Sucker for Love: First Date

 PC
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. Checkpoint Gaming
    Feb 2, 2022
    70
    Sucker for Love: First Date is a really clever melding of both horror and romance that takes a totally different route from other popular genre mashes like Doki Doki Literature Club. A wonderful dash of comedy imbues the game with an extra layer of goodness. The game managed to make me scared and laugh at the same time, so it’s such a shame that glitches are still ever-present because they really drag the experience down. I hope that Sucker for Love: Second Date may come out someday, expanding on the very solid foundation to make something even better. Oh, and to give me more unknowable horrors to kiss, of course.
  2. Destructoid
    Jan 20, 2022
    70
    If we take our eyes off what the P.E.N.I.S. is suggesting for a minute, Sucker for Love is a wholly enjoyable experience. The writing is hilarious and clever; especially a treat for anyone who has a Necronomicon on their shelf. Its approach to the genre is completely irreverent, and it pulls it off so well it’s flattering. It’s certainly not the longest visual novel you will find, but it’s worth forfeiting your sanity to summon. Just beware of the bugs that crawl beneath its skin.
  3. Noisy Pixel
    Jan 24, 2022
    60
    Sucker For Love stands out for its bold premise and talented voice work, but aside from that, it can be a chore to actually play through. Its gameplay feels like padding to its core, and the writing, while occasionally humorous, presents itself as unfocused. The lack of grace with tonal balance ultimately makes this title a questionable venture that is best perceived as an entertaining experiment and nothing more. Still, its price point is fair, so if you’re moderately intrigued by what this game offers, it’s worth giving it a shot.
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  1. Rock, Paper, Shotgun
    Jan 27, 2022
    In the end, if what you wanted was a traditional dating sim populated with (in Akabaka's own inspired words) Cthulhu-presenting anime girls, Sucker For Love may not be exactly what you were hoping for. But if you want a one-and-done horror visual novel that knows its lore, revels in gore, and just might surprise you with a genuine sweet moment or two along the way, then there are many worse ways to spend an afternoon and a few quid.

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User Score
8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 16 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 16
  3. Negative: 1 out of 16
  1. MrDesmit
    Feb 11, 2022
    10
    Just absolutely perfect!!!!!
    This is the kind of game creativity, that the industry is currently lacking!
  2. Rydog320
    Feb 13, 2022
    10
    This game has changed my worldview on games, it is one of the best visual novel dating simulators I have ever played. Before I thought onlyThis game has changed my worldview on games, it is one of the best visual novel dating simulators I have ever played. Before I thought only traditional characters could be attractive, but now I realize I was wrong. This is not only just a good game but a master piece, if there's some more polishing done I would give it an 11/10. The creativity and voice acting is perfect!… Full Review »
  3. SenorNugNug
    Feb 13, 2022
    10
    Oh my god Hastur and Nyanthotep are amazing additions. I really hope there is dlc or even another game after this.
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