Shadow Among Nove

The story is okay, even if a bit clunky to read the Eng translation (I started skimming it). The character designs of the guys are attractive, and there's a number of possible sex scenes between them with CGs. I found the mini-game element to be a bit annoying myself but it wasn't too hard to clear. Basically at each town/planet the love interest tasks MC to earn a certain amount of money in a certain time frame. Any money you have left over from previous places also counts for that total though. You have to click on various places in the town to either find bounty targets or people who have side quests to complete. While also having limited energy per day and it not being very clear what day or time the NPCs you need are going to exist at those locations. You can also try to play gambling games with the love interest on the ship if you feel lucky (or chat/drink with him but you have to pay for the drinks)

Shadow Among Nove is a story-driven science-fiction visual novel developed by Ohms and BlueBerry 藍莓社 and published by BlueBerry 藍莓社. Set in a future where humanity struggles with a severe fuel shortage, the game presents a compelling narrative that combines mystery, survival, and romance against the backdrop of a troubled solar system. The story begins with the protagonist encountering a dangerous stranger aboard a spacecraft, a meeting that immediately establishes tension and uncertainty. From this intriguing premise, the narrative unfolds into a journey filled with secrets, emotional discoveries, and difficult choices. The game's greatest strength lies in its storytelling. Rather than relying on action or complex gameplay systems, Shadow Among Nove focuses on character development and narrative progression. The relationship between the main characters serves as the emotional core of the experience. What begins as a forced and uneasy partnership gradually develops into a deeper connection as both individuals reveal their motivations, fears, and hidden pasts. The writing takes its time building trust between the characters, making the romantic elements feel natural and believable …

The biggest surprise for me was definitely 7. He's dangerous, unstable, and somehow impossible to resist. As the story unfolds and reveals the effects of the drug on him, the constant sense that he could lose control at any moment becomes incredibly compelling. The relationship development feels natural, and several endings left a strong impression on me. I immediately wanted to replay the game after finishing it.

The sci-fi setting is very interesting, the story is quite engaging, the character designs are great, I love their love-hate relationship, and the game's ending is very romantic.

The setup is thrilling. The opening of being stranded on a spaceship and held at gunpoint is full of suspense. Bounties and relationship mechanics bring diverse choices, and the choice between trust and escape makes the multiple endings truly compelling.

The game's plot design is decent, with quite a few branches to choose from that affect subsequent outcomes. The bounty system is relatively well-developed, which enhances the game's replayability. The quality of the CGs is also quite impressive, and the overall gaming experience is pretty good