God Simulator Novel Review

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By lu ren jia, 鹿人戛

3.7

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chineseWeb Novel

Genres

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action adventure comedy fantasy mystery sci-fi slice of life xuanhuan

Chapters

1103 chapters

Started

2022

Description

Lu Yao stumbled upon a pixel art game where players take on the role of a God in it, but it didn’t take him long to realize that this game connects players to the many worlds of different dimensions. The [Sacrifice] function in the game will actually allow offered sacrifices to enter his reality, while the [Blessing] function makes it possible for him to offer real life objects into the game. As a Novice God, besides from creating all kinds of natural disasters, he really couldn’t do much in the game. That was until he decided to ignore the cost and reincarnate a beautiful apostle, from then on, the whole gameplay started to change…

Publication Information

Original Publisher: qidian
Original Language: chinese
Type: Web Novel

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My Thoughts on God Simulator

"God Simulator" presents a fascinating premise: a protagonist transported into a game world with godly powers. It's a blend of genres – action, adventure, comedy, fantasy, and even a touch of sci-fi – which initially piqued my interest. After diving in, I found myself with mixed feelings, echoing some sentiments I've seen elsewhere.

First Impressions

The initial chapters are engaging. The idea of developing a village and bestowing gifts upon its inhabitants is quite compelling. I found myself eager to see how the protagonist would shape the world and what challenges would arise. The early stages of kingdom building are definitely a strong point.

What Works Well

The development plot within the game world is undeniably fun. Thinking about the possibilities for advancement and the impact of godly interventions is a major draw. The slice-of-life aspects within the game, observing the villagers and their interactions, can be quite enjoyable. I also appreciate that the protagonist isn't bogged down by typical harem tropes, which is a refreshing change of pace in this genre.

Areas of Concern

One of my main concerns is the integration of the real world. While the game world feels well-developed and engaging, the real-world plot feels disjointed and jarring. The transitions between the two feel abrupt and lack a cohesive narrative. It feels like two separate stories clumsily stitched together.

Another area that could use improvement is the protagonist's character. He comes across as somewhat passive and reactive, rather than proactive and strategic. At times, it feels like he's simply going through the motions, treating the simulator more like a game than a serious responsibility. This lack of depth can make it difficult to fully invest in his journey.

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Final Verdict

"God Simulator" has a lot of potential, and the core concept is intriguing. However, the uneven integration of the real world, the protagonist's somewhat lackluster character, and some questionable plot decisions hold it back from being truly great. If you're primarily interested in the kingdom-building aspects and can overlook the flaws in the real-world plot, it might be worth a read. Otherwise, proceed with caution. I'd give it a tentative 3 out of 5 stars.