Innocent Grey outdo themselves again by presenting an even better story than KnS1, this time with a long flashback segment that takes place in a Higurashi/Raging Loop-like village with religious roots and aversion to outsiders, which stands out on its own from those two VNs due to the mid-20th century Japan time period.
This is the longest KnS entry and for a reason. While a bad idea on paper, with introducing a "side-story" that doesn't directly tie back to KnS1 until the end, the character writing is drastically improved, where pretty much the entire cast shines. The art and direction are a lot better, the music is amazing, and the atmosphere is different, but preferable to the first game. By the time you get a follow-up to KnS1's plot threads, you find the main characters very interesting and likable, or at least empathise with them. There are far fewer problematic (sexual) elements that get distasteful treatment. It is also more emotional. There is a specific scene that will be something I remember forever.
This is the longest KnS entry and for a reason. While a bad idea on paper, with introducing a "side-story" that doesn't directly tie back to KnS1 until the end, the character writing is drastically improved, where pretty much the entire cast shines. The art and direction are a lot better, the music is amazing, and the atmosphere is different, but preferable to the first game. By the time you get a follow-up to KnS1's plot threads, you find the main characters very interesting and likable, or at least empathise with them. There are far fewer problematic (sexual) elements that get distasteful treatment. It is also more emotional. There is a specific scene that will be something I remember forever.