Sakura Hime 2
- April 22, 2022
- GirlGames
Get on Steam"Sakura Hime 2" is a visual novel game that continues the story of the first game. The player assumes the role of a young girl who must make choices to navigate through various scenarios and relationships with a cast of female characters. The game features multiple endings based on the player's decisions, as well as various minigames and customization options.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful artwork and smooth animations, appealing to fans of anime aesthetics.
- Puzzles are simple and relaxing, making it a good choice for casual gamers and achievement hunters.
- The game includes a variety of characters and scenes, providing enjoyable fan service for those interested.
- The gameplay is very short, with many players completing it in under an hour, leading to a feeling of insufficient content.
- Puzzles are overly simplistic and lack challenge, which may disappoint players looking for more engaging gameplay.
- The game is considered overpriced for the amount of content it offers, with many recommending waiting for a discount.
- graphics16 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their fantastic artwork and cohesive character designs, often described as some of the best in the h-industry on Steam. Players appreciate the smooth, cutting-edge visuals and the subtle enhancements from free DLC, contributing to an overall immersive experience. While some note the graphics are decent for the genre, the standout art style and attention to detail elevate the game's aesthetic appeal.
“Fantastic artwork, relaxing music, and gameplay.”
“The graphics and art of the characters are done very well and all have the same style.”
“Hands down one of the best visuals in the industry on Steam.”
“The difficult challenges, the smooth cutting edge graphics, the millennia defining lore... he who has not played this game is not one of culture.”
“Be sure to check the free DLC, it adds some subtle graphical details to the game, worth it if you have eyes.”
“Short play time, but 18+ graphics are decent enough for the purposes you'd get this kind of game.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics that allow for quick play, with the potential to achieve 100% completion in about 15 minutes. Players appreciate the relaxing music and fantastic artwork, while a gallery feature provides immediate access to scenes without needing to unlock them through gameplay. However, some users note that the gameplay may not meet expectations for those seeking more complex mechanics, given its rating.
“Fantastic artwork, relaxing music, and engaging gameplay.”
“A very interesting storyline, as well as amazing game mechanics.”
“Simple mechanics, quick play can hit 100% in about 15 minutes.”
“But if you expect gameplay, which you should not be expecting since it's an NR-rated game, 5/10 [an unseen puzzle but still].”
“It's just gameplay.”
- story7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The reviews present a stark contrast in opinions on the game's story; some praise it as an innovative and engaging narrative experience, while others criticize it as lacking depth or coherence, likening it to superficial content. Overall, the story seems to evoke strong reactions, with some players finding it captivating and others dismissing it as irrelevant.
“An absolute masterclass of a game, incredible innovative storytelling unlike anything I have ever seen before, challenging engaging gameplay that is still extremely satisfying to use, super solid.”
“A very interesting storyline, as well as amazing game mechanics.”
“The stories aren't good (what story? lol) and are basically just 'porn with a light plot,' which is perfectly fine; Nekopara does it.”
“Idk if I was supposed to get into the atmosphere of the story, but I definitely did not. I'm not even going to rate; I feel like they just put it for you to read so you can't get a refund.”
“WTF story.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as relaxing and well-suited to its Chinese theme, featuring soothing and catchy tunes. However, some users noted a lack of variety, with only one track available, leading to suggestions to mute it for a better experience. Overall, while the music enhances the atmosphere, its repetitiveness detracts from the enjoyment for some players.
“Fantastic artwork, relaxing music, and gameplay.”
“Chinese themed background music is done quite well, with a series of soothing, catchy tunes.”
“Relaxing music for a relaxing puzzle game.”
“The game only features one music track.”
“The music feels copy-pasted and lacks variety.”
“Relaxing music for a relaxing puzzle game, but it gets repetitive quickly.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while players can unlock all achievements without grinding, some feel that the amount of grinding required for certain aspects of the game is excessive, suggesting it may demand a significant time investment.
“No grinding has to be done in order to unlock all of the achievements.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is polarizing; while some players appreciate its charm and find it enjoyable, others feel disconnected from the story and question its depth. Overall, the aesthetic appeal, including cute characters, is noted as a positive aspect, especially given the low price point.
“Barely 2 dollars, cute girls, nice atmosphere, and animal ears; it's worth the cost.”
“I don't know if I was supposed to get into the atmosphere of the story, but I definitely did not. I feel like they just put it there for you to read, so you can't get a refund.”
“The atmosphere felt flat and uninspired, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
“Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere was lacking, leaving me feeling disconnected from the experience.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the visuals and character designs are praised as outstanding, there is little mention of depth or growth in character development, suggesting that the focus may be more on aesthetics than on evolving narratives.
