Piofiore: Fated Memories - Nintendo Switch

This is one of the best otome games I've played in a long time. I found that the story was engaging even when not on the romance. I found myself sucked in during mafia meetings and action sequences. They have "meanwhile" stories that show you what's happening with other characters while you're playing as well as after stories and extras. I also really enjoy the art for the most part! The best and good endings are wonderful and I appreciate the pacing in this game. The love between the MC and the love interests came about very naturally to me and I could understand how their affection for each other developed. There's a lot of content per route and I love the UI. Definitely looking forward to the sequel being localized (I hope it does!). I found each of the love interests interesting and likable (or entertaining, at least) in their own ways. The side characters were also pretty great too. Certain topics touched upon to look out for are human trafficking, non-con, and drug abuse. If you are not able to handle that sort of thing then I'd stay away. As others have said, the bad endings are pretty brutal.

Before I bought the game, the only thing holding me back were the reviews I saw. I wish I could have played it sooner! I think this game has so many components that other otome games struggle to cover! Probably one of my favorite parts about this game is that not every ending is perfectly "happy", even if it is the best ending. I can't really elaborate for spoiler reasons, but I think it's really refreshing to have good endings where it's not just all sunshines and rainbows if you know what I mean. I think every love interest is very special in their own way, and you can really get attached to them. I honestly have to say that I enjoyed some of the characters' "good endings" rather than their "best endings" because they were so realistic, while still being happy. This game does a really good job executing their bad and tragic ends, because WOW it's a lot... in the best way possible lol. I honestly think the otome game community could use some more crime-themed games like this one. I love myself a good fluffy romance, but something in me really needs stuff like this to fill that void in my heart. I hope you give this game a chance because I love it a lot!

Before picking up piofiore, you should learn to pick up some context clues for what you’re going to be experiencing in this game. One, the player character is a normal innocent church girl and two, all the love interests are in organized crime. With that in mind it’s quite obvious that this game isn’t going to be all roses, sunshine, and fluff, so if you enjoy any of that, then I’d recommend that you turn away now because this game will not be for you. That isn’t to say that this game has no romance, no, it does but it’s not at all what you’d see as healthy or even romantic. This is one of the few games that honestly deserve to have ‘TRIGGER WARNING’ slapped on the front in neon lights because there are a lot of sensitive topics that normal otomes usually don’t touch upon. The game has torture, kidnapping, sexual assault and even human trafficking, and all these can easily destroy anyone’s experience especially when you know that most of the love interests take part in it, remember that all the love interests are criminals, so it’s not all that surprising honestly, but it could easily take any sensible person off guard. I apologize for starting my review this way but I feel like it’s necessary to put all of these things out here for a safe gaming experience or just to know what games to avoid playing. Regardless, this game is an enjoyable experience to me since I’ve liked a lot of mafia-themed works in the past. If none of the aforementioned content warnings bother you to a horrifying degree and you share my interest in mafia-themed entertainment, then you’re in luck! this game is definitely worth it. Some routes does romanticize the mafia however so look out for that, but I was satisfied with most of the game especially Yang’s (red-haired guy) route which really impressed me with how much depth there is in his character. I do hope this review enlightens you on the nature of this game and if you choose to buy it knowing what you’re getting into, then I hope you enjoy this game as much as I did. happy gaming! ☺️

I originally hesitated to buy this because the style and setting didn't really appeal to me, but I'm glad I ended up buying it. The storyline is vast, and I appreciate the fact that you don't know if you've stumbled into a certain ending or other until it actually happens. This is far more enjoyable than most of the other otome games that I've played, in which it's pretty obvious when your selection causes the story to go down one ending or another. Compared to everything else I've played since catching the otome game bug, this is a masterpiece of storytelling and imagination. All the quibbles I have with the art style are just that: quibbles. If only all otome games were this intricate and well crafted!

Im half way through the game in my 3rd route currently and i can say this game is marvelous im in love with the characters and i like how well written the characters is and unique setting and story there is no obvious black or white This can be one of my favorite games

The games came brand new in perfect condition super happy would def recommend:)

You need to be aware that this game has a very, VERY heavy theme of violence (I mean, it IS the mafia) and quite a lot of religious stuff going on with it (you're playing an orphan raised in a church, after all). But if you're good with that, hang on for the ride and meet Dante Falzone and his underboss Nicola Francesca, from the Falzone Family; Gilbert Redford, from the Visconti Family; Yang, from the Lao-Shu; and Orlok, a mysterious informant. Unlike most of otome games, the LI's routes here are best considered as being completely separate storylines, as your previous lover in his own route can become your enemy in another LI's route. The bad endings are also very, very dark for the most part, so be warned. However, once you get past that, you'll find a game with a good story and absolutely fascinating characters (I'll bet that you've never romanced anyone like Yang before, he's definitely one of a kind). I've spotted several typos in each route and some text not being in the correct boxes, but it's nothing too distracting, and far from the mess that was Collar X Malice Unlimited, for example. All in all, if you're in the mood for a darker game with very interesting characters, get it! If you are, however, sensitive to the darker themes of this game, it's probably better to stay away from it (Yang's route is one big trigger warning, for example).

So far one of the best otome games I've played for switch. It's fairly fast paced and the routes/plot is fairly well thought out. The art work is lovely but I would have appreciated more cg scenes. Soundtrack is catchy lol after having finished the game I've still got some tunes stuck in my head. The characters are interesting enough to keep me entertained and heroine isn't sucky (like they can be in some games). Will likely play again in the future and I enjoyed yangs route the most.

Después de esperar 2 años para alguna compañia extranjera se animaran a traer este juego otome para Occidente, al fin sucedió, agradezco infinitamente a Aksys Games por traer Piofiore:Fated Memories este gran juego traducido al inglés, ansiaba tener este juego en mis manos, y en lo personal no me arrepiento, tengo muchas ganas que jugar las Ruta de Gill Redford❤️y Nicola Francesca💛, quiero saber como será su relación con Liliana, la música y los diseños de personajes, ¡SON INCREIBLES! Además de que es ambientando en Italia, recomiendo 100% al vendedor, ya que me lo trajo en tiempo y forma, espero que en un futuro, Aksys Games se animen a traducir más juegos Otomes, como Diabolik Lovers, Cupid Parasite, Dance with the Devils, etc. 😍😘❤️