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99% User Score Based on 70 reviews

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9-nine-:NewEpisode is a single player action game with fantasy, mystery and comedy themes. It was developed by PALETTE and was released on March 18, 2022. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"9-nine-:NewEpisode" is a single-player mystery visual novel game, serving as a sequel to the 9-nine- series with after stories for Miyako, Sora, Haruka, and Noa. It boasts stunning art by Izumi Tsubasu, a captivating story by Kazuki Fumi, with features like a CG gallery, music gallery, and full Japanese voice acting. It offers Japanese, English, and Chinese text options for a diverse audience.

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story16 positive mentions
  • The afterstory episode provides a satisfying conclusion to the series, tying up loose ends and offering closure for each heroine.
  • The game features an excellent soundtrack and beautiful CGs, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Fans of the series will appreciate the character growth and the chance to see all heroines receive happy endings.
  • The afterstories are quite short, leaving some players wanting more depth and content.
  • Some routes, particularly Miyako's and Haruka's, are considered boring or lacking in substance.
  • The absence of adult content in this installment feels odd to some players, given the previous games included it.
  • story
    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the 9-nine series is praised for its satisfying wrap-up and character development, effectively tying up loose ends and addressing previous plot holes. While the afterstory episodes provide a nice conclusion with happy endings for each heroine, some reviewers noted that the pacing could have been improved and that the first episode felt shorter and weaker compared to later installments. Overall, the narrative is well-received, with many appreciating the twists and emotional depth throughout the series.

    • “The afterstory episode was a nice concluding treat for the series; sad about Yoichi, but it's inevitable since we couldn't see eye to eye.”
    • “Not only does it provide a short afterstory for each of the heroines, but it also brings the adventures of the 9-nine series to a successful happy ending.”
    • “I will never regret reading the 9-nine series; words just cannot describe my feelings for being able to finish up the whole story and say goodbye to the 9-nine universe.”
    • “The standard and quality of this fan disc aren't bad, but the all-too-brief flow, the fast-moving story, and the more modest UI compared to the series make you wonder about the lack of sincerity of the developers.”
    • “This is the conclusion of the story, but all it really does is bring back all the destroyed routes so all the girls get a happy ending.”
    • “Well, the first game really suffered by this approach - with too much focus on establishing the plot and not its heroine Miyako, and I do think that with a little bit more planning, the pacing across all games could be better.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for its lovely soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience and storytelling. Users appreciate the variety in the music, alongside impressive visuals and voice acting, making it a standout feature that many would enjoy listening to outside of the game.

    • “Absurdly good soundtrack, great CGs, and a satisfying wrap-up for the story.”
    • “There are several CGs (including chibi art) shown, as well as full-on Japanese voice acting and a varied soundtrack.”
    • “As for the music, the soundtrack is lovely to listen to.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of [i]9-nine-:new episode[/i] is primarily focused on its kinetic novel format, which emphasizes narrative over interactive elements. However, concerns have been raised about punitive actions that hinder the sharing of gameplay experiences, potentially limiting community engagement and support among players.

    • “As for the gameplay, '9-nine-: new episode' is a kinetic novel, for the most part.”
    • “Now that I've gone over the story and gameplay, I'll move onto my critique.”
    • “As for the gameplay, 9-nine: new episode is a kinetic novel, for the most part.”
    • “This punitive action is incredibly concerning, as it stifles the sharing of gameplay experiences, which is a valuable resource for fellow gamers.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics maintain a strong art style influenced by Tsubasu Izumi, with users praising the overall quality. However, some players express a desire for higher resolution graphics.

    • “The art style is still great from Tsubasa Izumi-sensei!”
    • “The audio and graphics were great as always, even if the resolution isn't quite what I'd like.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is praised for its depth, particularly in the two branches that reveal the true villains, allowing players to engage more fully with the characters and their stories. Overall, the game offers ample opportunities for meaningful interactions and growth among the cast.

    • “To be fair to both of them, they're the two branches that know about the true villains and have a good amount of plot and character development, so I'm just happy for more time to spend with everyone.”
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9-nine-:NewEpisode is a action game with fantasy, mystery and comedy themes.

9-nine-:NewEpisode is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, Windows and others.

9-nine-:NewEpisode was released on March 18, 2022.

9-nine-:NewEpisode was developed by PALETTE.

9-nine-:NewEpisode has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

9-nine-:NewEpisode is a single player game.

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