STEINS;GATE ELITE (2019)

Developer: MAGES. Inc.
Publisher: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 1,660 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 26 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A tense, story-driven visual novel that feels like unraveling a conspiracy through deliberate choices and atmospheric dialogue.

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What players say

Players say the original visual novel is the better first experience, with Elite cutting some scenes and dialogue. The animated adaptation appeals to anime fans, and the story is emotionally heavy after a slow buildup.

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