LEN
Solid game, especially for its time. Its indisputable charm is sure to appeal to many types of players, even those unfamiliar with the deckbuilder genre or the Final Fantasy franchise
Was pretty solid for its time. I recommend playing the main Layton games, though. The charm in this game is infinitesimal compared to even Curious Village
2021
This review contains spoilers
That first act ruled. The rest of it left a lot to be desired. I don't know why the developers and designers crafted such a haunting yet mesmerizing aesthetic and gameplay style in that first act, only to completely abandon it for the rest of the game
2021
An absolutely touching game. I purchased this for my girlfriend to enjoy, as she is a big fan of narrative games. She needed to stop halfway through as she started getting very dry eyes. I tagged into the second half of the game, and we could hardly hold back our tears. I've never cried so much before. So much for dry eyes (,:
Charming game and a very formative peace of my childhood and teenage years. There wasn't a lot wrong with it, honestly.
2012
This review contains spoilers
Artists everywhere will say that limitations/restrictions are what bring about the most creative inspiration. This game is a grand example.
The lack of clear communication with the other player who plays the game with you is off-putting at first, but illustrates a simultaneously primitive and intriguing type of human interaction. Without speech or gesture, I found the player beside me showing me different scarf upgrades, how to navigate certain areas, etc. etc.
The system isn't without its caveats, though. The game doesn't provide nearly enough depth to truly explore this unique cooperative gameplay style. In the grand scope, it is very linear and unless one is already aware of the second player's existence, this element of the game is lost entirely.
The visuals and sound/music design of the game are splendid, but the gameplay falls short due to some unfortunate oversights.
The lack of clear communication with the other player who plays the game with you is off-putting at first, but illustrates a simultaneously primitive and intriguing type of human interaction. Without speech or gesture, I found the player beside me showing me different scarf upgrades, how to navigate certain areas, etc. etc.
The system isn't without its caveats, though. The game doesn't provide nearly enough depth to truly explore this unique cooperative gameplay style. In the grand scope, it is very linear and unless one is already aware of the second player's existence, this element of the game is lost entirely.
The visuals and sound/music design of the game are splendid, but the gameplay falls short due to some unfortunate oversights.
2019
Very clever puzzle game! Bought this for my girlfriend and I to enjoy together, as she is the puzzler out of the two of us. The art style and general atmosphere is charming, and definitely added to the experience.
The gameplay is very open and highly explorative. Paired with the sentence creation mechanics, this game proved difficult to progress in, especially in later levels.
The gameplay is very open and highly explorative. Paired with the sentence creation mechanics, this game proved difficult to progress in, especially in later levels.
2020
Breathtaking soundtrack, nice art and design direction, and a surprisingly compelling story. The gacha system is highly predatory, and that's a real shame, but the content of the game itself is splendid.
In its early stages, the game stood out from competition as a rich open-world action game on mobile devices (that also supported cross-play AND cross-save!). I feel the excitement has tapered considerably over the year(s), though.
In its early stages, the game stood out from competition as a rich open-world action game on mobile devices (that also supported cross-play AND cross-save!). I feel the excitement has tapered considerably over the year(s), though.
Can't speak for the single-player experience, but co-op was a blast.
2020
Solid game. Meets expectations and delivers well. I am a fan of the art style and the coffee minigame, but I wish there was a bit more! Looking forward to the sequel.
The art style, soundtrack, and general atmosphere of this game are absolutely haunting. I enjoy the combat system, particularly how customizable my character's loadout can be. Very enjoyable and unique game all around
I have yet to finish the game, but I still listen to the OST all the time.
I have yet to finish the game, but I still listen to the OST all the time.
Solid title with beautiful art and nice music. The story leaves a bit to be desired, especially if you're a fan of Yoko Taro's work. It's not a card game, though. Just an RPG with slight D&D elements slapped together with card-like graphics.
2019
Charming but a bit of a slog after a while.
Undeniably groundbreaking. Some QoL oversights here and there, but Pokémon Legends Arceus is a blast to play and experience. It has the charm and familiarity of a mainline game, but with a whole new flavor. I enjoyed it.
(Shame they patched that shiny hunting method, though...)
(Shame they patched that shiny hunting method, though...)
2019
Extremely charming. Looking to finish it soon.