Reverse Collapse: Code Name Bakery

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Reverse Collapse: Code Name Bakery is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Shanghai Sunborn Network Technology Co., Ltd. and was released on March 21, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Reverse Collapse: Code Name Bakery" is a narrative-driven game with a focus on character development and worldbuilding, offering suspenseful gameplay and unique mission victories. The Deluxe Edition includes the base game, a digital OST, art book, in-game item pack, and Antarctic Union Gala Attire for selected characters. This game is a MICAteam production, and can be enjoyed by both newcomers and those familiar with their previous works.

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,708 reviews

story498 positive mentions

grinding40 negative mentions

The game features a compelling story with rich lore and character development, making it engaging for both fans of the Girls' Frontline universe and newcomers.
Gameplay is challenging and rewarding, with a variety of tactical options and mechanics that encourage strategic thinking and resource management.
The art style, animations, and voice acting are of high quality, enhancing the overall experience and immersion in the game's world.

Some stealth missions feel overly rigid and can be frustrating, often requiring trial and error to complete, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
The game can be punishingly difficult, especially on higher difficulty settings, which may not appeal to all players.
There are minor translation issues and bugs that can disrupt the flow of the game, though the developers are actively working on fixes.

story
1,731 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Reverse Collapse: Codename Bakery" is widely praised for its depth, emotional engagement, and strong character development, often described as a compelling blend of love, hope, and struggle. Players appreciate the intricate narrative that unfolds through visual novel-style storytelling, complete with well-voiced cutscenes and rich lore, making it accessible even for newcomers to the "Girls' Frontline" universe. However, the game features a significant number of stealth missions, which some players find tedious and overly puzzle-like, detracting from the overall experience despite recent updates that have made these missions more forgiving.
- “The story is packed full of love and hope.”
- “The story is honestly the main reason why I picked up this game as I really like the stories they write.”
- “The deep, dark and interesting story combined with the tough but engaging strategic gameplay makes for a killer combination where you always feel like you're fighting against all odds and just one mistake away from losing it all, both in story and in game.”
- “The stealth missions absolutely ruin everything.”
- “Tedious, overtuned, requiring a seemingly hyperspecific series of actions to even think of getting through at all, let alone an s ranking, the stealth missions in this game are abysmally terrible.”
- “After so many missions that require it over a regular missions, it became super tiresome and really killed my enjoyment of the game since stealth missions do not require tactics.”
gameplay
596 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Reverse Collapse: Code Name Bakery" is widely praised for its engaging and challenging mechanics, blending tactical turn-based strategy with unique stealth elements and item crafting. Players appreciate the variety in mission design and the introduction of new mechanics throughout the game, which keeps the experience fresh and rewarding. However, some find the stealth missions frustrating and note that the game can be unforgiving, requiring strategic planning and adaptability to succeed. Overall, the gameplay is considered solid, with a strong connection to the narrative, making it a compelling experience for fans of the genre.
- “The gameplay is unforgiving but fun, especially when the stakes are against you, as the game really encourages you to use every tool in your arsenal to succeed.”
- “The gameplay loop is extremely fun, and the level design is so good that everything feels fresh every level.”
- “Every time I thought there was no way they could build upon the mechanics further, they manage to make an interesting new situation or present a new mechanic.”
- “Right off the bat, I'd say the gameplay is not for everyone.”
- “There are a couple of gimmick levels that detract from the core strategy planning gameplay loop, but the worst offenders are the stealth levels.”
- “Gameplay complaints/suggestions: I made a lot of misclicks which would possibly cut 10+ hours at least from my time if I was able to not mess up or even have a backtrack button.”
music
159 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its engaging and varied soundtrack, primarily composed of electronic tracks complemented by emotional pieces. Vanguard Sound, known for their previous work, has delivered a standout score that enhances the gameplay experience, with memorable boss themes and stage music that fits the game's atmosphere perfectly. Overall, the music is described as a highlight, contributing significantly to the game's immersive storytelling and enjoyable gameplay.
- “The music's great as well, I never got tired of listening to the soundtracks.”
- “Vanguard Sound (VGS), the soundtrack composer of the original game, returned to this game and made a banger.”
- “Beautiful art style and visuals, amazing soundtrack, captivating storyline, interesting world building, and gameplay that grows equally challenging and fun as you play through the game; this game hits all the marks for a wonderful experience for me.”
- “I haven't gotten a proper opinion on the sound design/music.”
- “Sometimes the combat music duplicated on itself and I'm not sure what caused it.”
- “The OST, while very edgy during the vocal parts, is still really good; think of the vocal tracks like Mili's sister who smokes crack.”
graphics
126 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beautiful art style, particularly the use of chibi designs and high-quality live2D animations. Players appreciate the polished visuals, engaging character sprites, and the overall aesthetic that blends modern anime influences with unique elements. Despite some minor criticisms regarding certain enemy designs, the visuals are generally considered a standout feature, enhancing the immersive experience of the game.
- “The visuals are polished and engaging, the story is actually pretty interesting (mix of realistic military, sci-fi and... eldritch-wtf-is-going-on?) and the difficulty curve is well done.”
- “Beautiful art style and visuals, amazing soundtrack, captivating storyline, interesting world building, and gameplay that grows equally challenging and fun as you play through the game, this game hits all the marks for a wonderful experience for me.”
- “Excellent gameplay, stunning visuals, great lore for Girls' Frontline veterans and new players alike and an in-game collection section that lets you see all the artwork once you unlock it.”
- “Enemy artwork in the battle map is kind of jank.”
- “The opening CG & graphics feels like a 10s home-brewed RPG.”
- “Even more insulting than the abhorrent graphics, the lack of ultra wide support in a 2024 release and the trashy UI is by far the sound design that is reminiscent of googling 'free gun sound'.”
grinding
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and often unnecessary, as the game can be completed without it, taking over 60 hours for the true ending. While some grinding is allowed if players get stuck, many reviews highlight that the stealth missions are particularly frustrating and require specific strategies, leading to a sense of monotony. Overall, the game is praised for its content and story, but the grinding and certain mission designs detract from the experience.
- “The game has over 60 hours of content for the true ending, showcasing the effort and soul poured into it, even without grinding.”
- “With more than 60 hours required for the true ending, the game is packed with content and effort, making grinding unnecessary.”
- “Tedious, overtuned, requiring a seemingly hyperspecific series of actions to even think of getting through at all, let alone an S ranking, the stealth missions in this game are abysmally terrible.”
- “I really wanted to like this game, but the stealth levels are tedious and don't feel like there's any strategy to them (i.e. they are more about puzzle solving than tactics).”
- “Unfortunately, if you're stuck and figured that grinding for levels is the only solution, congratulations, you just softlocked the game, since you're not allowed to grind when you're on an ongoing chapter.”
emotional
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with players experiencing a wide range of feelings from laughter to deep sadness, particularly during the impactful finale. The story is described as wholesome and hopeful, featuring relatable characters and heartfelt moments that create a strong emotional investment. Despite some gameplay repetition, the well-crafted narrative and character bonds leave players feeling both touched and bittersweet upon completion.
- “The story is very wholesome and full of hope, I promise.”
- “It had been some time since I cried this much at the ending of a game; I can't overstate how good the writing is, the setting, the characters, the lore, everything.”
- “Its such an emotional roller coaster, leaving me with a bittersweet feeling having completed it.”
optimization
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is generally well-received, with no significant performance drops reported and high-quality voice acting praised. However, there are concerns regarding controller support and the user interface design for PC players, as well as potential issues for users with low-end hardware. The game runs on Unity, and while it can push high frame rates, this may not be necessary for optimal gameplay.
- “Compared to the original CNB and especially GFL Reverse Collapse, this game exceeds both in gameplay and performance optimization.”
- “There are no performance drops, which enhances the overall gaming experience.”
- “The game runs on Unity, and unlocking the FPS utilizes my GPU at 100% (RX 6600 XT), achieving 300 FPS. While this isn't necessary for the game, it raises concerns for very low-end or older configurations.”
- “Their UX and UI design needs improvement or optimization for PC players.”
- “Compared to the original CNB and especially GFL, Reverse Collapse exceeds both in gameplay and performance optimization.”
- “Optimization (the game runs on Unity): unlocking the FPS gets my GPU at 100% (RX 6600 XT) and I get only 300 FPS. Of course, that's not needed for the game, but I'm afraid it might be an issue on very low-end/old configurations.”
humor
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as a mix of amusing idle animations and quirky character interactions, though it doesn't reach the comedic heights of titles like "Disgaea: Afternoon of Darkness." Some players find the translation errors unintentionally funny, while others highlight the absurdity of the ongoing drama surrounding the game. Overall, the humor is present but varies in effectiveness, with some moments eliciting genuine laughter amidst critiques of the game's quality.
- “Characters and enemies even have funny little idle animations if you let the game sit for 30 minutes, such as the bakery girl eating an entire baguette (har har).”
- “There's some jank with the translation in a few places but that's mostly just funny.”
- “Don't forget: out of all the dolls that could be here, it is the funny meme cat that has lived for almost 40 years now.”
replayability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers high replayability, featuring a lengthy story that can take 60-100 hours to complete, along with a New Game+ mode that enhances character progression and introduces game-changing features. Players can also explore multiple endings and collectibles that unlock secret paths, further enriching the experience. Overall, it is praised for its challenging gameplay and engaging narrative, making it a worthwhile investment for those seeking extended playtime.
- “Good replay value through New Game+ which increases the level cap for your characters, skills, weapons, and gadgets, with some having game-changing new features.”
- “Replay value of this game is quite high since there are multiple endings and collectibles that unlock even more secret paths to the story and equipment.”
- “Also fully offline, reasonably priced even when not on sale, singleplayer, actually challenging, and with a lengthy and good story that easily takes 60-100 hours for a full playthrough (at normal difficulty) and replay value; now that's a unicorn these days.”
- “I am not sure if it has replay value, but if you want to spend a few days reading an amazing plot and playing a turn-based strategy game, this is a great thing for you.”
- “Replay value of this game is also quite high since there are multiple endings and collectibles that unlock even more secret paths to the story and equipment.”
- “- there’s also NG+ for replayability.”
character development
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is highlighted as a strong aspect of the game, with engaging and vibrant character designs that enhance the storytelling. The narrative, centered around saving Jefuty's sister, becomes increasingly complex and offers significant character growth, particularly in the true ending route, which provides deeper insights and resolutions. Overall, the combination of compelling drama, suspense, and well-crafted characters contributes to a rich development experience.
- “Even Mendo, a character who has a very standard character design, feels vibrant thanks to the combination of Live2D sprites and animated eye candy art.”
- “The story is about saving Jefuty's sister, and it gets really complex with all the time-leaping elements. The narrative also features good drama, suspense, and character development as you progress.”
- “The true ending route is where we get a lot of the character development and answers.”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in Tacenda is highly praised for its intense background music that complements the game's tone, creating a thrilling experience. However, some players feel that certain character reactions detract from the overall immersion. Additionally, the community surrounding the game is noted as exceptionally positive, enhancing the overall atmosphere.
- “The background music is intensely awesome and it matches the atmosphere of the game perfectly.”
- “Furthermore, the way it presents its atmosphere and the sheer danger of its stakes to the main character and supporting cast was excellently done.”
- “You simply won’t find a better community atmosphere than this.”
- “For example, when they scream, when they respond in shock, etc. this ruins the atmosphere of the story and is completely unnecessary.”
- “If you're on the fence about purchasing the deluxe edition and worry about ruining the atmosphere of the game due to how the costumes look, no need to worry.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game experiences occasional microfreezes during battles and some minor translation issues, indicating it may not have been originally written in English. However, most launch day glitches are being addressed quickly, and overall, players report that the game is stable and not overly buggy.
- “Firstly, microfreezes occur in battle sometimes (which I haven't linked to a tangible cause yet).”
- “Some minor translation oddities in a few places that make it clear this wasn't written in English, and expected launch day glitches, which seem to be getting patched fairly fast, are the worst of the 'objective' things I can say about this game.”
- “So far, nothing that has been annoying or buggy as of yet.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its lack of pay-to-win mechanics and microtransactions, offering a complete experience without intrusive monetization. Players appreciate the 100+ hour content and the commitment of the development team to provide regular updates and bug fixes. Overall, it is seen as a refreshing change in the current gaming landscape.
- “No pay to win, no microtransactions and what not.”
- “For starters, it's a breath of fresh air to see a 100+ hour game released without intrusive monetization or unfinished content, backed by a passionate dev team that pushes regular updates to fix the few bugs it has.”

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Reverse Collapse: Code Name Bakery is a role playing game.

Reverse Collapse: Code Name Bakery is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 29 hours playing Reverse Collapse: Code Name Bakery.

Reverse Collapse: Code Name Bakery was released on March 21, 2024.

Reverse Collapse: Code Name Bakery was developed by Shanghai Sunborn Network Technology Co., Ltd..

Reverse Collapse: Code Name Bakery has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Reverse Collapse: Code Name Bakery is a single player game.

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