For those that missed the deal the other day at Shopto, Steins;Gate is currently available slightly cheaper for £14.49 at Base.com. I just ordered a copy and have conformation of my order.
Steins;Gate is a multi award-winning science fiction visual novel developed by 5pb and Nitroplus.
The gameplay is non-linear, and allows the player to choose their own narrative path through the game.
Steins;Gate places the age-old question of 'What if?' in the hands of teenage scientists - giving them the power to bend time and the world around them...
Features:
- Widely regarded as the finest Visual Novel ever made.
- Exceptional artwork and soundtrack make Steins;Gate unique for its extremely high production values.
- Gameplay interface that allows players to navigate the game and change the story using a mobile phone.
- Multiple narratives so players can play though numerous times to experience a different story.
- Hardcore sci-fi blends with an accessible plot and believable characters for a rich universe.
- The visual novel has gone on to inspire the hit anime which is already a best seller in Europe.
7 comments
81980085
16 Nov 15#1
Also £13.99 for PS3 at Base.
BigOrkWaaagh
16 Nov 15#2
Amazing game. Although I use the term 'game' loosely. It's an amazing experience, let's say.
abigsmurf
16 Nov 15#3
Really good VN.
Just be aware that this is basically a novel, you're going to be spending the whole game reading with very minimal genuine interactivity (there are only very limited points in the story where you can actually affect it and they're not obvious).
My recommendation for VNs is always to play through it blind the first time, then once you've got an ending, read a guide on how to get the 'true' ending (the best ending and the one the writers usually say is canon) . Always make multiple saves when playing so you can go back to a save near where you made a 'wrong' choice.
Spriggan
16 Nov 151#4
For those who haven't watched this anime before I would recommend it. I consider it one of the best animes I've watched.
SIB01
16 Nov 15#5
I thought the Anime was brilliant which is why I fancied getting the game. I really like these visual novel style games, ideal for a long plane joureny or after a day at work when you don't want to think too much! :-)
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Steins;Gate is a multi award-winning science fiction visual novel developed by 5pb and Nitroplus.
The gameplay is non-linear, and allows the player to choose their own narrative path through the game.
Steins;Gate places the age-old question of 'What if?' in the hands of teenage scientists - giving them the power to bend time and the world around them...
Features:
- Widely regarded as the finest Visual Novel ever made.
- Exceptional artwork and soundtrack make Steins;Gate unique for its extremely high production values.
- Gameplay interface that allows players to navigate the game and change the story using a mobile phone.
- Multiple narratives so players can play though numerous times to experience a different story.
- Hardcore sci-fi blends with an accessible plot and believable characters for a rich universe.
- The visual novel has gone on to inspire the hit anime which is already a best seller in Europe.
7 comments
Just be aware that this is basically a novel, you're going to be spending the whole game reading with very minimal genuine interactivity (there are only very limited points in the story where you can actually affect it and they're not obvious).
My recommendation for VNs is always to play through it blind the first time, then once you've got an ending, read a guide on how to get the 'true' ending (the best ending and the one the writers usually say is canon) . Always make multiple saves when playing so you can go back to a save near where you made a 'wrong' choice.
But still hot, one of the best there is for VN :]