Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls

 PlayStation Vita
Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 35 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 35
  3. Negative: 1 out of 35
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  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Oct 10, 2015
    40
    When the game does slip into heavy narrative - which is infuriatingly often, creating a horrible stop/start pace - the story is a mess. [Nov 2015, p.107]
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#21 Best PS Vita Game of 2015
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#5 Most Discussed PS Vita Game of 2015
5
#5 Most Shared PS Vita Game of 2015

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 124 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 91 out of 124
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 124
  3. Negative: 10 out of 124
  1. Xenugears
    Sep 3, 2015
    9
    The Danganrompa series is the only reason my Vita isn't collecting dust at this point so I jumped at the chance to play this unique episode.The Danganrompa series is the only reason my Vita isn't collecting dust at this point so I jumped at the chance to play this unique episode. Ultra Despair Girls manages to retain the quirky charm and self awareness of past, text-based Danganrompa games while mixing up the formula to include third person shooting elements. Somehow, it works. The game's personality, however, goes a long way because if this was just some random Japanese shooter I would not have liked it as much. While the ability to select different truth bullets is inspired, the gameplay here is the weakest element but it's existence is entirely appropriate given the premise. UDG features Komaru Naegi (adorable sister to D1's "average" protagonist) as she banters/battles her way through a world overrun by demonic children and of course Monokuma(s) in all his robotic glory. Many other familiar faces from the past two games appear as well. I appreciate that this game gives us a chance to encounter the apocalyptic events only mentioned in past games first hand. That alone is reason to experience this rather odd spin-off. Bottom like: if you liked those games and don't mind a departure from the interactive novel approach you will probably enjoy this game.… Full Review »
  2. xDaudex
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    Pros:
    Amazing story
    Amazing characters Amazing music Cons: The achievement list is not that good The puzzle rooms tend to be a bit too    Pros:
    Amazing story
    Amazing characters
    Amazing music

    Cons:
    The achievement list is not that good
    The puzzle rooms tend to be a bit too easy
    We now have to wait for Danganronpa 3 to see anymore of this incredible story :(    … Full Review »
  3. Svenstryks
    Oct 21, 2017
    10
    Pros:
    Very nice 3D visuals
    Some scenes feel very cinematic Has lots of different environments Great story Great characters Decent music    Pros:
    Very nice 3D visuals
    Some scenes feel very cinematic
    Has lots of different environments
    Great story
    Great characters
    Decent music
    Puzzles not too hard nor too easy

    Great English Dubs Pre-Installed
    Original Japanese Dialogue in PSN Store

    Cons:
    Can't change outfits of main characters

    This is a title not to miss out on if you have a Vita it's dark, cute, and funny. It's based on the Daganropa series so obviously it will has a great story, you can swap between the two main characters as a shooter or melee attacker. It's like a hybrid 3D action first person shooter visual novel in a way. Has puzzles in my opinion as an action rpg player I like them intermediate level not too easy and not too hard that you get a headache and get stuck not being able to progress through the game. Ultra Despair Girls gets it just right. I bought it at a full price after watching Youtube videos and it was totally worth it. Also, if you enjoyed the game recommend it to other players so we can support the production of Daganropa: Ultra Despair Girls 2!    … Full Review »
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