VARIOUS DAYLIFE

VARIOUS DAYLIFE, developed by DOKIDOKI Groove Works and published by Square Enix, is a role-playing game that combines elements of daily life simulation with adventure and exploration. Originally released on Apple Arcade in 2019 and later made available on platforms such as Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC, the game presents a distinctive concept that merges the management of everyday tasks with turn-based combat and expedition-style exploration. Despite the involvement of key staff from acclaimed titles like Bravely Default and Octopath Traveler, the game has received a mixed reception, praised for its concept but critiqued for its execution. In VARIOUS DAYLIFE, players assume the role of a newcomer to the city of Erebia, a settlement on a newly discovered continent. The protagonist is part of an expeditionary effort, tasked with both supporting the city’s development through various jobs and venturing into the surrounding wilderness to explore and uncover new areas. This dual focus on city life and exploration forms the backbone of the game’s structure, blending routine management with moments of adventure. Players must carefully balance time between working, training, and undertaking expeditions, creating a rhythm that drives both character progression and narrative development. The gameplay centers on a job system reminiscent of the Bravely Default series, allowing characters to take on a variety of roles, each with unique abilities and potential strategies. Players can switch between more than 20 different jobs, from combat-focused roles to those emphasizing crafting or gathering. While this system offers versatility, its depth is limited, and many of the tasks associated with each role can become repetitive over time. The cyclical nature of daily tasks, while intended to simulate a living world, may feel monotonous to players expecting a more dynamic RPG experience, particularly on console platforms where longer play sessions are typical. Combat in VARIOUS DAYLIFE is turn-based and streamlined, offering accessibility for newcomers but lacking the complexity and strategic nuance found in traditional JRPGs. Battles are straightforward, and while they provide occasional variety through different enemy types and job abilities, they rarely offer the depth or challenge that might sustain long-term engagement. Complementing the gameplay is the visual and auditory design: the art style is simple yet charming, creating a pleasant, if somewhat generic, world, and the soundtrack, composed by Go Shiina, provides enjoyable background music that enhances the atmosphere without particularly standing out. The game’s transition from a mobile-oriented design to consoles and PC has influenced its pacing and overall experience. Some players have noted that mechanics suited for short, casual sessions on mobile devices feel repetitive or drawn out on longer console play. While the core concept of managing daily activities alongside exploration is intriguing, the game sometimes struggles to maintain engagement over extended periods due to its limited challenge and repetitive structure. In summary, VARIOUS DAYLIFE is an interesting attempt to merge life simulation with RPG mechanics, offering a blend of city management, job progression, and exploration. Its approachable combat, charming aesthetic, and flexible job system make it accessible and appealing for players looking for casual or mobile-style RPG experiences. However, its repetitive gameplay, lack of depth, and pacing issues limit its appeal for those seeking a more traditional, immersive JRPG. The game finds its strength in short, manageable sessions that balance routine activities with light adventure, but it may leave players looking for a richer and more complex RPG wanting more. Rating: 4/10

I got it for 10 euros and I don't see what's wrong with the game. It's a cool game.

Gotta be the most boring game ive ever played in my life. Can confirm this is 1000% worse than LOTR Gollum.

Welcome to walking simulator 0.02 with an added 8 hours of work from Square Enix itself by a random intern! (Not really but you might be able to fool someone into believing that)

I've had this "game" on my wishlist for a while and finally decided to buy it since it was on sale; [b]big[/b] mistake on my part. And before anyone gives me a hard time for refunding at less than an hour, I both [i]applaud[/i] and [i]question the sanity[/i] of anyone that played this "game" longer than that; you either have impressive willpower to marshal through the experience, or are flat-out mentally unstable - I just can't see an in-between in this case. To me, it is - as I've seen other people say - absolutely [i]the worst game[/i] in Square Enix's entire catalogue. And honestly, to actually call it a "game" is an insult to the memory of even nigh-ancient throwbacks like Pong and its contemporaries - at least those games were [i]fun[/i], as simple as they were. What VARIOUS DAYLIFE is, is basically a railroaded story of paper-thin character tropes shellacked with the appropriate amount of Square Enix varnish to pull suckers in; the stat growth/work system is literally the only thing of interest. Also - why even have the option for the MC to respond in the inane little story segments if they only have one option half the time? That... is like having no option at all, is it not? Weird decisions went into this thing, all around. I shouldn't be surprised though, I wasn't a huge fan of the Octopath games either (but in all fairness, only played the demo), so I hope this is just an issue of Square Enix throwing projects to the B team (and whew, giving them a B is [i]generous[/i] here with VD) instead of becoming the norm for them!

捆绑包一起买的，我朋友让我买了赶紧退，但我忘了。 我看了一眼大家都给差评，我寻思能有多差？干脆自己上手试试。 刚玩了10分钟，已经不想玩了，没见过这么难玩的游戏，真的不管是什么情况，都别再试了，想不通SE怎么会出这么一款游戏，离谱到家了。

Petit jeu sans prétention qui fait passer le temps. Un peu déroutant au début. Se rapproche par certains aspects des idle games. A prendre à bas prix !