Doki Doki Literature Club Plus!

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  • Summary: Welcome to the club! Write poems for your crush and experience the terror of school romance in this critically-acclaimed psychological horror story.

    Enter the #1 Psychological Horror Experience! Welcome to a terrifying world of poetry and romance! Write poems for your crush and erase    Welcome to the club! Write poems for your crush and experience the terror of school romance in this critically-acclaimed psychological horror story.

    Enter the #1 Psychological Horror Experience!

    Welcome to a terrifying world of poetry and romance! Write poems for your crush and erase any mistakes along the way to ensure your perfect ending. Now’s your chance to discover why DDLC is one of the most beloved psychological horror games of the decade!

    You play as the main character, who reluctantly joins the Literature Club in search of a romantic interest. With every poem you write and every choice you make, you’ll charm your crush and begin to unfold the horrors of school romance. Do you have what it takes to crack the code of dating sims and get the perfect ending?

    Now, the original mind-shattering DDLC experience is packed with tons of new features and content exclusive to Doki Doki Literature Club Plus!    … Expand

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Pure Playstation
    Jun 30, 2021
    90
    Don’t judge a book by its cover, especially when you’re part of a literature club. Doki Doki Literature Club Plus! brings the cult classic back with improved visuals and six enduring side stories that explore the characters’ backdrops. What first may appear as a lighthearted dating simulator will quickly spiral into a psychological horror experience that will leave a lasting impression on anyone who plays it.
  2. GameSpew
    Jun 30, 2021
    80
    If you’re a visual novel fan, or at least open to them, you should definitely give Doki Doki Literature Club Plus! a try. What initially seems like a fairly run-of-the-mill dating visual novel soon takes a turn, and from there you’re left on the edge of your seat, wondering what’s going to happen next. It won’t be for everyone thanks to its subject matter and the fact that it is indeed a visual novel, but those who do venture out of their comfort zones and see it through to its end will no doubt find it to be a memorable experience.
  3. PlayStation LifeStyle
    Jun 30, 2021
    80
    Doki Doki Literature Club works best if you go into it knowing nothing about it. It’s still a visual novel dating sim, and the Plus! version really doubles down on the visual novel aspect, but it breaks the status quo and does the unexpected, making a deeply disturbing psychological horror game out of something that looks cute and adorable on the surface. The console version diminishes some of what made the PC version’s twist work so well, a necessary sacrifice to get the game to a wider audience. And if you are just looking to return to this world and these characters, Doki Doki Literature Club Plus! feels like the version that was made for the fans.
  4. PLAY
    Jul 28, 2021
    80
    More than just Monika – this tuned-up 8 console release makes DDLC worth any visual novel fan’s time. The story’s darker than the graphics suggest. [Issue#4, p.91]
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  5. Push Square
    Jun 30, 2021
    70
    Doki Doki Literature Club is still a fantastic visual novel, but the Plus version on PS5 struggles to find a purpose besides being a new way to play the original. Existing fans will appreciate some of the new content, such as the side stories and concept art, but locking the content behind multiple playthroughs of a game that loses its appeal after the first time around is a tough pill to swallow. On the other hand, newcomers have no reason to play this version instead of the freeware PC release, since some core PC features were compromised for this port. Doki Doki Literature Club Plus is still a great experience that should be played by anyone remotely interested, but this specific version struggles to be a worthwhile purchase for any fan, new or old.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 11
  3. Negative: 1 out of 11
  1. StriderKiwi
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    For what is a technically simple game, this is one of the most memorable gaming experiences I've ever had. It made me experience feelings IFor what is a technically simple game, this is one of the most memorable gaming experiences I've ever had. It made me experience feelings I never thought possible from a video game. If you like this type of genre, or are looking for a one of a kind gaming experience, this is a must. Unfortunately I can't talk about the best part of the game because it's one of those where the less you know the better.… Expand
  2. Irnman1704
    May 3, 2023
    9
    Mentally fcked right now
    Very cool game dialoges are suprisingly good when you acctually read them.
  4. Poulethardstyle
    Dec 4, 2022
    9
    Outstanding experience because yes... It's a deep experience before being a game. You have to live it to understand all the messages includedOutstanding experience because yes... It's a deep experience before being a game. You have to live it to understand all the messages included in this title. I tried and i took a Big slap because im a father and when we have 32 we dont get the same messages. Powerful. Thank you for this. Hope another one like DDLC. Sensitive souls refrain.… Expand
  5. Breikzer
    Jul 13, 2021
    9
    This game is amazing.

    It is a charming and beautiful game, which from one moment to another becomes a true horror game that will leave you    This game is amazing.

    It is a charming and beautiful game, which from one moment to another becomes a true horror game that will leave you thinking about the decisions you have made.

    It is very worth playing it, if you like graphic novels or horror games you will like Doki Doki a lot, unless you don't like reading, because the game has too much dialogue between the characters, so you better go prepared.    … Expand
  6. iMustang
    Jan 15, 2022
    8
    Going into Doki Doki Literature Club, I knew one of the biggest spoilers (if not arguably the biggest one), and was worried it would hinderGoing into Doki Doki Literature Club, I knew one of the biggest spoilers (if not arguably the biggest one), and was worried it would hinder the enjoyment of the game for me. To my delightful surprise and amazement, I absolutely loved this neat project made with a lot of thought and passion. This is definitely not a game for everyone, but the subtle storytelling kept me coming back with interest to try and theorize over every bit that was happening and I was still surprised at the end. Not much I can say about this game except I really did enjoy it and recommend it so long as you can handle a fun horror experience.… Expand
  7. ihearthawthats
    Jan 18, 2022
    8
    Hours Played: 4 Hours
    Trophy Completion: 5/19 (17%)
    Worth My Time: Yes, at least one playthrough. Worth My Money: Yes, to support the    Hours Played: 4 Hours
    Trophy Completion: 5/19 (17%)

    Worth My Time: Yes, at least one playthrough.
    Worth My Money: Yes, to support the devs.

    What I Like: Keeps you on the edge of your seat

    What I Dislike: Not much replay value.

    How It Stacks Up: A unique take on the dating sim/visual novel genre. Reminds me of 13 Sentinels but at the same time, it's almost completely opposite to that game. There's not much game to be had here, but it's a worthwhile experience that can be finished in one sitting.    … Expand
  8. knur
    Sep 25, 2022
    2
    What is special about this game is the breaking of the 4th wall in a similar manner as in Undertale/Pony Island/Inscryption. But that's prettyWhat is special about this game is the breaking of the 4th wall in a similar manner as in Undertale/Pony Island/Inscryption. But that's pretty much it. The writing was bad, the characters bland, and the story uninteresting. I had to force myself through this game and I was only disappointed in the end. The only case I can imagine when someone leaves a positive review on this game is if it was their first experience in this game's shock methods (breaking of the 4th wall) or maybe they didn't finish high school yet and somehow are impressed with forced edginess.… Expand

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