A thorough analysis of the appeal and horror of "Higurashi When They Cry: Outbreak"!

A comprehensive review and recommendation of "Higurashi When They Cry: Outbreak"

overview

Higurashi When They Cry: Outbreak is an OVA released on July 31, 2013, based on the game Higurashi Outbreak by Ryukishi07. It was created to promote CR Higurashi When They Cry Chou, and is made up of 30-minute episodes. It was directed and written by Toshifumi Kawase, animated by Studio Deen, and produced by the Higurashi When They Cry Production Committee and Higurashi Project. Copyright 2012 Ryukishi07/ABC Project Board of Directors.

story

"Higurashi When They Cry: Outbreak" will develop a story based on the episodes of the original game. The setting is Hinamizawa Village in 1983. The protagonist, Keiichi Maebara, comes to the village as a transfer student. Through his interactions with the villagers, Keiichi becomes involved in the village's hidden secrets and mysterious incidents. In particular, this OVA depicts the contents of the "Outbreak" arc, focusing on the abnormal phenomenon in the village and the conflicts of the characters who confront it.

character

The main characters of this work are as follows:

• Keiichi Maebara : The protagonist. He comes to Hinamizawa Village as a transfer student and uncovers the village's secrets.
• Ryugu Rena : Keiichi's classmate. She has a bright and cheerful personality, but is deeply involved in the village's secrets.
• Mion Sonozaki : Keiichi's classmate. She has a tomboyish personality and comes from a family that protects the village's traditions.
• Hojo Satoko : Keiichi's classmate. Despite her young appearance, she is a strong-willed girl.
• Furude Rika : Keiichi's classmate. A smart and mature girl, she is an important character who knows the history of the village.

Background

Higurashi When They Cry: Outbreak was created to promote the pachinko machine CR Higurashi When They Cry Chou. This OVA aims to appeal to pachinko fans as well as fans of the original game. Director Toshifumi Kawase has succeeded in effectively depicting the story in the short time frame of an OVA while faithfully recreating the atmosphere of the original. Studio Deen's production skills have also been highly praised, beautifully depicting the worldview of the original work.

evaluation

Higurashi When They Cry: Outbreak has been highly praised by fans of the original work. It has been particularly praised for its ability to recreate the tension and fear of the original work. The character portrayal is also faithful to the original, satisfying fans. However, as the story is told in a short 30-minute time frame, some parts may be a little difficult to understand for viewers who are unfamiliar with the original work. However, fans of the original work will be able to enjoy the new perspectives and direction that are unique to OVAs.

Recommendation

"Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Outbreak" is a must-see for fans of the original game "Higurashi Outbreak". For fans who love the world and characters of the original work, this OVA is a rare opportunity to enjoy the story from a new perspective. For pachinko fans, this OVA will also help them to understand the appeal of "CR Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Toh". Even for viewers who are not familiar with the original work, if you are interested in horror and mystery elements, I think it is worth watching at least once.

Related Titles

The following works are related to "Higurashi When They Cry: Outbreak".

• "Higurashi When They Cry" : A TV anime adaptation of the original game. It has 26 episodes and depicts the main episodes of the original work.
• "Higurashi When They Cry Kai" : A TV anime adaptation of the sequel to the original game. It has 24 episodes and depicts the latter half of the original story.
• "Higurashi When They Cry: Gou" : A TV anime adaptation that depicts new developments in the original game. It has 24 episodes and depicts the original from a new perspective.
• "Higurashi When They Cry: Graduation" : A sequel to "Higurashi When They Cry: Gou". It is a 15-episode series that depicts the conclusion of the original work.

More Information

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

game

■ Release date

July 31, 2013

■Release and sales

It was created to promote "CR Higurashi When They Cry".

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

・Original work: Ryukishi07/07th Expansion "Higurashi Outbreak"

■ Director

Director and scriptwriter: Toshifumi Kawase

■ Production

Animation Production: Studio Deen Production: Higurashi When They Cry Production Committee / Higurashi Project

■Works

©2012 Ryukishi07/ABC Project Board of Directors

Conclusion

Higurashi When They Cry: Outbreak is a must-see for fans of the original game, and is also of interest to pachinko fans. For fans who love the world and characters of the original, this OVA is a rare opportunity to enjoy the story from a new perspective. It is also worth watching for viewers who are interested in horror and mystery elements. Be sure to watch this OVA and experience the secrets of Hinamizawa Village and the conflicts of the characters.