Objectively, this game is an okay visual novel with pretty subpar battle gameplay. For me subjectively, a big Azur Lane fan, this game has giving me plenty of enjoyment. I did enjoy the VN parts more than the battle gameplay, but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't actually enjoying the battles. Because I really, really am.

Again, I can not stress enough that this review is coming from a big Azur Lane fan. Someone who bought the physical CE for this game.

If you're only a little into Azur Lane, wait for a significant price drop before buying this game.
If you're unfamiliar with Azur Lane, steer clear, maybe give the mobile game a spin, but do not buy Crosswave (yet).

Edit: An edit about the DLC characters: honestly, the extra interactions you get with these characters you know from the original game are worth it by itself. In terms of actual battle gameplay is not really worth it.

Objectively, this game is an okay visual novel with pretty subpar battle gameplay. For me subjectively, a big Azur Lane fan, this game has giving me plenty of enjoyment. I did enjoy the VN parts more than the battle gameplay, but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't actually enjoying the battles. Because I really, really am. Again, I can not stress enough that this review is coming from a big Azur Lane fan. Someone who bought the physical CE for this game. If you're only a little into Azur Lane, wait for a significant price drop before buying this game. If you're unfamiliar with Azur Lane, steer clear, maybe give the mobile game a spin, but do not buy Crosswave (yet). Edit: An edit about the DLC characters: honestly, the extra interactions you get with these characters you know from the original game are worth it by itself. In terms of actual battle gameplay is not really worth it.