“Amakano 2” is the third title in the popular series presented by “Azarashi Soft,” which has earned high acclaim in the romance adventure game world. Now moving to the Nintendo Switch, the “bittersweet” days with new heroines are colored like a book of poetry. The setting of the story is a town where time flows slowly. The season is autumn. During this time when people's hearts become a little sentimental, sudden encounters gently stir the player's heart.

The story quietly begins with an encounter with a girl, Yui Kurohime, who happened to sit next to the protagonist on the way back from the countryside. That meeting is a small yet unforgettable moment, like suddenly noticing the beauty of a fallen leaf. Furthermore, there is a reunion with a cousin, Rei Himiyama, who suddenly comes to live with him. Additionally, the presence of an older childhood friend living next door, Chitose Tsutamachi, gently adds depth to the story. The catalysts for love are always casual, yet they surely resonate deep within the heart—such pleasant developments are the charm of this work.

The romance depicted in this work teaches the preciousness of facing the emotion of “love” head-on. The scenario is written by Ryu Gakurai, who has penned the series throughout. His stories do not rely on excessive production, but carefully depict the simple emotions and daily fluctuations of the characters. Like a gentle autumn breeze stroking one's cheek, such calm and kind romance permeates deeply into the player's heart.

And above all, one must not forget the visuals of the heroines by Piromizu. Depicted with a delicate touch and soft colors, they transcend the realm of “characters” within the game, radiating a reality and charm as if they truly exist there. The way they smile quietly, or a sudden lonely expression—everything is as beautiful and precious as a single painting.

“Amakano 2” is not just a romance game. It is the experience of “one's heart being moved” itself. Falling in love with someone and changing oneself through those feelings—this title carefully depicts that process. Please try playing with a relaxed mind while immersing yourself in the warm story during the season of autumn.