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Nakigē
It is most famously, and possibly most effectively, by Key who, I believe, also coined the term ‘Nakige’A).
It is used most famously (and possibly most effectively) by Key.
Definition
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Nakigē typically follow a specific formula, which had been perfected by Key’s developers1;2). The formula used isB):
The first half of the game is comedic with a ‘heart-warming’ romantic middle followed by a tragic separation, and finally ending on an emotional reunion.3;4)
The stated purpose of this formula is to leave a bigger impact on the player after the game is finished, which is achieved by getting them emotionally invested5). This structure has proven to be quite effective, and has led Key to enormous success.
Trivia and Notes
- I started to think that perhaps this is more of a story structure than a genre, but oh well.