Blue Reflection: Second Light Reviews

Blue Reflection: Second Light is ranked in the 79th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
Jun 25, 2022

Blue Reflection: Second Light is a narrative-driven role-playing game where a group of schoolgirls get transferred into an unknown world and must fight demons. Was this otherworldly experience truly out of this world? Find out in this Rapid Review.

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8 / 10
Jun 15, 2022

Blue Reflection: Second Light is a marvelous JRPG experience that draws parallels with Gust’s major works and which brings its players a captivating plot, a fantastic soundtrack, a wide cast of characters and an addictive combat system. Thanks to the way every element fits together, Second Light does a stellar job at holding plot and characters together, and fans of JRPGs will find a wealth of content to explore.

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8 / 10.0
Apr 28, 2022

Blue Reflection: Second Light is an amazing effort for a different JRPG, which combines past and present in the combat system with mastery, as well as additional mechanisms such as School Development and Bonding through the Dates.

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GameMAG
Top Critic
7 / 10
Jan 24, 2022

Blue Reflection: Second Light is a pretty comfy game about friendship, that tells its story through the lense of well written female characters. You can also count on a fun battle system with many different tactics and party members.

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9 / 10.0
Dec 26, 2021

Blue Reflection: Second Light is a relaxing RPG with great combat and characters that will pull you through to the ending.

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85 / 100
Dec 21, 2021

Within the limitations common to Gust's games, Second Light demonstrates the developers' care in creating the most enjoyable title possible. It's a game that its individual aspects can all be considered good or great, but never earning a difference to be called excellent. It's certainly a memorable experience for its battle system and and the casual conversations with each character on this summer vacation adventure, and one that I would certainly recommend to those who are already familiar with the developer's games.

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No Recommendation / Blank
Dec 15, 2021

The thought-provoking narrative and surreal worlds found in Blue Reflection: Second Light are sure to captivate at first, but the charm fades over time.

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ZTGD
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Dec 6, 2021

Despite coming from a development studio that most people see as a one-series company, Blue Reflection: Second Light is a charming RPG with a clear identity of its own with a worthwhile story to tell and I’m glad I had the opportunity to check out after missing out on the original.

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6 / 10
Nov 29, 2021

Blue Reflection: Second Light is a fresh and emotionally engaging entry into the JRPG genre that shows a lot of promise but doesn’t quite manage to deliver. Gust proves that a game can juggle action, emotion, and story, but that’s not necessarily what Second Light manages to achieve. There are flashes of hope and excitement, and the game does manage to feel distinct in its genre, but it will take a little more polish for it to stand out from the rest.

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4 / 5.0
Nov 27, 2021

BLUE REFLECTION: Second Light is an excellent JRPG that although doesn’t hit every right note to become an instant classic or part of the hall of fame in the genre.

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JVL
Top Critic
14 / 20
Nov 27, 2021

With Blue Reflection: Second Light, Gust offers us a sequel that is still perfectible but surpasses its predecessor. It still suffers from movements that lack fluidity and too many repetitive fights, but its anime aspect is really successful with varied graphics and a bestiary that knows how to renew itself regularly. Its gameplay constantly brings new elements but unfortunately sometimes lacks a little rhythm, while addressing topics specific to adolescence that can have trouble to excite.

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7.9 / 10.0
Nov 26, 2021

I'm thoroughly impressed at how much better of a game Blue Reflection: Second Light is when you compare it to the first game. In fact, it's so good that I kind of feel mean for disliking the original as much as I did. Here's hoping for a Third Light!

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4.5 / 5.0
Nov 23, 2021

While the original Blue Reflection had some notable flaws, I always hoped it would someday get a sequel, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Blue Reflection: Second Light might not be as unique in some respects, but it’s a much stronger game overall and an excellent addition to this series.

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8 / 10.0
Nov 18, 2021

Blue Reflection: Second Light is a step forward for the franchise and one that excels at showing off its unique take on storytelling and solid gameplay.

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7.5 / 10.0
Nov 18, 2021

Although it falls just short of the similar (but more intricate) Atelier games, those who enjoyed them will be entertained by Blue Reflection: Second Light. The fun characters, moving story, and familiar (albeit lighter) crafting / battle systems typical of Gust games are a great way to fill the time while we await the release of Atelier Sophie 2.

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8 / 10.0
Nov 17, 2021

Blue Reflection: Second Light is a perfect example of judging a game on what it tried to be, and not what it isn't. While it pales in comparison to other blockbuster Japanese role-playing games, and remains constrained by the long-standing limitations of its developer, it is an enjoyable and engrossing adventure when taken for what it is: a mid-tier RPG that brings together a group of fleshed-out characters who are trying to improve both their lives and their world. Coming off the original Blue Reflection, Second Light genuinely advances the franchise both in terms of storytelling and gameplay, offering an even better experience to those looking for this sort of game.

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3.5 / 5.0
Nov 16, 2021

Blue Reflection: Second Light is a solid second step for a new series. It is visually charming throughout and turns out to have an intriguing story with engaging exploration and a simple yet fun battle system.

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Wccftech
Top Critic
8.1 / 10.0
Nov 16, 2021

Blue Reflection: Second Light builds upon many of the positive aspects while updating its combat system to be accessible for a broader JRPG fan audience. This is a step in the right direction that, while it may have some painful lows, also has some incredible highs that make for an overall great experience.

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8.5 / 10.0
Nov 15, 2021

Blue Reflection: Second Light is another good quality RPG from Gust and Koei Tecmo. Exploring the personal journeys of a group of magical girls, the game offers several ways to get to know their perspectives and realities better. With its many well-executed mechanics, except for the occasional stealth moments, the gameplay manages to convey the concept of mahou shoujo and slice of life in a way that should really amuse fans of the genres.

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62 / 100
Nov 13, 2021

Blue Reflection: Second Light is a solid distraction from the real world, but it doesn't really make you want to get back there.

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