Alicesoft's 2001 classic Visual Novel RPG Yoru ga Kuru launches today on Steam as Yoru ga Kuru! -Square of the Moon- Remastered.
The game is an updated version of the original Japanese exclusive release, and has been translated into English for the first time.
While the original version was rated 18+ with the option to disable adult material, the English Steam version has such content removed (a free patch is available via the publisher's website to restore cut content). The updated release also features a "Modern Mode" which contains streamlined gameplay mechanics, making the classic dungeon crawling sections a bit easier.
You can check the game out once it goes live on the Steam Store.
Overview:
Story:
A bewitching blue moon, the True Moon, has risen in the sky... and beneath it lies the city of Otsuna. Ryou Hamura is living an average life in Otsuna when one night, he's attacked by dark forces. He's saved just in time by Izumi Kagura, a girl with piercing red eyes who happens to attend his school, Oumidai Academy.
Izumi convinces him to work alongside her to defeat the Light Hunters, supernatural beings causing mayhem in the city. As a new member of Izumi's Astronomy Club, a ragtag group of Oumidai Academy students with superhuman abilities, Ryou begins to unlock his hidden strength and grow closer to his new allies.
However, the Light Hunters have their own plan in store, and an azure night of eternal despair draws ever closer. Unravel the mysteries lurking in Otsuna's shadows to bring the night to an end!
Gameplay:
Learn more about your friends in the Astronomy Club, the Firefolk, and the Light Hunters in visual novel segments during the day. Want to become a well-balanced warrior? Allocate your skill points efficiently and train with your clubmates before battle! When night falls, dive into dungeons and grind your heart out to prepare for challenging boss fights.
Play in Classic Mode for a throwback to old-school dungeon crawling, or in Modern Mode to try out streamlined game mechanics.
Characters:
Ryou Hamura - The game's protagonist, a second-year student at Oumidai Academy. His ability is Repeat, the power to predict and mimic enemy movements. He wields the Formless Sword, a shapeshifting blade.
Izumi Kagura - A girl from the family of Firefolk who has been fighting the Light Hunters since ancient times. She's gentle and a little self-conscious, but combat reveals her fierce inner strength. Her ability is Mend, the power to heal the wounds of others. Her weapon is the World Splitter, a large scythe.
Kyouka Nanaogi - Ryou's classmate who also works as a model. Prone to teasing others, her blunt, confident exterior hides a vulnerable side. Her ability is Satori, the power to read minds. Her weapon is her beloved pet, a snakedragon named Chiro who can transform into a blade.
Manami Miwasaka - A first-year student at Oumidai Academy who possesses an innate talent for acting. She's a tokusatsu and anime fan with a strong sense of justice and an eye for what's trendy. Her ability is Kotodama, which lets her influence others with her words. She uses audio discs to cast spells in battle.
Makoto Kedouin - A coolheaded, mysterious girl from family of Firefolk warriors. A skilled matrial artist, her life as a nomadic fighter has left her rather out of touch with the rest of society. Her exact ability is unknown, and her weapons are the power-packing Boltdrill Gloves.
Features:
Dungeon-Crawling Action
Explore and battle enemies in the Rift, a sealed dimension containing multi-layered dungeons, while searching for hidden treasures. What will you uncover in its depths?
Turn-Based Combat
Choose which allies you bring into dungeons and utilize their unique skills to win thrilling turn-based battles.
Exciting Visual Novel Segments
Immerse yourself in the world of Yoru ga Kuru through its captivating plot and gorgeous art. Branching storylines, multiple endings, and plenty of CGs to collect ensure tons of replay value!
Weapon Crafting
Use items to upgrade existing weapons and craft new ones. How you arm yourself is entirely up to you!
Stellar Music & Voice Acting
Feast your ears on an original soundtrack by renowned composer Shade and voice acting by veteran performers, including the legendary Yui Sakakibara as Kyouka!
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