Liminal Border Part II
- March 6, 2024
- Purple Software
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…
Reviews
- The character development and world-building have become more intriguing in this installment.
- The story is well-paced and engaging, with higher stakes and improved plot progression compared to the first part.
- The art is unique and appealing, and the romance elements are heartwarming, leaving room for future development.
- Some issues with the game are becoming more apparent, suggesting it may not be as strong as the previous series by the same writer.
- The beginning of the game takes a slow pace before picking up, which may not appeal to all players.
- There are concerns that it may not reach the same level of quality as the 9-nine series.
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story in the second part is praised for being more engaging and well-paced compared to the first, effectively depicting the challenges of navigating the criminal underworld. Reviewers appreciate the balance of realism and intrigue, noting that the characters are relatable and the plot captivates as it unfolds. Overall, it is seen as a significant improvement, with fewer drawn-out moments and a more compelling narrative.
“A worthy second part to the story, further showing the struggles of navigating the criminal underworld.”
“The story has just the right amount of depth; it's not too edgy or unrealistic, and the characters are logical and relatable.”
“While at the beginning it might take it slow, the pace soon picks up to reveal the plot in all its glory.”
“I must say they really improved from the first; not many drawn-out moments anymore, but instead the story hooks you when the plot picks up the pace.”
“Story: just the right amount, not too edgy, not too unrealistic; characters are logical and understandable.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight a positive trend in character development, noting that it is complemented by engaging world-building, which enhances the overall narrative experience.
“Lately, I've started noticing some cool character development happening along with some intriguing world-building.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the emotional aspect of the game to be heartwarming, particularly praising the romance elements for their depth and potential for future development.
“The romance is heartwarming and leaves enough room for future development.”
“The emotional depth of the characters truly resonates, making every moment feel impactful.”
“I was moved to tears by the story's emotional twists and the way it explores love and loss.”