Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls

Danganronpa did it again. Another Episode was heartpounding, mind blowing, and for the millionth time, filled with despair. So do yourself a favour, fill yourself with hope, and absolutely play this must have entry in the Danganronpa franchise.

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82% User Score Based on 3,038 reviews

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Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls is a single player survival hack and slash game with horror, thriller, anime and science fiction themes. It was developed by Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd. and was released on June 27, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls" is a spin-off of the visual novel series, set between the first two games. This third-person adventure game features horror elements and follows Komaru Naegi as she tries to survive in a city overrun by Monokuma robots. The game takes place in the aftermath of the tragic events of Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc, and offers a darker, action-oriented perspective on the series' trademark trial scenes and storytelling.

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story434 positive mentions

grinding27 negative mentions

The game features a unique blend of third-person shooter mechanics and puzzle-solving elements, providing a refreshing change from the traditional visual novel format of the Danganronpa series.
The character development and dynamic between Komaru Naegi and Toko Fukawa are well-executed, making their relationship a highlight of the game.
The story expands on the Danganronpa universe, providing deeper lore and context for events that occur in the mainline games.

The game contains disturbing themes, including child abuse and sexualization of minors, which are handled poorly and can be uncomfortable for players.
Gameplay can feel repetitive and clunky, with frustrating camera controls and a lack of engaging combat mechanics.
The pacing is often interrupted by lengthy cutscenes and dialogue, which can detract from the overall experience.

story
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The story of "Danganronpa: Another Episode - Ultra Despair Girls" is a significant and often dark continuation of the Danganronpa narrative, focusing on themes of trauma, friendship, and the complexities of morality in a dystopian setting. Players follow Komaru Naegi, the sister of the protagonist from the first game, as she navigates a city overrun by children turned antagonists, uncovering deep character backstories and plot twists that enrich the overall lore of the series. While the gameplay has received mixed reviews, the story remains a highlight, providing essential context for the events leading into the subsequent Danganronpa titles.
- “Once you can get used to its unorthodox visuals and gameplay, what awaits is a surprisingly heartfelt story about friendship and trust in the most unlikely of circumstances, while also being a treat for those who wish to know how exactly the story of Super Danganronpa 2 came to take place.”
- “The story’s emphasis on the Warriors of Hope adds depth to the franchise’s exploration of trauma, childhood, and the cyclical nature of violence.”
- “The story is great, as in all the Danganronpa games I have played, and expands on Toko and Genocide Jack if you want to know more about them.”
- “The so-called plot twist was abysmal, and the ending felt anticlimactic.”
- “I am genuinely at a loss for words with how horrific this game presents its themes and the story as a whole.”
- “The story is awful and tries way too hard to be edgy and complex; sounding just like awful fanfiction.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of "Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls" has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its significant departure from the traditional visual novel format of the series. While some appreciate the introduction of third-person shooting mechanics and puzzle-solving elements, others criticize the gameplay as repetitive, clunky, and lacking polish, often overshadowing the engaging story and character development. Overall, the game is seen as a unique but flawed addition to the Danganronpa franchise, appealing primarily to dedicated fans of the series.
- “Once you can get used to its unorthodox visuals and gameplay, what awaits is a surprisingly heartfelt story about friendship and trust in the most unlikely of circumstances, while also being a treat for those who wish to know how exactly the story of Super Danganronpa 2 came to take place.”
- “It never feels like any mechanic was introduced and then forgotten—truth bullets are consistently integrated into puzzles and combat alike, and just when you think the game has dropped a mechanic, it reappears in a meaningful way.”
- “The gameplay is fun and unique, even if a little touchy at times, and the story is allowed to go much deeper into the twisted world of Danganronpa.”
- “On paper, the gameplay has potential, but in practice it feels unbalanced and poorly tuned.”
- “The gameplay feels slow, repetitive, and clunky.”
- “The gameplay is completely different from the other Danganronpa games; you control Komaru Naegi and Toko Fukawa against some talented kids.”
graphics
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The graphics of "Danganronpa: Ultra Despair Girls" have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that the art style is inconsistent and often rough, reflecting its origins as a PS Vita title. While some appreciate the unique blend of 2D and 3D elements and the vibrant color palette, others criticize the overall quality, describing it as subpar and reminiscent of older console graphics. Despite these criticisms, the game's distinctive aesthetic and character designs still resonate with fans, contributing to its charm and appeal.
- “The mix of 3D models, the iconic execution art style, and the usual sprites made for a visually interesting game.”
- “I love Danganronpa's bright color usage, unique art style, and animations; both the voice acting and soundtrack are great, and all that remained in Ultra Despair Girls.”
- “The graphics are great, the environments are pleasing to explore, and the gameplay is fun, though there are a lot of cutscenes and it's very dialogue-heavy.”
- “The graphics leave a lot to be desired, since this is a PSVita original ported to PC; everything will expectedly look on par with a PS2 game from the RenderWare engine.”
- “The graphics are sub-par as well; however, the interesting story makes it tolerable.”
- “The multiple cutscene art styles clash like going between a budget anime to a high school fan MMD project, to low resolution classic stylistic animatics.”
music
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The music in the game has received a mixed reception, with many praising the soundtrack for its catchy and atmospheric qualities, consistent with the Danganronpa series. While some players appreciate the blend of new tracks and remixes from previous games, others find the music repetitive or feel that it lacks originality. Overall, the soundtrack is often highlighted as a standout feature, enhancing the game's emotional depth and engagement.
- “The audio design complements the visuals well, with a haunting and energetic soundtrack that fluctuates between unsettling atmospheres and adrenaline-pumping combat themes, alongside strong voice acting that brings emotional weight to the narrative.”
- “The music is really good, which is par for the course for the games, with a mix of old songs from past games and new ones that sound jazzy and upbeat, especially the main theme which is stuck in my head.”
- “The soundtrack is superb, like all Danganronpa games, and it tastefully reuses several songs from previous games while also adding some new great tracks.”
- “The music becomes repetitive and the protagonist sometimes is annoying; I liked the game only because I get to know more about the lore of Danganronpa.”
- “Never saw worse character writing and not even the soundtrack is original; they mostly use the songs from the previous games, the graphics look disgusting as well.”
- “Musically, however, the game is about as underwhelming as your average visual novel.”
humor
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The humor in "Danganronpa: Another Episode - Ultra Despair Girls" is a mix of absurdity, dark comedy, and character-driven moments, often oscillating between genuinely funny and deeply unsettling. While some players appreciate the series' trademark humor and character dynamics, others find the treatment of sensitive topics through humor to be inappropriate and distasteful. Overall, the game maintains a unique comedic tone that may resonate with fans of the franchise, but it also risks alienating those who are sensitive to its darker themes.
- “Experiencing Danganronpa’s trademark humor and writing through this gameplay style is unexpectedly hilarious.”
- “The tone is classic Danganronpa—equal parts absurd, disturbing, and hilarious.”
- “The characters are perfect: Komaru is a very likable protagonist, and her bickering with Toko is hilarious.”
- “This game is really unfunny and does not cover problematic topics well. In my opinion, it caters to a lot of fetishes and tries to capitalize on them.”
- “One of the real problems is that some characters are flat and bland; one example being Jataro, who is annoying and unfunny in my opinion.”
- “The addition of Haiji and his general creepiness was so unnecessary; was it supposed to be funny?”
character development
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Character development is a standout feature in the game, particularly the evolving relationship between the protagonists, Toko and Komaru, which is praised for its depth and authenticity. Many reviewers highlight Toko's significant growth throughout the story, transforming her from a less likable character in previous installments to a more relatable and well-rounded individual. Overall, the game effectively combines character development with engaging storytelling, making it a compelling experience for fans of the series.
- “The character development of Toko is amazing and has to be one of my favorite parts of the game.”
- “The dynamic and character development between Komaru and Toko is amazing.”
- “I absolutely love the character development that Komaru sparks in Toko, and the subtle hints of each villain's backstory before it's completely revealed.”
- “The character development isn't as good as DR1 and DR2.”
- “She's whiny, neurotic, annoying, and insulting pretty much all the time, and while they try to give her some kind of character development, it falls far too short as she's still just as irritating as she's always been.”
- “Most of their character development is bludgeoned into the player.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is a mixed bag, with many players praising its heartfelt story about friendship and character development, particularly between the protagonists, Komaru and Toko. While some moments are genuinely touching and impactful, others are marred by uncomfortable themes and excessive fanservice that detract from the emotional storytelling. Overall, the game elicits a range of feelings, from heartwarming connections to discomfort, making it a polarizing experience for players.
- “It delivers character-driven moments with surprising emotional impact—seamlessly slipping from absurd humor to heartfelt introspection.”
- “Watching them grow closer, complementing and challenging each other, is genuinely heartwarming.”
- “The story and characters help carry the game from a bland shooter to a genuinely touching experience.”
- “It's just a really boring story; the gameplay is mediocre, and there's way too much repetitive gameplay in each chapter.”
- “Boring story and underwhelming gameplay.”
grinding
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and often frustrating, with many noting that it detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some appreciate the challenges and lore, the repetitive nature of tasks, slow character movement, and the need for multiple playthroughs to achieve 100% completion contribute to a sense of monotony. Overall, the grinding can feel excessive and may lead to a lack of satisfaction in gameplay progression.
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The game itself is pretty tedious and the story barely makes it worthwhile.”
- “However, the gameplay itself is utterly unbearable, just grinding your way through dull monokumas.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is described as dark, edgy, and immersive, effectively blending unsettling elements with moments of humor. Many reviewers appreciate the haunting soundtrack and strong audio-visual design that enhance the emotional weight of the narrative, while the game's gore and bleak themes contribute to a uniquely intense experience. Overall, it stands out as the most atmospheric entry in the Danganronpa series, appealing to fans who appreciate its darker storytelling and complex emotional undertones.
- “The audio design complements the visuals well, with a haunting and energetic soundtrack that fluctuates between unsettling atmospheres and adrenaline-pumping combat themes, alongside strong voice acting that brings emotional weight to the narrative.”
- “This game does a great job of fleshing out the despair-stricken world we've grown to love all while maintaining the atmosphere and vibe of the series.”
- “The storytelling is amazing, the characters are likable, the music is great, and the atmosphere is so well done.”
- “In comparison to the other Danganronpa games, this one is by far the most gory and creepy atmosphere.”
- “There are, like in most of the series, many dark and triggering implications in the story, which helps build a bleak atmosphere that the story can take place in.”
- “The setting and atmosphere is brutal.”
optimization
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players noting that it runs smoothly and performs well on modern PCs, while others criticize the port for requiring high specs and experiencing issues at 4K resolution. The cutscenes and lengthy chapters have been described as uncomfortable and poorly integrated, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, while the game has its strengths in performance and presentation, it falls short in optimization for certain platforms.
- “It's the best version of the game, certainly better than the bafflingly bad PS4 port, though both are preferable to the Vita version for performance reasons.”
- “The port for this game is good - I have not had any problems in terms of performance so far.”
- “For now, I have only played the prologue, but the game looks very good and has not had any performance issues.”
- “Not optimized for PC very well, mediocre port at best, so your specs need to be way higher than anything sensible.”
- “Optimization is rough on 4K.”
- “Be warned, the chapters in my opinion are way too long for a grading system of performance, so if you're not ready for long hauls of gameplay that requires good performance for a good score, save and quit while you're ahead.”
stability
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The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs affecting gameplay, such as shots not registering, visual glitches, and issues with achievements. Players have experienced significant interruptions due to these glitches, including the need to restart levels and problems with camera controls. While some found the game entertaining despite its flaws, the overall consensus is that the stability issues detract from the experience.
- “The game was also really buggy with shots not registering as headshots (technically eye-shots in this game) or sometimes even not registering at all.”
- “The very beginning has an unacceptable bug in which half of the screen has a black cover that is obviously meant to be a black fade for cutscenes and gameplay - but it's not designed correctly to always work. I don't want to put in even a minute of effort to fix something that should be correct out of the box. As someone very enthusiastic about this series, it killed my interest in seeing this one. I can accept that it's not the highest budget game, but those visual glitches negate the other qualities like the great voice acting, and the other games don't have glaring issues like this.”
- “Also, some of the achievements are glitchy, and there are a few glitches present within the game which prevented me from moving forward, so I had to restart a few levels.”
replayability
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The reviews indicate a mixed perception of replayability, with some players finding the game infinitely replayable due to its engaging gameplay and characters, while others criticize it for having little to no replay value, primarily enjoying it for the storyline on a single playthrough. Overall, the game's replayability seems to hinge on individual interest in the narrative and gameplay experience.
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “Exquisite gameplay, interesting characters, has replayability, good storyline.”
- “For a game that I really only played once and have no intention of playing again, I can't really recommend it for its full price. I only really played it for the storyline as it does explain some plot holes, but honestly, the gameplay and animation quality was extremely mediocre. If you don't care for the overarching storyline of Danganronpa, I wouldn't recommend playing it compared to the other games. Overall, not a bad game, but in my opinion, not worth the higher price tag, especially since it had very little replayability.”
- “There is little to no replay value, and you only get a book for beating the game (yes, like a book you read), so that first time is what you're paying for.”
- “Little to no replayability.”
monetization
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The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for feeling excessive, with users noting that the heavy presence of advertisements and promotional content gives it a cash grab impression.
- “There are so many of them, they're almost like ads.”
- “This game is a cash grab.”

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Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls is a survival hack and slash game with horror, thriller, anime and science fiction themes.

Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Phone, PlayStation 4 and others.

The main story can be completed in around 17 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 26 hours to finish. On average players spend around 28 hours playing Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls.

Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls was released on June 27, 2017.

Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls was developed by Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd..

Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls is a single player game.

Similar games include Danganronpa V3:Killing Harmony, Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair, Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc, Persona 5 Strikers, SILENT HILL f and others.

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