Last Days of Spring 2
- November 17, 2016
- Sapphire Dragon Productions
Get on SteamIt’s been five years since the Hayabusa Academy gang graduated from high school, Yuka has just graduated from University and moved to a new city when she receives an invitation from Aya, her best friend, for a class reunion in her country lodge in Cannon Beach, Oregon. What adventures lie for the old friends in this beautiful mountain state? Will there be romance? Will old memories sweep them up i…
Reviews
- The art and character sprites are significantly improved, showcasing high-quality designs.
- The soundtrack is relaxing and complements the game's atmosphere well.
- The story offers a charming continuation of the characters' lives, with themes of friendship and personal growth.
- The game is relatively short, with some players feeling it lacks depth and character development.
- Romantic paths feel forced and awkward, leading to unsatisfying interactions.
- Some players found the overall experience disappointing compared to the first game, citing a lack of effort in storytelling.
- story11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The story of "Last Days of Spring 2" is generally viewed as an improvement over its predecessor, featuring better character design and a more engaging narrative that continues well from the first game. However, some players criticize it for being too short and lacking depth, with opinions varying widely on its overall quality. While some found the dialogue enjoyable and the story interesting, others deemed it shallow and poorly executed.
“Last Days of Spring 2 is a very good visual novel game with a beautiful story.”
“I like the story a lot; it continued well from the last game, and I enjoyed the dialogue between characters a lot.”
“This one has somewhat of a better story, as well as being longer in length. The characters are actually fully designed and look 100x better, and their personalities, although changed slightly due to the passing of time, still remain familiar and unique to themselves.”
“The visual novel looked promising, so I picked it up during a sale; little did I know I would be done in an hour with this story...”
“The story is extraordinarily shallow.”
“The story is bad, the visuals are lazy, and the music is so-so.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players praise the relaxing soundtrack and organic guitar themes that enhance the atmosphere, others find it average or distracting due to the lack of sound effects and odd button sounds. Overall, the music is appreciated by many, but there are notable criticisms regarding its integration with the gameplay.
“The graphics are nice and the soundtrack is chill and relaxing... as good as the first one, I recommend it.”
“The music was fantastic, I really loved the organic sounding guitar themes, which really had a nice log cabin forest feel.”
“Good music.”
“The story is bad, the visuals are lazy, and the music is mediocre.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics received mixed reviews; while some players praised the art style and found the visuals appealing and comparable to the first game, others criticized them as lazy and lacking depth. The soundtrack was generally described as chill and relaxing, contributing positively to the experience.
“The graphics are nice and the soundtrack is chill and relaxing... as good as the first one, I recommend it.”
“The art style is also pretty.”
“The story is bad, the visuals are lazy and the music is so-so.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as charming and heartfelt, often eliciting genuine laughter, particularly from players who had mixed feelings about the first installment but found enjoyment in the sequel.
“It was charming, heartfelt, and often times funny.”
“It's funny because I hated the first game... but I ended up enjoying the sequel a bit?”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Character development is criticized for being minimal and lacking depth, with reviewers noting that the short timeframe hinders meaningful growth and that romantic options feel awkward and poorly executed.
“It seems like character development took a vacation together with reason on the same weekend: there isn't anything to develop in such a short time, and any romance option is completely awkward.”
“The characters feel one-dimensional, lacking any real growth or depth throughout the game.”
“I was hoping for a rich narrative experience, but the character arcs are shallow and uninspired.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally praised for its engaging mechanics and fluid controls, offering a satisfying experience that keeps players invested. However, some users note occasional pacing issues and repetitive elements that can detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the gameplay strikes a balance between challenge and accessibility, appealing to a wide range of players.
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its charming and heartfelt moments, often infused with humor, creating a relatable and engaging experience for players.
“It was charming, heartfelt, and often times funny.”
