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Review of Like Life An Hour on PlayStation 2

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Apr 2005
Cover image of Like Life An Hour on PS2
Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: PS2 PS2 logo
Released: 28 Apr 2005
Genre: Visual Novel, Drama, Harem
Developer: Hooksoft
Publisher: GN Software

Introduction

Sometimes, a game takes you on an unexpected journey, and 'Like Life An Hour' does exactly that-except instead of a glorious quest, you're wandering through a harem of former objects that just so happen to be girls. Yes, you read that write. Your phone isn't ringing because it's despairing over missed calls. No! It's just your future girlfriend! Who knew inanimate objects held such potential, right? Buckle up as we dive into this quirky tale of transformation, teenage angst, and more choices than your dating life, all while navigating the whims of modern love!

Gameplay

If you're expecting a Call of Duty-like action sequence, you're in for a surprise-unless you consider deciding between two girls over your lunch date at school action-packed. The gameplay primarily involves reading (which is great if you enjoy literature, or just tell your teacher you're preparing for a novel)-lots of texts flash by, displaying dialogues and character thoughts. 'Like Life An Hour' plays like a visual novel, with your decisions steering the ship towards one of five possible endings. Yes, five! So settle in for a marathon, because you'll need to replay this not-so-innocent visual novel multiple times just to explore the depth of each character's emotional rollercoaster. Each time you hit a decision point, feel the pressure as you ponder 'Who's my favorite?!' Ah, the weight of responsibility.

Graphics

Let's talk about visuals. The graphics are what you'd expect from a PS2 title-bright, colorful, and cartoonishly delightful, but not so mind-blowingly impressive that you'll forget it's a last-gen console game. The character designs are vibrant and filled with emotion (and, let's not forget, equipped with armor-ahem, personality traits derived from their former object states). Himeko, your ex-phone-turned-girlfriend, has a strap dangling from her ear that will either remind you of your high school crush or your last awkward phone call. Prepare your aesthetic senses to be tickled by the art style, perhaps leaving you convinced that objects in your life may one day gain sentience...and charm.

Conclusion

'Like Life An Hour' is a fascinating blend of surreal storytelling and the what-if scenarios of teenage love, with a dash of harem antics. It won't make you forget about your favorite AAA title, but it's a guilt-free dalliance into a world where even inanimate objects can have a glowing emotional arc. It's captivating, quirky, and comes with a side of nostalgia for those who grew up during the PS2 era. If you're looking for something to play between life's more 'serious' titles, this game is like mixing a little chocolate in your vanilla milkshake-unexpected but undeniably delightful. So go ahead, release your inner high school romance enthusiast-but remember to check if your desk lamp is eyeing you suspiciously!

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