Sakura Wars: So Long, My Love

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  • Summary: Sakura Wars: So Long, My Love combines the epic battles of an RPG with the character interaction and development of a sim game in the free-roaming environment of 1920s New York City. Pilot mechs, perform in plays, and experience action and adventure in this Steampunk Extravaganza.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 30
  3. Negative: 2 out of 30
  1. Cheat Code Central
    92
    The worst part about So Long My Love is that awful feeling when you realize that there are at least four other Sakura Wars games that have never come to America. I desperately need to return to the warm and happy world of Sakura, but the best I can hope for is a second (or third) playthrough that takes advantage of Sakura's branching storyline.
  2. IGN
    90
    One that shouldn't be missed.
  3. ZTGD
    85
    This is one of the few times when a game does something so different it will make or break the game entirely, but if it is your thing, it will be hard to beat when it comes to overall quality.
  4. SpazioGames
    80
    Sakura Wars So Long My Love is an interesting Visual Novel fused with strategic Jrpg elements. The cast is well characterized with so many different girls to interact with. Battles are always challenging but with a good Jrpg degree you can overcome any hardships. The bad thing is that the game lasts just 15 hours and the control system has not been rebuilt for the Wii version.
  5. Multiplayer.it
    75
    Even if it's not suitable for everyone, Sakura Wars: So Long, My Love really deserves a chance. With his astonishing artworks, good amount of variety and entertaining battles, the game will certainly make any otaku happy. Despite the poor 3D and the unbearable sound effects, it definitely is one of the best visual novels so far.
  6. Eurogamer
    70
    Sakura Wars: So Long My Love might be one of the most unlikely western releases of recent years, but the very fact that an English language version of such a niche title exists at all is cause for some cheer.
  7. The A.V. Club
    25
    Sakura Wars' goofy premise isn't enough to save the hybrid dating sim and role-playing game from feeling like an interminable slog.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 1 out of 5
  1. Worldwearygamer
    Aug 19, 2011
    10
    As much as I love this game, I am going to keep this review short and simple: This game is incredible. The gameplay is innovative and fun, theAs much as I love this game, I am going to keep this review short and simple: This game is incredible. The gameplay is innovative and fun, the story is engaging, and the characters are unbelievably real and fleshed-out. The replay value is beyond anything I have seen in a game in a while. A single playthrough will last about 15-20 hours, but believe me: you will want to play more than once. Branching conversation paths, multiple endings, and plenty of hidden secrets will keep you busy for far longer than you might think. Don't let the critic reviews fool you; as long as you are okay with the Anime art style (which is very well drawn, by the way), this game is well worth your time and money.… Expand
  2. Viny1React
    Jan 14, 2021
    10
    Great game with good dating's and combat's.
    Not hard, casual battles.
    Recommend to play.
  4. Steeldude
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    If you want to play a good game that features a visual novel dating sim system as well as some strategic elements, this is a game for you.If you want to play a good game that features a visual novel dating sim system as well as some strategic elements, this is a game for you. Both parts are equally good. It's not Persona 3, you know.… Expand
  5. blueandyellow
    Jul 4, 2015
    9
    Great game for casual RPG-ers or for those who are new to the genre. I thoroughly enjoyed it and although it was short, it makes up for itGreat game for casual RPG-ers or for those who are new to the genre. I thoroughly enjoyed it and although it was short, it makes up for it with replay value. The controls were not the most intuitive but the art style was one of my favourites and suited the game. I would love for others in the series to come to North America.… Expand
  6. R8tist
    May 3, 2020
    2
    The game is 90% non-animated slideshow dialogue and 10% battles. If the story was any good that would be okay, but nothing interesting everThe game is 90% non-animated slideshow dialogue and 10% battles. If the story was any good that would be okay, but nothing interesting ever happens. There's nothing in this game's story that a generic slice-of-life anime doesn't do better… Expand

Awards & Rankings

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#41 Best Wii Game of 2010
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#52 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2010
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#75 Most Shared Wii Game of 2010