SHUFFLE! Episode 2 ~Kami ni mo Akuma ni mo Nerawareteiru Otoko~
- March 10, 2023
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Get on Steam《SHUFFLE! episode2 ～被神与魔同时盯上的男人～》是日本美少女游戏知名大厂Navel制作的恋爱题材作品。前作《SHUFFLE! 》是经典人气名作，并曾推出过颇具人气的动画版。本次时隔16年所推出的续作由原班人马制作，一样的配方一样的味道，在新的时代演绎全新的故事。 本作由业界知名画师西又葵与铃平广携手担当原画与人物设计，并由创作了《近月少女的礼仪》、《我们没有翅膀》等超人气作品的剧本家王雀孙、东之助以及创作了《D.C.》经典系列作品的剧本家TAKEUCHIKOUTA、桑原文彦共同创作剧本。遥空、花园MEL、上原葵等知名声优为游戏女主角献声。本作曾荣获萌系游戏大赏角色设计奖金奖。 《SHUFFLE! episode2 ～被神与魔同时盯上的男人～》国际中文版将于2023年3月10日发售。
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Reviews
- The common route is well-written and engaging, making it feel like watching an anime rather than reading a visual novel.
- The game features a great soundtrack and beautiful artwork, with well-drawn CGs and sprites that evoke nostalgia for older visual novels.
- All heroines are interesting and unique, with compelling backstories that keep players invested in the story.
- There is currently no English translation, limiting accessibility for international fans.
- The plot can feel bland and lacks significant climax, especially in the common route and personal storylines.
- Some players may find the overall narrative too simplistic and prefer more dramatic twists and turns in the story.
- story7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 86 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story in "shuffle!" is engaging and well-crafted, with each heroine possessing unique traits that enhance their backstories and keep players invested. While the narrative unfolds over a relatively short duration of about 20 hours, it lacks significant climactic moments, which may appeal to those who prefer a more laid-back storytelling experience. Overall, the game is recommended for fans of visual novels seeking intriguing character-driven plots.
“The way they tell you the story really piques your interest; all the heroines are very interesting and have their own uniqueness that makes them really likable.”
“Navel baited me and raised my curiosity for every heroine’s backstory, which made me want to finish the game.”
“As an individual with a refined taste for adventure, romance, and the occasional divine intervention, I cannot help but feel a sense of longing for the captivating story that Shuffle!”
“Overall, I would recommend this game for you if you like a short 20-hour story with very little climax throughout the entire narrative.”
“As an individual with a refined taste for adventure, romance, and the occasional divine intervention, I cannot help but feel a sense of longing for the captivating story that Shuffle! lacks.”
“At least not in my case, since I was still able to understand the story without reading Shuffle!.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the visual novel is highly praised, with users noting that the original soundtrack and background music significantly enhance the reading experience and mood. The quality of the music is consistently described as impressive, contributing positively to the overall enjoyment of the game.
“As per usual, I don’t know why every single visual novel I read always has amazing OSTs and BGMs; maybe I just have a lower standard for songs, that’s why?”
“Episode 2 has a great soundtrack, and I am enjoying every moment while reading; it really sets the mood.”
“As per usual, I don’t know why every single visual novel I read always has banger OSTs/BGMs; maybe I just have a lower standard for songs, that’s why?”
“The music in this game is forgettable and fails to enhance the overall experience.”
“I found the soundtrack to be repetitive and uninspired, which detracted from my enjoyment of the game.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a distinctive art style from renowned artists Nishimata Aoi and Suzuhira Hiro, which is both unique and easily recognizable, setting it apart for future reference.
“The graphics showcase a very unique art style from Nishimata Aoi and Suzuhira Hiro, making it easily recognizable for future reference.”
“The vibrant colors and intricate details in the graphics truly bring the game world to life.”
“The character designs are stunning, with each one having a distinct look that enhances the overall visual experience.”
