Dandelion - Wishes brought to you - similar games & best alternatives

Dandelion - Wishes brought to you -

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2014

Should you play it?

Dandelion -Wishes brought to you- is a female-oriented game developed by Cheritz. The game was released in South Korea in August, 2012. The English translation for Dandelion was released on Nov, 2012. Dandelion is known as a unique dating simulation with a sensational storyline and charming characters.

What works
  • Engaging and emotional storylines
  • Beautiful artwork and voice acting
  • Multiple romance routes and endings
  • Relatable protagonist with character growth
  • High replay value
Things to keep in mind
  • Tedious stat-raising gameplay
  • Some translation and typo errors
  • Some romance routes contain problematic themes
  • Lack of tutorial for game mechanics
  • Price may be high for some players

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Dandelion - Wishes brought to you -: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Competition, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Thrill, Strategy.

Why this game works

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