Underplayed Gems

Star Ring (2023)

Star Ring cover
Developer
深海海鲜组
Publisher
NVLMaker
Genres
Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation
Rating
4.4 of 5, 81 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 8.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam
The 3D catalog: game boxes on wooden shelves, with the cat sitting at the counter next to its greeting.

The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

A gentle, absorbing life simulation and visual novel where you navigate school, career, and relationships through branching choices and abundant narrative content.

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What players say

Players praise the story and multiple character routes, but warn that the schedule is punishing and missable events force frequent reloading. Many say the game rewards careful planning and saves, though the grind and lack of voice acting hold it back. Some compare it to Star Dream 2, while others call the writing childish and the ending rushed.

Screenshots

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