Summary
- Release Year: 2015
- Genres: Adventure, Hack and slash/Beat ’em up, Puzzle, Shooter
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita
- Developers: Spike ChunSoft
- Publishers: NIS America, Spike ChunSoft
Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls: A Thrilling Horror Adventure Spin-Off
Introduction
Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls is a horror action adventure spin-off game in the Danganronpa series of visual novel games. Developed by Spike Chunsoft, it was released for PlayStation Vita in Japan in 2014 and worldwide in 2015. The game takes place between the events of Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc and Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair, and follows Komaru Naegi, the younger sister of Makoto Naegi, the protagonist of the first game.
Gameplay
Unlike the visual novel gameplay of the previous games, Ultra Despair Girls is a third-person adventure game with horror elements. Players control Komaru as she tries to survive in Towa City, a city overrun by Monokuma robots. Komaru is armed with a variety of weapons, including a stun gun, a wrench, and a megaphone, which she can use to fight off the Monokumas. She can also use her hacking gun to disable traps and solve puzzles.
The game features a variety of different environments, including abandoned buildings, sewers, and a shopping mall. Komaru must navigate these environments while avoiding the Monokumas and solving puzzles. She will also encounter a variety of different characters, including Toko Fukawa, a returning character from the first game, and Byakuya Togami, a returning character from the second game.
Story
The story of Ultra Despair Girls takes place after the events of Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair. Komaru Naegi has been kidnapped by Monokuma and taken to Towa City, a city that has been overrun by Monokuma robots. Komaru teams up with Toko Fukawa, a former classmate who has been turned into a serial killer, to escape the city and find her brother, Makoto.
Along the way, Komaru and Toko learn more about the Tragedy, a mysterious event that led to the creation of the Monokumas and the destruction of the world. They also encounter a variety of other characters, including Byakuya Togami, the former leader of the Future Foundation, and Haiji Towa, the mayor of Towa City.
Characters
- Komaru Naegi: The protagonist of the game. Komaru is the younger sister of Makoto Naegi, the protagonist of the first game. She is a kind and caring person, but she is also strong and determined.
- Toko Fukawa: A returning character from the first game. Toko is a serial killer who has been turned into a servant of Monokuma. She is obsessed with Byakuya Togami and will do anything to please him.
- Byakuya Togami: A returning character from the second game. Byakuya is the former leader of the Future Foundation. He is a brilliant strategist and a skilled fighter.
- Haiji Towa: The mayor of Towa City. Haiji is a charismatic leader who is determined to save the city from the Monokumas. However, he is also a ruthless dictator who is willing to sacrifice anyone to achieve his goals.
Themes
Ultra Despair Girls explores a variety of themes, including the nature of hope and despair, the importance of friendship, and the dangers of totalitarianism. The game also features a strong cast of characters who each have their own unique motivations and struggles.
Reception
Ultra Despair Girls received generally positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its engaging gameplay, well-written story, and strong characters. However, some critics found the game to be too repetitive and frustrating at times.
Overall
Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls is a thrilling horror adventure spin-off that takes the series in a new direction. The game features engaging gameplay, a well-written story, and a strong cast of characters. While the game can be repetitive and frustrating at times, it is still a worthwhile experience for fans of the Danganronpa series and horror adventure games in general.
Review Score
8.5/10
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