A visual novel is an interactive fiction game, featuring mostly static graphics, most often using anime-style art or occasionally live-action stills (and sometimes video footage). As the name might suggest, they resemble mixed-media novels.
In Japanese terminology, a distinction is often made between visual novels proper (abbreviated NVL), which consist predominantly of narration and have very few interactive elements, and adventure games (abbreviated AVG or ADV), which may incorporate problem-solving and other types of gameplay. This distinction is normally lost outside Japan, where both NVLs and ADVs are commonly referred to as "visual novels" by international fans. Visual novels and ADVs are especially prevalent in Japan, where they made up nearly 70% of the PC game titles released in 2006.
Visual novels are distinguished from other game types by their extremely minimal gameplay. Typically the majority of player interaction is limited to clicking to keep the text, graphics and sound moving (most recent games offer "play" or "fast-forward" toggles that make even this unnecessary).
Most visual novels have multiple storylines and many endings; the gameplay mechanic in these cases typically consists of intermittent multiple-choice decision points, where the player selects a direction in which to take the game.
Love Songs - ADV Futaba Riho 19-sai Fuyu is the sequel to D3's Love Songs: ADV Futaba Riho 14-sai - Natsu (Summer). This winter-themed relationship simulation game has players interact with title star Futaba Riho (who appeared in several Simple Series 1500 titles) via a multiple choice conversation system.
Riho-chan is a nineteen year old college student who runs a late night radio show where she helps others with their problems. She's currently fighting with her boyfriend. Making an appearance in the game are Riho's friends from her talent studio, her seniors at school and her roommates -- lots and lots of girls.
As the player, you'll lead Riho-chan through a story, selecting her path along the way. The game features the so-called "Jiro Jiro" system that lets you take a close look at close-up character pics, scrolling from top to bottom. The title translates to Love Songs: ADV Futaba Riho 19-Years - Winter -- and yes, Riho is 19-years-old in this title.
MANUFACTURER'S DESCRIPTION:
In the sequel to previous work of "Futaba Riho 14-year-old ... summer ...", to draw from the point of view of her day-to-day Futaba Riho became a little adult and success in the entertainment industry of Riho who graduated from high school, and the whereabouts of love, laughter and tears Heart full story. Riho Futaba Continue play an active part in the entertainment industry will be 19-year-old college student receives a request for lecture from his alma mater one day. However, it was a trap ...! ?
FEATURES:
- First person perspective.
- 2D graphics
- Cartoon graphics
- Romance, Music & Anime themes.
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