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What pulls you first when getting into an otome game/BL?

All I need is a character that fit my taste. One of the li, or even background / side characters must be my type, or else I'll probably never play it. It doesn't matter if it has the bet plot ever, if I find the all characters unattractive I'm not playing it...
 
Well, for me, I'm always looking for the token female love interest in otome games.
If there's one, it's almost certain I'll play it, but if not, I don't care about the art or the plot, I just need at least one character I'm into personality-wise
 
The illustrations—if they look good, they give me motivation to keep playing, but if the story isn't up to par, I won't play it at all. So in the end, it really has to be someone who's actually played it who can give a proper review!
 
For me, it's usually the character design that pulls me in first.
 
The visuals, i think. I'm really easy to hook with attractive character designs and beautiful artwork. A good-looking cast and art style are usually what make me stop and take a closer look at a game in the first place.
 
First the li character and art thenheroine, and the story that look interests

Then I'll look for small spoilers about the game to see if there's anything interesting in the gameplay.
 
Character designs. I'm a big sucker for visuals so if there isn't at least one love interest who appeals to me I probably won't play the game.
 
It's a mix of art, story, and character customisation. First thing I notice is the art style. Then I look at the synopsis.
And if there's character customisation on top of that? Instant win.
 
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The art and visuals! If the art is stunning and the story grabs my attention, I'll definitely play it (especially if the love interests are super handsome guys).

I always prioritize the love interests' appearance and the art style! Unfortunately, I'm shallow enough to judge otome games based on looks, so if a game is beautiful = I'll play it without a second thought! But if it's "ugly"... sometimes I never even start 😭 so basically, just give me hot guys, a smart and beautiful protagonist, and great art, and I'll devour the whole thing!
 
For me, visual on LIs the hook for me. I don't mind if there no va or mid writing, but atleast the LIs is hot:ROFLMAO:
 
Whether it has my fav seiyuus plays a major role in my decision to play but I have played many games just because of the plot, if the story can pique my interest, then I will play it.

So for me it's seiyuu > story > character.
 
First thing I check is the art and secondly the story.
For sure I can't enjoy playing something I don't like the visuals from.