The long-awaited remake of my favorite game of all time did it justice as it deserved. With updated graphics, numerous QoL changes and a few enhancements to the already immaculate story, this is the definitive version to enjoy this amazing Journey.
Dungeon crawling segments don't feel like a chore and those are perfectly balanced with the daily life-sim portions, which together make for one of the most unique experiences you can have with a turn-based RPG nowadays.
Things like Theurgy and the encounter design philosophies that Atlus applied to their games throughout the last years can be found here, making for an incredibly satisfying combat experience where you can be easily knocked out if you blink for a second, but can completely turn the tides with a simple good move. You'll be OP by endgame, but Superbosses will definitely make you think twice about your strategies.
Characters feel more alive than ever, from the main cast to the side characters you meet along the way. And it's way easier to empathize with them all now that they're fully voiced. From spending time with the girl facing her parents' divorce or helping a strange, drunken monk to get his life back on track, every hour spent here is irreplaceable.
The way this game manages its themes is a masterpiece on its own. At the same time you face loss and the inevitability of death, you'll experience hope, happiness and everything in between. From start to finish, this experience can (and will) bring you to tears many times. It made a lasting impression on me 10 years ago, and I'm glad to see it hasn't lost its edge just yet.
Dungeon crawling segments don't feel like a chore and those are perfectly balanced with the daily life-sim portions, which together make for one of the most unique experiences you can have with a turn-based RPG nowadays.
Things like Theurgy and the encounter design philosophies that Atlus applied to their games throughout the last years can be found here, making for an incredibly satisfying combat experience where you can be easily knocked out if you blink for a second, but can completely turn the tides with a simple good move. You'll be OP by endgame, but Superbosses will definitely make you think twice about your strategies.
Characters feel more alive than ever, from the main cast to the side characters you meet along the way. And it's way easier to empathize with them all now that they're fully voiced. From spending time with the girl facing her parents' divorce or helping a strange, drunken monk to get his life back on track, every hour spent here is irreplaceable.
The way this game manages its themes is a masterpiece on its own. At the same time you face loss and the inevitability of death, you'll experience hope, happiness and everything in between. From start to finish, this experience can (and will) bring you to tears many times. It made a lasting impression on me 10 years ago, and I'm glad to see it hasn't lost its edge just yet.