# Not Exactly A Hero!

> Intriguing novel game

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1558021771](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1558021771)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1558021771`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Buff Studio Co.Ltd.
- **Category:** Simulation
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (264 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1.11
- **Last updated:** 2021-10-06
- **First published:** 2021-06-03
- **Size:** 251 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/not-exactly-a-hero/id1558021771)
- **Website:** [http://www.buffstudio.com](http://www.buffstudio.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.buffstudio.com/?page\_id=403](http://www.buffstudio.com/?page_id=403)

## Description

Not Exactly A Hero! is a free-to-play, story-driven visual novel set in a superhero universe where you play as Riley, an everyday citizen. Your choices shape relationships, plot routes, and endings, delivering a fresh take on the hero genre.

With 3 starting points, 4 side character routes, and 9 endings (plus a bonus completionist route), every playthrough feels like a new adventure. Enjoy messenger-style gameplay, stylish illustrations, and a Marvel-esque vibe as you uncover how your decisions change the city and your fate.

## Rankings

- #94,100 — Overall

## Review summary

Not Exactly A Hero! stands out for its vibrant visuals and a compelling, choice-driven story with multiple endings. Players appreciate the free-to-play approach and accessible ticket system. However, recurring drawbacks include ticket gating and paywalls that can hinder progress, unreliable ads, and translation/localization inconsistencies. Overall, a strong narrative game with room for improvement in monetization balance and accessibility.

### Pros

- Stunning art style and visuals.
- Engaging, branching story with meaningful choices and multiple endings.
- Free-to-play friendly with easy-to-earn tickets and a largely non-intrusive ad model.

### Cons

- Ticket gating and paywalls slow progress; you often need tickets or purchases to continue.
- Ads reliability issues; ads not loading or working properly.
- Localization/translation issues in dialogue.

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