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[bynevaska]

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Heyo! This is the progress of my setup. I think it’s the cutest thing ever! ⋆. 𐙚 ˚

#setup

[biscuit1010]

Hello!

I finally managed to get Ykmet. Avoiding the spoilers for a week that was really hard. I already played some of it and got majority of the endings, I can’t wait to unlock memelord mode, I’m very excited what will happen there. Gatobob really did amazing work and I’m also glad she is doing better now.

The Artstyle is very great and I fell in love with ren all over again. He is such a cutie, especially when he helps us with medicine (>/////<) ♡

[He’s so cuteeeee ₍₍⚞(˶˃ ꒳ ˂˶)⚟⁾⁾ ]

[shifty733]

Pikuniku (2019) Review?

A 7-year-old shows up at the local anti-corporate protest. Understandably, the other people there are curious and ask them why they wanted to come, to which the child responds "Pikuniku taught me the way, down with Mr. Sunshine!" Thank you Pikuniku.

7.5/10

[y-owieee]

Lucky Dog 1 BL VN Review – Should You Play It?

Introduction

Lucky Dog 1 is a BL visual novel created by Tennouji, often considered a classic alongside DRAMAtical Murder. Originally released in 2009 in Japanese, the game is now officially available in English thanks to MangaGamer, both on their website and on Steam. After years of waiting, fans can finally experience this iconic title legally and in full.

Premise

The story follows Giancarlo “Gian” Bourbon del Monte, famous for his lucky streaks and jailbreaks. At the start, Gian is in prison once again, but this time, the four mafia capos of the CR:5 family are imprisoned alongside him. Gian is tasked with breaking them out. If successful, he’ll earn the title of “Lucky Dog” and become the next leader.

Love Interests

Each capo is a romance option, each with unique personalities and storylines:

Giulio: quiet, unhinged killer with a puppy side for Gian.

Bernardo: dependable, rational, and Gian’s closest friend.

Ivan: hotheaded, brash, and the youngest; a tsundere type.

Luchino: mature, charismatic, and popular with women.

Routes include “good” endings, normal endings, and plenty of bad endings, making choices impactful and sometimes deadly.

Spoiler Section & Personal Experience

I first played Lucky Dog 1 years ago in Japanese and loved its mix of mafia crime, action, and BL romance. When the English release finally arrived, I knew I had to play again.

I went in with this order: Giulio → Bernardo → Ivan → Luchino.

Gian (Protagonist)

One of the most refreshing BL protagonists. Gian is charming, witty, and surprisingly carefree despite his constant arrests. Across routes, his growth is satisfying: from doubting himself as leader to embracing his role as CR:5’s captain.

Giulio

My first (and favorite) route. Cold, unstable, and feared by others and yet completely devoted to Gian. His “killer puppy” personality shift was both unsettling and adorable. His route is intense but also heart-melting.

Bernardo

Packed with weighty drama and several bad endings. Bernardo hides deep burdens, and seeing him finally open up to Gian was powerful. His good ending felt earned and touching.

Ivan

Initially my least favorite, since tsunderes and “rowdy idiots” don’t usually appeal to me, especially with his early homophobia and immaturity. But Ivan’s route surprised me. I laughed the most here, and watching him reluctantly warm to Gian (and Gian learning to trust him) was rewarding. By the end, Ivan won me over.

Luchino

The route I dreaded but ended up enjoying. His tragic past with his wife and child, plus his womanizing introduction, made me wary. But his development was strong, with Gian helping him finally break free from his grief. The unexpected plot twist near the end sealed the deal as one of the better storylines.

Special Mention: Bakshi

Though mainly the antagonist and more prominent in Bad Egg (the fandisc/DLC), Bakshi’s flamboyant and wild personality is unforgettable. Even as an NPC in Lucky Dog 1, he stands out every time he appears.

Criticism

My biggest complaint: non-consensual scenes. Gian repeatedly mentions being assaulted by the guys, which felt unnecessary. Even if they’re mafia members, I would have preferred routes where intimacy was built on trust and consent.

Ratings

Gameplay: Standard VN clicking/reading, but with meaningful choices, tons of bad ends, and replay value. ~30+ hours.

Price: Fair — BL VNs often cost $30–40+, so the price point is solid.

Characters: Diverse cast; even if one doesn’t appeal, there’s likely a favorite for every player.

Art: Classic BL art style from the 2000s. Aged, but stylish and still attractive.

Music: Memorable OST — catchy, atmospheric, and instantly recognizable.

Story: Strong mix of mafia action, steamy romance, and surprisingly deep lore.

Final Verdict

Lucky Dog 1 is a classic for a reason. It’s action-packed, full of memorable characters, and blends mafia intrigue with BL romance in a way few other games do. The English release is a gift for fans who’ve been waiting over a decade.

I strongly recommend it to BL VN fans and even to players new to the genre. If you enjoy crime drama, found-family dynamics, or unpredictable routes, Lucky Dog 1 is worth your time.

Verdict: Absolutely yes! Play it!

I also hope MangaGamer brings over the fandisc Bad Egg, which expands routes and introduces new love interests. Until then, Lucky Dog 1 stands tall as one of the best mafia BL visual novels ever released.

[metamorphosis-markets]

Who is this game primarily for?

For primarily ages 15-25 who are looking for a low budget and a short yet fun and unique game play experience!!

[kierancampire]

Spoiler warning for The Last of Us Part 2

So my experience with this game was this:

I tried plating TLoU 1 many years ago, couldn't get past the beginning essentially, wanted to love it but said it was too hard for me, but I watched multiple playthroughs of it. Then 2 came out, and I heard all about Joel dying, after many years I finally found someone to watch play it, and I almost cried multiple times throughout, as initially I hated Abby, but learning more about her, her story, and what you do to her and the people she cared about, I understood her, and thought she even had reserve where Ellie didn't. And that ending fight, I almost cried and said "I don't want to do this" as Ellie didn't want to kill her

Thing is, the person I watched play it was around my skill level, so seeing she beat it gave me hope. After some time I played 1, finally beat it, then 2 was added to PS+ finally, and i finally played it myself

Thing is, obviously yeah I know the story, I know what happens, I know that near nobody survived, I knew when the boss encounters were coming, I knew when to prepare. Yet even still, I felt so invested in the characters, the story, everything. And you know how I nearly cried watching someone play it? Well this time I actually did. Playing it myself, during the ending I cried, I full on cried. I knew what was coming, knew how it happened, yet I still cried. I do not get how people hate this game or want Abby dead, I just think they are stupid and emotionally immature. Like I am pretty sure Jesse even spells it out at one point essentially being like "So she was after Joel for something you both did, now you're after her for what she did to him, when does it end?"

Also, while I didn't really struggle at all with the game, I had the odd death here and there, i did alright. But man. The section where you play as Abby and need to attack Ellie in the theatre, I think I was doing that for 30-45 minutes, that one section kicked my ass. I ended up playing it for around 28 hours according to PlayStation. I am glad I played and beat this for myself finally, but yeah, I'm just still sorta feeling sad from the ending. It isn't worth it and isn't happy. Ellie loses everything because she couldn't let go, even when she had it all. And while Abby has Lev, she lost nearly everything too

Final thing I'll say, I played this all unaided, and even though I felt I explored every area, I apparently missed a decent amount of things. I got every safe, workbench, weapon, training manual, and the ring. But yeah, i missed a decent amount of collectibles, but i am happy i got a lot of them still. It's 7:20 pm now, I am glad I finished this before bed, but yeah, it's a great game, it is beautiful and fun to play. It is just a very sad game too

[latoxxxica]

[jigglyvenec0]

hi hi. i'm josé, and i'm a videogame lover from venezuela. and yes, i'm gæ as fvck

i created this account mostly to talk and register the videogames i've been playing recently. i will write reviews and all that stuff

for my first post i just wanted to share with you my top 10 (currently) favorite games ever. i'm a big fan of jrpgs, fighting games, card games and cozy games

hope this find the right people to follow and share my experiences while playing