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"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.

Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 is a visual novel, casual and adventure game developed by Frontwing and published by Frontwing USA.
Released on April 27th 2017 is available only on Windows in 3 languages: English, Japanese and Simplified Chinese.

It has received 342 reviews of which 316 were positive and 26 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. 😎

The game is currently priced at 14.99€ on Steam.

The Steam community has classified Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 into these genres:

Visual Novel Casual Adventure Anime Violent Cute Story Rich Singleplayer Dark Horror Female Protagonist

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System requirements

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Windows
  • OS: 7/8.1/10
  • Processor: Intel Core 2 DUO
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: VRAM320MB, 1280×720
  • DirectX: Version 9.0c
  • Storage: 3 GB available space
  • Sound Card: Support for PCM playback through DirectSound
  • Additional Notes: Windows Media Player 9 equivalent or higher

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Nov. 2025
Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 introduces a new phase of the Grisaia universe, shifting focus to Mihama Academy’s covert students and their handler-driven missions. It sets a tone that blends everyday school-life beats with the constant implication that these characters are being trained and deployed for dangerous work. As an opening chapter, it prioritizes establishing identity, style, and group dynamics. The story’s structure is compact and episodic, aiming to hook you with a clear premise rather than slow worldbuilding. Scenes move quickly between casual interactions and moments that hint at darker histories. That brisk pace helps maintain interest, though it can also make the volume feel like a prologue more than a fully self-contained plot. Character introductions are the main attraction. Vol.1 focuses on defining personalities through banter, routines, and short emotional cues, creating a sense of team chemistry early on. Even when the narrative is light, there is a persistent undercurrent of trauma and conditioning, suggesting the cast’s smiles are partially learned behavior. When the narrative pivots toward operations, it adopts a more grounded, pragmatic tone. The action is less about flashy heroics and more about procedure, risk, and consequences. The writing emphasizes that competence comes at a cost, and it frames violence as something that leaves marks rather than something stylish to admire. Presentation is polished and consistent with modern visual novels. Character art is expressive, making conversations readable even without heavy narration, and the soundtrack supports the emotional shifts well. The overall production does not try to overwhelm, but it effectively establishes an atmosphere that can flip from warm to tense with minimal effort. A common drawback is the sense of brevity. Vol.1 is designed as the first slice of a larger storyline, so the payoff is more about intrigue and setup than resolution. If you expect a long, branching VN with extensive choices, the linear, chapter-like format may feel limited. Overall, Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 works best as an introduction: stylish, character-focused, and quietly unsettling beneath its lighter moments. It establishes the core cast and the series’ mission-driven identity with confidence. If you enjoy episodic visual novels and are interested in a more tactical, grounded angle on Grisaia, Vol.1 is a solid starting point.
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Sept. 2025
Decent story, cute girls, no sex, ecchi
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July 2025
Nice story, looking forward to reading the next volumes. Casually has the best Ninja girl ive ever seen, 10/10 would die for Murasaki.
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June 2025
Great introduction into a new cast in the world of Grisaia. As someone who loves the original trilogy, it is hard for me to not think back and compare the games. In this regard, I am not enjoying this series as much, but I think that is expected as we are just getting to know this group from a relatively short Volume.
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Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 is currently priced at 14.99€ on Steam.

Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 14.99€ on Steam.

Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 received 316 positive votes out of a total of 342 achieving a rating of 8.51.
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Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 was developed by Frontwing and published by Frontwing USA.

Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 is not playable on MacOS.

Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 is not playable on Linux.

Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 is a single-player game.

There is a DLC available for Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1. Explore additional content available for Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 on Steam.

Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 does not support Steam Remote Play.

Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.1 is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

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