Starweaver Express ~Per aspera ad astra~
"Starweaver Express" is a unique visual novel that blends poetic storytelling with dreamlike visuals. As the mysterious transfer student Tsubaki Ueshima, you'll step into a cloistered academy and follow the paths of girls searching for starlight, love, and meaning.
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[Notice Regarding Supported Languages]
Currently, the game only supports Traditional and Simplified Chinese. English localization is planned and will be added as a post-launch update. If you are interested in playing in English, please add the game to your Wishlist and stay tuned for our localization update!
Starweaver Express is a narrative-driven adventure with a unique, poetic atmosphere.
Woven through layers of symbolism and metaphor,
you will slowly uncover the secrets hidden within "Hoshiori Academy."
By "touching the tickets," you can experience fragmented tales:
The lighthearted daily life of the Literature Club, a mysterious galactic train, a girl's recurring dreams, and strange rumors about butterflies and Joan of Arc.
As the truth draws near, you will walk into the hidden hearts of the girls through the eyes of the transfer student, Ueshima Tsubaki. When the sound of the approaching train echoes once more—
What choice will you make?
🎥 A unique narrative and art style that captures dreamlike vistas.
🎥 An original soundtrack of over 60 tracks by composer 10lulu, creating a one-of-a-kind atmosphere.
【Estimated Playtime】
10~12 hours
Ueshima Tsubaki
A transfer student who carries an otherworldly atmosphere.
Gentle and kind-hearted, with strict views on etiquette, yet prone to flights of fancy. Her inner thoughts often slip out unbidden.
She’s good at taking care of others, yet unconsciously keeps everyone at a distance.
Deep in her heart, she yearns for "genuine friendship."
Hoshino Suzuno
A quiet, enigmatic girl who speaks in phrases that sound more like cryptic codes than conversation.
Harbors a twisted streak—if she found a fish tank, she might just “accidentally” kill the goldfish inside.
Noogi Ria
President of the Literature Club.
Whimsical, emotional, and full of dramatic flair. Loves acting and harmless pranks.
If she lived under internet coverage, she'd probably be a YouTuber doing challenges like "Reading Wordsworth While Eating Million-Scoville Spicy Ramen."
Sasamoto Riona
A classic "tragic beauty" with the grace of a Yamato Nadeshiko.
Calm, distant, and self-destructive, she spends most of her time indoors reading or playing piano.
Though she appears cold at first glance, only with Ria does she open her heart, bantering like old friends.
Her sharp retorts are renowned for their ability to drag Ria from her theatrical daily life back to reality.
