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Review of The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak on PlayStation 5

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Jul 2024
Cover image of The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak on PS5
Gamefings Score: 9
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 05 Jul 2024
Genre: Role-playing
Developer: Nihon Falcom
Publisher: NIS America

Introduction

Welcome to the Republic of Calvard, where young people run around solving mysteries, demons are out to get you, and there's more political drama than in your favorite soap opera! In 'The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak', you step into the shoes of Van Arkride, a spriggan (not to be confused with pesky garden sprights) and follow a whirlwind journey of action, adventure, and absurdly complicated backstories. Strap in and get ready to dive deep into a world full of twists, turns, and some serious emotional baggage.

Gameplay

'Trails Through Daybreak' brings a fresh take on the classic RPG formula! You get to strut around the city of Edith, which feels larger than your average fast-food kitchen. There's a riveting chapter setup where you can interact with beautifully designed characters, run side missions, and if you're perceptive enough (or just really bored), you can help play a bit of matchmaker among the NPCs. A new alignment system adds an extra layer of drama to your decisions, reminiscent of reality TV but way better because, well, dragons! Combat can switch from stylish action to traditional turn-based styles, meaning you can slay monsters in real-time or take your sweet time sipping that iced coffee while planning your next move in a more classic manner. But bosses? They're sticking to turn-based only, because who says they can't embrace the nostalgia?

Graphics

'Trails Through Daybreak' adequately slathers itself in a visual feast that feels like eye-candy overload. Each character is designed with loving attention to detail, making them look cooler than that one friend who always manages to pull off that perfect outfit. The vibrant colors and expansive environments breathe fresh air into the series while still managing to convince you they've consumed enough caffeine to keep on moving! Watching the animations is like staring at a highly crafted anime come to life, with special moves that flaunt more flair than a Broadway show.

Conclusion

To sum it all up, 'The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak' is an exemplary addition to the respectable Trails series, perfectly blending magnificent storytelling, funky combat mechanics, and unforgettable characters. If you've got a penchant for quirky RPGs filled with unexpected drama and adventure, this game will sweep you off your feet quicker than a bard can play a ditty about their latest romantic escapade. So, grab your controller, prepare for epic showdowns, and remember to check in on your feelings-you just might find a few villains hiding in there!

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