Danganronpa Decadence
- November 4, 2021
- Spike ChunSoft
- 100h median play time
Danganronpa Decadence is a great package of the three highly engaging games from Spike Chunsoft. While the collection comes included with some noticeable flaws, the overall package is worth every penny for die-hard fans of the series.
Danganronpa Decadence contains the three main titles in the legendary Danganronpa franchise, Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc Anniversary Edition, Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair Anniversary Edition, and Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony Anniversary Edition, and also features the brand-new title Danganronpa S: Ultimate Summer Camp, a boardgame-style bonus game with all-new scenes and interactions bet…
Nintendo Switch
Reviews
- The Danganronpa series offers an engaging and addictive mix of mystery and visual novel elements, appealing to a wide audience.
- The collection includes three highly acclaimed games along with a new title, providing great value for fans and newcomers alike.
- The characters are well-developed and the storylines are captivating, making for a thrilling gameplay experience.
- Danganronpa S: Ultimate Summer Camp is considered the weakest entry, with gameplay that feels shallow and repetitive.
- There are noticeable technical issues, such as audio lag and framerate problems, particularly in the port of Danganronpa V3.
- Some physical editions arrived with quality issues, such as dents in the packaging, which disappointed some collectors.
- gameplay10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay in this series is characterized by a captivating mix of mystery and engaging mechanics, offering hours of diverse and entertaining experiences across the titles. While some entries face criticism for framerate issues and certain gameplay elements, the core gameplay loop remains compelling, featuring deduction-based challenges and a variety of minigames that enhance the narrative. Despite some weaknesses, the combination of gripping storylines and memorable characters contributes to an overall enjoyable gameplay experience.
“The story that is told in this series does have a few weak points, but it’s the mysteries and gameplay loop that make this game so exciting and fun.”
“All four of the games give you many hours of continuous, new gameplay.”
“A fantastic narrative in each game, an unforgettable cast of characters, great visuals and art design, enthralling gameplay.”
“Ultimate Summer Camp is pretty mediocre; some of the gameplay elements don't hold up very well.”
“Framerate issues on Nintendo Switch, gacha mechanics in Danganronpa S, gameplay in Danganronpa S doesn't hold much weight.”
“Framerate issues on Nintendo Switch, gacha mechanics in Danganronpa S, gameplay in Danganronpa S doesn't hold much weight.”
- story9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The story in this series is engaging and captivating, featuring intriguing mysteries and well-developed characters that resonate with players. While some reviewers note a few weak points, the overall narrative and aesthetic elements, including music and visuals, enhance the experience, making it particularly appealing to fans of murder mysteries and anime. The gameplay loop is also praised for its entertainment value, contributing to the series' strong storytelling appeal.
“I didn’t know about Danganronpa, and the story and characters quickly became some of my favorites of all time.”
“The aesthetic and music are a step above the rest, and while the story can be a little wild at times, it will always keep you engaged.”
“The plot is weird and interesting.”
“The story that is told in this series does have a few weak points, but it’s the mysteries and gameplay loop that make this game so exciting and fun.”
“The aesthetic and music is a step above the rest and while the story can be a little wild at times, it will always keep you engaged.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their high quality and engaging visuals, with many noting that they hold up well on the Nintendo Switch. The artwork is described as impressive, contributing to an overall aesthetic that enhances the gaming experience. However, potential buyers should be aware of some graphic content, particularly if considering it for younger audiences.
“The graphics and visuals hold up well on the Switch.”
“The aesthetic and music are a step above the rest, and while the story can be a little wild at times, it will always keep you engaged.”
“Great visuals and art design.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, contributing significantly to the overall aesthetic and engagement of the experience. Reviewers highlight the amazing soundtrack as a standout feature, enhancing the gripping storyline and stunning visual design. The limited edition's inclusion of a high-quality soundtrack further emphasizes its value.
“The aesthetic and music is a step above the rest and while the story can be a little wild at times, it will always keep you engaged.”
“And the limited edition is very nice, and it’s actually worth the extra $40; the steel box, soundtrack, lenticular prints, and cloth poster are all very high quality.”
“[Amazing soundtrack, gripping storyline, stunning visual design and characters, entertaining gameplay in original trilogy].”
“The music is forgettable and doesn't add much to the overall experience.”
“The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“While the visuals are impressive, the music fails to leave a lasting impression.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while "Danganronpa Decadence" offers engaging murder mysteries, the side-game is criticized for being overly grindy and less enjoyable, detracting from the overall experience. Some players feel that the grinding elements are unnecessary and can overshadow the more serious narrative moments.
“Danganronpa Decadence is a very fine package that delivers a trio of deliciously devious and salacious murder mysteries, plus a grindy side-game we can live without.”
“No Ultra Despair Girls; Japanese wackiness can dull serious moments, and the new game is mostly grinding.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as both funny and dramatic, though it often delves into problematic territory, making it unsuitable for children and potentially challenging for adults due to its brash content. Despite this, it features memorable characters and a clever script that contributes to its comedic appeal.
“Trigger Happy Havoc offers a memorable killing game with fantastic characters and a genuinely funny and smart script.”
“The main games here are funny, dramatic, and pretty problematic, so exercise some caution — this is resolutely not a game for kids, but even adults will struggle with some of its less savory or more overtly brash, thoughtless content.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The optimization of Danganronpa has been criticized, particularly on the Switch, where performance issues have been noted. Players recommend waiting for a patch or opting for other platforms for a better experience.
“I would highly recommend playing Danganronpa if you have any interest in murder mysteries or visual novels, either on Switch after they patch the performance issues or on another platform.”
“I would highly recommend playing Danganronpa if you have any sort of interest in murder mystery or visual novels, either on Switch after they patch the performance issues or on another platform.”
Critic Reviews
Danganronpa Decadence Review – Cardboard Cutouts Never Looked So Good
Danganronpa Decadence has been a long time coming. The series itself is just such a perfect fit for the handheld device, and coming back to it has been such a joy. This is the kind of series that keeps you up at night, jabbing at your screen under the covers in the dark as you soak in every new bit of information, trying to unravel the mystery. It's completely engrossing, and a wonderful addition to the Switch library.
80%Danganronpa: Decadence Review – A killer collection
I would highly recommend playing Danganronpa if you have any sort of interest in murder mystery or visual novels, either on Switch after they patch the performance issues or on another platform. The games are a lot of fun and you are sure to be sucked into them. The aesthetic and music is a step above the rest and while the story can be a little wild at times, it will always keep you engaged. It is nice that Danganronpa has returned to its portable roots, but upsetting that the ports are a little rough around the edges. I wouldn’t say this is the best way to play the series in its current state, but hopefully that will change in time.
80%Danganronpa Decadence Review
Danganronpa Decadence is a very fine package that delivers a trio of deliciously devious and salacious murder mysteries, plus a grindy side-game we can live without. The main games here are funny, dramatic and pretty problematic, so exercise some caution — this is resolutely not a game for kids, but even adults will struggle with some of its less savoury or more overtly brash, thoughtless content. If they sound at all appealing, though, we urge you to check the games out for yourself, as they're classics in the visual novel genre. Trigger Happy Havoc offers a memorable Killing Game with fantastic characters and a genuinely funny and smart script. Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair is even sicker and more delightfully disturbing than the marvellous original; it doesn't match its predecessor in some ways but makes up for its shortcomings in others. Our favourite is definitely the epic third game, though — go in blind and we promise you'll be in for the ride of your life.
80%
Play time
Videos
Similar Games
