Baldr Sky: Zero 2

About

Baldr Sky: Zero 2 is the sequel in a cyberpunk prequel pair. You play as Edward, a fighter in a virtual battlefield, teaming up with Marelle to take on missions. The game switches between beat 'em up fights and visual novel scenes where story unfolds. Combat involves hacking and slashing through enemies, while dialogue choices influence the plot. Set in a world with mercenaries and government conflicts, the story follows Edward and Marelle as they confront a mysterious enemy named Rasayana. Their lack of memories and connection to this foe drive the narrative forward. The game stands out with its gritty cyberpunk look and the mix of action and storytelling. The relationship between Edward and Marelle adds depth, as their pasts slowly reveal through missions and encounters. While the combat is straightforward, the plot's twists and character interactions keep the experience engaging. Released in 2014 for PC, it offers a self-contained story that expands the Baldr Sky universe without needing prior knowledge.

Storyline

This is the sequel to BALDR SKY Zero. Edward had waken up in the middle of a virtual battlefield with no memories. He was assigned to the Squall squad under the notorious mercenary corps Fenrir. One time while on a mission, he met and protected Marelle, who was being chased by government forces. A few days after she joined Squall, she volunteered to partner up with him on missions. Their squad leader Goodman approved of it just because he thought it was amusing for two people who didn’t have any memories of their past to pair up. Ed also thought it would be a good opportunity for a ‘wired ghost’ like Marelle, who didn’t have a body in reality, to be in more touch with other people. One day while they were on a mission to support Kei who had gotten into a bind, they came across a being that looked like a monster, but moved like a robot: the third most wanted Rasayana. He was soundly defeated and thought he was going to be eaten, but nothing happened. It appeared like Rasayana knew them. Who exactly is Rasayana and how are Ed and Marelle related?