- January 30, 2017
- Sleepy Duck
- 13h median play time
Learn Japanese To Survive! Katakana War
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"Learn Japanese to Survive! Katakana War" is an educational game that teaches players the Katakana writing system of the Japanese language. It's the sequel to Hiragana Battle and is designed for players with no prior knowledge of Japanese. This immersive game provides a fun and interactive way to learn a new language, with a journey full of action, adventure, and intrigue. No prior experience or additional resources are needed to start learning with this game.






- The game effectively teaches Katakana through engaging gameplay, making memorization enjoyable.
- Improvements over the previous game include better graphics, a more streamlined combat system, and the ability to see enemies on the map.
- The inclusion of voice acting and character interactions adds depth and personality to the game.
- The voice acting can be cringy and does not always match the text, which can be distracting.
- Some players found the gameplay repetitive and the story lacking in depth.
- There are technical issues, such as lag during battles and problems with keyboard configuration.
- story306 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The story in "Katakana War" is generally viewed as an improvement over its predecessor, "Hiragana Battle," with more character development and a larger cast, though it remains largely generic and often lacks depth. Players appreciate the educational quests that tie into the narrative, but many find the plot convoluted or unengaging, with some even skipping dialogue to focus on gameplay. Overall, while the story serves its purpose in supporting language learning, it is not a standout feature and is often described as mediocre or campy.
“The storyline of the game is an epic tale, resonating with the adventures and legends of Howlstrom.”
“As I ventured through this digital Japan, I encountered various characters, each unfolding a new chapter of the story and deepening my connection to the language.”
“It teaches you katakana while you are having fun and the storyline is amazing.”
“The story is... there.”
“The story and characters are pretty bad, and the gameplay (while better than the previous entry) is bland.”
“The characters are as cliché as it gets, and the story is pretty mediocre.”