Canon MC name vs Self-Insert?

[ashiee]

Honestly, I always go with the canon name.

I can't stand self-inserting lol. It feels so awkward when the LIs skip over your name or use some weird generic title because the game can't pronounce whatever you typed in.

Plus, if the MC already has a default name, I'd rather just see their actual personality and story unfold as intended instead of pretending it's me huhu

 

[fasdfsda5235]

Same, it feels awkward to self insert.

 

[tonaka]

I'm firmly on the self-insert / own name side!
Using the canon name makes me feel distant from the character and harder to immerse. I always change it to my own name whenever possible.

 

[NoveiaVonGeorgia]

I'm not a self inserter so I use canon name. Canon name has a better voice line over being called "omae" / you. In my language, being called "you" is an insult. And most JP otome heroines doesn't match my personality so in my opinion, it's better to play in their lenses.
Unvoiced otome VNS however, like most OELVNS, I sometimes use my name because I don't need to hear "omae" on audio and they have a lot of self insert options and dialogue compare to JP otome games.

 

[Ikamusumechan]

Canon MC name for me till the end!Some companies also add voicelines if you use canon name for MC so it's better for me.