Cross Connect

Tarumi Yuunagi, a boy who hated human in the shadow, the only one who completed the 『 Legendary Ura-game 』, which was held before. Although he had become a normal high school boy, but an accident made him join a new game, in a role of a princess and「 being targeted by 100 other participants」 . Also Harukaze, the real『 Princess』 in game was body-swapped with Yuunagi in real life. More and more unwanted things happened, changing Yuunagi’s normal day life. Not also that, Yuunagi knew that the death of the 『Princess』 in game also means Harukaze would die, in other to not let that happens he had to finish the game without making any mistake. The ultra real game starting from switching——— 「 We will finish it perfectly」

Original Publisher

kadokawa

Original Language

japanese

Type

Light Novel

## My Thoughts on Cross Connect "Cross Connect" certainly throws you into the deep end, blending action, fantasy, and gender-bending elements with a reincarnation-in-a-game-world premise. It's a cocktail of popular tropes that, when executed well, can be incredibly engaging. However, my experience with this novel was a mixed bag. ### First Impressions Initially, I found myself struggling to connect with the narrative. The story dives straight into the action, which can be exciting, but at times I felt like I was missing crucial context. The premise, involving a protagonist being thrust into a VR game and swapping places with a princess, is intriguing, but the initial chapters left me with more questions than answers. ### What Works Well Despite the initial challenges, I can see the potential in "Cross Connect." The game elements, with the level system and magic, are well-integrated into the plot. The concept of the protagonist having to protect the princess adds a layer of tension and stakes to the story. I also appreciate the unique spin on the reincarnation trope, with the gender-bending element adding an extra layer of complexity to the protagonist's journey. ### Areas of Concern One of my main concerns is the pacing. The story jumps around quite a bit, making it difficult to fully invest in the characters and plot. I also felt that the world-building could be more fleshed out. While the game mechanics are interesting, I wanted a better understanding of the world itself and the rules governing it. The writing style also felt a little unpolished, which at times made it difficult to follow the story. ### Final Verdict "Cross Connect" has a lot of potential, but it needs some refinement to truly shine. The premise is intriguing, and the blend of genres is appealing. However, the pacing, world-building, and writing style need improvement to make the story more accessible and engaging. With some revisions, this could be a truly captivating read. As it stands, I'd recommend it with reservations, particularly to readers who enjoy fast-paced, trope-filled stories and are willing to overlook some rough edges.