《CROSS†CHANNEL -For all people-》是日本遊戲公司FlyingShine所推出的經典學園青春冒險遊戲，最初於2003年9月26日在PC平台發售，作為該公司首款以自家品牌名義發行的成人作品，因其獨特的敘事手法與深刻的情感描寫，在視覺小說界掀起巨大迴響。之後由KID於2004年推出PlayStation 2移植版《CROSS†CHANNEL ～To all people～》，刪除成人要素並追加新劇情，讓更廣泛的玩家能夠接觸這部作品。時隔二十多年後，本作再度復刻，將於2025年12月4日以 Nintendo Switch平台重新登場，推出最新版本《CROSS†CHANNEL -For all people-》，收錄過去所有內容並進一步強化視覺與音效表現。

故事圍繞主角「黑須太一」與群青學院廣播部的夥伴們展開。舞台設定在漫長暑假期間，昔日團結的社團因各種矛盾而分崩離析。太一與部長宮澄見里仍堅持著重建廣播天線、完成暑期課題的使命。那是一個象徵連結與傳達的裝置，承載著他們想要向「世界」發送的訊息。隨著故事推進，將見證太一與部員們的情感碰撞、過往創傷與和解過程，而在夏天的盡頭，天線啟動的瞬間，也意味著命運與現實的轉折。整部作品以反覆循環、內省與孤獨為主題，刻畫出青春時期那種既痛苦又溫柔的掙扎，極具文學性與哲理性。

登場角色群性格鮮明而立體。主角太一是一位外表灑脫、內心纖細的少年，擅長言語遊戲，卻常以輕浮掩飾自卑；放送部部長宮澄見里則溫和堅韌，是太一靈魂上的支柱；支倉曜子自稱太一的未婚妻，外冷內柔，帶有神祕色彩；桐原冬子是高傲聰慧的大小姐，與太一之間充滿微妙張力；此外還有天真樂觀的山邊美希、沉默中性的佐倉霧，以及時常騎著腳踏車出現的謎樣少女七香。這些角色共同構築出複雜的人際網絡，每一次互動都揭示出不同的真相與情感層次。

Switch版本《-For all people-》在技術層面上全面升級。除完整收錄過去PS2版本的內容外，還追加多位角色的視角篇章，讓玩家得以從不同角度理解整個世界的全貌。畫面經高解析度重製，人物立繪與背景色彩更加柔和細膩；同時，音樂及語音表現也經重新調整，帶來更沉浸的體驗。介面則針對Switch採用觸控與手把雙模式操作，並新增快轉、章節跳轉與回顧系統，讓玩家更方便地重溫故事片段。

在市場評價方面，自發售以來即被視為「文字冒險遊戲的巔峰之一」。以極具象徵意涵的劇本與哲學式對話，探討人類孤獨與溝通的本質，被眾多評論家譽為「視覺小說史上最具深度的傑作」。不少玩家形容其體驗「既像夢，又像記憶的殘響」，結局的震撼與哀愁更讓人久久難忘。Switch 版宣布後，日本與歐美的老玩家社群紛紛表示期待，稱這次復刻是「讓新世代理解經典的最好契機」。

總體而言，《CROSS†CHANNEL -For all people-》不僅是單純的重製遊戲，更像是一封跨越時間的情書，獻給那個關於青春、孤獨與重生的時代。用一段夏日的廣播，串連起人與人之間的隔閡與羈絆，傳遞出「即使世界終將消逝，心與心仍能相連」的永恆主題。對於視覺小說愛好者與文學向玩家而言，這無疑是2025年末最值得收藏的經典之一。

 “CROSS†CHANNEL -For all people-” is a classic Japanese school-life visual novel developed by FlyingShine, originally released for PC on September 26, 2003. It was the company’s first major title under its own label and quickly became a cult phenomenon within the visual novel community for its deep psychological storytelling and emotional resonance. The game was later ported to the PlayStation 2 by KID in 2004 under the title “CROSS†CHANNEL ～To all people～”, featuring new scenarios and the removal of adult content to reach a broader audience. Now, more than two decades later, this timeless masterpiece is being revived once again—coming to Nintendo Switch on December 4, 2025, as “CROSS†CHANNEL -For all people-”, with enhanced visuals, audio, and additional storylines.

The story centers on Taichi Kurosu, a student at Gunjo Academy and a member of the broadcasting club. Once a close-knit group, the club has now fallen apart due to conflicts and misunderstandings. As summer break comes to an end, Taichi wanders the empty campus, searching for remnants of friendship among his estranged peers. On the rooftop, he finds the club leader Misato Miyasumi, building a massive radio antenna—their summer project. It symbolizes connection and communication, a fragile link between isolated hearts. Through encounters filled with tension, reconciliation, and reflection, Taichi gradually reconnects with his former friends. When the transmission device is finally completed, it sends a message into the world—one that transcends time, loneliness, and existence itself.

The game’s cast is rich and multifaceted. Taichi is a witty, playful young man masking insecurity and fragility beneath his cheerful façade. Misato, the calm and gentle leader, serves as the group’s moral anchor. Youko Hasekura self-proclaims herself Taichi’s fiancée, a mysterious woman whose intellect and cold demeanor hide her tenderness. Touko Kirihara, the elegant and proud classmate, constantly clashes with Taichi yet is changed by his influence. Other key members include Miki Yamabe and Kiri Sakura, known as the cheerful duo “FLOWERS,” and Nanaka, a mysterious girl who frequently appears on a bicycle. Each character’s perspective reveals new truths about the group’s shared past and the emotional scars they carry.

The Nintendo Switch version “For all people” fully remasters the PS2 edition and includes newly written scenarios exploring the world through other characters’ eyes. The game’s visuals have been completely reworked in high definition, featuring softer color palettes and refined character art. Audio quality and voice performances have been enhanced, while gameplay now supports both touch controls and Joy-Con operation. Modern conveniences such as quick-save, fast-forward, and chapter select functions have also been added, making the experience smoother and more accessible.

Since its debut, CROSS†CHANNEL has been celebrated as one of the most profound visual novels ever created. Critics and players alike praise its introspective writing and philosophical depth, exploring themes of loneliness, communication, and the human need for connection. Many describe it as “a dreamlike narrative that lingers like an echo of memory,” with an ending that leaves an indelible emotional impact. The upcoming Switch release has generated widespread excitement among long-time fans and new players alike, being hailed as “the perfect opportunity to rediscover one of the genre’s defining masterpieces.”

In essence, “CROSS†CHANNEL -For all people-” is not merely a remaster—it is a love letter to the golden era of visual novels. Through its poignant story of youth, loss, and rebirth, it reminds us that even when the world fades away, the bonds between hearts can still cross every channel. For fans of narrative-driven games and emotional storytelling, this 2025 release stands as one of the most significant revivals of a classic in recent years.