WORLD END ECONOMiCA episode.02

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In World End Economica episode.02, Harold continues his quest to dominate the moon's economy. Using his wits and cunning, he must outmaneuver rival companies and navigate complex political machinations. As the race to exploit the moon's resources intensifies, Harold's past begins to catch up with him, threatening to unravel everything he has worked for. Will he be able to stay one step ahead and secure his place in history, or will his mistakes come back to haunt him?

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 157 reviews

story47 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

The story offers a compelling narrative about character growth and emotional depth, particularly in the protagonist's journey after the events of the first episode.
The visuals and soundtrack have improved significantly, enhancing the overall experience and immersion in the story.
The introduction of new characters, especially Eleanor, adds fresh dynamics to the plot and keeps the story engaging.

The game ends on a frustrating cliffhanger, leaving players eager for the next installment without resolution.
Some translation issues persist, including inconsistent character name changes and minor grammatical errors that can detract from the reading experience.
The pacing can feel slow at times, with lengthy dialogues that may cause some players to lose interest before the main events unfold.

story
163 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in *World End Economica Episode 02* continues the narrative from the first episode, focusing on character development and personal struggles against a backdrop of economic themes. While some reviewers noted a slow start and a lack of conflict until the end, many praised the depth of character arcs and the engaging plot twists, culminating in a cliffhanger that sets the stage for the final episode. Overall, the story is described as rich and impactful, appealing to fans of character-driven narratives with a blend of economic intrigue.
- “The story is as engaging as the first, and heads towards a thrilling climax.”
- “A touching story that has no clear good or bad sides.”
- “This story is one of the best stories I have ever read (definitely the best story you can find on Steam).”
- “The story was slow-paced at the beginning, to the point that I dozed off several times.”
- “The story is still disjointed and gives a sour feeling due to a lack of conflict until the very end of the story, which plagues this visual novel.”
- “While I do recommend episode 1, episode 2 introduces new characters and situations without making any progress on the previous game's storyline or characters.”
music
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in this game has received positive feedback for its calming and enjoyable qualities, with many noting significant improvements over the first episode. Reviewers appreciate the seamless looping of tracks and the way the soundtrack enhances the storytelling, creating a more immersive experience. While some found the music to be neutral or forgettable, the overall consensus is that it effectively complements the game's atmosphere and character development.
- “The OST stands out to me as being overall more enjoyable than episode 1, with a lot more mellow, reflective tracks that make you lose track of time.”
- “The music loops naturally in this game (unlike the first game), and most of the illustrations are better, especially the regular (non-CG) character portraits.”
- “What this happens to be is one of the best and most heartfelt stories you will ever read, enhanced by beautiful artwork and well-placed sounds and music.”
- “Not the biggest fan of the art style or music, but I tend to read these with Spotify in the background anyway.”
- “Goodbye the black screens and the bad music loops!”
- “The soundtracks are recycled; however, they looped correctly.”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "World End Economica Episode 02" showcase a notable improvement over its predecessor, featuring more varied character sprites and enhanced backgrounds that complement the overall art style. While some users express mixed feelings about the anime aesthetic, the artwork is generally regarded as decent and contributes positively to the storytelling experience. Overall, the visuals are praised for their ability to enhance the emotional depth of the narrative, making it a visually appealing visual novel.
- “The visuals are amazing, the story is intriguing, and the characters with their relationships are just as well written as before.”
- “It's an improvement of most things from part one, and graphics aren't an exception; character sprites are more varied, backgrounds are nicer and fit better with the rest of the art, and CGs are much better; the final CG itself is a work of art.”
- “What this happens to be is one of the best and most heartfelt stories you will ever read, enhanced by beautiful artwork and well-placed sounds and music.”
- “Not the biggest fan of the art style or music, but I tend to read these with Spotify in the background anyway.”
- “The artwork, again, is nothing to gawk at, but I still enjoyed it.”
- “It continues the storytelling method of the previous episode with no voice acting, thematic background music, and overlaying effects without other animation to the graphics.”
emotional
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with players noting the profound character growth and the impact of traumatic events on their lives. The narrative is described as a touching and heartfelt journey that evokes strong feelings, even from those who typically do not engage emotionally. The combination of compelling storytelling, beautiful artwork, and well-placed music enhances the emotional experience, making it an engaging and sometimes taxing roller coaster of human nature exploration.
- “It's just so fulfilling watching the characters grow throughout the years between episode 1 and 2, the way the heartbreaking ending of the first episode affected their lives and how the plot takes so many turns along the way.”
- “I definitely recommend the series so far; it's an emotional roller coaster that explores the many facets of human nature.”
- “What this happens to be is one of the best and most heartfelt stories you will ever read, enhanced by beautiful artwork and well-placed sounds and music.”
character development
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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Character development in "World End Economica" is highly praised, with many reviewers noting that it evolves alongside the storyline, particularly in Episode 2, which focuses more on character growth and relationship building than its predecessor. The characters are depicted as more mature and purposeful, with the protagonist undergoing significant personal transformation. Overall, the game successfully intertwines its economic themes with compelling character arcs, enhancing the overall narrative experience.
- “This game, while lacking as much trading action as the first, still had some adrenaline-inducing high points and good character development.”
- “Episode 2 is more focused on character development than the first one, so if you read the first one and are still unsure about continuing the story, they manage to weave the economics and story really well together in this one.”
- “The character development is amazing; everyone is more mature and has a purpose. The protagonist starts off as a traumatized almost adult who is too scared of life, and he knows it. Then he fights to find his purpose and not screw up.”
- “Not too much happens, mainly character development.”
- “In this episode you can expect a few less walls of text attempting to inform the reader about stocks, and in the place of infodumps the reader is treated to a lot more character development and relationship building than the first.”
- “Episode 2 is more focused on character development than the first one so if you read the first one and are still unsure about continuing the story, they manage to weave the economics and story really well together in this one.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a dynamic blend of action and investment themes, enhanced by a visual novel format that utilizes music and visuals to convey tone and emotion. While it presents a complex narrative focused on the stock market, the integration of new characters and their interactions with the environment enriches the overall ambiance, making it both engaging and immersive. However, the depth of the subject matter may pose a challenge for those unfamiliar with financial concepts.
- “New characters blend into the environment and atmosphere of the story.”
- “The manner of telling the story is significantly different, as a visual novel introduces music and accompanying CG to maximize the tone of the current atmosphere and situation, while the words supply the story itself.”
- “All the talk about the flow of money and stocks builds the atmosphere and successfully convinces you of the importance of the situation via its brevity and complexity.”
- “Instead of the relaxing atmosphere of a traveling merchant, they went with an action-packed story about investments.”
- “It is, by no means, an easy read if you intend to learn things about the stock market using this material (it covers newer concepts from the first episode), but at the same time this isn't one of those series that just uses a setting as a simple given; all the talk about flow of money and stocks, even if the finer aspects allude you, build the atmosphere and successfully convince you of the importance of the situation via its brevity and complexity.”
- “Of course the manner of telling the story is significantly different, as a visual novel introduces music and accompanying CG to maximize the tone of the current atmosphere and situation but with fewer words to further balance the narration of the story by giving personality to the CGs and sprites, while the words supply the story itself, unlike a light novel where the artworks are introduced at the start of reading, but it just introduces the setting and vibe of the story being told, with the descriptive narrative giving most of a light novel's shine.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has seen significant improvements, addressing previous criticisms and ensuring a smooth, uninterrupted experience, although some language nuances suggest a non-native English influence in the game's presentation.
- “The mechanics of the game improved a lot, and every negative point I had mentioned in my previous review has been resolved. It plays smoothly without interruptions.”
- “The gameplay is engaging and keeps you on your toes, making every session feel fresh and exciting.”
- “I love how the controls are intuitive, allowing for a seamless experience that enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “The mechanics of the game improved a lot, and every negative point I had mentioned in my previous review got resolved. It plays smoothly without interruptions.”
- “Not to the level of a mechanical translation, but in a way that makes it clear that nobody involved is a native English speaker.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The replayability of the game is considered high, similar to its predecessor, thanks to effective foreshadowing and the use of specific jargon that encourages players to revisit the story for a deeper understanding of later events.
- “The replay value is just as high as in the first part: pretty impressive for a kinetic visual novel due to the foreshadowing of later events, as well as the jargon used throughout.”
- “The length and replayability of the game are outstanding, offering players multiple paths and outcomes to explore.”
- “Each playthrough reveals new details and nuances, making it a joy to revisit the story.”
- “Replay value is just as with part one: pretty high for a kinetic visual novel due to foreshadowing of later events, as well as the jargon used throughout.”
- “The game lacks significant choices, making multiple playthroughs feel redundant.”
- “Once you've experienced the story, there's little incentive to replay it since the outcomes don't change much.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of World End Economica somewhat tedious due to its lengthy writing style, but many agree that the story becomes increasingly engaging as it progresses.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has reportedly worsened compared to the first episode, with an increase in bugs; however, players feel that the engaging story helps to offset these technical issues.
- “The game engine is even more buggy than in the first episode, but like before, the story compensates for it.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the humor in the game, noting that the story and dialogue often elicit genuine laughter.
- “I've been really impressed with the story, and some of the conversations made me laugh quite a bit.”
- “The humor in this game is spot on, with witty dialogue that keeps you entertained throughout.”
- “I love how the game balances serious moments with hilarious jokes that catch you off guard.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the orchestral performance has been a standout feature, showing significant improvement since volume 1.