Just Deserts is a visual novel and dating sim game developed by Vifth Floor. It mixes romance and sci-fi action in the middle of an alien invasion, creating a unique visual novel experience. Let’s dive in!
Love and War
Imagine this, you’re assigned as a soldier to protect the city from alien attacks, but at the same time… you’re trying to get closer to the cute girls in your team. Who in their right mind would flirt during a war? Well, that’s exactly the charm of Just Deserts, a visual novel and dating sim rolled into one.
The game lets you experience this weird yet fun combination. You’ll be shooting aliens by day, and shooting your shot with waifus by night. With five main heroines to romance, every interaction has its own style, challenge, and ending. The story itself is lighthearted, but that’s exactly what makes it relaxing yet still intriguing to follow.
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From Battlefield to Lovefield
As the player, you’ll take on the role of an elite soldier tasked with defending the city from alien forces. But it turns out, your duty isn’t just about fighting off invaders and staying alive.
Between missions, you’ll also need to manage your energy, train your stats, and spend time bonding with your female squadmates. So, imagine this, military drills in the morning, and casual dri-.. dates at night, it’s a weirdly fun combination.
What makes Just Deserts stand out is how it blends two completely different worlds, warfare and romance. And here, they actually connect. You’ll train to boost your abilities, earn money to buy gear, and choose dialogues that can change how your relationships unfold.
Sometimes you’ll have to choose between resting to recover stamina or pushing through another mission for faster progress. Other times, you’ll decide who to hang out with that evening.
Every small choice affects your story and ultimately leads to one of several possible endings. If you want to see every route, you’ll need to play multiple times and discover how each heroine’s story unfolds in her own unique way.
Light Yet Addictive
When it comes to visuals, Just Deserts looks really sweet and charming. The characters are drawn in a soft, expressive 2D anime style, and each heroine has a distinct personality.
From the calm and mysterious type, to the energetic chatterbox, to the seemingly cold but secretly caring one. The game really puts effort into making every interaction relationship feel natural and alive.
Another nice touch is the English voice acting. Each character’s voice fits perfectly with her personality, making conversations sound dynamic and fun instead of flat or repetitive. It’s one of those small details that often overlooked really adds a lot of soul to the game.
And while Just Deserts doesn’t have a heavy or overly complex plot, that simplicity is what makes it so enjoyable. The military setting and alien invasion theme, which you’d expect to be chaotic, are actually presented in a chill, lighthearted tone.
Overall, the game feels like watching a slice of life anime that suddenly drops an epic space battle in the middle. It’s weird, but in the best way possible, and it keeps you hooked!
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Worth It for Visual Novel Fans?
If you’re a gamer who likes to unwind and enjoy a story without too much pressure, Just Deserts is a perfect pick for you. You don’t need deep strategy or fast reflexes here. Just sit back, enjoy the story, and slowly build your bond with your favorite character.
For visual novel fans, the game offers plenty of replay value with multiple endings and relationship paths to explore. Even if you’re not a big fan of dating sims, you can still appreciate Just Deserts for its charming mix of sci-fi, romance, and humor.
In short, Just Deserts doesn’t really take itself seriously. It’s a light, heartwarming story about love and battle in the middle of chaos. Wrapped in pretty visuals and a cozy atmosphere.
So, what are you waiting for? Go try out Just Deserts and find out who will win your heart on the battlefield of love!
