Higurashi When They Cry: Gou: New mysteries and a deeper reevaluation of horror

A comprehensive review and recommendation of "Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Gou"

overview

Higurashi When They Cry: Gou is a TV anime series that aired from October 1st to December 24th, 2020, and is based on the game Higurashi When They Cry by Ryukishi07. It consists of 13 episodes and aired on TOKYO MX and BS11 every Thursday from 11:30pm. It was directed by Keiichiro Kawaguchi, animated by Passione, and copyright 2020 Ryukishi07/Higurashi When They Cry Production Committee.

story

"Higurashi When They Cry: Gou" is positioned as a sequel to the original game, and depicts the mysterious phenomena that once again unfold in Hinamizawa Village and the truth hidden behind them. After the incident depicted in the previous work "Higurashi When They Cry", the protagonist Keiichi Maebara and his friends gather again in Hinamizawa Village and fight a new mystery. The story begins with the ending of the previous work, and the existing characters are depicted from a new perspective, and even deeper mysteries and fears unfold.

character

In "Higurashi When They Cry: Gou," the main characters from the previous work reappear and new aspects of each character are depicted. The main characters are introduced below.

• Keiichi Maebara - The protagonist. A boy who moves to Hinamizawa Village and becomes embroiled in the mysterious events that occur there.
• Mion Sonozaki - Keiichi's classmate, a bright and lively girl. She is a good friend of Keiichi and helps him solve the case.
• Ryugu Rena - Keiichi's classmate, a girl with a slightly strange way of speaking and acting. She is also deeply involved in the village's secrets.
• Hojo Satoko - Keiichi's classmate, a young but strong-willed girl whose actions are key to the story.
• Furude Rika - Keiichi's classmate and the shrine maiden of the village shrine. She is an important character who knows the history and secrets of the village, and has a great influence on the progression of the story.

Animation and performance

The animation for Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Gou was produced by Passione and maintains a high level of quality compared to the previous work. In particular, the mysterious phenomena and terrifying scenes are portrayed very realistically, leaving a strong impression on the viewer. The characters' expressions and movements are also drawn in detail, and the changes in emotions and psychological portrayals are expressed very realistically. Director Kawaguchi Keiichiro has succeeded in depicting the story from a new perspective while retaining the atmosphere of the previous work.

Music and Sound

The music for Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Gou is handled by Shikura Chiyomaru, just like the previous work. The opening theme "I believe what you said" is sung by Anonymous, and is a powerful song that reflects the theme of the story. The ending theme "Awakening" is sung by Ayane, and is a song that heightens the tension towards the end of the story. The background music also inherits the atmosphere of the previous work, but new elements have been added, which greatly contributes to the progression of the story.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Higurashi When They Cry: Gou" is a must-see for fans of the previous series, and the story told from a new perspective will provide fresh surprises for existing fans. Even those watching "Higurashi When They Cry" for the first time will be able to fully enjoy the thrilling story that pursues the mysterious phenomenon and the truth hidden behind it. In particular, the character growth and the development of new mysteries have the power to draw viewers in.

The recommended points are as follows:

• Deepened Story - The new story begins where the previous film ended, providing a new perspective for existing fans and ensuring enjoyment for first-time viewers.
• Character Development - Existing characters can show new sides to themselves and elicit new emotions from the audience.
• Animation Quality - Passione's high-quality animation realistically depicts supernatural phenomena and terrifying scenes, leaving a lasting impression on viewers.
• The Power of Music - The music by Shikura Chiyomaru maintains the atmosphere of the previous work while adding new elements, greatly contributing to the progression of the story.

Related works and recommendations

For those who enjoyed Higurashi When They Cry: Gou, we also recommend the following related works:

• Higurashi When They Cry - The first series of original games depicts the mysterious phenomenon in Hinamizawa village and the truth hidden behind it.
• Higurashi When They Cry - A sequel to the original game, the story unfolds to unravel the mysteries of the previous game.
• When They Cry - Also a game by Ryukishi07, this is a story that combines mystery and fantasy set in a luxurious mansion.
• Higurashi When They Cry: Graduation - A sequel to Higurashi When They Cry: Gou, and is positioned as the final chapter of the story.

Conclusion

"Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Gou" is a must-see for fans of the previous work, and the story told from a new perspective will provide fresh surprises for existing fans. Also, even those who are watching "Higurashi no Naku Koro ni" for the first time will be able to fully enjoy the thrilling story that pursues the mysterious phenomenon and the truth hidden behind it. In particular, the character growth and the development of new mysteries have the power to draw viewers in. Points that make it a recommendation include the deepening of the story, character growth, animation quality, and power of the music. Other related works that are recommended include "Higurashi no Naku Koro ni", "Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai", "Umineko no Naku Koro ni", and "Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Sotsu".