the save file is so I can delete it? I don't understand the renpy website.
Saves are stored in the balls
:Pansexual panic: Love the story! I like how everything is not ONLY about the characters and that it has its own lore such as the murder etc! 10/10 going to my "amazing" collection!
Somebody help because idk how to start the game all of those files cuz not even the game one wont do anything
Have you already extracted the file? if you already did well crap.
Well Idk But Then I hope not
If it isn't extracted yet right click the file then click "Extract All..."
ok I love this game (sadly only able to watch a game play of it Cuz of my stupid laptop) But am I the only one Who literally wanted to slam Theo’s head to the nearest brick wall? Like the desing and everything is good But that “nickname” made me to I want to kill him lol
the "pretty-boy" nickname ? (i choosed being masculine so i think we didn't get the same thing lol-)
OMG XD
THAT SCENE THO- BAHHAHAHAH
I chose being androgynous so i got "sweet-thing" and.. idk how i feel about it
i chose being feminine and i got "baby doll". honestly i dont hate theo or nicknames so i see it as a win
ok its your opinion I actually cryed cuz of laughing, ofc at the hardest when Theo just came in the headmisstress's office as the father
omg yeah that part was so funny XD!!
"Each chapter is about 10-15 minutes"
Hun, I don't read much faster than I can type, don't count on it
I JUST HAD GAY PANICS OVER CROWVEN-
HELP
ive been stuck on crowven for the past 3 days! ive tried all the possible routes but i cants get anythingg :(
AHA NVM I WAS JUST TOO IMPATIENT LMAO
I adore this game. Is there some sort of discord server or anything similar for this game or any of your others?
Thank you!! I don't have any official discord servers at the moment, but I do believe that some exist that you might find if you go looking! <3
You should make one! Sorry I just really love this game lol
I am in LOVE with this game(and netina)<3 I hope there is more soon!
when will there be an Android version available? :[
My gay ass is head over heels for ollie [sob] [sob]
I cant wait for more aaaaaaaaaaa! (//>_<//)
I love ollie
I want to hug them
what i thought was funny is that my friend is named ollie and they go by they/them lmao
Ooooh finally new chapter with ma boy Crowvewve *sniff* *tears*
So proud of him sacrificing us at any given moment.
ALSO FROGGIE IS BACK GENTLE AMIGO YEAHHHHHHHHHH
AETHER WEST CAN SUCK MY FROG
IF U DON'T GET MORE CROWVEN I WILL SUE YOU-
But aside from that, amazing!! hope to see more crowven and theo besties duo moments!!
NNEEEWWWWW CHARACTEEEEERRRRSSSSSS, I LOVE ALL YOU'RE GAMES BTW!!!! Also what are your pronouns? You don't have to answer if you don't want to but I've just been wondering and was using they/them and didn't wanna be rude sooo yeah(sorry for the long comment! Keep up the good work!!!<3)
Thank you so much!! <3 I go by she/her :-) Thank you for asking!
Thank you for telling me bc I didn't wanna be rude<3(surprised you even saw my comment lol)
I don't know why but I love the Headmistress so much, she's so pretty and I love how she acts idk jsjsjs
Cool game btw I'm excited for more chapters!
OMG WOW CROWVEN AND VASILIS ARE AVAILABLE NOW!! IM SO EXCITED TO PLAY THIS GAME AGAIN
is there any way to remove the way when you start it goes back even though you havent saved yet i pressed i want to change my name
I think the only way to change your name is by deleting your save data
I liked old style more, but... everything changes i guess...
This is super cute! the queer coded clothing is amazing. ^^
Theodore is definitely my favorite, hehehe.
I like this game so far and how it connects to Cemetry Mary but can be enjoyed on its own. The characters are well written so far and your art has improved from your previous games. The only criticism I have is having to win that character over to progress the story. I think this should be optional so it gives your choices some weight.
So far a really nice game
i just finished the game! i really love it! i really love the artstyle. great job!! im looking forward to the future chapters <3
So on the plus side this visual novel has an absolutely amazing art style that is easily of the highest quality I've seen outside top tier anime. I'm in love with the visuals of the MC as well as those of several NPC's. In addition, the story that you are expected to follow to progress the narrative is interesting, presenting several mysteries right out the gate to draw your interest.
That leads to the other side of the coin.
On the con side, the presentation of the CYOA format is deceptive. You are required to befriend (Capture their Heart) every NPC you meet along the way before you can progress to the next one. This results in interactions that are forced upon the player and removes any player agency within the story. With no player agency there are no consequences either for your actions other than a hard stop on the progression of the story.
While I will continue to look forward to more chapters, this will take a back burner over other VN style games unless one of two improvements are made. Either add a "Story Mode" that simply tells the story the developer wants told or add player agency that allows you to progress the story without befriending every single person and allow the player to feel the consequences of befriending or not-befriending specific people along the way.
Chapter 3 is finally out I'm so excited!!! (Forgot to post it here :P)
Been wanting for awhile to meet with Mitzi which I must say do not disappoint! Though I feel like this chapter is much easier than the previous other? Perhaps because I'm biased of knowing how the main character act already therefore making choices which is more suitable? Either way yeah, Ollie's chapter soon~
Chapter 4!!! Ollie's route!!! Turns out I like Ollster as a character~ They has quite an interesting personality and also ghost???? I didn't expect another one with such ability??? But yeah!!! Another interesting and fun chapter to explore~ Though it feels a little bit lacking of continuity since the frog didn't gets mentioned at all within the span of two chapter unless you didn't give Ollie the ticket :(
Don't worry I promise froggy-friend will return <3
I will admit, it took me this long to figure out that itchio has an actual review feature, but I figure most people are either like me and took a while to realize, or are going to read through comments more than the reviews. So, I'm still going to leave a blurb in the comments about how great this game is. In general, Here for Sweethearts is a sweet (pun absolutely, if poorly, intended) story building off of the creator's previous work, and utilizing the intertwined stories well, while still creating something uniquely interesting. The player isn't given much control over the MC beyond the initial selection and naming them, although that makes sense in a game with clear and well-defined end goals. (I'd also like to note that, just like in every previous game, the creator does a great job of giving the MC personality from the very beginning through a unique character aspect, something which is common throughout all their games, and is a great way to attach an audience to a new character. If you're at all interested in writing, these are fabulous exemplars of how to give not just a story, but a character too, a hook!)
Getting a bit of Theo's history prior to Cemetery Mary was absolutely fun, although the self-contained chapters leave something to be desired. I think that's wholly to be expected, though- after all, the game is subject to more additions, as development continues! Character interaction was, as always, a delight (one might say a D. Light) and the frog is the best favorite character. I certainly might be wrong, here, but I get the vague idea that there's something deeper to be explored with this school, and it seems like the game is shaping up to work that in with the stories of Reginald, Crowven, and Mary from years past. The game is relatively short right now, but as it's fleshed out, I get the idea that Here for Sweethearts is a game with a lovely amount of potential, and I am so excited to see where it, and other projects, go.
Ollie is so adorable!!! I love them!!!
Can't wait to see the next chapter! I love it, when I got a third option in "How do you present yourself" I felt very good that someone's thinking 'bout non-binary people! The whole game is amazing! Love it and can't wait to see more chapters! Also don't get in trouble at school c:
mm very nice :)
Cool, can't wait for the new character!
Hello, I enjoyed playing the first two chapters, I've got to say, I love how the characters all look and am interested to see what's in store for the upcoming chapters.
I was wondering how many chapters are you planning to release if it is not too much to ask?
Thank you so much! I currently have about ~16 chapters planned with 12 of those chapters belonging to students, though that number is subject to change depending on multitudes of factors. I do intend to get them all completed, though!
good visual novel :)