Three years have passed since the conclusion.hack//QUARANTINE when the events of.hack//G.U. Vol. 1: Rebirth take place. One year after “The Twilight Incident,” a massive fire broke out within CC Corp, destroying most of the original “The World” servers and compelling them to discontinue the game operation shortly after that. A new version of “The World,” referred to as “The World R:2,” was produced one year after the fire. You take on the role of Haseo, a PKK (Player Killer Killer) on the hunt for Tri-Edge, the player killer who put his friend into a coma by Data Draining him.
Later in the game, the player makes trustworthy allies in the form of Gaspard, Syllabus, Atoli, and Kuhn, amongst many more. The combat mechanism is still in real-time, but most of the action involves hacking and slashing. Also, the player can perform special Rengeki attacks after they land a particular number of combinations on an opponent, which causes the opponent to be light blue and yellow. As you progress into the game, you will unlock more powerful Rengeki moves. In the top right-hand corner of the screen, you will also see a morale gauge for the player. When the indicator is at its maximum level, the player can unleash an awakening attack with the assistance of the other party members. Demon and Beast Awakening are the two categories of assaults that fall under the Awakening category. The Demon Awakening allows you to launch devastating magical assaults without spending any of your SP (Skill Points). The Beast Awaking renders the player immune to all forms of physical damage for a predetermined amount of time while also improving the player’s existing physical capabilities.
Guilds, arena fights, and weapon customization are new additions to the game. People join different groupings, or “guilds,” for various reasons. At least two other players can compete against the individual in this game. Arena fights involve two teams of three characters squaring off against one another for entertainment or to compete for championships. You can add elemental or status effects to your weapons by customizing them with things you find on your travels or buy in shops. These items can be used to customize your weapons.
