Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly
January 1, 2023
In a time where people are isolated from each other, Coffee Talk is a place where we can reconnect over a cup of warm drink. It’s time to revisit your favorite late-night coffee shop and reconnect with your fantasy friends over a warm drink or two. You are a barista, …
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"The original third-place-simulator gets a sequel with much of the same conversational charms, but also some rougher edges to its chit-chat."
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75.0
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65.0
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80.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly builds upon the original, bringing players new and easy-to-love characters, a ton of good vibes, and tidbits of lore for anyone interested. It&s;s a sweet return to the nighttime café that fans are …"
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85.0
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90.0
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80.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly encourages people to think about the little ways they can make the world around them a better place, one drink at a time. It doesn&s;t reach the same emotional crescendos as the original …"
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75.0
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75.0
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80.0
"The warm drinks you brew are as warm and satisfying as the atmosphere this game induces. Coffee Talk Episode 2 continues to be a relaxing and enjoyable drink-making game, while also having intriguing stories and interesting characters."
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88.0
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65.0
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82.0
"Rather than greatly expanding the scope of the original, "Episode 2" refines its visuals and gives fans more of what they loved about the original game."
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85.0
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70.0
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95.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly is a touching return to the video game equivalent of savoring a favorite warm beverage on a dreary day."
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68.0
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45.0
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70.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus and Butterfly succeeds in what it primarily sets out to do. It gives the player a chance to peek into an intriguing world where people mingle with members of fantasy races and shows what their …"
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92.0
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88.0
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94.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly is a wonderful followup to a chill and touching story that retains the charm of the original while not feeling bound by it. The character arcs feel even more human and relatable within …"
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65.0
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75.0
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70.0
"Just as with the original, Coffee Talk Episode 2 can be played through a second time to unearth new secrets and earn new achievements, offering a great deal of value for its small price tag. At its core, this title …"
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75.0
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90.0
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85.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly may not do much to differentiate itself from its predecessor, however it still delivers a quality visual novel experience packed with plenty of hot drinks and lo-fi beats to brew them to."
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25.0
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35.0
"Coffee Talk returns with its second episode, Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly, to bring back an experience very similar to the original that is able of gladdening the soul of any gamer."
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68.0
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73.0
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78.0
"We are facing a fresh game that does not come with major pretensions, offering us the opportunity to get away from everyday life and understand that life is more than a simple routine, or that every day we are surrounded …"
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80.0
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75.0
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60.0
"A very cozy and episodic experience, being able to be played gradually, Coffee Talk fit like a glove on the Nintendo Switch, and being an even more interesting sequel than its predecessor, Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly is …"
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78.0
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82.0
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86.0
"If you&s;ve worked in retail you&s;ll recognise the little snapshots of a regular customer&s;s life as they pop in and out of your life. It&s;s those little relationships that this game captures so well and that still works well the …"
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68.0
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69.0
"You don&s;t need many hours to complete this title, which is ideal to play on a handheld console like Nintendo Switch under the covers, yet the title is free on Game Pass. Are you ready to return to Seattle and …"
Read original review"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly may not change much from the first game, but that’s because it doesn’t have to. Perfection was already achieved the first cup around — the second cup tastes just as good. With that …"
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72.0
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78.0
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91.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly refuses to fix what isn&s;t broken, and it adds a few new mechanics that freshen up the gameplay just enough. While elements of its narrative aren&s;t quite as strong as those of the …"
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70.0
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65.0
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80.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly is a hot coffee in a rainy day, a safe bet from the developers by not straying too far from the formula established with the first game."
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45.0
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65.0
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85.0
"This return to the all-night coffee shop means more brewing satisfying drinks and taking the time to listen to, and often help, your patrons"
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65.0
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70.0
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80.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2 captures the essence of what it’s like to chat with friends at a late-night café over a warm cup. Not a whole lot has changed between episodes, which is a good thing for returning players looking …"
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72.0
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73.0
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84.0
"Let me be the one to get the brew ha ha happening for Coffee Talk 2. Toge Productions have definitely served up some liquid gold here. If you are looking for a cute story with interesting characters and simple gameplay …"
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88.0
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87.0
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92.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly is the sequel to the title Coffee Talk, a visual novel where we will be a barista who prepares hot drinks to his customers and witnesses their stories."
Read original review"Coffee Talk 2: Hibiscus and Butterfly is a relaxing visual novel, but make sure you&s;ve played the first game before starting this one."
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90.0
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75.0
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65.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus and Butterfly is like the second visit in a wonderful café: There&s;s still that awesome quality but the sensation of something special begins to fade."
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78.0
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76.0
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82.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly is a fantastic sequel. The art style is simple but amazing, the music is great and the ambient rain is relaxing. Choices do indeed matter in this game, and with a (pretty hard …"
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45.0
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30.0
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85.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2 is definitely only for those who played and enjoyed the first game. The same friendliness, the same sincerity remains, but you might be a little bit annoyed that everything is too much the same."
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70.0
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65.0
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"Toge Productions found a way to distill down the comforts of shared familiarity between friends and the otherwise complex nuances of interpersonal relationships in the piping hot drink known as Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly. Its narrative-first visual …"
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70.0
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"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus and Butterfly is a collection of wonderful and beautifully written stories. Going back to preparing a coffee, getting to know customers and finding beauty in these nuances could be a must to everyone. A big …"
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75.0
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80.0
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"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly is a refreshing visual novel filled with relatable characters and amazing intertwining stories. The controls are simple, with fun, minimal gameplay. The music and sound effects fit in well with the coffee shop …"
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72.0
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74.0
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78.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2 is a relaxing, and absorbing title with an engaging gameplay loop, memorable characters, and excellent writing. It&s;s a great game to play when you to unwind, and immerse yourself in a cozy well realized world with …"
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78.0
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75.0
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82.0
"A near-perfect rendition of fairytales with a modern twist, Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly is easily one of 2023&s;s best narrative efforts, with consistently engaging gameplay alongside it."
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85.0
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92.0
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88.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly is what every sequel should be. It revels in its identity but offers something new to explore, all while welcoming you back like an old friend."
Read original review"While it stumbles in evolving its gameplay mechanics, Coffee Talk Episode 2 continues the down to Earth yet touching character stories that look at the modern day world through an interesting lens."
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75.0
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65.0
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"Coffee Talk episode2 successfully inherited the advantages of the original while expanding the story even further. Instead of radical changes in system, the game tries to introduce new mechanics, characters and concept in more subtle, natural ways."
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30.0
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50.0
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"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus and Butterfly is steeped in the same lo-fi chill atmosphere as its predecessor. Light touch gameplay gives way to heady and heartfelt conversations full of flavour, and despite little in the way of invention, it …"
Read original review"It wants to deliver the chill vibes while confronting real-world social issues. There is no commitment to the latter beyond surface-level platitudes; Otherwise, it might detract from the relaxing goals of brewing drinks. It is a problem that existed in …"
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95.0
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80.0
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95.0
"Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus &a; Butterfly is truly a delight, and I only wish that it was longer. It builds on what made the first entry so memorable while delivering a unique narrative of its own. While returning fans …"
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