Because We’re Here is a bittersweet otome dating sim in an unforgiving WW1-inspired setting.

　　It's a narrative-driven episodic visual novel. This is the second of four acts.

　　Can you find love amongst doomed youth?

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　　February 1915, Wesslinger National Calendar.

　　A month has passed since the events of Act I. The First Lassallian War shows no signs of resolution, and rumours of a spring offensive hang heavy over both sides of No Man’s Land.

　　At long last, Private Rauss of the Wesslinger Postal Corps enters the war in earnest. Though yet to make her peace with the tragedy that has devastated her circle of friends, Elfriede is determined to keep following her heart - even through the hell where youth and laughter go.

　　 The Journey Continues - Elfriede's precarious Postal Corps odyssey is underway. Act II features 48 unique pieces of new CG art. The Cast is Complete - The remaining 8 main characters make their debut in Elfriede’s story (including the final love interests), alongside a litany of new supporting characters. A Trench Opera Within a Trench Opera - Intermittently play as Ethel Winter, a scornful telephonist from the other side of the conflict, and see the unfortunate consequences of Elfriede’s actions first-hand. Act II (Live and Let Live) is the longest of Because We're Here's four acts.

　　Estimated playthrough time is roughly 6-7 hours. (220k words.)

　　It is highly recommended that you play Act I of Because We're Here before beginning Act II:

　　All Because We're Here purchases on Itch include a Steam key.

　　(NB: on Steam, Act II is DLC - so you must have Act I in your Steam library.)