Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony

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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 266 Ratings

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  1. SoftwareLibre
    Oct 8, 2017
    9
    This is the 3rd and probably last (?) iteration of the Danganronpa series, which is a mix of visual novel, mini games and dating sim. On top of the familiar deep story and the mini games it adds a few new mini games and interesting ways to interact with the game. It also introduces the lie as a crucial and unusual game concept, throughout the story as well as in the class trials.

    I    This is the 3rd and probably last (?) iteration of the Danganronpa series, which is a mix of visual novel, mini games and dating sim. On top of the familiar deep story and the mini games it adds a few new mini games and interesting ways to interact with the game. It also introduces the lie as a crucial and unusual game concept, throughout the story as well as in the class trials.

    I strongly recommend to play the first two games in the story before this, as the games has a lot of references to the past games in the series and becomes very meta towards the end. The story is also relatively less likable to my taste compared to the previous entries and I even include Ultra Despair Girls in that. It's not a bad story by any means, though and it is likely that other people might disagree with me.

    All in all a strong title that consumes well more than 40 hours (45+ for me) and I enjoyed it greatly.    … Expand
  2. jfcantelmi
    Sep 26, 2017
    9
    The name says it all. It's a Danganronpa game. Awesome story from beginning to end with a lot of plot twists. The trials, exciting and fun as always. Loved the new mini-games. 9/10
  3. LittleJohnny
    Oct 16, 2017
    10
    Love the characters, deaths, and executions. Some might say the trials were too long but I was too engaged to notice. I'll have to say this game is my favorite out of all the three, but I'm still going to have to get over the ending. (very far out there, but still enjoyed it)
  4. Spyro321
    Nov 24, 2017
    10
    One of my all time favourite franchises come to what is presumably the end and if it is it could have not went out with a bigger bang. Everything about this game is just so good whever your returning or new to the franchise. The cast are all great and memorable with monokumas stealing the show like always, the cases are some of the most interesting yet with some shocking results andOne of my all time favourite franchises come to what is presumably the end and if it is it could have not went out with a bigger bang. Everything about this game is just so good whever your returning or new to the franchise. The cast are all great and memorable with monokumas stealing the show like always, the cases are some of the most interesting yet with some shocking results and everything you love about this franchise is turned to near perfection. Just buy and support this game please it is so good.… Expand
  5. Skullomania77
    Dec 21, 2017
    10
    While it does not reinvent the wheel it honestly does not need to as v3 is an excellent addition to the serious with everything you love back and better than ever" frankly I could go into more but you should play the others first and even if you have you will know what to expect but that does not make it any less great.
  6. ljvperalta
    Sep 29, 2017
    8
    Danganronpa V3 is a game almost similar to Ace Attorney. It is also like watching Game of Thrones or Hunger Games. As you play you see more and more of your friends (favorite characters) die. The story has an amazing story and a lot of plot twists. Though the game is not for everyone to enjoy, there are times when the game would be suddenly boring. But the game has new features and newDanganronpa V3 is a game almost similar to Ace Attorney. It is also like watching Game of Thrones or Hunger Games. As you play you see more and more of your friends (favorite characters) die. The story has an amazing story and a lot of plot twists. Though the game is not for everyone to enjoy, there are times when the game would be suddenly boring. But the game has new features and new mini games to enjoy.… Expand
  7. Arma15
    Sep 7, 2018
    10
    I really love the franchise and specially this game. Beautiful and exciting music, amazing story and turns, the only little bit of a let down for me was the ending, but in the end something comoletely original that had never seen or thought about, despite of that fact the game is still perfect and since case 1 you get completely driven in the story and want immediatly more.
  8. ToadieTo
    Dec 30, 2018
    8
    I really liked the game and the story, but the ending was really bad in my opinion. Not a great game for returning fans but it could be good for newcomers.
  9. Diegochocho
    Jul 3, 2018
    9
    Bueno... para empezar la jugabilidad en los juicios mejoro, con buenos minijuegos y gran contenido secundario, el desarrollo de los personajes sigue siendo brutal, como también la historia y los giros argumentales, y el capitulo 6 te va a sorprender mucho, aunque como fan te va a dejar un mal sabor de boca. En conclusión vale la pena jugarlo si sos un gran fan de la saga.
  10. bassman2112
    Dec 31, 2017
    10
    I've been a longtime Danganronpa follower, though wouldn't go so far as to call myself a "fan." I have certainly enjoyed previous games, but never thought they were revelatory. I think Danganronpa V3 is revelatory. It perfects the formula (though the trials were perhaps a bit longer than I'd have loved), and has some really strong things to say. I loved V3, and can easily recommend it -I've been a longtime Danganronpa follower, though wouldn't go so far as to call myself a "fan." I have certainly enjoyed previous games, but never thought they were revelatory. I think Danganronpa V3 is revelatory. It perfects the formula (though the trials were perhaps a bit longer than I'd have loved), and has some really strong things to say. I loved V3, and can easily recommend it - even to new fans of the series (though it certainly benefits a lot from being familiar with the previous entries)… Expand
  11. boy_number_8
    Sep 21, 2018
    9
    I can fully understand why this game may be divisive among people. Some people thinking the twists were cheap, the class trials were too long and that they were not happy with where the game went in the end.
    But for me all that stuff worked. This game constantly left me wondering were it was going to go, it contains, in my opinion, some of the better twists and i found it insanely hard    I can fully understand why this game may be divisive among people. Some people thinking the twists were cheap, the class trials were too long and that they were not happy with where the game went in the end.
    But for me all that stuff worked. This game constantly left me wondering were it was going to go, it contains, in my opinion, some of the better twists and i found it insanely hard to stop playing, "i will just play for 5 for minutes" would always end with still plying hours later. My main problem with the Danganronpa series was that i always managed to pretty much guess the class trails result before they would happen, but with Danganronpa V3 i was still unsure who the blackend was even when it was time to vote.

    My main problem with this game however would be the characters..mainly the female characters. A lot of them are pretty one note and you don't start to see much growth until pretty late in the game. While ive always praised this series for managing to make you care if an "unlikable character" is killed, with this game there was a stage when i was really hoping some of them would be killed.
    However saying this, this game includes a few of my favourites characters of all time.

    In closing i can only imagine that if you are a fan of the previous games you will at least be able to appreciate this one even if the twists are not to youre taste. A game that keeps the Danganronpa series fresh.    … Expand
  12. Fortifier
    May 6, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. While the ending is truly controversial and both loved and hated by Danganronpa fans, this game is truly the most aesthetically pleasing and smooth-running game out of the entire franchise. Nevertheless, the trilogy is not without it's obvious flaws that prevent it from becoming a true masterpiece.

    The first game did an excellent job with establishing a despairing aura, yet struggled with establishing the core story as it dropped all the important details on us last-minute.

    The second game did an excellent job with story and character development in the beginning, yet began to lose steam after the second arc as they failed to properly conclude interesting plot details and added in too many random and pointless developments.

    This game's main flaw, however, is that by the end of the game, it tries to make us feel bad for being Danganronpa fans in the first place. That's the main twist that has many fans divided.

    My personal opinion, however, is that this game did a better job than the first two with establishing consistent and interesting plot and character development throughout the entire game while still giving us huge twists along the way that were right in front of our faces all along. In addition, the smoothness and aesthetically pleasing gameplay truly makes the other two look completely outdated in comparison.

    In conclusion, be it as it may, this is my favorite Danganronpa game in the entire trilogy. It completely fixes all the other problems that the other two games had while still maintaining the key themes and gameplay elements that made the other two games so beloved.    … Expand
  13. sscott0829tw
    Oct 4, 2020
    9
    V3 bring a lot of innovation to the gameplay. With tons of interesting characters.
    Compare to 2nd game, the 2nd game got better environment and characters. But most case in V3 is better than 2. The first case alone in V3 is already amazing, you won't see it coming.
    The ending is also great. Never in my life have I seen an ending like this.
  14. XxMario_ken
    Nov 27, 2019
    10
    the best game I've ever played because it has the best story I've seen has characters that you fall in love with them
  15. Design_xjt
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    不够那么惊喜 但是最后的反转还是很有意思的 喜欢这个系列 怕他没了
  16. Tortor
    May 6, 2023
    8
    Incredible story and characters. I cried, laughed, got anxious, hopeful, afraid, butterflies, etc. Etc. This really had it all.

    I was so nervous because the 2nd game was so good and I didn't think anything could top it. I was so wrong and by the end of the 1st trial I absolutely loved these characters and was so invested to see this through to the end. Giving a 8 rating and not a 9-10    Incredible story and characters. I cried, laughed, got anxious, hopeful, afraid, butterflies, etc. Etc. This really had it all.

    I was so nervous because the 2nd game was so good and I didn't think anything could top it. I was so wrong and by the end of the 1st trial I absolutely loved these characters and was so invested to see this through to the end.

    Giving a 8 rating and not a 9-10 though because performance was terrible. Game crashed 8 times during pivotal moments. Sometimes it was a coin flip if i lost progress or not. Also the new 'lie' mechanic was just laughably bad and made no sense with any of the trials making it noticeably out of place.

    Towards the end the performance really chugged too, i was afraid the game would make it through because it lagged so hard for the final trial. Luckily was able to get through it but sorta hurt immersion a bit.

    I also really didn't like the new taxi mini game, everytime it cut to that i would definitely go 'ughhhh'.

    All very minor flaws though when compared to the over 50+ hour game length of just incredibly good story telling that had me at the edge of my seat. I finished this in a handful of weekends and no-lifed for a bit because I couldn't stop thinking about what happens next.

    That ending was incredible too. What a good way to end a series. Gave me goosebumps.    … Expand
  17. ClipScript
    Dec 12, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Even thought this game was not as good story-wise as Danganronpa Trigger Happy Havoc and Danganronpa: Goodbye Despair, I felt this game was a lot of fun to play. All of the new mini games introduced in the class trial were a lot of fun (especially the scrum debate.) The ending was definitely not as bad as most people say but it’s not a masterpiece either. Some of the C.G. looked awful and rushed especially in chapter one.The cast was the most enjoyable out of the three games, even though this is kind of put into question after the mastermind reveals they apparently wrote those characters themself and so they’re all fake. The free time events for each of the characters are really good for the most part, some were a bit stupid but I really liked most. Lastly, the achievements that you had to complete outside of the main story were alright, some were awful while others were fun to achieve. the voice acting was phenomenal, I especially loved Shuichi’s Japanese even though it sounded a bit girlish I think it was supposed to represent the shy and unconfident detective Shuichi was supposed to be. Overall this game is no masterpiece but I am rating it based on my enjoyment and how well the game was.


    Voice acting: 10

    C.G.: 6

    Story: 7

    Characters: 10

    Class trial Mini games: 9 Free time: 8

    Achievements: 8

    Enjoyment: 10 :)

    OVERALL RATING: 8.5–> 9    … Expand
  18. AnimePlace
    Nov 5, 2021
    9
    V3 is the best game in the series, the art and music this time round are the best they've ever been. The class trials are the best in the series and the mini games have been refined to near perfection. Danganronpa fans will be very pleased with the characters and trials but may not like the direction the story heads. This was such a delight to play and I loved every second of it.
  19. stinkyboy
    Jan 21, 2022
    10
    Surpasses all its previous titles somehow with an amazing cast, mysteries and vastly improved visuals. Its lower rating is a shame because there is a lot of beauty to be found in this game, as well as its ending.
  20. gooze
    Jun 30, 2022
    9
    i love everything about this game. music, characters, trails but the only reason keeping me from giving it a 10 is the text. the game has too much text in-between the trials and it can get boring when you are not in the middle of a trial
  21. TianLong1
    Mar 31, 2023
    9
    Danganronpa 3 still manages to subvert my expectations with amazing plot twists, especially during the first trial. Just like in the previous releases, characters are well developed and unique, the mystery is as thick as it gets. I enjoyed every trial, and some characters were very memorable, some definitely more than others. The debate scrum mechanic is absolutely EPIC with the backgroundDanganronpa 3 still manages to subvert my expectations with amazing plot twists, especially during the first trial. Just like in the previous releases, characters are well developed and unique, the mystery is as thick as it gets. I enjoyed every trial, and some characters were very memorable, some definitely more than others. The debate scrum mechanic is absolutely EPIC with the background music, it makes the trial more intense than ever. The english voice acting is perfect. The mastermind reveal was very cool but the rest of the ending didnt really do it for me, the mini-game was absurdly hard and not fun. Also, Kokichi's scary face is burned inside my brain forever.… Expand

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81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 44 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 35 out of 44
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 44
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  1. GameGrin
    Jan 2, 2018
    85
    I would give this higher, but I know later down the line and looking back this is by no means a 9 or even 10 in terms of the game’s scope. But if the writing kept its pacing from start to finish, it would’ve matched the astonishing soundtrack, blistering court cases, impeccable murders, and superb characters. Now if you’ll excuse me, I have to find myself a tissue for the tears I shed to those lost in this Killing Game.
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  2. CD-Action
    Dec 19, 2017
    90
    A brave, flashy, self-destructive spectacle that made me chuckle like a madman right up to one of the best endings in the history of video games. [12/2017, p.58]
  3. Cubed3
    Nov 26, 2017
    60
    The narrative choice made is going to be massively divisive in the fan base. It's a bold choice; it's an interesting choice; it's the wrong choice. Sometimes it can be about the destination and not the journey, especially if the driver suddenly swerves into a wall.
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