A moving, tearful story presented by SPRITE, the creators of "Love, Elections, & Chocolate" and "Aokana - Four Rhythms Across the Blue."
The developers market this work as a "cinematic novel", a new genre of visual novel that prioritizes quality and visual presentation over length. Reviewers note the game delivers a movie-like experience, seamlessly combining story, visuals, and music. This format caters to modern players who may lack the time for lengthy visual novels, condensing the narrative into a short, high-quality experience. Reviewers highlight the large number of illustrations - over 500 CGs - and the high production values, which give the game an "anime-like" level of expressiveness.
Players consistently praise the game's outstanding visual presentation. The character art and cinematic CG effects draw widespread acclaim, with one reviewer describing the artwork as "gorgeous" and "downright stunning." The soundtrack also receives high marks, with players noting the music enhances the emotional impact of the story.
The game's character-driven story is a major draw for players. Reviewers highlight the authenticity and relatability of the two protagonists, Mina and Ran, and their emotional journeys. The nuanced exploration of themes like trauma, mental health, and personal growth resonates deeply, with one player stating the story "hit them like a truck" on an emotional level.
While not an overt yuri title, the game is described as having strong yuri subtext and a "queer-coded" romantic relationship between the two female protagonists. Reviewers appreciate the focus on the growing bond between Mina and Ran, even if the relationship is not explicitly confirmed. The overall tone is noted as wholesome, with the game avoiding unnecessary sexual content in favor of a character-driven, coming-of-age narrative.