Aokana: Four Rhythms Across the Blue Extra2
- December 16, 2022
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Get on Steam"Aokana: Four Rhythms Across the Blue - EXTRA2" is the sequel to the award-winning visual novel, focusing on Misaki's story. Set after her tournament victory, Misaki and Masaya face new challenges in FC and their relationship. They must navigate fame, rivalry, and personal growth to decide their future. No information available on release date or developer.
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Reviews
- The game features a captivating story with well-written characters, particularly focusing on Misaki's development and emotional journey.
- The visuals and music are exceptional, enhancing the overall experience and immersion during the intense Flying Circus matches.
- Extra 2 serves as a satisfying conclusion to Misaki's story, providing a perfect blend of romance and competitive spirit that resonates with fans of the original Aokana.
- Some players felt that Misaki's character could be annoying at times, particularly during slice-of-life and romance scenes.
- The game is relatively short, leaving some players wanting more content and depth in certain areas.
- While the remixed music tracks were appreciated, some fans expressed disappointment with the quality of the remade songs compared to the original.
- story72 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The story in "Aokana: Extra 2" is praised for its strong pacing, well-developed characters, and emotional depth, effectively concluding Misaki's journey while intertwining themes of romance and competition. Reviewers highlight the engaging narrative that builds upon the original game, offering a satisfying blend of action-packed scenes and character development, particularly for Misaki, who retains her charm and complexity. Overall, it is seen as a compelling sequel that enriches the lore and emotional stakes of the series, making it a must-play for fans.
“The afterstory of Misaki provides a deeper dive into understanding her character, offering a heartwarming romance and a fitting closure for her story.”
“This isn't a simple after story; this is a sequel that tackles side characters and handles them spectacularly.”
“It's a gripping story with lots of epic match scenes that will thrill you, showcasing Misaki's journey and character development in a satisfying manner.”
“The only thing I don't much like is that the story is too short and the price may be somewhat high.”
“This isn't a simple after story; this is a sequel.”
“While Mashiro's was more of a short romantic side story, Misaki's is quite a bit longer and is more of a continuation and conclusion of her character development from the previous game.”
- music24 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in "Aokana Extra 2" has received widespread acclaim for its high production quality and emotional resonance, enhancing both the gameplay and narrative experience. With a total of 54 tracks, including remakes and new compositions, the soundtrack effectively complements key moments, from intense matches to romantic scenes. While most tracks are praised, some remade songs have drawn criticism, but overall, the OST is considered a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's immersion.
“The music slapped as always, and I loved how the story went into how Misaki felt after winning the fall tournament.”
“So I finally finished Aokana Extra 2 today, and my goodness, there is a lot I want to say. Extra 2's soundtrack really amazed me with how good it is, even being spoiled with the soundtracks for Final Fantasy IX, X, and XIV, along with the Xenoblade soundtracks.”
“The music plays a major role in the immersion of the story.”
“I'm really surprised by the quality of the OST; the music fits really well with the environment of the story, especially in the romantic and fight scenes.”
“So I finally finished Aokana Extra 2 today, and my goodness, there are a lot of things I want to say. First, I came here after waiting for a year for new Aokana content outside the audio dramas and soundtrack. With Extra 1 being my most played game because I listen to the soundtrack while studying, Extra 2's soundtrack really amazed me with how good it is, even being spoiled with the soundtracks for Final Fantasy IX, X, and XIV, along with the Xenoblade soundtracks.”
- character development9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
Character development in this game is highly praised, particularly for the character Misaki, whose journey is described as inspiring and reflective of real-life competition experiences. Reviewers appreciate the balance of psychology, romance, and action, noting that Misaki's development is both substantial and engaging, making her route a standout feature of the game. Overall, the character arcs are seen as a significant enhancement to the narrative, providing depth and entertainment throughout the gameplay.
“Misaki is really the best girl with the best character development and story.”
“This recaptures what made the original Aokana great - psychology and character development, action and strategy, comedy, romance... all in balance.”
“While Mashiro's was more of a short romantic side story, Misaki's is quite a bit longer and is more of a continuation and conclusion of her character development from the previous game.”
“While Mashiro's story was more of a short romantic side story, Misaki's is quite a bit longer and serves as a continuation and conclusion of her character development from the previous game.”
“Without going into spoilers, it was a really good ride, with a lot of matches that will get the blood pumping, a lot of jokes, and a lot of character development.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their stunning visual quality, featuring native 1440p assets and detailed artwork that enhances the overall experience. While the visuals are described as impressive, some users noted that the scenes can be short and limited in number. Additionally, the game includes a gallery with a substantial collection of individual CGs and SD artworks, further showcasing its artistic strengths.
“Though to sum it up, Aokana is a stunning visual novel boasting native 1440p assets, loving detail, slideshow anime level visuals, and a well-rounded package of overwhelming outer strength at the only cost of 'just normal' levels of engine finesse.”
“Some great FC matches and top-tier artwork from the creators.”
“Features the after story with Misaki; has good artwork, fully voiced, and a free 18+ patch available.”
“Though to sum it up, Aokana is a stunning visual novel boasting native 1440p assets, loving detail, slideshow anime-level visuals, and a well-rounded package of overwhelming outer strength at the only cost of 'just normal' levels of engine finesse.”
“The graphical and technical quality leaves much to be desired, with some elements feeling outdated and lacking polish.”
“While the character designs are appealing, the overall graphics do not match the expectations set by modern visual novels.”
- emotional7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its well-paced story and well-developed characters, evoking genuine feelings of sadness and happiness. Players appreciate the heartwarming moments and satisfying conclusions, although some find certain comedic elements less appealing. Overall, the game is praised for its beautiful art, music, and the depth of its romantic narratives, particularly in the extra content.
“The story has good pacing and well-written characters; it makes sense and made me feel genuine sadness and happiness in some moments.”
“It has a nice storyline, some emotional moments, and ends in a manner that leaves you content.”
“It's a deeper dive into understanding Misaki's character, a heartwarming romance, and a fitting closure for her story.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Aokana - Four Rhythms Across the Blue - Extra2" is minimal, primarily consisting of clicking, as it is a visual novel. Players are advised to complete the main game first, as the extra content is a standalone addition that follows the original storyline.
“Gameplay in 'Aokana: Four Rhythms Across the Blue - Extra2' is engaging and offers a standalone experience built in the Unity engine, with events that unfold after the main game, making it advisable to play the original first.”
“In a visual novel, the gameplay primarily consists of clicking through the story.”
“In a visual novel, there is no gameplay to speak of other than clicking.”
“Gameplay/story: Aokana - Four Rhythms Across the Blue - Extra2 is a standalone extra content made in Unity engine; the timeline/events occur after the main game (Aokana), so it is advised to play the main game first.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of quirky and endearing moments, particularly through the character Misaki, whose strange yet loyal personality adds a comedic touch to the narrative. Players appreciate her ability to balance humor with emotional depth, making her a memorable and entertaining companion.
“This dives further into Misaki, with the funny, the epic, and the drama.”
“As a girlfriend, she is lovely and loyal, with a kind of strange humor that may make you mad, but she will always know what you want and will always be by your side.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report excellent stability, noting that the game runs smoothly without any bugs.
“No bugs at all, runs great!!!”
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
“I've experienced consistent performance throughout my playtime.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, while the game's optimization may have some shortcomings, it does not detract from the overall experience, as players still find the performance effects impressive and engaging.
“The optimization in this game is impressive; it really enhances the overall experience.”
“The performance tweaks make a noticeable difference, allowing for smoother gameplay.”
“Even with high settings, the game runs flawlessly, showcasing excellent optimization.”
