Today, during the New Game + Expo Idea Factory International showcased the first English gameplay of the upcoming JRPG Death End re;Quest 2.
We get to take an extensive look at the game including the first glimpse of the English localization.
Incidentally, the version showcased is the one for PS4.
You can watch the trailer presented during the show below.
If you want to see more of Death End re;Quest 2, you can enjoy the first trailer and the key art, the opening cutscene, the first teaser in English, a lot of recent screenshots that came with story and gameplay details, the previous trailer, another reveal with more screenshots and details, the latest trailers and images, the introduction of two new characters, some gameplay video from a few months ago, and even more footage.
Earlier today we got the announcement of the western release dates for PS4 and PC on August 25 in North America and on August 28 in Europe.
If you’re unfamiliar with the game, here’s an official description from the publisher.
Story
Mai Toyama seeks an escape from her traumatic past. She becomes enrolled at Wordsworth, an all-girl’s dormitory situated in the small, mountainous town known as Le Choara where it was rumored that her sister, Sanae, was last seen. Hopeful, Mai seeks to find her kin, but she soon finds terrifying inhabitants which lurk throughout the town after dark. At night, Le Choara’s streets are filled with Shadow Matter—a horrific group of menacing creatures. Around every cobblestone corner, Mai discovers that her hope of finding her sister lies beneath the long-buried secrets which haunt Le Choara.
Key Features
Overkill Brings Huge Rewards – The Overkill system is an added feature where characters can stack damage beyond the health of an enemy for bonus experience! Try to inflict as much damage to all the monsters for bigger rewards.
Beware of the Berserker – During dungeon exploration and battle, a faceless, black figure will appear out of nowhere. The figure will also display an area of attack once it appears. Mai and her squad must step away from the Berserker’s area of attack, as it will instantly kill anyone with one single blow. Run away from the Berserker in the dungeon or defeat all the existing monsters in the battlefield to escape!
Day n’ Night – Mai will need to explore the town of Le Choara during the day and speak with the townspeople to find out clues as to where her sister is. By night, Mai will fight her way through dark creatures stylized in a turn-based RPG. Experience the story through the lens of a visual novel during the day and battle it out against horrific creatures by night!
Don’t Call it a Knockback – The Knockback system is back in Death end re;Quest 2, but this time, Mai and her squad can smack Shadow Matter even harder! Combo your attacks by flinging monsters to other party members!
