
You wake up in a dimly lit room, with your classmate Katagiri-san in front of you. Why are you here? Who could've done it? Why is she here...? Wait a minute... I think you've been here once before. Everything looks the same, yet something seems off...
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"Katagiri-san is relying on me" is an RPG game produced by Plus Design and published by Hanabi games.
This game is the sequel to "Katagiri-san is very cold".

You wake up in a dimly lit room, with your classmate Katagiri-san in front of you. Why are you here? Who could've done it? Why is she here...? Wait a minute... I think you've been here once before. Everything looks the same, yet something seems off...
Try to find out what brought you back to this place in this short escape room RPG with hints of horror, comedy, and a bunch of sweets lying around!



JRPG
Puzzle and Escape Mechanics
Captivating Storyline
Genres
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Languages: English, Simplified Chinese
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Hours played at review time, across 40 reviews with recorded playtime.
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외부 패치 있음 회상방 있음 퍼즐 게임 가이드 공략도 있음 기존 전작에서 내용이 이어지니 전작을 하고 하는 것을 추천
不錯的小品遊戲,建議先玩前作。
хорошая игра с хорошим сюжетом
-----和前作一样的风格,小品级解谜涩涩游戏,这次换了衣服,短裙黑丝针织毛衣配衬衫,依旧大胸翘臀,立绘我很喜欢。虽然地图沿用了一部分前作,但是影响不大。剧情和前作一样,感情线越来越深,猪头男上位,迎娶白富美。 -----可能是肥宅男临死前的幻想吧!给个中等级别的推荐!
第三部怎么还不出,生产队的驴都不敢这么歇
相比前作起码更纯爱了一点
不是 我真服了 这玩意能不能先说需要打补丁啊 每次都是 玩好久绿色内容 玩到结尾发现还需要打补丁 搞笑呢 我就说里面的东西怎么不能用
We have too many soulless Gooner RPGM game already but this is not one of them. Good characters personality Good story and Fun simple puzzles, Goon is just bonus
Katagiri-san is relying on me is a mystery-focused RPG adventure developed by プラスカゼット and published by Hanabi Games. Acting as a follow-up to an earlier entry, the game builds a tense and unusual experience that mixes escape-room puzzle design with psychological mystery, character interaction, and moments of humor that soften its darker atmosphere. Rather than emphasizing large-scale RPG mechanics or action-heavy gameplay, it chooses a more intimate approach, relying on storytelling, environmental puzzles, and a growing sense of unease to keep players invested. The story begins with an unsettling premise. The protagonist awakens in a mysterious room beside Katagiri-san, a classmate who immediately becomes central to both the narrative and emotional weight of the experience. Neither character understands how they arrived there, and the environment surrounding them raises more questions than answers. The location feels strangely recognizable while simultaneously unfamiliar, creating a persistent feeling that something hidden exists beneath the surface. The mystery develops gradually, encouraging players to question details and search carefully for clues rather than providing immediate explanations. Exploration and puzzle solving serve as the core of the gameplay loop. Players move through enclosed areas searching for objects, examining environments, and piecing together solutions that allow progress into new sections. The puzzles generally emphasize observation and logical thinking rather than overwhelming difficulty, making the game approachable while still maintaining enough complexity to create satisfying moments of discovery. Success often comes from paying attention to environmental details rather than relying on trial and error. One of the game’s strongest qualities is its ability to balance multiple tones without losing its identity. There is an underlying layer of tension throughout much of the experience, supported by mysterious circumstances and uncertain motivations, but the game avoids becoming relentlessly heavy. Humor appears regularly to create breathing room between more suspenseful moments, while quieter interactions build warmth and familiarity between characters. This combination prevents the atmosphere from becoming one-dimensional and gives the adventure a more memorable personality. Katagiri-san herself becomes an important reason to continue moving forward. The relationship dynamic between the protagonist and companion creates emotional investment that extends beyond simply escaping dangerous situations. Conversations and shared moments gradually reveal more about the characters while strengthening narrative engagement. The game understands that mystery alone can only carry an experience so far, and by placing emphasis on human connection, it creates stronger attachment to the unfolding story. The visual direction supports the tone effectively. Anime-inspired presentation blends naturally with darker environments and confined spaces, reinforcing feelings of uncertainty and isolation. The game avoids relying purely on horror imagery and instead creates discomfort through atmosphere and environmental design. Empty rooms, dim surroundings, and unfamiliar spaces contribute to tension while supporting the overall mystery-focused structure. Pacing also works in the game’s favor. Rather than stretching its ideas beyond their limits, the experience remains focused and purposeful. Story progression, puzzle solving, and character development move together at a steady pace that rarely feels bloated. Shorter adventures often struggle to leave lasting impressions, but Katagiri-san is relying on me benefits from understanding exactly how much content it needs to deliver its intended experience. Its more compact design does create some limitations. Players seeking deep RPG customization systems or highly demanding puzzle complexity may find certain aspects relatively simple. The title prioritizes atmosphere and storytelling over mechanical depth, which may leave some players wanting more variety or challenge. Those expecting large-scale progression systems or extensive gameplay experimentation may discover a more focused experience than anticipated. Even with those limitations, the game succeeds because it remains committed to its strengths. It understands that emotional connection, mystery, and atmosphere can be just as engaging as larger production values or broader gameplay systems. The escape-room design provides steady engagement, the story creates curiosity, and the character interactions provide enough emotional grounding to elevate the experience beyond standard puzzle solving. Katagiri-san is relying on me delivers a thoughtful mystery adventure that combines tension, puzzle solving, and character-driven storytelling into a memorable package. While its scope remains modest, its focused design philosophy allows its strongest qualities to stand out clearly. Players who enjoy mystery games with escape mechanics and lighter RPG elements may find a rewarding experience hidden within its strange and unsettling world. Rating: 8/10
[8/10]片桐同学是好人
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