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Shan Gui II: Sweet Osmanthus II

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2018

Should you play it?

Autumn goes by, girls are still waiting till osmanthus blooming.

What works

  • Beautiful art and music
  • Unique comic-style presentation
  • Immersive fantasy story
  • Full voice acting
  • Good value with bundled content

Things to keep in mind

  • Short and fragmented gameplay
  • Complex story requiring prior knowledge
  • Unusual character art style
  • Lack of gameplay interaction
  • Episodic release delays

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Shan Gui II: Sweet Osmanthus II: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Strategy, Competence, Experimenting, Survival. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Story, Autonomy.

Last update: 23/08/2026