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Octopath Traveler is a stunning homage to 16-bit era JRPGs. It features beautiful art design, nuanced and mature storytelling, complete with 8 unique characters that the player can get to know in their own journeys. Players will also experience a behemoth of an overall narrative, a robust combat system, and plenty of content to explore.
What we like:
Homage to 16-bit era JRPGs
Beautiful art design
Nuanced and mature storytelling
Unique characters with personal stories
Robust combat system
Plenty of content to explore
What could be improved:
Can be difficult to navigate the world at points
Battles tend to go overlong
No visual indication when bosses are weakened or close to death
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Become a mighty demigod and battle through a decimated Tokyo in a war between angels and demons. Make new allies along your journey, engage in intense, turn-based combat, recruit hundreds of demons and forge your own path to dictate the fate of all existence.
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In this science fantasy RPG, choose between Claude or Rena, play through their perspectives, and unlock various endings. Recruit allies and defeat foes in fast paced real-time battles.
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Live A Live is a cult classic Super Nintendo game that has been brought to the west with this remastered version. With a unique story told across multiple time periods and characters, enjoy an ambitious scope of HD2D visuals, voiceovers in both English and Japanese, unique turn based combat, and fantastic music!
What we like:
Unique story told through multiple time periods
HD2D visuals and particle work
Voiceovers in both English and Japanese
Unique turn based combat system with risk/reward elements
Fantastic music
What could be improved:
Some may feel disappointed by the lack of 3D remake feature
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Eiyuden Chronicles: Hundred Heroes is designed to bring players a modern take on a classic JRPG experience. Get ready to lead 100+ playable characters through a war-torn world only you can save.
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In this non-linear RPG, rule and expand the Empire of Varennes across multiple generations. Discover a vast array of story experiences as you fight the Seven Heroes in an epic battle that plays out over thousands of years.
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8-Bit Adventures 2 is everything you love about NES, SNES and PS1-era JRPGs - with all of the charm, heart and soul, but none of the inconvenience. Dynamic turn-based battles & pixels with personality!
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Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg (2023)
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It's not about saving the world. In this "leisure adventure RPG," failing student Marie pursues alchemy, adventures, and quests while aiming to graduate in five years. "Atelier Marie," the origin of the Atelier series, has been remade with new elements!
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Experience a world without regrets in The Caligula Effect 2. Transport yourself into the virtual world of Redo, where you can redo your life and become the person you've always wanted to be. Join the Go-Home Club as they strive to escape this false world and return to reality. Unravel the mysteries of each club member's past and engage in turn-based battles with the power to predict the future. Use WIRE's group chat function to uncover hidden truths. Embark on an unforgettable journey of self-discovery.
What we like:
Streamlined graphics and mechanics compared to the first game
Deeper passive and equipment system
Great voice acting and music
Well-balanced combat system with satisfying combo hits
Natural progress of the story with character development
What could be improved:
Story heavily relies on the prequel
Side quests are mediocre
Lack of variety in music
Little difference in graphics compared to the original game
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Embark on a thrilling RPG adventure with the Straw Hat crew in One Piece Odyssey. Shipwrecked on a tropical island, separated from your crew, it's up to you to find them and escape. Encounter dangerous enemies and unpredictable forces of nature in the world of ONE PIECE. With the Digital Deluxe Edition, you'll get extra content and bonuses to enhance your gameplay. Don't miss out on this exciting journey through the New World!
What we like:
Impressive graphics and character design
Well-animated combat system with rock-paper-scissors vulnerability types
Faithful to the One Piece franchise
Good dialogue from various characters in the anime
A must-buy for fans of the One Piece franchise
What could be improved:
Confusing setting for non-fans
Tedious and repetitive gameplay with excessive running
Lack of life and motion in the game world
Limited character outfits and accessories
Easy fights, lacking challenge throughout the game
