Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : Core2Duo 2.66 GHz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Resolution:1280x720以上 DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Need DirectX End-User Runtimes.
Nightshade/百花百狼
A dramatic shinobi romance where 216 players out of the 404 sampled invested over 25 hours, leading to a stellar 94 percent positive rating for its post-launch period and 96 percent overall across 787 reviews.
What it's about: A romance visual novel game made in collaboration with D3P and Red Entertainment.Character design and illustrations are by the popular illustrator Teita. The romance revolves around Ninjas who have lived through the Sengoku Period. This game has published in 2016 as PS Vita in Japan.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story / writing | 131 | 105 | 14 | 12 |
| Graphics / art | 44 | 44 | 0 | 0 |
| Audio / music | 41 | 40 | 0 | 1 |
| Content / longevity | 14 | 12 | 0 | 2 |
| Gameplay | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Value for money | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Interface / UX | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Stability / bugs | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Performance | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 29 h on median; those who dislike it: 13 h.
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 11, 2026 · All-time low: €15.99 (Aug 11, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 26 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 17,2 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- The narrative captivates deeply, gathering 105 positive mentions out of 131 for its story.
- Visuals shine across the board, securing 44 positive mentions out of 44 for its art direction.
- Sound design resonates strongly with the audience, earning 40 positive mentions out of 41.
- Substantial playtime is common, with 216 players logging over 25 hours and holding a 98 percent positive rating in that bracket.
Weaknesses
- Menu navigation frustrates users, accumulating 4 negative mentions out of 4 for the user interface.
- Narrative elements occasionally miss the mark, drawing 12 negative mentions out of 131 for the story.
Who is it for?
Visual novel enthusiasts and fans of dark historical romance will find a deeply engaging narrative adventure.
Is Nightshade/百花百狼 worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 96% of 787 Steam reviews are positive (player score 92/100). Most-praised strength: The narrative captivates deeply, gathering. Current price: 31,99€.
Verdict
Nightshade delivers a poignant and visually striking journey through feudal Japan that keeps readers hooked for dozens of hours. Despite minor UI hiccups, its gripping storytelling and atmospheric audio make it a standout choice for the genre.
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