Ne no Kami - The Two Princess Knights of Kyoto Part 2
- September 7, 2017
- Kuro Irodoru Yomiji
Get on SteamIn Ne no Kami - The Two Princess Knights of Kyoto Part 2, players continue the story from Part 1, following the journey of two high school girls who become connected to ancient deities. As they navigate through a world of mythology and mystery, they must fight against supernatural enemies to protect Kyoto and uncover the truth about their destiny. This visual novel offers engaging characters, beautiful artwork, and a captivating narrative that combines Japanese folklore with modern themes.
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Reviews
- The plot is solid and engaging, with satisfying setups and payoffs that keep the story interesting.
- Character development, particularly for Ruka, is well-executed, adding depth to the narrative.
- The art direction, music, and voice acting maintain a high quality, enhancing the overall experience.
- The worldbuilding is inconsistent and introduces foreign mythology without proper foreshadowing, breaking immersion.
- Some character arcs, particularly Len's, are mishandled, leading to disappointment in their development.
- The game ends on a cliffhanger, leaving unresolved plot points and creating frustration for players seeking closure.
- story53 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its depth, character development, and engaging plot twists, while others criticize the introduction of foreign mythology without proper setup, which undermines the narrative's believability. Many players appreciate the emotional range and pacing, noting that the sequel builds on the first part's foundation effectively, though some express frustration with unresolved plot threads and the potential for sequel bait. Overall, while the storytelling has its flaws, it remains compelling and has left players eager for future installments.
“The characters are all pretty interesting, the story is compelling, and in my opinion, it moves at a pace that doesn't leave me bored at all.”
“Another great story, ending amazing... I am more and more interested in seeing what will become of this game and series.”
“Len's development from a schoolgirl coming to terms with her status as a princess knight without knowing who her parents are, her affection for her lover and close friends, and eventually coming to terms with herself as a supernatural being kept this story exciting as a thriller, making this title the best of the series.”
“The introduction of a foreign mythology with no foreshadowing destroyed any sense of believability this story had, and took me out of the story completely.”
“From a storytelling perspective, it's a disaster.”
“It's surprising how the writers could keep track of the many setups to give satisfying payoffs, but not realize that introducing foreign mythology with no setup would damage the story this badly.”
- music11 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been consistently praised, with standout themes like the princess knight's waltz and impactful insert and ending songs that enhance emotional moments. Reviewers noted the addition of new tracks and an overall amazing soundtrack, contributing to the game's storytelling and character development. While some aspects remained unchanged, the music continues to be a highlight, elevating the gaming experience.
“Another great story, amazing music... I am more and more interested in seeing what will become of this game and series.”
“The music was great, and the story is one of the best I've encountered, which is saying something as I've read thousands of books and played hundreds of games.”
“Art direction, character art style, sound effects, music, performance, and voice acting remained the same, with no improvement or regression.”
“The insert song and the ending theme song do very well to bring out a particularly difficult moment for the protagonist and the ending respectively.”
“Hopefully, I can get the full opening and original soundtrack.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game maintain a consistent art direction and character style, with no significant changes in performance or voice acting. However, there are notable improvements in visual quality, particularly in vibrant battle sequences and enhanced artwork, which elevate the overall aesthetic and keep players engaged. The addition of more dynamic action scenes and accompanying music further enhances the visual experience.
“In terms of artwork, it has a few improved visuals by featuring vibrant battle sequences, a set of SD CGs, and an equal number of attractive artworks as part 1 to keep the reader's interest.”
“Art direction, character art style, sound effects, music, performance, and voice acting remained the same, with no improvement or regression.”
“Kuro Irodoru Yomiji stepped things up from what he did in part 1 -- part 2 has a much faster pace as well as several fight sequences with baffling visuals.”
“The action scenes were given more music and much more artwork to them.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has remained consistent, with no noticeable improvements or regressions in art direction, character art style, sound effects, music, performance, or voice acting.
“The game feels like it hasn't evolved at all; the art direction, character art style, sound effects, music, performance, and voice acting are all unchanged, showing a lack of optimization.”
“Despite the potential for improvement, the game suffers from poor optimization, leaving many aspects feeling stale and unrefined.”
“There has been no noticeable enhancement in any area, indicating a significant oversight in optimization efforts.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game effectively balances with serious moments, creating a lively and engaging narrative that captivates players throughout their adventure.
“The twist between humor and seriousness makes it a very lively, yet gripping story that captivates any reader in an amazing adventure.”
“The witty dialogue and clever puns kept me laughing throughout the game, making even the toughest challenges feel lighthearted.”
“I love how the game balances humor with its storyline; it adds a unique charm that makes every moment enjoyable.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a deeply emotional experience, with some expressing that the game moved them to tears.
“I cried.”
“The story touched my heart deeply.”
“I felt a profound connection to the characters and their struggles.”
