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Review of Tales of Graces f Remastered on PlayStation 5

by Chucky Chucky photo Jan 2025
Cover image of Tales of Graces f Remastered on PS5
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 17 Jan 2025
Genre: Action Role-playing
Developer: Namco Tales Studio
Publisher: Namco Bandai Games

Introduction

In a world where every JRPG seems like someone unceremoniously extracted an angst-ridden teenager's diary, Tales of Graces f Remastered steps in like that overly positive friend who brings baked goods to a study group. There's charm, there's humor, and just enough drama to keep your emotional range wider than a single Instagram filter. Let's dig into the pixels, shall we?

Gameplay

Tales of Graces f Remastered takes the original 2010 masterpiece and spruces it up for today's consoles. Combat sizzles with the Style Shift Linear Motion Battle System, which sounds like a terrible 90s techno band but is, in fact, a snazzy way to engage in battles. You assemble a party of four, all equipped with pre-set combos and a passion for over-the-top anime moves that make Dragon Ball Z look like a chat between middle-aged friends at a coffee shop. Players can switch between characters, allowing for some experimentation in styles. Combat flows beautifully; you can unleash flashy attacks while your AI companions are smart enough to not just stand there like they’re waiting for a bus in the rain. This system lets you perform impressive combo strings that will make you feel like the main character in a shounen anime, provided you remember the most useful buttons. And don’t worry; if you’re not in the mood for high-stakes ninja swordplay, there’s also plenty of character-driven dialogue to chew on. You walk around the world of Ephinea exploring fields, towns, and avoiding all the nasty creatures that want to turn you into a collectible action figure. The world contains enough side quests, events, and collectibles to keep you busy longer than a cat video binge session. Quests range from the poignant (finding lost relatives) to the absurd (finding a cat that likes to take unsolicited baths, which is basically a cat’s daydream if they were writing their own fanfiction).

Graphics

Graphically, remasters often dance the fine line between 'this is nice!' and 'this looks like my grandma’s facelift’. Fortunately, Graces f leans heavily on the former side. The visuals, now fully updated for PS5, bring a vibrant aesthetic that's matched only by the exuberance of the characters. Think of it as the anime episode that your favorite character finally smiles, glitter and all. Character designs shine with remastered details that could make even the most cynical otaku shed a tear. The backgrounds, detailed forests and all, look great—until you remember that your real-life backyard is the worst chore to maintain. Overall, the remaster significantly enhances the ‘wow factor’ that the original might have lacked in certain areas, especially compared to the newer titles in the genre.

Conclusion

Tales of Graces f Remastered is a delightful nostalgia trip adorned with new polish. It gracefully balances outlandish battles with gripping character arcs while serving up humor like it’s a well-catered buffet. Sure, the plot might make you roll your eyes harder than trying to explain TikTok to your parents, but that’s exactly what gives it that charming, guilty-pleasure flair. For those looking for an ARPG that combines plush graphics with heartfelt storytelling, and spam-worthy attack combos, this title is a clear contender. So buckle up, suppress those eye-rolls, and dive into the whimsical mayhem of Ephinea, where the battles are high-res, the friendships are complex, and the stakes are nothing less than world-saving.

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