Hakuoki: Memories of the Shinsengumi

 3DS
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
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  1. Eurogamer
    Mar 6, 2014
    90
    The translators and proofreaders have done an excellent job conveying both meaning and emotion through text. The music is cute, and the art is simple and beautiful. This game is so worth its eShop price.
  2. EGM
    Oct 23, 2013
    80
    Hakuoki: Memories of the Shinsengumi brings the world of Japanese girls’ romance games to English-speaking 3DS owners in a game that’s a fascinating experience into typically uncharted gaming territory.
  3. NintendoWorldReport
    Oct 9, 2013
    80
    It may not provide the technical challenge other video games boast, but for anyone who enjoys a different, more story-centric style, there are few other places to look.
  5. Pocket Gamer UK
    Oct 4, 2013
    80
    It's not a game for everyone, but even those outside of the targeted demographic will treasure Hakuoki if they allow themselves to fall into the story.
  6. Hardcore Gamer
    Oct 1, 2013
    80
    Hakuoki: Memories of the Shinsengumi is an excellent example of how to pen a visual novel without a horrific female lead, and an intriguing tale to boot. This is a gripping read, with the mystery surrounding Chizuru’s father taking center stage rather than the romance plots.
  7. 3DJuegos
    Mar 7, 2014
    79
    An intense and unique romantic Japanese graphic novel based upon the world of Hakuoki. Not for every player, we guess.

Awards & Rankings

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#22 Best 3DS Game of 2013
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#47 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2013
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#21 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2013

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 20 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 20
  3. Negative: 3 out of 20
  1. TheTokenFemale
    Sep 27, 2014
    8
    I've just finished playing one of the story arcs for this game and just started on the second (Have completed HiJikata's route and startedI've just finished playing one of the story arcs for this game and just started on the second (Have completed HiJikata's route and started Saito's) . I found it quirky - very different to what I'd normally play, but ultimately lots of fun, The plot is intriguing and I really loved the characters. The choose your own adventure style play was great and I like that each choice leads you down a radically different path after chapter. Personally, I found the whole thing with the war a bit tedious and would have been happier if the story had just dealt with the Fury corps and kept the story in Kyoto. They over egged the pudding a bit in my opinion.
    If you're expecting actually game play(in all honesty all you do is read text, press A and occasionally make a decision) then this probably isn't the game for you. However I would still highly recommend    … Full Review »
  2. tomatosoupcan
    Dec 29, 2013
    8
    Yes, this game is for a very particular target market. But this target market (at least myself) has been craving for a dating sim with men inYes, this game is for a very particular target market. But this target market (at least myself) has been craving for a dating sim with men in it, *actually* useful vampires and samurai in english! Who can resist a hot samurai male who will protect you from harms way? I for one, simply can't. Art is amazing, character design typical but nonetheless detailed and amazing and the storyline is just really enjoyable.

    8/10 awesome game however not for everyone.    … Full Review »
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