NEKOPARA Vol. 1

Oh my god its Chocola

It's great if you enjoy visual novels with the option of buying the adult content so you don't miss out on the scenes. All in all a very enjoyable experience.

Chill game

life changing

very fun and cute to play.

*looks at neco arc*
"Mom I want this cat!"

Mom: "We already have cats at home!"

The cats at home:

Less like a true visual novel in the sense that MC doesn't get any choices. However, this game has some of the best graphics I've seen from a visual novel, while it still being accessible in price. I do prefer the all ages version. H-scenes are quality (if you're into that) but they can be a bit ... much. Only got the DLC out of curiosity and for reviewing purposes. Overall, I really did enjoy it and recommend it. It's lighthearted and comforting to me, as I've been following the games for years and just now finally got to play it <3

in the la soleil cafe. straight up "jorking it". and by "it", haha, well let's justr say. my peanits

nice cute story

Redefined gaming.

NekoPara Vol. 1 marks a charming and polished entry into the main story of the series, introducing players to Kashou Minaduki as he opens his new pâtisserie, La Soleil. The narrative centers around his unexpected companions, Chocola and Vanilla — two energetic and devoted catgirls — who insist on helping him run the shop. What unfolds is a sweet and often humorous tale of affection, adjustment, and the growing bond between the characters.

Visually stunning with beautifully detailed artwork and fluid Live2D animations, Vol. 1 also benefits from excellent Japanese voice acting and a soothing soundtrack that complements its cozy, romantic atmosphere. Whether you're in it for the heartwarming story or the adorable interactions, NekoPara Vol. 1 offers a feel-good experience that's as relaxing as it is endearing.

This game is really help me healing. I love it

Is completely missing routes/choices, you have to pay $10 for each 18+ patch, each volume is extremely short at 1-3 hours long(depending on how fast you can read or if you skip certain parts), and maybe all of this wouldn't be so bad if the story wasn't extremely boring.
Don't worry I was unlucky enough to buy all the volumes grouped on a sale, so I can safely say the story doesn't get much better in the later volumes.

Do yourself a favor and buy almost any other visual novel out there instead, better yet one that is well known for being good, unless you like catgirls to such an extreme that you're willing to overlook everything I Just said.

I didn't expect anime girls to be so lively with movement feature!
normally it's static, at least static in games I played in the past

Okay, so... I ended up having sexual relations with the cats...

good game

Absolute cinema.

Vanilla is quite charming and funny... Chocola on the other hand I found annoying which is detrimental to the story given that you are surrounded by the two at all times.

Calling Nekopara a "game" is a stretch; simply put, it's an illustrated story you get to sit back and enjoy. Even as far as visual novels go, there's no choices to be made, and really not that much to do except click through the dialogue.

But, as far as the visuals go, it definitely delivers: the characters are all adorable, the artstyle is a treat, and the story is cute, fun and lighthearted. And of course, the H-scenes are very well animated, though you can choose to exclude those if they're not your thing.

A great purchase for cat girl lovers who live by the motto of "cute girls doing cute things".

para

Catgirls are, again, a 10/10




Yet another 5-year-late review

had some crazy discord goon sessions streaming this to my gf buy this if you and yo girl are freaks vro..

I don't like leaving negative reviews but I feel like I have to for this one. Strap in, It's a frustrated one.

For those who don't want to read the whole thing, I can summarise this game Visual novel (Seriously, why does it not have the tag visual novel (as a main tag)):

Shallow

I will be honest and say I don't like visual novels in general, so you might ask me why would I even bother buying this?
Well, It was and still is popular and well liked, I did really like ddlc, and I like erotic material. I figured when seeing it in a bundled sale of all volumes that I might like it and perhaps that it could even change my mind on visual novels. REST ASSURED, It reinforced my aversion.

The good

- The voice actresses are good from what I can tell, but I don't speak Japanese so take that as you will.
- I like the art. It's well made apart from 2 nitpicks that I will mention later.

The bad (not 18+)

- The story is so shallow. I guess the best way to describe the story is interpersonal relationships between the protagonist and the catgirls + sister. That is all. What does this mean for the story? Well, it means that there is practically nothing going on. When the story works up to something, the chapter ends and the goal has been achieved off screen. Phenomenal.
- It's a visual novel, I know, but it should still be mentioned: there is 0 interactibility. None. Forget replay value, there isn't even ANY playing.
- Any shallow or minimal conflict there is, will be resolved within max. 10 sentences.
- The book is about 6-7 hours on auto-play (with 18+). Considering there is no reason to replay this or the fact that it is just reading, €9,75 is quite a lot to ask. SIKE, to get this full time you need the 18+ patch which costs ANOTHER €9,75 for a total of €19,50.
- The story doesn't respect your time. What is told, could be done in 3 hours probably.
- The MC is a dolt, I dislike him.
- I know this is a nitpick, but hear me out. One of the painted backgrounds, the one that shows the front of the store, has an opening sign that states: 'opem'. There aren't many backgrounds, it's a simple word, the only focus for this product is writing, the art, and voice acting. Frankly, there is no reason to have such a basic mistake.
- 90%+ of the story is just happy go lucky. (Maybe somewhat individual criticism, but it feels off)

The bad (18+)

- I hope you like bleeding eardrums, because that is the main 18+ experience. The exceptionally whiny and earpiercing 'wails' will drive you up a wall. Lowering your volume won't help due to the high pitch of the voice actresses.
- From what I understand the dialogue is very much Japanese style... They want it but still will say stop, no and stuff... yuck.
- Something that has always bothered me about hentai, let's describe literally everything in excruciating detail. They just don't know when to shut up.
- I hope you like censoring. The good animated scenes are utterly worthless as a result, you can't even see anything (apart from nips). Honestly, just look up the 6 gifs online, it might even be a better experience.
- I hope you like repeating sentences that are only minimally altered. (x4)
- The official patch for the 18+ material is another €9,75! Are you out of your mind? To be honest, it's somewhat my mistake to think it was included. Yes, the game is practically known for the funneh 18+ stuff but let it be known, it costs extra.

To conclude

I feel like my review was more articulate than the slideshow I paid for.
Keep your money, it isn't worth the sweet catgirl tiddies.
There are enough of those and 100x better quality online for free.

do people actually play this game for the story or just for the cute characters and h-scenes?

banger ost

Nekopara is a super chill VN for catgirl lovers. The art style is adorable (those CGs tho ), and the characters are total sweethearts – their banter feels cozy AF. Voice acting slaps (JP dub crew rise up!), and the soundtrack is pure comfy vibes. Plot’s light but wholesome, like a warm cup of tea with extra nyaa~. Perfect for short play sessions or unwinding after a long day. Heads up: Some scenes might make you side-eye your screen if others are watching . Overall, a cute, low-stakes visual novel. 9/10 fluffiness, would recommend for slice-of-life fans

Catgirls

Good game 👍

The plot is uncomplicated, but it's easy to get achievements and complete the game. By purchasing DLC, you can have a good night alone, but not really...with your favorite catgirls, of course.
I love cute things and kitties and all nekopara volumes ♡

I am drowning in cat girls uooooogh

Good story would buy the whole volume

I wish they were real.

cheeky cat girls

This was one of my first visual novels growing up. It helped cement the fact that 1.) Anime girls > Real Girls and 2.) I like women. This game is not for the plot, but it sure is fun.

cats are pretty neat

This game is what it is. If you like catgirls, visual novels and mildly horny stories, this is probably for you? It's quite funny and the art is nice. It's not high art, but its fun.
Also, it's pretty good if you want to practice learning Japanese or Chinese thanks to the dual language feature. So that's something.

I gooned to this

uohhh catgirl sex
it's censored but it's STILL PEAK
ahem, that aside, the story is really wholesome and I am definitely getting Vol.2

This game is very cute! A lot of people say that it's super creepy, but it really isn't THAT bad. Especially since here on steam, there's a safe version! We win! We win!

Very hardcore Souls-like game

CINAMMON BEST GIRL

Nice game Could finaly have sex with catgirl

10/10 would do it again

mmm catgirls

Lovable Experience
-Very Cute game
-Great 5 hr experience
10/10 would nya again

Feels like a slideshow sometimes but makes up for it in terms of the adorable voice acting, fluffy art style (and the H scenes). Character-wise it's a pretty common trope but well-executed - two lovely catgirls who can be airheads sometimes but they're the most loyal and caring companions one can ever have. Soundtrack is pretty decent, OP is meh but the ED is a banger

A solid VN overall and I'm looking forward to the other installations.

pretty good

Pretty easy to 100%, the story is very cute but as someone who bought this because i like cute stuff and not for well,,,, gooner reasons, the ''h-scenes'' are kinda of anoying and sometimes i dont fw the mc, but i guess theres also kinda yuri so that makes it peak

this shi will keep my mental health afloat

SAME COMPARES FROM VOL 0 INSTEAD THIS ONE IS 1 AND MAKES ME EXCITED TO!!

fingers and toes have fallen off