Sakura Wars: So Long, My Love is a unique combination of gaming genres that combines tactical RPG, dating sim and visual novel into a single exciting experience. As the fifth installment in the series, it marks a significant evolution in gameplay, especially as it expands outside of Japan. Transporting gamers to a fictional version of the late 1920s, the project puts players in the shoes of Shinjiro Taiga, a Japanese navy lieutenant posted to New York. Here he joins forces with the New York Combat Revue, a team of fearsome women who wield steam swords to combat demonic threats. A vibrant 3D rendering of New York City serves as a backdrop for exploration and interaction, offering users a richly detailed environment to navigate.

Structured into episodes, each segment of the title unfolds with its own story arc and set of missions, providing a dynamic and engaging story throughout the game. Central to the gameplay is the innovative LIPS system, in which gamers influence relationships and the outcome of events by choosing dialogue and action options. These choices not only shape the interactions between characters, but also determine the possible endings and romantic trajectories available in the project. In addition to interesting gameplay mechanics, Sakura Wars: So Long, My Love gives users the opportunity to look into an alternative history full of adventure and intrigue.