Summary
- Release Year: 2022
- Genres: Adventure, Visual Novel
- Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4
- Developers: 5pb., Chiyomaru Studio, MAGES.
- Publishers: 5pb., MAGES., Numskull Games, Spike ChunSoft
Anonymous;Code: A Haunting Tale of Identity, Memory, and Time
From the mind of Chiyomaru Shikura, the creator of the acclaimed Steins;Gate series, comes Anonymous;Code, the latest entry in the Science Adventure series. This visual novel takes players on a haunting and thought-provoking journey through the themes of identity, memory, and time travel.
The game follows a group of students at a high school in Tokyo who are investigating a series of mysterious suicides. As they delve deeper into their investigation, they uncover a dark secret that threatens to unravel the very fabric of reality.
At the center of the story is Takumi Nishijo, a high school student who has the ability to “hack” into people’s memories. This ability allows him to see the past experiences of others, but it also comes with a heavy price. As Takumi uses his ability more and more, he begins to lose his own sense of self.
Takumi’s journey of self-discovery is paralleled by the story of a group of scientists who are developing a new type of artificial intelligence. This AI, known as Anonymous Code, has the ability to manipulate memories. As the scientists work on their project, they begin to realize that they are playing with fire.
Anonymous;Code is a complex and challenging game that explores the dark side of human nature. It is a story about the dangers of obsession, the importance of memory, and the fragility of identity.
Characters
- Takumi Nishijo: A high school student with the ability to “hack” into people’s memories.
- Aoba Seragaki: A member of the high school’s Science Club who is investigating the mysterious suicides.
- Momoe Sawaki: A member of the Science Club who is also a skilled hacker.
- Rindo Izumi: A member of the Science Club who is interested in the occult.
- Hyu Takashina: A mysterious girl who appears to have a connection to the suicides.
- Senri Minamisawa: A brilliant scientist who is developing Anonymous Code.
- Miki Okabe: A member of the Science Adventure Club who is also a close friend of Takumi’s.
Gameplay
Anonymous;Code is a visual novel with a branching storyline. Players make choices throughout the game that affect the story’s outcome. The game also features a unique “Memory Hacking” system that allows players to explore the memories of other characters.
Themes
- Identity: Anonymous;Code explores the nature of identity and the question of what makes us who we are. Takumi’s journey of self-discovery is a central theme of the game, and players are forced to confront their own sense of self as they progress through the story.
- Memory: Memory is another key theme in Anonymous;Code. The game explores the power of memory to shape our lives and the dangers of manipulating memories.
- Time travel: Time travel is a central element of the Science Adventure series, and it plays a role in Anonymous;Code as well. The game explores the paradoxes and dangers of time travel, and players must use their wits to navigate the complexities of time.
Conclusion
Anonymous;Code is a haunting and thought-provoking visual novel that will stay with you long after you finish playing it. It is a game that explores the dark side of human nature and the importance of memory and identity. If you are a fan of the Science Adventure series, or if you are simply looking for a challenging and rewarding visual novel, then Anonymous;Code is definitely worth checking out.
Review Score
8.5/10
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