This feedback contains spoliers. Please don't read it if you haven't read this kinetic novel.
Dear Developers:
Although some scenes in this kinetic novel made me feel quite uncomfortable—I'm not particularly into the polygon monster designs—the plot itself caught my attention. While the game is still relatively short, I can already see the potential for a much deeper narrative to unfold.
I don’t typically identify with fans of "monster stuff," and I understand that those lewd scenes are part of the game’s setting and tone. However, what stood out to me was the stark contrast between the mindless, sex-driven monsters and the emotional bond between the two protagonists, Ava and Sarah. This dynamic reminds me of how some great TV shows and games, like The Last of Us, explore the complex sides of humanity amidst an apocalyptic crisis. Though I’m not comparing Contagion Crisis directly to The Last of Us, it taps into a similar narrative vein—how survival isn't just physical but emotional and psychological.
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What is REALLY intriguing is Ava's infection, and how she's going to fight it.
This is a fascinating exploration of how love, familial bonds, and sheer willpower can help someone overcome corruption. This is such a rare theme in adult visual novels, where the focus is often more on the erotic aspects. In Contagion Crisis, I see a lot of potential for the story to dive deeper into these themes and expand on the psychological battles that mirror our own struggles in real life.
I believe this kinetic novel could truly stand out if it continues to push the boundaries of storytelling, going beyond its adult themes to explore the nuanced sides of human nature in the face of a collapsing world. It's rare to find such a balance between survival horror and emotional depth in the AVN genre. I enjoyed adventure with girls in Eternum, learned more about love in My Bully Is My Lover, but this... this could be so much more. And I’m looking forward to seeing where the narrative heads next.
There are some other feedback I'd like to offer, but hey, it's your baby game and up to you if you'd like to take my opinion into consideration.
1) Again, I understand that this erotic novel could satisfy people who are fans of monsters, but I really wish that the monster scenes could be optional (like if there's a toggle to make these scenes optional). This could make this novel more appealing to the general audiences (the larger market, in my biased opinion) that are less interested in the monster lewd-scenes.
2) Since it's a kinetic novel, I understand that the choices are limited, but adding more moments of character-driven decisions could give the player more control and make the experience feel more personalized. That's what most AVNs do.
3) Positive note: renders and diaglogues are killing it. Absolutely amazing!
4) Looking forward to more world buildings and possible new non-zombie characters unfold in the future!
（EDIT: Seeing two monsters that are having sex get killed by Ava and Sara was really great dark humor haha)
Good luck!
Pigrider