Marco & The Galaxy Dragon on Steam - User reviews, Price & Information
Marco, an orphan with missing memories, and Arco, a dragon who rules the galaxy, were hunting for treasure in space! On one of their adventures, Marco was given a clue to the whereabouts of her mother. Their next stop, her birthplace - Earth!
Marco & The Galaxy Dragon is a visual novel, anime and adventure game
developed by TOKYOTOON
and published by Shiravune.
Released on February 28th 2020 is available only on Windows
in 5 languages: English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese and French.
It has received 6,986 reviews of which 6,816 were positive and 170 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. 😍
The game is currently priced at 19.50€ on Steam.
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Windows
- OS *: Windows 8/8.1/10
- Processor: 2GHz or higher
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 9 GB available space
- Additional Notes: Windows Media Player 9 or higher
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【English & Spanish】 ➥ English review: Marco & The Galaxy Dragon is a visual novel that captures the player from the very first moment with its unique blend of humor, emotion, and galactic adventure. While it may initially seem like a typical entry in the genre, the game sets itself apart through its incredible character design, with each character meticulously drawn and animated in a way that not only brings them to life but also imbues them with unique personalities that establish an immediate connection with the player. Every movement and expression, no matter how subtle, conveys their emotions so clearly and endearingly, transcending what words alone could express. The premise of Marco & The Galaxy Dragon is bold, taking players to a universe where the absurd and the fantastic are interwoven with a heartwarming story filled with unexpected twists and hilarious dialogues. The narrative flows smoothly through a series of events that, while unpredictable, maintain an internal consistency that keeps players engaged. What makes this game even more captivating is that, being a visual novel, its moments of reading are enhanced by the incredible characters introduced: Marco, the protagonist, and his peculiar companion, the galactic dragon. Together, they form a duo that becomes the soul of the game, with their interactions full of charisma and charm, turning even the simplest situations into memorable moments. What truly stands out in Marco & The Galaxy Dragon is its ability to combine comedic dialogue with moments of great emotional depth. As the story unfolds, it’s not just a narrative that develops, but an experience that the player lives through. Each new encounter or plot twist further reinforces the game’s allure. Through its dialogues and the decisions made throughout the journey, the player feels immersed in this unique universe. Every conversation, no matter how light-hearted or absurd it may seem, has its purpose, offering a charm that makes the player want to keep exploring. The story, while simple in some aspects, is enriched with details and references that, much like the characters, make this world feel lived-in and authentic. Through their interactions, Marco and his dragon become one of the most endearing duos in the visual novel genre. The game strongly relies on the development of its protagonist and his relationship with the dragon, achieving moments of warmth and emotion despite the overall light-hearted and fun atmosphere. Personal Conclusion: Marco & The Galaxy Dragon is a visual novel that shines in its genre not only for its art and story but for its ability to create a captivating world full of charismatic characters and situations that evoke both laughter and reflection. While it may not be an absolute masterpiece, its charming premise, animations, hilarious dialogues, and great story make for a highly rewarding experience that every visual novel fan should try. With a rating of 8.7/10, it's a title that will undoubtedly leave a mark, both for its freshness and for its ability to blend the absurd with the endearing. ➥ Reseña en español: Marco & The Galaxy Dragon es una novela visual que atrapa al jugador desde el primer momento con su singular mezcla de humor, emoción y aventuras galácticas. Este título, aunque dentro de un género que puede parecer convencional a primera vista, se distingue por su increíble diseño de personajes, cada uno de ellos meticulosamente dibujado y animado de una manera que no solo les otorga vida, sino también una personalidad única que hace que la conexión con ellos sea inmediata. Cada movimiento y expresión de los personajes, por más sutil que sea, refleja sus emociones de manera tan clara y encantadora que logran transmitir más de lo que las palabras podrían. La premisa de Marco & The Galaxy Dragon es audaz, transportándonos a un universo donde lo absurdo y lo fantástico se combinan con una historia entrañable, llena de giros inesperados y diálogos tronchantes. La trama se mueve con fluidez a través de una serie de eventos que, aunque impredecibles, mantienen una coherencia interna que engancha al jugador. Lo que hace a este juego aún más cautivador es que, siendo una novela visual, sus momentos de lectura se ven amenizados por los increíbles personajes que se nos presentan: Marco, el protagonista, y su peculiar compañero, el dragón galáctico. Juntos forman una dupla que se convierte en el alma del juego, con sus interacciones cargadas de carisma y chispa, transformando incluso las situaciones más simples en momentos memorables. Lo que realmente destaca en Marco & The Galaxy Dragon es su capacidad para combinar diálogos cómicos con momentos de gran profundidad emocional. A lo largo de la narrativa, la historia no solo se desarrolla, sino que también se vive, y cada nuevo encuentro o giro argumental refuerza el atractivo del juego. A través de sus diálogos y las decisiones que se toman a lo largo del viaje, el jugador se siente inmerso en este universo único. Cada conversación, por más ligera o absurda que parezca, tiene su propósito y ofrece un encanto que hace que el jugador quiera seguir explorando. La historia, aunque sencilla en algunos aspectos, se enriquece con detalles y referencias que, al igual que los personajes, hacen que este mundo se sienta vivido y auténtico. A través de sus interacciones, Marco y su dragón se convierten en una de las duplas más entrañables que uno puede encontrar en el género de las novelas visuales. El juego se apoya fuertemente en la evolución de su protagonista y su relación con el dragón, logrando momentos de gran calidez y emoción a pesar de la atmósfera general ligera y divertida. Conclusión personal: Marco & The Galaxy Dragon es una novela visual que sobresale dentro de su género no solo por su arte y su historia, sino por su capacidad de crear un mundo cautivador lleno de personajes carismáticos y situaciones que generan tanto risas como reflexiones. Aunque no sea una obra maestra absoluta, su encantadora propuesta, sus animaciones, sus diálogos hilarantes y su gran historia lo convierten en una experiencia muy gratificante que todo fan de las novelas visuales debería probar. Con una calificación de 8.7/10, es un título que sin duda dejará una huella, tanto por su frescura como por su capacidad de mezclar lo absurdo con lo entrañable.
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Superb art combined with stellar performances combined with "what on earth did I just read" make this visual novel a fun read.
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Great VN! Story was solid, but the pacing was especially really well-done. The game is predicted to be about 7hrs long, but it keeps you moving quickly so there's hardly a dull moment. Marco and the Galaxy Dragon does a great job of giving you a fun time through and through. I'd also like to commend the CGs. Usually you get either a lot of CGs or high quality CGs, but I was constantly noticing there were so many scenes that were high res, looked amazing, and you see them for 5 seconds and you're onto another CG. And on top of that there are fun animated scenes. Lastly, I got this game off a recommendation from a "What game should I play in Japanese to study Japanese" video, and can say it was a great choice. Occasionally some of the language is tough, i.e. space talk, or aliens that talk like they're holy warriors, but 80% of the time it's pretty everyday stuff. And it's pretty much all voiced. Additionally, you can toggle what languages are displayed by simply clicking E for English or J for Japanese, so big recommendation to Japanese studiers.
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Short and sweet, with lots of good comedy sprinkled in between. All the girls are cute and hilarious!
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Marco & the Galaxy Dragon is unlike any visual novel I've read before in that it really feels more like an anime than a visual novel. Besides the animated cartoon-style cutscenes, there are SO many CGs, and in some bits it's almost like watching an animatic. The text is also mostly dialogue. Most visual novels I read will include a lot of prose describing the environment, actions, and the protagonist's inner thoughts. The extent of description in Marco sort of reminds me of stage directions that you'd encounter while reading a play. Even though Marco is the protagonist, we don't see her inner thoughts at all, with the story rather being in a third person perspective. It's a very visual experience, and I'd say this is probably one of the only VNs I can think of that wouldn't lose anything by being adapted into an anime, especially if it retained its beautiful soundtrack and skilled voice actors. There's also only one set of choices, which is to go to the beach or go to an onsen . Even so, I think Marco does a fantastic job of presenting its story, which starts off lighthearted and simple, but takes on some philosophic tones around the climax. I've seen people say this VN is "all style and no substance." I disagree, but maybe I've just watched too much anime. Towards the latter half, it reminded me a lot of anime like FLCL or Flip Flappers where strong sentiments are being told through absurd situations. In this case, I think it was expressing something about the nature of bonds and their relationship with pain and sorrow. Arco made me cry a lot. ( ´ • ω • ` ) It is very weird and very silly, but in my opinion, super charming, so I definitely recommend it to people who are open to weird and silly.
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