Overhyped and Overrated Game
I went around looking for a copy of this game because of so many great reviews I've read about it. After playing this and completing every route to 100%, obtaining all the CGs and unlocking everything there was to unlock, all I can say is, this game disappointed me on so many levels. This isn't one of the best otome games. In fact, this isn't even one of the better ones. The navigation is clumsy, the use of the left joystick is disabled by default and the only way to move is to use directional buttons. It's annoying. The music is reminiscent of 1950s-1960s Britpop, it's set against the backdrop of a parodied America - Los AnYork (Los York in text), Boltomore, Warrington (Wishington in text). The love interests were boring, the writing was honestly really bad. I honestly thought Allan would finally be the route that redeems the game for me, but no, the second half of his route went to hell. Shelby wasn't that bad, he was funny and adorable, just a little uptight, but the other love interests were terrible. The CGs were so-so. I like Yuuya, the artist, but honestly - this game just doesn't cut it for me. Variable Barricade is the much better game, with amazing music, amazing art by Kageroo, and other than love interests, friendships and family relationships were also addressed. In my opinion, I do not recommend Cupid Parasite. But, if you're the type who's into shallow writing with lots of mindless sexual situations, this is the game for you. This is the game you will like.