Summary
- Release Year: 2016
- Genres: Adventure, Puzzle, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita
- Developers: 5pb.
- Publishers: 5pb., PQube
Punch Line (2016): A Hilarious and Heartbreaking Adventure
Punch Line is a Japanese adventure game with puzzle elements, based on the Punch Line multimedia franchise. The game was developed by 5pb. and MAGES., and released in Japan on April 28, 2016. An English localization was released in North America and Europe on August 30, 2016.
The player takes on the role of Yuta Iridatsu, a high school student who has the ability to rewind time up to seven days. Yuta uses this ability to investigate the mysterious deaths of his classmates, and to prevent the destruction of the world.
Punch Line is a unique and engaging game that blends humor, mystery, and suspense. The game’s story is well-written and engaging, and the characters are well-developed and relatable. The puzzles are challenging but fair, and the game’s art style is bright and colorful.
Gameplay
Punch Line is a point-and-click adventure game. The player explores the game world by clicking on objects and characters. The player can also use Yuta’s time-rewinding ability to investigate the mysterious deaths of his classmates.
The game’s puzzles are based on the player’s ability to rewind time. For example, the player may need to rewind time to prevent a character from being killed, or to find a hidden object. The puzzles are challenging but fair, and they require the player to think creatively.
Story
The story of Punch Line is set in the fictional town of Kagamihara. Yuta Iridatsu is a high school student who has the ability to rewind time up to seven days. Yuta uses this ability to investigate the mysterious deaths of his classmates, and to prevent the destruction of the world.
The story of Punch Line is full of twists and turns. The player will never be sure what is going to happen next, and the game’s ending is sure to surprise.
Characters
The characters in Punch Line are well-developed and relatable. The player will quickly grow attached to Yuta and his friends, and will root for them to succeed in their quest to save the world.
- Yuta Iridatsu is the protagonist of Punch Line. He is a high school student who has the ability to rewind time up to seven days. Yuta is a kind and compassionate person, and he is determined to save his friends and the world.
- Mikatan Narukami is Yuta’s childhood friend. She is a cheerful and optimistic girl, and she is always there for Yuta.
- Ito Hikami is the student council president. She is a smart and capable girl, and she is determined to solve the mystery of the mysterious deaths.
- Risa Aoi is the school nurse. She is a kind and caring woman, and she is always willing to help others.
- Kaede Misumi is a popular idol. She is a beautiful and talented girl, and she is loved by everyone.
Themes
Punch Line explores a number of themes, including friendship, love, and loss. The game shows how important it is to cherish the people we love, and to never give up on our dreams.
Reception
Punch Line received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its story, characters, and puzzles. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies in Japan.
Overall
Punch Line is a hilarious and heartbreaking adventure game that will stay with you long after you finish playing it. The game’s story is well-written and engaging, the characters are well-developed and relatable, and the puzzles are challenging but fair. If you are a fan of adventure games, or if you are looking for a game with a unique and engaging story, then I highly recommend Punch Line.
Score: 9/10
Review Score
8.5/10
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