Just how SFW is the Steam version, and can I run it outside of steam at all like some games

[OJ191]

Hey all, looking to introduce this amazing VN to a friend but well, they don't use steam at all nor do they really like full-on sex-scenes (implied etc is fine) nor excessive fanservice.

I originally played outside of Steam but bought to support and eventually reread (which I have not done yet, probably when alternative releases), so I know nothing of the steam release changes other than it's apparently censored.

So I was hoping you guys can answer me just how censored it is, and if it's at all possible to run it outside of the steam client legitimately.

[FrozenTrout]

The default, censored version of Extra (I haven't played Unlimited yet, but it should be the same) doesn't have any full-on sex scenes, and while there is some fanservice (more than I'd like), it isn't terrible.

As for running outside of Steam... I just tried launching the .exe from Windows Explorer, yet it still showed up on Steam as me being in-game. I dont' know what it does if steam isn't running.
*edit* Just tried it. With Steam closed, when I launch the muvluv .exe, it first opens and logs into Steam before the game will start.

[OJ191]

Originally posted by FrozenTrout:

The default, censored version of Extra (I haven't played Unlimited yet, but it should be the same) doesn't have any full-on sex scenes, and while there is some fanservice (more than I'd like), it isn't terrible.

As for running outside of Steam... I just tried launching the .exe from Windows Explorer, yet it still showed up on Steam as me being in-game. I dont' know what it does if steam isn't running.
*edit* Just tried it. With Steam closed, when I launch the muvluv .exe, it first opens and logs into Steam before the game will start.

Ah bugger. I had hoped it might be like Umineko and some other misc games, which can be run entirely standalone.

Thanks anyway.

[Mr. Manual]

If you're looking for an entry point into the genre, you can't go wrong with Steins;Gate. It's amazing, and while romance is present in it, it's not the focus. It's got more of an adventurous feel, so if your friend is into RPGs it makes for a less jarring transition for storytelling.

Also, why doesn't your friend use Steam?

[OJ191]

Originally posted by Mr. Manual:

If you're looking for an entry point into the genre, you can't go wrong with Steins;Gate. It's amazing, and while romance is present in it, it's not the focus. It's got more of an adventurous feel, so if your friend is into RPGs it makes for a less jarring transition for storytelling.

Also, why doesn't your friend use Steam?

They're not a gamer at all, but they read a lot and watch some anime

I'm currently playing through danganronpa with them watching and Have no idea what they are going to say about mikan lmao

[Mr. Manual]

Then show them the Clannad anime. Haven't watched it myself, but it's another way to get into VNs. And again, Steins;Gate. It's also on PS3 and Vita, and a non-Steam PC version is also available, I think the website to buy it from is Rice Digital.