Info about 100% Orange Juice - Railway Runners Pack:

Official game description:
This Extra Character Pack for 100% Orange Juice adds 2 all-new playable characters from developer Orange\_Juice - **Lone Rider** and **Merchant**, both Stage 3 bosses from "Flying Red Barrel", as well as announcer voices for them!  
Owners of the Railway Runners Pack unlock the field "Lonely Railway" for free in-game.
Railway Runners Pack includes
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*   **Lone Rider**, the charismatic man from 'Flying Red Barrel' on an endless journey (Voice: Terashima Junta)  
*   **Merchant**, the cunning salesman from 'Flying Red Barrel' who delivers what he wants, where he wants (Voice: Yamanaka Masahiro)  
*   New, unique Hyper Cards for both characters to bring chaos to the battlefield with!  
*   New music tracks play as Lone Rider and Merchant's themes  
*   Free unlock of the "Lonely Railway" field.
The new characters are designed by Orange\_Juice's original staff for the game's English Steam release, with character art by Hono and hyper card art by Junpyon.

Release date: Jul 5, 2021

Categories: Board Game, Turn-based Strategy, Card-based Gameplay, Anime, Multiplayer, Character Progression


- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
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- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: N/A
  - Story completion: N/A
  - Session length: N/A
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The reviews recommend or discuss the DLC, its card packs, characters, and purchase value, but none report hours played, completion time, story length, session length, or endgame duration for 100% Orange Juice - Railway Runners Pack. Because no review gives a numeric or duration-based playtime metric, every playtime field is null.
- Time-to-fun: No data
- Player Archetypes:
  - Niche Game Content Supporter (buy)
    - Motivation: Supporting a niche game and enjoying continued developer events and content.
    - Playstyle: Plays regularly through events and follows new character and card releases that reshape the meta.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: N/A
    - Reference games: N/A
  - Character Mechanics Analyst (buy)
    - Motivation: Mastering character mechanics and understanding unit balance.
    - Playstyle: Analyzes stats, passives, and character roles to optimize strategies and evaluate balance.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: N/A
    - Reference games: N/A
  - Ethics-Conscious DLC Skeptic (no buy)
    - Motivation: Enjoying DLC content while holding developers accountable for their actions.
    - Playstyle: Plays the DLC and evaluates balance, but decides recommendations based on developer ethics.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: no buy
    - Labels: N/A
    - Reference games: N/A


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Lone Rider excels at speed (weight 0.68): Lone Rider is a character entirely focused on speed and becomes a terror once revved up, with a powerful statline when going fast. His hyper, Upshift, makes it nearly impossible for opponents to catch or KO him once he gets ahead.
- Merchant offers unique playstyle (weight 0.66): Merchant specializes in paying off players to avoid fights and making profits, with above-average survival and star-gathering abilities. His hyper and passive provide Freight, a get-out-of-beating free card that can also be turned in for extra stars.
- DLC card packs are must-have (weight 0.33): All DLC card packs are considered must-have for increased playing options, and more cards can be unlocked for a nice price. This adds significant value to the game.
- Drifting theme is romantic and appealing (weight 0.31): The drifting theme evokes a romantic and appealing atmosphere, contributing to the overall enjoyment of the DLC. It complements the high-speed focus of the new characters.
- New OJ themes are great (weight 0.31): The DLC adds two favorite OJ themes, including the Lone Rider theme that plays on norma, which is excellent. These themes enhance the overall experience.
- Developer supports game with events (weight 0.2): The developer delivers awesome events, new characters, and new cards even though the game is not very popular. This ongoing support is highly appreciated by players.
- Lone Rider benefits from speed cards (weight 0.19): Lone Rider gets insane value from cards like Dash! and Windy Enchantment, which enhance his speed-based playstyle. These cards make him even more effective at outrunning opponents.
- New map is pretty sweet (weight 0.18): The new map introduced in the DLC is well-received and adds freshness to the game. It complements the new characters and playstyles.
- Merchant becomes strong at level 5 (weight 0.18): Merchant becomes strong once reaching level 5 if you can survive that long, providing a rewarding power spike. This makes Merchant a viable character for those who can endure the early game.
- Zealous Salesman is powerful battle card (weight 0.18): Zealous Salesman is a brute force battle card capable of large ATK boosts, making it a strong addition to aggressive decks. It synergizes well with characters like Lone Rider.
- Economy element is enjoyable (weight 0.18): The economy/capitalism element of the game is enjoyable and adds depth to the gameplay. It provides an additional layer of strategy beyond combat.
- Bounty hunter characters are decent (weight 0.16): Both bounty hunter characters are considered decent, providing solid options for players who enjoy that archetype. They are not exceptional but are viable.

Common complaints:
- Lone Rider needs balancing (weight 0.66): Players report that Lone Rider has been nerfed multiple times but still requires adjustment, with some calling it slightly overpowered. Others question its viability compared to the dump-truck witch Roni, especially given its expensive hyper.
- Developer misconduct and moderation issues (weight 0.62): Players accuse developers of hiding negative reviews, falsely warning and banning users, and pushing original characters instead of Orange_Juice characters. Moderation is described as awful, and forums can be toxic with bullying and fanboyism.
- Merchant's revive cost too high (weight 0.44): Merchant takes a long time to revive due to his 6 REC cost, and some players feel he may not deserve such a high cost. His hyper ATK boost is also difficult and rare to use, making it better to focus on offloading Freight instead.
- Merchant is weak to discard (weight 0.33): Merchant is highly vulnerable to discard effects that remove his Freight and battle cards, including defensive ones like Rbits, which become useless. This makes his deck difficult to build and play effectively.
- Greed and declining quality (weight 0.31): There is a perception of plenty of greed, and game balance and quality are seen as on the decline. This reflects broader dissatisfaction with the game's direction.
- Bounty hunters need hyper cards (weight 0.19): Both bounty hunters require two hyper cards to get started, which may be a barrier to their effectiveness. This suggests a dependency on specific cards for these characters to function well.
- Coolest pose low damage (weight 0.16): The coolest pose results in the lowest damage, which is disappointing for players who enjoy style over substance. This may indicate a need to balance visual appeal with gameplay effectiveness.

Gameplay feedback:
- Lone Rider DLC Character (weight 0.97): The Lone Rider is a new DLC character specializing in speed, with stats of 5 HP, 0 ATK, 0 DEF, -1 EVD, and 5 REC. His passive grants +1 ATK, +1 DEF, and +2 EVD when rolling above 6 MOV, and his hyper, Upshift, provides movement stacks that can be consumed for burst speed.
- Merchant DLC Character (weight 0.88): The Merchant is a DLC character that uses Freight cards to avoid fights and profit, with stats of 5 HP, 0 ATK, 0 DEF, 0 EVD, and 6 REC. His passive allows holding 4 cards and gaining a Freight card when landing on another player's home, while his hyper grants ATK based on Freight cards in hand.
- DLC Adds Characters and Variety (weight 0.76): The DLC introduces new characters like Merchant, Lone Rider, and others, along with additional card packs that expand playing options. These additions also bring new playstyles, themes, and a new map to the game.
- Card-Driven Character Design (weight 0.44): Characters are built around cards and hyper cards, with their abilities and playstyles heavily influenced by the cards they can use. Collectible cards from shop packs shape the meta and provide strategic depth.
- Diverse Character Speeds and Playstyles (weight 0.44): Characters have differing speed and playstyles, allowing players to choose between economic play and speed-focused strategies. This diversity caters to various preferences and enhances replayability.
- Turn-Based Board Game Core (weight 0.42): The game is a turn-based board game where driving, gear shifting, and speed devices are core activities that can be combined for strategic movement. Players navigate the board, collect stars, and engage in battles.
- Character Progression and Levels (weight 0.19): Characters have levels, with level 5 being a notable power spike that significantly enhances their capabilities. This progression system adds a layer of growth and strategy to the game.
- Cook Speed and Star Focus (weight 0.18): Cook is a character that moves quickly with a focus on star collection, offering a distinct playstyle centered on speed and economic gain. This makes Cook a strong contender for star-based victory strategies.
- NoName Evasive Ability (weight 0.18): NoName can dodge death by shedding his body and sending the boss after attackers, providing a unique survival mechanism. This ability can turn the tide by redirecting threats.
- Zealous Salesman Battle Card (weight 0.17): The Zealous Salesman is a battle card that grants large ATK boosts, making it a powerful tool in combat. It can significantly swing battles in the player's favor.
- Norma Triggers Character Themes (weight 0.16): Playing a norma triggers a character-specific theme, adding a personalized auditory experience. This feature enhances immersion and character identity.
- Sherry Comparison to Lone Rider (weight 0.16): Sherry is a character that Lone Rider is compared to, likely due to similar speed-oriented traits or playstyle. This comparison highlights Sherry's role as a fast and agile character.

Performance notes:
No performancepoints

Recommendations:
- Field unlock grind skip (weight 0.19): The DLC is recommended specifically to skip the grinding needed for field unlocks. This appeals to players who want to save time on repetitive progression.
- Unofficial DLC recommendation (weight 0.19): Despite needing some work, players unofficially recommend the DLC. The content is seen as worthwhile even with flaws.
- Strong overall recommendation (weight 0.18): Players highly recommend the game overall. The positive sentiment suggests broad satisfaction with the core experience.
- Dev actions harm reputation (weight 0.18): Some players officially cannot recommend the DLC due to the developers' poor actions. This reflects external controversy impacting purchase decisions.
- Character pack urgency (weight 0.18): Players advise getting the character pack while it is hot. This implies limited availability or high current demand.

Other player notes:
- New character DLC release (weight 0.47): The DLC adds Merchant and Lone Rider as playable characters according to clusters 1 and 7. Multiple reviewers discuss this addition and its impact on the roster. It is described as one of the rare Orange Juice DLCs featuring two male characters, as noted in cluster 4.
- Character theme and playstyles (weight 0.31): The expansion includes two unique themes and playstyles for the new characters, as mentioned in cluster 3. A Lone Rider theme specifically plays when you norma, according to cluster 5. These thematic additions enhance the game's atmosphere.
- Card pack unlock mechanic (weight 0.19): The DLC unlocks card packs in the shop, but players still need to purchase individual cards from those packs, per cluster 12. This means players must spend additional in-game currency or real money to access the new cards. The mechanic is noted as a point of consideration for buyers.
- Community moderation issues (weight 0.19): The forum community is described as having moderation issues and concerns about developer behavior, according to cluster 10. This highlights potential problems in community management that may affect player perception.
- Game speed compared to Mach 10 (weight 0.19): The game is described as delivering the closest thing to going over Mach 10 speed on a turn-based board game, per cluster 2. This vivid comparison emphasizes the fast-paced and exhilarating nature of the gameplay.
- Character stats and abilities provided (weight 0.19): The reviewer provides detailed character stats, passives, and hyper abilities for Merchant and Lone Rider, according to cluster 8. This information helps players understand how to effectively use the new characters in gameplay.
- Proposed Upshift mechanic change (weight 0.18): One reviewer suggests that Upshift should lose half stacks if ending the turn prematurely and no longer lose stacks when forced to end turn, as stated in cluster 9. This change aims to balance the mechanic and improve player experience.
- DLC saves field unlock grinding (weight 0.18): Purchasing this DLC saves players from grinding to unlock the field, as noted in cluster 6. This convenience factor is a significant benefit for those looking to access content quickly without repetitive tasks.
- Comparison to slippery characters (weight 0.18): The character pack is compared to Sherry (Lone Rider) and NoName (Merchant) for players who enjoy slippery characters, as mentioned in cluster 13. This comparison helps set expectations for the playstyle of the new characters.

Emotions:
- Excitement (weight 0.19): Players are excited about the release of two male characters and the long-awaited playable appearance of Lone Rider. The fast-paced turn-based board game mechanics also contribute to the thrill.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.13): The expansion brings favorite characters, themes, and fun playstyles, along with a new map that enhances the experience. The DLC content, especially the characters and their playstyles, plus the speedy driving, are key sources of enjoyment.
- Mild approval (weight 0.06): The bounty hunter characters are seen as decent overall, leading to a mild sense of approval. This suggests they are acceptable but not exceptional.
- Affection (weight 0.06): The drifting theme is appreciated as a form of romance, creating a sense of affection. This unique perspective adds emotional depth to the gameplay.
- Amusement (weight 0.06): Amusement arises from the humorous contrast between enjoying capitalism and preferring to just zoom, as well as the quirky combination of gear shift and speed device resulting in a dump truck. These elements provide lighthearted fun.
- Appreciation (weight 0.06): Players appreciate the awesome characters and the Lone Rider theme, as well as the developer's dedication to delivering events, characters, and cards despite low popularity. This recognition fosters gratitude.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.06): Satisfaction comes from the DLC saving players from grinding to unlock the field. This convenience enhances the overall experience.
- Disappointment (weight 0.06): Disappointment stems from liking the DLC but being unable to recommend it due to the developers' awful actions. Additionally, the coolest pose only produces the lowest damage, which is a letdown.
- Frustration (weight 0.06): Frustration is caused by developers hiding negative reviews, false warnings and bans, toxic forums, and declining game balance. The forcing of original characters on players instead of Orange_Juice characters further aggravates this.
- Concern (weight 0.06): Concern arises because Lone Rider is considered a bit overpowered and game balance is declining. This raises worries about the game's future state.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.06): Enthusiasm is driven by the addition of Merchant and Freight characters along with Lone Rider. This new content generates eager anticipation.
- Admiration (weight 0.06): Admiration is felt for Lone Rider's coolness and his voice line. These elements make the character particularly appealing.
- Fondness (weight 0.06): Fondness is directed toward the Lone Rider and Merchant characters. Players have developed a strong liking for them.
- Fun (weight 0.06): Playing the character pack is described as really fun, highlighting the enjoyable gameplay experience. This straightforward enjoyment is the main cause.
- Worry (weight 0.06): Worry stems from the possibility that Lone Rider may be nerfed in the future. This uncertainty creates anxiety about potential changes.}