has a novel core mechanic that is entertaining throughout and a compelling high concept that sets up the story well. this story did feel like a bit of a slog to get through though, often leaving me in frustrated anticipation of the next puzzle scene—where the game truly excelled. couldn’t help but feel that i would have preferred it to be either a visual novel or a puzzle game, rather than what sometimes felt like a disparate mix of the two. it is very charming though and fits the DS like a glove