Hakuoki vs Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hakuoki
Experience the origin story of a popular otome game series, set in the chaotic Edo period. Follow a young woman's journey as she becomes entangled with the Shinsengumi and uncovers their dark secrets. Fully voiced in Japanese with beautiful illustrations.
- Fully voiced Japanese audio
- Beautiful illustrations
- Origin story of a popular series
- Additional 'Tea ceremony event' scenario
- Historical Edo period setting
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“Hakuoki”- the otome game that has gained popularity not only in Japan but around the world, is now available in English! The whole story is fully voiced in Japanese by popular voice actors, and the beautiful illustrations have been perfectly ported from the PSP version! This work was the basis for the series' culmination, "Hakuoki Shinkai" which released in 2015. The "Hakuoki" series started in 2008, and until "Hakuoki Shinkai" released, fan disks and anime have been created based on this game. You can play the origin story of "Hakuoki" along with the additional scenario, the "Tea ceremony event ". ■Story It is the end of the Edo Era, and the 3rd year of the Bunkyu Era... The protagonist, Chizuru Yukimura, was raised in Edo and is daughter to a Rangaku scholar. Having lost contact with her father in Kyoto, Chizuru decides to visit him. There, Chizuru witnesses a Shinsengumi soldier killing a bloodthirsty monster. By strange happenstance, Chizuru finds herself connected to the Shinsengumi, and the assassins desperate to kill them. As time progresses, Chizuru will discover their terrible secret.... Tortured by their own thoughts, the men of the Shinsengumi wield their blades in defense of their faith and ideals, in an era torn apart by chaos. Hidden in the riots that defined the passing of the Edo period, a dark battle within the Shinsengumi begins: A battle that will never be recorded in the pages of history... ■Tea ceremony event In February 1867, Chizuru is asked to attend a tea party on Kondo’s behalf. She accepts to go accompanied by the Shinsengumi warriors. What’s hidden behind that sudden invitation? What awaits her...? Find out by spending some sweet time with your favorite character! *This scenario can be enjoyed by purchasing the "Tea ceremony event". It is recommended you play this scenario after completing the main story. [CAST] Toshizo Hijikata(CV:Shin-ichiro Miki)/Souji Okita(CV:Showtaro Morikubo)/Hajime Saito(CV:Kohsuke Toriumi)/Heisuke Toudou(CV:Hiroyuki Yoshino)/Sanosuke Harada(CV:Kouji Yusa)/Isami Kondou(CV:Toru Okawa)/Keisuke Sanan(CV:Nobuo Tobita)/Shinpachi Nagakura(CV:Tomohiro Tsuboi)/Kodo Yukimura(CV:Ryugo Saito)/Chikage Kazama(CV:Kenjiro Tsuda)/etc *Japanese Only. <Recommended devices> iOS 10.0 or higher *Please note that we do not support devices other than the recommended devices. Please note that we do not guarantee operation or provide refunds for use on unsupported OS/unsupported devices. *We recommend downloading the game over Wi-Fi. *Save data cannot be transferred after changing devices. <User Support> *User support is available only in Japanese. If you have any problems with the operation of the application, please check the "Frequently Asked Questions". Frequently Asked Questions https://www.ideaf.co.jp/support/q_a.html If your problem is not resolved after checking the FAQ, Please contact us using the mail form on the following page. <Contact us> https://www.ideaf.co.jp/support/us.html Please note that once the billing process has successfully completed at the store, the download to the compatible device is considered to be complete, and no refunds will be issued after that.
Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1
This is a visual novel game set in the Grisaia universe, featuring a new storyline and characters. Players experience a narrative of intrigue and action with stunning artwork and an exceptional soundtrack. It is exclusively available to Crunchyroll Mega and Ultimate Fan members.
- Captivating narrative
- Dynamic characters
- Stunning artwork
- Exceptional soundtrack
- Optimized for mobile
- Kinetic novel gameplay
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SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED - EXCLUSIVE TO CRUNCHYROLL MEGA AND ULTIMATE FAN MEMBERSHIPS "Grisaia: Phantom Trigger" is a visual novel, specifically a kinetic novel (without branching routes). Returning character artist Akio Watanabe and writer Ryuta Fujisaki bring you the latest installment in the acclaimed Grisaia series. The series is set in the world of the acclaimed Grisaia franchise, featuring a totally new storyline and cast of characters, and brought to you by returning character artist Akio Watanabe and writer Ryuta Fujisaki. This is VOLUME 1 of 8 - more to come. Key Features of Grisaia: Phantom Trigger Vol. 1 - Captivating Narrative: Immerse yourself in a story of intrigue, action, and emotional depth that expands the Grisaia universe. - Dynamic Characters: Meet a fresh cast of compelling characters with unique personalities, backstories, and roles in the mission. - Stunning Artwork: Enjoy beautifully designed visuals and character illustrations that bring the story to life. - Exceptional Soundtrack: Experience a high-quality score and voice acting that heighten the game’s emotional and cinematic impact. - Optimized for Mobile: Play on the go with intuitive touch controls and seamless navigation tailored for mobile devices. Story: This new incarnation of Mihama Academy is home to a diverse group of students, who every day work to polish their unusual skills - sometimes on the job. There's a gunslinger called Rena (nickname: "The Rabid Dog"), a sniper named Tohka, a demolitions expert called Chris, a spy named Murasaki, and finally, Haruto, their handler. Together they make up an agency called SORD (Social Ops, Research & Development). The specialist training school now entrusts the misfit girls who attend it with guns and live ammunition in the name of national defense. Paying their own safety no heed, these students are again and again plunged into dangerous extrajudicial missions - all for the good of the realm. "We've been granted a place in the world. That alone isn't enough - there wouldn't be any meaning in living, if that was all we had... It's not enough just to get by on the backs of others. I live by my own strength, and I fight to survive. Because only the survivors among us belong with the living..." No matter how much life grinds them down, what future awaits these girls, who've themselves chosen the path of the gun? ____________ Crunchyroll Premium members enjoy an ad-free experience, with full access to Crunchyroll's library of over 1,300 unique titles and 46,000 episodes, including simulcast series that premiere shortly after premiering in Japan. In addition, membership offers special benefits including offline viewing access, discount code to Crunchyroll Store, Crunchyroll Game Vault access, streaming simultaneously on multiple devices, and more! Privacy Policy: https://www.crunchyroll.com/games/privacy Terms: https://www.crunchyroll.com/games/terms/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hakuoki at 66% against Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1's 0%. Hakuoki also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.7) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Hakuoki sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $13.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Hakuoki holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hakuoki has 72 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Hakuoki's written reviews are positive against 0% of Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1's.
Hakuoki ships an update every 6 months, Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hakuoki | Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (72 ratings) — better | 3.7 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 65.7% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 72 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 670 MB | 2.1 GB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | IDEA FACTORY CO., LTD. | Crunchyroll, LLC |
Customer experience
Hakuoki
Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1
Bugs and requests
Hakuoki
Reported bugs
13 issues- Purchases not showing up
- App won't load (black screen)
- Game crashes after intro
- Black screen after introduction
- Game crashes
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- Screen goes blank after intro movie
- Game not working
- Black out after intro
- Black screen with border, no click option
- Stuck on title screen (black screen)
- Black screen after intro song
- Game fails to save progress
- Mouths don't move when characters speak
Requested features
7 requests- Make game available to those who can't pay
- More free chapters
- Consider making more parts free
- Fix the glitch where progress isn't saved
- Make other games localized (SSL)
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- Add Shiranui's route
- Explain difference between free and premium editions
Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Hakuoki
- Common Route Chapter 1$3.79
- Common Route Chapter 2$3.79
- 【HAKUOKI】Common Route Chapter 3$3.79
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- 【HAKUOKI】Toshizo Hijikata Route Chapter 4$3.79
- 【HAKUOKI】Toshizo Hijikata Route Chapter 5$3.79
- 【HAKUOKI】Hajime Saito Route Chapter 4$3.79
- 【HAKUOKI】Hajime Saito Route Chapter 5$3.79
- 【HAKUOKI】Souji Okita Route Chapter 4$3.79
- 【HAKUOKI】Souji Okita Route Chapter 5$3.79
- 【HAKUOKI】Chikage Kazama Route Chapter 4$3.79
Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1
- Mega Fan [Monthly]$13.991 Month
Questions
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