[Review] College Kings [Act 1 & 2 Remastered / v6.3.19]

College Kings is one of the most commercially successful Western Visual Novels of the last few years. Developed by “Undergrad Steve,” it attempts to simulate the quintessential American college movie experience: Fraternities, parties, campus rivalries, and a diverse cast of love interests.

However, behind the high-budget 3D graphics and massive popularity, does the gameplay hold up? We tested the latest builds (including the massive Act 2 update) to see if this King deserves the crown.

📋 Game Specifications

📝 The Plot: Apes vs. Wolves

You play as a freshman arriving at San Vallejo College. Unlike many VNs that focus on a single linear path, College Kings forces you into a tribal conflict almost immediately. You must pledge loyalty to one of two fraternities:

• The Apes: The “Jock” path. Focused on dominance, partying, and status.

• The Wolves: The “Cool Guy” path. Focused on loyalty, chill vibes, and brotherhood.

Your choice here permanently alters the story, the parties you attend, and which characters you can romance.

🎮 Hands-On Review: The “Blockbuster” Experience

1. The Visuals (9/10)

Visually, this is one of the best-looking games in the genre. The character models (Chloe, Nora, Lauren) are distinct and high-quality. The lighting and environments—from the dorms to the fight cages—feel premium. If you play VNs for the “eye candy,” this is top-tier.

2. The Gameplay Mechanics

• The Fight Club: A unique (but controversial) mechanic is the fighting system. You act as an MMA fighter for your frat. While ambitious, the mechanic often feels like a simple “Quick Time Event” minigame that breaks the flow of the story.

• The Phone App: The game relies heavily on an in-game smartphone to receive texts and advance the plot. Warning: This feature is notoriously laggy on older devices and can cause freezes during scene transitions.

3. The Storytelling Issues

While the “Frat Life” simulation is fun, the dramatic subplots often defy logic. The “Drug Dealer” arc (involving Mr. Rose and a stash in the floorboards) has been criticized for massive plot holes—characters act irrationally, and legal consequences seem to vanish into thin air. If you can turn your brain off and enjoy the drama, it’s entertaining. If you scrutinize the writing, it falls apart.

4. Character Routes

The game uses a “Personality System” (Confident, Popular, Loyal). Your choices lock/unlock scenes.

• Pros: Characters like Nora and Chloe have deep, evolving arcs.

• Cons: The game struggles to acknowledge multiple relationships. You can technically romance multiple girls who should know each other (like roommates), yet they often act oblivious to your cheating.

📱 Android Performance

⚠️ HIGH-END DEVICE REQUIRED

• Optimization: This is a PC-first game. The Android port is heavy.

• Storage: You need significant space. The Android download is split into 3 Parts. You must download ALL parts and extract them correctly to play.

• Battery: Expect high battery drain and potential heating during “Roam” modes.

📥 Download & Installation

(The Android version is split into multiple parts due to size. Download all parts before extracting.)

📂 Windows / Linux (Act II)

• BUZZHEAVIER – DATANODES – PIXELDRAIN – UPLOADHAVEN – VIKINGFILE

📂 Mac OS

• BUZZHEAVIER – DATANODES – PIXELDRAIN – UPLOADHAVEN – VIKINGFILE

📂 Android APK (v5.0.0 – Download ALL Parts)

• Part 1: MEGA – MIXDROP – PIXELDRAIN – WORKUPLOAD

• Part 2: MEGA – MIXDROP – PIXELDRAIN – WORKUPLOAD

• Part 3: MEGA – MIXDROP – PIXELDRAIN – WORKUPLOAD

💡 Editor’s Tip

Stuck on the “Phone” Freeze?

If the game freezes when you try to open the in-game phone messages, try saving the game before clicking the phone icon, then reloading that save. This often clears the memory cache and lets the script proceed.

Next Step for You: Which Fraternity are you pledging? Team Ape or Team Wolf? Let us know in the comments—your choice changes the entire game!