Honestly. I loved everything about this. The graphics and art were perfect and while the gameplay was a bit simple it was at least enjoyable. My only honest criticism was the length because it seemed like it could go on longer with how simple the games are. I don't know how long I wanted it to be but just longer than what it could have been given the story. My only other gripe is there is no real way to get a game over. I kept on expecting it when I kept screwing up but I didn't get it. It does remind me of another game on steam but this one is different enough to be its own thing. Still this is head and shoulders above most things on here and I hope to see more from you.
Reviews for "8bit Love Story"
very nice game!
Nice, happy little casual game with some good replayability.
Music was juicy too.
Simply fantastic.
To start off, I'm going to address what you said in your description about it being 8-bit. It is 8-bit, and the people who are arguing against it are holding onto their nostalgia. This is a new concept which borrowed points from the 8-bit era, and you're completely right to do it.
This "game"- it actually isn't a game, it's a completely new genre- which is why it's categorized as "Skill-Other". It's a story first, with game elements added to it. The player is supposed to feel emotionally attached to the character they play, despite it not being necessary at all to do well. The game will play itself, but the player does it anyway to interact with the story. The byproduct of this is a greater personal investment into the story. It's a basic story from a broad point of view, but everything within it is a completely original iteration of this. Everything from the main character being a "superhero" overcoming these great obstacles in the name of love, to the fantasy concepts of beating a real demon really personify the narrative of looking and finding love. Love is supposed to be something people would risk-it-all for, and you perfectly present that in a way the audience/player will feel.
It's a completely new experience that is worthy of acclaim. Hopefully others understand it in the way you intended- "8bit Love Story" is nothing short of brilliant.
adorable :)