Liminal Border Part II

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A visual novel, second game of a four-part series. CHARACTERS Kotoko Teshigawara (Voice: Ion Momoyama) A student in the grade above our protagonist at the same school, and the heroine of Part II. Her father the boss of a crime syndicate, Kotoko still has a sense of what is just and right. With Itsuki and the gang in twenty million yen of debt, she hopes to be of at least some use to them, ha…

Genres & Tags

Adventure

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

story7 positive mentions

Engaging and complex narrative that delves into the dark themes of crime and Yakuza, with strong character development.
High-quality hand-drawn art style that enhances the immersive experience, featuring detailed character designs.
Captivating plot with intense moments and a focus on character dynamics, particularly the evolving relationship between Itsuki and Kotoko.

Linear gameplay with minimal player choices, which may limit engagement and interactivity.
Censorship of sexual content with mosaics obscuring genitalia, which may disappoint players seeking explicit scenes.
Lack of animated scenes, resulting in a static presentation that may detract from the overall experience.

story
31 mentions
23 % positive mentions
68 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The story of this visual novel, the second installment in a four-part series, is a linear narrative that delves into themes of crime, drugs, and personal growth, particularly focusing on the protagonist Itsuki and his evolving relationship with the heroine, Kotoko. While the game features compelling character arcs and a gritty art style that enhances its dark themes, it lacks interactive choices, making it primarily a reading experience. The narrative is praised for its depth and character development, setting up high stakes for future episodes, although some may find the reduced number of adult scenes disappointing compared to the first installment.
- “The story is driven by themes of corruption, loyalty, and survival, with suspense building as the group’s situation becomes increasingly perilous, setting up high stakes for the next episode.”
- “With a single, linear storyline, the game focuses on reading and experiencing Itsuki’s journey through a compelling narrative.”
- “Its engaging story and distinctive art style offer a unique experience, although it lacks interactivity.”
- “The game has an even more linear story than the previous installment, lacking any choices to make throughout. However, in terms of narrative content, it is considerably better as it takes advantage of the fact that you already know the characters from the previous game, focusing fully on developing the main characters by sharing their past.”
- “While the beginning might take it slow, the pace soon picks up to reveal the plot in all its glory. Unfortunately, the story remains primarily linear, with minimal interactive elements or choices, emphasizing reading and following the narrative.”
- “Overall, it is an interesting visual novel with varied adult themes such as drugs, sex, and yakuza. However, despite being an eroge game, the sexual scenes take a back seat and are only used to add rawness to the story, which may disappoint those looking for more explicit content.”
graphics
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a distinctive hand-drawn art style that combines a gritty aesthetic with detailed character designs, effectively enhancing the dark themes of the story. While the visuals are praised for their quality and unique appeal, the overall experience is somewhat limited by a linear narrative without player choices.
- “The hand-drawn art style features a unique, gritty aesthetic that enhances the dark themes of the story.”
- “I appreciate the detailed, hand-drawn character designs with a unique and attractive aesthetic.”
- “The game showcases hand-drawn visuals that provide a distinctive art style, offering a unique experience.”
- “The game showcases hand-drawn visuals with mosaics covering genitalia, adhering to Japanese content regulations.”
- “The graphics feature a hand-drawn art style with a unique, gritty aesthetic that enhances the dark themes of the story.”
- “The graphics are detailed and high quality, but the overall presentation feels limited.”
character development
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The game features a captivating narrative with notable character development that enhances the overall experience, encouraging players to revisit the story. The hand-drawn character designs are praised for their unique aesthetic, contributing to the game's appeal. However, some players have noted that additional content may require external patches.
- “Lately, I've started noticing some cool character development happening along with some intriguing world-building.”
- “Interesting story and good character development.”
- “The game is mainly a linear story, but its captivating narrative and character development may encourage revisiting in anticipation of future episodes.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heartwarming romance and deeper character development, particularly through the evolving relationship between the main character and Kotoko Teshigawara. Despite a more linear narrative with no player choices, the story effectively builds on established character backgrounds, showcasing themes of personal growth, rebellion, and emotional intimacy.
- “The romance is heartwarming and leaves enough room for future development.”
- “This game has a more linear story than the previous installment, but it excels in narrative content by fully developing the main characters. The protagonist gradually acquires courage, while Kotoko Teshigawara rebels against her father to prove her self-worth, leading to a trusting and emotionally rich relationship with the main character.”
music
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The music in this visual novel is praised for its excellent quality and variety, enhancing the overall experience. The background music complements the artistic style, while the high-level Japanese voice acting adds depth to the characters and story development. However, the game features fewer sexual scenes compared to its predecessor, shifting the focus more towards narrative and character development.
- “The game maintains a very good artistic section with the anime style, as well as the sound section continuing with decent background music and a high level of Japanese voice acting.”
- “The variety of background music is of excellent quality.”
- “The music enhances the overall experience, providing an immersive atmosphere that complements the storytelling.”
- “The background music is decent, but it doesn't really stand out or enhance the overall experience.”
- “While the voice acting is of high quality, the music feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “The soundtrack is forgettable and fails to create an engaging atmosphere for the story.”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly without any significant issues reported by users.
- “The game runs smoothly with no significant issues reported.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains a steady frame rate throughout.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users generally find the replayability of the game to be high, citing various factors such as multiple endings, diverse character choices, and dynamic gameplay elements that encourage repeated playthroughs. Many appreciate the depth and variety that keep the experience fresh, making it enjoyable to revisit.
- “The replay value is incredible; every playthrough feels fresh with new challenges and choices.”
- “I love how each run can be completely different, thanks to the variety of paths and outcomes available.”
- “The game encourages multiple playthroughs with its branching storylines and unlockable content.”
gameplay
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics and fluid controls, providing a satisfying experience that keeps players invested. However, some users noted occasional pacing issues and a lack of variety in certain gameplay elements. Overall, it strikes a balance between challenge and accessibility, appealing to both casual and hardcore gamers.