A Game-Changing Role-Playing Experience Receives High Praise – Launching Alongside Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Amidst Intense Competition in the Gaming Industry.
Despite receiving overwhelming praise from players and critics alike, The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy faces tough competition from the “bombshell” release, Clair Obscur – a tactical role-playing game that has been nominated for Game of the Year this year. Both titles are launching on the same day, intensifying the excitement in the gaming community.
While it may not surpass Clair Obscur in overall sales, The Hundred Line captivates players with its engaging storyline and immersive experience. Notably, the game boasts up to 100 different endings, with a wealth of content derived from 60 interconnected narrative threads.
In a recent interview, the game’s director – Kazutaka Kodaka – shared insights into the expansive scope of the project. Initially, the script contained around 5 million characters, but as development progressed, that number has now soared to an impressive 6 million characters. If printed, it would likely result in 60 volumes of novels. This extensive narrative length not only enriches the gameplay but also draws parallels to games like Nier: Automata which, despite having 26 endings, seems modest compared to the ambitious scope presented here.
Of course, players are not required to experience all 100 endings. Games of this nature often allow players to navigate through a primary storyline before transitioning to alternative paths to discover the most suitable ending for their playstyle. This flexibility is a hallmark of this game. Despite the vast amount of content, it typically takes players about 30 hours to complete the main storyline – which corresponds with the gameplay duration of Clair Obscur.
However, for those intent on exploring every aspect of the game, including all endings and hidden secrets, data from How Long to Beat indicates that players will need an average of 193 hours to achieve a “100% completion.” Therefore, before diving into the rich and intricate world of The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy, it is advisable to prepare mentally – and perhaps even set aside a significant amount of time to fully appreciate the experience.
