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In "Yotsume God: Reunion," Mai Sahara, a junior high school student with unique abilities, encounters mysterious children and a strange boy at her grandparents' mountain shrine. As she uncovers the secrets of Yotsume God and her family's past, players will enjoy new illustrations, scenarios, and character voices from impressive voice actors. This is a Japanese-style escape adventure game now available on Steam.

  • PC
  • Windows

Reviews

94%
Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews
story38 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • Yotsume God -Reunion- features an emotionally-charged story with rich lore and fully voice-acted characters, making it engaging and immersive.
  • The game combines visual novel elements with escape room mechanics, offering a unique gameplay experience that includes beautiful graphics and animations.
  • Players appreciate the additional content in the remake, including new stories and improved translations, enhancing the overall experience compared to the original mobile version.
  • The game suffers from slow scene transitions and occasional freezing issues, which can disrupt gameplay and frustrate players.
  • Some puzzles are considered difficult with insufficient hints, leading to potential confusion and extended playtime.
  • While the story is compelling, some players feel that certain character arcs and endings lack proper resolution, leaving them wanting more closure.
  • story74 mentions

    The story of "yotsume god -reunion-" is a captivating blend of visual novel and escape room elements, featuring rich lore and emotionally charged narratives that engage players from the start. While the game is relatively short, it compensates with multiple endings and a well-crafted plot that deepens as players progress, though some characters lack resolution. Overall, the combination of strong character development, beautiful art, and a poignant soundtrack enhances the storytelling experience, making it a recommended choice for fans of narrative-driven puzzle games.

    • “The plot is rich with lore and backstory that I wish this installment got an anime or other expansive material; the special edition mode and short stories made me want more bonus content and supplementary material.”
    • “The best comparison I can make for how the story makes me feel is that it evoked a similar emotional response as watching 'Your Name' did: somewhat bittersweet and bound to make me think about the implications for the next week straight.”
    • “Fyi, without spoiling anything, we don't get a proper resolution to one of the main antagonists in this game, despite their personal short story, info about the true nature of their character that you glean from the plot, and the special edition adding more to that but still leaving us hanging on what's going on with that particular character.”
    • “The story in the beginning is hard to follow personally, since I have little Japanese context, but as the story progresses, I got attached to the characters and had a better understanding of the setting.”
    • “Though very short by visual novel standards, Yotsume God -Reunion- makes up for the lack of length with an emotionally charged and riveting story that gets you engaged from the get-go.”
  • music18 mentions

    The music in the game has received high praise for its stunning quality, with many players appreciating the incorporation of both original and new soundtracks that enhance the overall experience. However, some users noted a limited range, citing repetitive tracks that detract from the variety. Overall, the voice acting and background music effectively complement the storyline and visuals, creating an immersive atmosphere.

    • “The voice acting, the animated scenes, the music, and the opening have all been amazing.”
    • “Op/ed music and BGM are on point with the story setting, plus they are soothing to the ear.”
    • “It's also got a gorgeous soundtrack that really helps set the scene.”
    • “Good tracks, but poor music range (there are like the same 3 tracks repeating over and over).”
  • emotional14 mentions

    The emotional aspect of "yotsume god -reunion-" is highlighted by its engaging and bittersweet narrative, which, despite its brevity, captivates players with unexpected twists and a heartwarming conclusion. Enhanced by animation and voice acting, the game evokes strong feelings, often leading to moments of sadness and anger, particularly regarding the fates of innocent characters. Overall, it leaves a lasting impact, reminiscent of the emotional depth found in films like "Your Name."

    • “Though very short by visual novel standards, Yotsume God -Reunion- makes up for the lack of length with an emotionally charged and riveting story that gets you engaged from the get-go.”
    • “The story starts off mysterious and ends on both a heartwarming and bittersweet note.”
    • “The best comparison I can make for how the story makes me feel is that it evoked a similar emotional response as watching 'Your Name' did: somewhat bittersweet and bound to make me think about the implications for the next week straight.”
  • gameplay12 mentions

    The gameplay has received positive feedback, with players appreciating the revamped mechanics and overall experience compared to the original mobile version, which had limitations. The combination of engaging art, music, and storyline enhances the enjoyment, although the game's lack of popularity has resulted in limited resources for potential new players to explore.

    • “I remember playing this on the phone years ago (but quit because of the limitations of the mobile game back then, lack of a helpful guide, and all-around frustrating mechanics) and seeing the game be revamped on this level made me so happy that I had a hard time putting the game down to do real-life stuff lol.”
    • “I got recommended this game from a close friend of mine, and honestly I loved it so much, from the art, the music, the storyline, and the mechanics.”
    • “I really enjoyed my gameplay and I hope people can appreciate this good story SEEC has made for us.”
    • “Sadly the game is so unpopular there aren't even gameplays nor solid reviews (besides short Steam feedback) of that PC version on YouTube to give it a try and watch through.”
    • “I remember playing this on the phone years ago but quit because of the limitations of the mobile game back then, lack of a helpful guide, and all-around frustrating mechanics.”
    • “[h2] gameplay & mechanics [/h2]”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics are widely praised for their stunning quality, featuring beautifully rendered backgrounds and Live2D animated characters. Many users note the significant improvements in character graphics and new CGs compared to the previous version, enhancing the overall visual experience alongside the music and voice acting.

    • “The graphics are pretty, with lots of new CGs compared to the old version, and they're all remade with better quality.”
    • “The graphic and music are stunning; the voices enhanced my experience a lot (I played the old mobile app version before).”
    • “Stunning graphics (both backgrounds and Live2D animated characters).”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game's stability is a significant issue, with multiple users reporting frequent freezes that hinder gameplay and prevent a proper evaluation of its quality.

    • “If it's a good game or not, currently we cannot provide a judgment, because the game freezes!”
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