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Review of Disgaea 4 Complete+ on PlayStation 4

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Oct 2019
Cover image of Disgaea 4 Complete+ on PS4
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 29 Oct 2019
Genre: Tactical Role-Playing Game
Developer: Nippon Ichi Software
Publisher: NIS America

Introduction

Welcome to the Netherworld, a place where the politics are just as chaotic as an episode of your least favorite reality show! Disgaea 4 Complete+ invites you to step into the boots of Valvatorez, a vampire with a not-so-secret fear of blood (which admittedly sounds like an episode of Dr. Phil). With some of the wittiest writing, wackadoo characters, and a hefty amount of visual delight, this game proves it's still a stronghold in the tactical RPG realm. So, grab a bag of cheese puffs and settle in, because it's time to dive deep into this quirky gem!

Gameplay

If you've played any of the Disgaea games, you're already familiar with the turn-based combat that makes strategy enthusiasts swoon harder than a schoolgirl at a boy band concert. However, Disgaea 4 Complete+ throws in a delightful twist: the ability to stack your allies like living, breathing Tetris pieces! Yes, you can build a tower of your characters and send them flying across the battlefield like a flamboyant bowling ball. Imagine the Joy-Con and Nintendo Switch enthusiasts rolling their eyes as they witness you launch your team into the enemy lines, realizing they're missing out on the bizarre but thrilling mechanics that only Disgaea offers. Speaking of bizarre, let's not forget the funky underworld monsters who can turn into weapons (because why not?). If you've ever wanted to wield your adorable teddy bear as a sword, Disgaea 4 is here for you. This game also spices things up with an outlandishly intricate leveling system. Characters can max out at level 9999! Why stop there? This game doesn't do 'last levels'-it does 'infinite grind' like a true underworld master. Plus, it's packed with post-game content so you can be found having existential crises long after you've completed the main story. Talk about substance! And hey, you can even "discipline" your captured enemies because apparently, Netherworld politics is just as weird as any high school drama.

Graphics

Graphically, Disgaea 4 Complete+ takes the funky cell-shaded visuals that are synonymous with the series and cranks them up to 11! Characters pop with vibrant colors that feel like walking pieces of candy. Every explosion looks like a piñata gone wrong, and the special attacks are an artistic whirlwind of joyful chaos. You'll find levels packed with details; colorful backgrounds, and effects that may cause your friends to ask if you're seeing a psychiatrist about your obsession with anime-style graphics. This game is practically a moving comic book, ensuring your eyes will remain glued to the screen as you unleash mayhem upon your enemies-while maybe giggling at the sheer absurdity of it all.

Conclusion

Disgaea 4 Complete+ is like that friend who shows up uninvited but ends up being the life of the party: a chaotic delight! With the perfect blend of strategic gameplay, hilarious storylines, and eye-popping graphics, it's tough to resist this underworld romp. Plus, it's packed with humor and characters that will leave you chuckling even as you plot your next tactical move. Whether you're a series veteran or a first-time visitor to this netherworld feast, you're bound to have a great time. Just remember to wear your thinking cap-strategizing will turn your simple, carefree Friday night into an intense battle of wits and laughs! Grab your controller, embrace your inner demon, and prepare for a tactical onslaught that combines everything we love about gaming: caffeine-induced obsession, relentless grinding, and just the right amount of insanity. Net result? A solid 8.5 out of 10-because let's be honest: who doesn't want to cuddle a weaponized monster today?

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