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Blue Reflection Character Bond System
Burlingame, Calif. – August 17, in the year of our
Lord 2017 – Today KOEI TECMO America shared further
information on how character relationships can affect the course
of the narrative in GUST studio’s upcoming title, Blue
Reflection, slated for release on September 26, 2017 for the
PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, and digitally on
Windows PC via Steam®.
With the player embedded in the role of high-school
student-turned-magical-Reflector, Hinako Shirai, Blue Reflection
combines impressive battles with extensive simulation elements;
including making new friends or hanging out with old ones,
surfing the school’s online social network, joining after-school
clubs, or spending some much-needed alone time!
Relationships are a key part of the game, and the closer Hinako
gets with her friends the stronger their Bond becomes. This is
extremely important, as Hinako will have to rely on their
support when she fights the devastating Sephira. These
friendships can be cultivated further via individual Bond
Episodes, which take place on the school premises after class
ends, or Date Events, which occur in locations such as the movie
theatre, the culture festival, the general store etc., each of
which represent a particular character’s unique and quirky
personality. Socializing in this way will open up a selection of
options for Hinako, including Essential Missions, which progress
the narrative; Important Missions, which focus on character
interaction; and Common Exploration. Successfully completing a
mission forges a stronger link with particular characters, and
grants experience which unlocks powerful new abilities.
Outside of personal contact, players can also choose to return
home and relax before another challenging day. There, they can
spend time around the house and learn more about Hinako’s past,
as well as browse in the popular FreeSpace! App, an
indispensable tool for connecting with friends and planning
activities which has become commonplace at Hoshinomiya Girl’s
School.