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Review of Quiz Nanairo Dreams on PlayStation

by Chucky Chucky photo Jun 1997
Cover image of Quiz Nanairo Dreams on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 27 Jun 1997
Genre: Quiz / Dating Sim
Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom

Introduction

Ever wanted to combine your insatiable thirst for knowledge with your desperate need to impress imaginary girls? Then 'Quiz Nanairo Dreams' is the game for you! Part quiz game, part dating sim, it's often what you might get if a trivia night at a bar met an awkward teenage romance. Spoiler alert: it's as odd as it sounds.

Gameplay

Steps into 'Quiz Nanairo Dreams' require a hefty dose of bravery, as you'll be answering questions of varying difficulty. Failing is akin to being ghosted-your love points with the ladies drop faster than a Wi-Fi signal at a horror movie screening. The whimsical theme has you traversing squares on a board, like some bizarre life-sized version of Candy Land, except the candy is questions about Japanese pop culture (and nobody knows the answer). Sure, you'll get by with a solid grasp of trivia, but hitting the jackpot requires not just knowledge, but also a touch of charm that would make Casanova jealous. Date the various heroines to advance the plot-each one representing a color of the rainbow, like the cast of a poorly planned LGBTQ+ event gone wrong. Every correct answer inches you closer to sealing the evil spirit-the game's demonic antagonist. Save the world one question at a time, while simultaneously trying to figure out what color dress she likes best. Hint: it's not the shade of shame you'll feel when you miss a question about Japanese history.

Graphics

The graphics in 'Quiz Nanairo Dreams' have all the charm of a late '90s video game. Picture a vibrant world filled with pastel colors and character designs that make your average anime aesthetic seem high fashion. Each character is reminiscent of a different candy, from sweet to overly saccharine, which is apparently what draws players in. The animation is on par with early PlayStation standards, which means nostalgic and slightly pixelated-but who isn't a little fuzzy after a few rounds of trivia and dating disasters? The environments sparkle as if they've overdosed on glitter! Backgrounds offer a pleasing distraction, especially when you're not good at the quizzes that bring forth the crushing reality of your true worth-as defined by an on-screen meter for affection.

Conclusion

Overall, 'Quiz Nanairo Dreams' is a quirky mix of trivia, cute girls, and an incoherent plot that embraces its strangeness. While it may not hold up against the test of time like a fine wine-or a well-aged meme-it has enough charm (and difficulty) to keep players engaged for a few hilariously awkward hours. Dive into it for the laughs, stay for the fleeting sense of accomplishment when you finally ask a girl out-yes, a programmed character does count. If you're after a new way to flex your mental muscles while navigating a painstakingly colorful dating scene, this game might just tickle your fancy (or haunt your dreams, depending on your assessment skills). So gather your knowledge, put on your best nervous smile, and let the trivia and romance commence!"

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