Blue Reflection: Second Light

"Blue Reflection: Second Light provides an intriguing story and challenging battles despite its derivative gameplay. As such, I&s;d easily recommend it to fans of both anime and JRPGs."

"I&s;m thoroughly impressed at how much better of a game Blue Reflection: Second Light is when you compare it to the first game. In fact, it&s;s so good that I kind of feel mean for disliking the original as much …"

"Blue Reflection: Second Light is a marvelous JRPG experience that draws parallels with Gust’s major works and which brings its players a captivating plot, a fantastic soundtrack, a wide cast of characters and an addictive combat system. Thanks to the …"

"When compared to the original, Blue Reflection: Second Light undoubtedly represents a big step forward for the guys at Gust, who once again have synthesized a compelling and frenetic playful formula. However, the progress made on the gameplay front and …"

"The thought-provoking narrative and surreal worlds found in Blue Reflection: Second Light are sure to captivate at first, but the charm fades over time."

"Blue Reflection: Second Light is a laid-back JRPG and a great improvement from its predecessor that makes several refinements across the board."

"Blue Reflection: Second Light is an amazing effort for a different JRPG, which combines past and present in the combat system with mastery, as well as additional mechanisms such as School Development and Bonding through the Dates."

"Blue Reflection: Second Light is a fine role-playing game, with a pleasing art direction that makes up for its cross-gen nature and modest budget. The storyline takes a while to get going and the multi-faceted combat system tends to drag …"

"A fantastic game overall and one of Gust&s;s best games to date."

"Blue Reflection: Second Light is a relaxing RPG with great combat and characters that will pull you through to the ending."

"Blue Reflection: Second Light is a nice follow up with a lot of much-needed enhancements. I feel the series is still finding its footing, but currently, it&s;s striking the right balance between a great narrative and engaging gameplay, so I …"

"With Blue Reflection: Second Light, Gust has chosen to expand and to revolutionize the good features of the first chapter, showing to strongly believe in this franchise."

"It&s;s a shame that Blue Reflection: Second Light couldn&s;t live up to the expectations it set for itself. Though the story and characters development is good, the game is held back by overly complicated combat mechanics that seem to make …"

"Blue Reflection: Second Light is an improvement upon the first game, following a group of schoolgirls looking for a way back home while fighting evil monsters."

"Despite coming from a development studio that most people see as a one-series company, Blue Reflection: Second Light is a charming RPG with a clear identity of its own with a worthwhile story to tell and I’m glad I had …"

"Blue Reflection: Second Light might not break any molds when it comes to JRPGs, but it does a solid job blending different gameplay mechanics with an emotional tale of reconnecting to old friends and making peace with the past. Players …"

"Blue Reflection: Second Light is a narrative-driven role-playing game where a group of schoolgirls get transferred into an unknown world and must fight demons. Was this otherworldly experience truly out of this world? Find out in this Rapid Review."

"OK, a very quick admission here that I don&s;t know much about the world of anime and that can make "getting" games like this one more of a challenge I think..."

"Although it falls just short of the similar (but more intricate) Atelier games, those who enjoyed them will be entertained by Blue Reflection: Second Light. The fun characters, moving story, and familiar (albeit lighter) crafting / battle systems typical of …"

"Reflection: Second Light is a perfect example of what a sequel should be. It takes the ideas put forward by the original and improves all of them. There&s;s better exploration, better visuals, and, most importantly, much better character writing. The …"

"Within the limitations common to Gust&s;s games, Second Light demonstrates the developers&s; care in creating the most enjoyable title possible. It&s;s a game that its individual aspects can all be considered good or great, but never earning a difference to …"

"Blue Reflection Second Light achieves what the past episode couldn&s;t: telling an intriguing story with a cast of compelling characters. Its light RPG mechanics leave more space for character development, toning down fan service in favour of a plot that …"

"Blue Reflection: Second Light brings a well-constructed plot with a very strong dramatic load and great character development, combined with slice of life elements represented by mechanics such as Dating that make the progress between one chapter and another less …"

"There’s not much else I can say about Blue Reflection: Second Light. I often say that the original Blue Reflection is the most beautiful game. I say that because while it obviously didn’t compare to the AAA-blockbusters in terms of …"

"Blue Reflection: Second Light is an improvement over the original in every way. It&s;s a brilliant blend of action and storytelling, where both side complement each other perfectly. Some of the side systems like stealth and facility building are a …"

"Blue Reflection: Second Light is a perfect example of judging a game on what it tried to be, and not what it isn&s;t. While it pales in comparison to other blockbuster Japanese role-playing games, and remains constrained by the long-standing …"

"With Blue Reflection: Second Light, Gust offers us a sequel that is still perfectible but surpasses its predecessor. It still suffers from movements that lack fluidity and too many repetitive fights, but its anime aspect is really successful with varied …"

"A great continuation of the jRPG from four years ago in school climates and magical girl. It is a pity that it was released so late. Nevertheless, I will accept the third part with open arms."

"For fans of the original game, Blue Reflection: Second Light is a must-play, with yet another engrossing story and some meaningful gameplay enhancements. But even those who haven’t played the original may want to delve into this sequel if they’re …"

"Persona meets Sailor Moon and it lands more times than not! Very good game and has an engaging story."

"Blue Reflection: Second Light by Gust shows creativity despite a high production pace and limited budget. Interesting RPG with a good combat system but has banal secondary elements. Still a recommended experience for genre fans."

"The cast of characters are all unique and likeable, and alongside the interesting story, the attachment you gain for the cast aids you in your pursuit for answers. The battle system is fun and boss battles are especially tense. Despite …"

"Blue Reflection: Second Light is a step forward for the franchise and one that excels at showing off its unique take on storytelling and solid gameplay."

"Blue Reflection: Second Light improves on almost every aspect of the original, with a mystery that feels more personal as the characters become closer. The relationship between the girls as they seek to discover why they were brought to this …"

"Blue Reflection: Second Light builds upon many of the positive aspects while updating its combat system to be accessible for a broader JRPG fan audience. This is a step in the right direction that, while it may have some painful …"

"Blue Reflection: Second Light does a lot of things right. If you don&s;t mind some slight balance issues then the characters and mechanics should keep you interested the entire game through."