Sakura Taisen 2 - Kimi, Shinitamou Koto Nakare (Japan / Rev A)
Sega Dreamcast
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Reviewed in 2000
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✪ Reviewed on January 22, 2023
76
A more mature Sakura Taisen sequel pushing staging and narrative depth further. Tactical battles sharpen, romantic routes devastate. A master classic.
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Category
RPG1 player12+
Description
Ogami and the new Hanagumi battle Rasputin and his dark forces in this Sakura Taisen sequel for Dreamcast. Published by Sega, released in Japan in January 2000. Tactical RPG with new characters, enriched mecha-theatrical combat, deepened relationships with the Flower heroines. Japanese edition.
Sakura Taisen 2 - Kimi, Shinitamou Koto Nakare review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
4/5
Story
★★★★★
"Captivating"
By Sega and Red Company, Sakura Taisen 2 elevates its Taisho-era Tokyo through Kosuke Fujishima's refined character design. Polished theater sets, animated cutscenes and elegant costumes make a warm, retro-romantic art direction. Brought to Dreamcast, the adventure gains crispness and radiance, extending the visual charm of the first imperial troupe.
Composed by Kohei Tanaka, Sakura Taisen 2's score unfolds flamboyant orchestrations, heroic marches and rousing songs carried by the actresses' voices. The unforgettable troupe anthem returns to galvanize the mecha battles, while more intimate themes accompany the daily scenes. Generous, theatrical music, a peak of the saga's revue spirit.
Written under Oji Hiroi's guidance, Sakura Taisen 2 deepens the Tokyo imperial troupe against a new supernatural threat, while welcoming two recruits. More mature than its predecessor, the story blends romantic visual novel, timed choices and theatrical battles, weaving bonds and drama with sincere emotion. Warm writing that lastingly cements attachment to the cast.
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"Mild"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Easy"
Lifespan
"Long"
Technical info
💾0,92 GB📅27/01/2000
Published by Sega
Sakura Taisen 2 - Kimi, Shinitamou Koto Nakare (Dreamcast) price, value & rarity
Japanese Rev A of Sakura Taisen 2 is the corrected version of Red Entertainment's game after the first software adjustments. Emblematic position in the cult Sakura Taisen sub-series.
Is Sakura Taisen 2 - Kimi, Shinitamou Koto Nakare still worth playing in 2026?
A direct sequel to the first Saturn entry, Sakura Taisen 2 extends the blend of dating sim and turn based tactics with evident care. The LIPS system of time limited dialogue stays original and the Tokyo troupe gains in depth. The presentation, the songs and the theatrical staging keep a particular charm. The Dreamcast version offers an accessible experience, provided you accept the lack of an official western adaptation for the base game in any released form anywhere.
