Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon- Reviews

Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon- is ranked in the 100th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
9 / 10
Jul 2, 2024

For as many creative liberties as it takes in remaking Type-Moon's first-ever visual novel, Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon- exhibits a respect for the source material that borders on reverence. It feels as though every bit of the game has been carefully and lovingly crafted for the purpose of creating the definitive version of Tsukihime - one in which the shocking narrative developments hit harder, the action sequences are even more exhilarating, and the core story of life, death, and love is all the more bewitching. For fans of the original, it's not only a dream remake, but a triumphant affirmation to the rest of the world that, yes, we really have been missing out on something special for all this time.

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ZTGD
Top Critic
9.5 / 10.0
Aug 15, 2024

Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon- is a remake handled with expert care and fully realized without losing any elements that makes the original a legendary classic of the genre. It stands as one of the pinnacles of the genre and makes me feel truly fortunate that the original to this wonderful remake is the title that kicked off a love affair with visual novels that endures to this date.

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95 / 100
Jul 7, 2024

Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon- is not the original Tsukihime. But it is a fascinating update and expansion of the original game’s first two routes. I’ll definitely be looking forward to the second part of this remake, and so should you.

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9.5 / 10.0
Jul 3, 2024

TSUKIHIME – A piece of blue glass moon from developer Type-Moon is a stunning game that weaves a deep and terrifying tale reinforced by strong main characters and good narrative flow.

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RPG Site
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9 / 10
Jun 26, 2024

Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon- is simply a fantastic visual novel to read from beginning to end. It is single-handedly the closest example of what a modern AAA visual novel would entail; the amount of care put into its production values is incredible in the realm of visual novels. The English localization does a magnificent job matching the tone, spirit, and meaning of its source material as every character’s personality shines through their dialogue brilliantly in English. A few blemishes in the clumsy nature of its flowchart navigation hold it back slightly, but I couldn’t be happier with how the official English release of the Tsukihime remake has beautifully turned out.

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7.5 / 10.0
Aug 5, 2024

We're about to see the game that truly put Type-Moon on the map this week as of press time in Fate/Stay Night Remastered, but I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to jump right into it coming off of Tsukihime. Especially knowing that there's another set of stories still coming. It's a long summer's read, but it may be too intense for some: it certainly was for me.

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95 / 100
Jul 18, 2024

After more than two decades, we have received part of the history of Tsukihime with the remake Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon-. From beginning to end, it's an engaging, interesting, sad, tragic, and very, very beautiful story.

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Jul 9, 2024

It’s incredibly frustrating to review a game like Tsukihime, because there is just so much to dig into with its narrative and thematic depth. I want to pull this thing apart piece by piece and examine the characters, dynamics, and brilliant use of language, that the need to avoid spoilers means that I can’t really talk about it. All I can say is that there is so much depth and intensity to the narrative that it works as a piece of literature, and for this remake that’s backed with utterly gorgeous art and presentation that pushes to the very boundaries of the visual novel format. It is such a good thing that we finally have this masterpiece on our Switches, easily accessible and wonderfully translated.

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10 / 10.0
Jul 21, 2024

Between the masterful writing, exciting story, engaging mystery, and high production values, Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon- is absolutely worth buying.

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10 / 10.0
Jul 12, 2024

TSUKIHIME -A piece of blue glass moon- is an excellent visual novel with action, magic, and thriller elements that reimagines the classic according to its creator's current storytelling style. With beautiful animations and a high quality [Japanese] voice-acting effort, the game offers a deep dive into the fantastic universe planned by Kinoko Nasu and a retelling worth giving a try even for those who already know the original work.

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Recommended
Jul 6, 2024

Even with just being the first part of a remake, Tsukihime -A Piece of Blue Glass Moon- might be one of, if not the best, visual novel games currently Out there. It's a fantastic remake and a great entry point for TYPE-Moon newcomers.

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9.5 / 10.0
Jun 26, 2024

Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon is a stellar remake of Type-Moon's classic visual novel. This partial reimagining brings modern graphics and expanded storylines for Arcueid and Ciel, providing an engaging and immersive experience. With captivating characters, a well-woven narrative, and enhanced presentation, this visual novel is a must-play for fans and newcomers alike.

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9 / 10.0
Jun 26, 2024

Tsukihime: A piece of blue glass moon is a beautiful game with an amazingly rich story, colorful cast of characters, and a smooth localization.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jun 28, 2024

Despite its setbacks, however, Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon’s strengths in narrative and presentation make it a worthy recommendation to fans of visual novels.

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9 / 10.0
Jun 26, 2024

Tsukihime – A piece of blue glass moon – has brought a beloved classic visual novel to a new generation of gamers. It has made significant strides in presentation and content, despite only being a partial remake. Type-Moon’s ability to craft engaging and immersive narratives continues to show with this piece of work.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jun 26, 2024

Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon features compelling storytelling, complex characters, and rich thematic depth. Despite minor flaws and oversights, the remake is a must-play for fans of dark fantasy and narrative-driven visual novels.

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Jun 26, 2024

Tsukihime -A piece of blue glass moon- is a beautiful and surreal experience with gorgeous illustrations, an incredible narrative, and presentation that sits atop the visual novel market. It can be easy to get lost in life, but Tsukihime provides a firm reminder that no matter how fragile life is, you belong here.

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