Hornet the Vanguard2: The Fox Smirks – A Spy Mystery Adventure

9/16/2026, 5:35:05 AM

Release date: 4/9/2025

Tags: #choose-your-own-adventure #hidden-object #visual-novel #puzzle #point-&-click #mystery #female-protagonist #escape-room

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¥ 825 (JPY)

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$6.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 825
Global Price: $6.99
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Key highlight

Hornet the Vanguard2: The Fox Smirks is a mystery adventure game blending visual novel storytelling with escape room puzzles and deduction. Released April 9, 2025, it features a female protagonist and concludes the "Impe

Who this is for

Recommended for those seeking a unique experience that combines deduction and escape room gameplay within the atmospheric setting of an early Showa-era spy mystery. Players can enjoy the tension of gathering information to uncover the truth and discerning the lies of the characters.

Details

Overview

"Hornet the Vanguard2:The fox smirks" is the long-awaited sequel to the early Showa-style spy mystery "Hornet the Vanguard." This new mystery adventure game invites players to gather information through escape game mechanics and uncover hidden truths by deducing lies.

The current chapter, "Chapter3 Imperial Capital Serial Bombing Incident," concludes the overarching incident, allowing players to enjoy this installment as a standalone experience, though some spoilers for the previous work may be present. A future DLC, "Chapter4," is planned for release at a later date.

Highlights

This title is a mystery adventure game that combines elements of Choose Your Own Adventure, Hidden Object, Visual Novel, Puzzle, and Point & Click gameplay.
It features a female protagonist and incorporates escape room puzzles as a core mechanic for information gathering.
Developed and published by Chiptune, Inc., the game was released on April 9, 2025, and supports multiplayer and Steam Family Sharing.

Who It's For

This game is ideal for players who enjoy narrative-driven mystery experiences, particularly those who appreciate the blend of visual novel storytelling with engaging puzzle-solving and deduction. Fans of escape rooms and hidden object games will find familiar mechanics woven into a compelling spy narrative.

The inclusion of a female protagonist and a distinct early Showa-style aesthetic may also appeal to a niche audience looking for unique thematic settings.

Game Info

Developer: Chiptune, Inc.
Publisher: Chiptune, Inc.
Release Date: April 9, 2025
Genres: Choose Your Own Adventure, Hidden Object, Visual Novel, Puzzle, Point & Click, Mystery
Features: Multi-player, Family Sharing
Languages: Japanese