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Review of The Legend of Heroes IV: Akai Shizuku on PlayStation

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Aug 1998
Cover image of The Legend of Heroes IV: Akai Shizuku on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 27 Aug 1998
Genre: Role-playing
Developer: Nihon Falcom
Publisher: Namco Bandai Games

Introduction

Welcome to the world of El Phildin, where magical kittens and orphans are just the beginning of your epic adventure! The Legend of Heroes IV: Akai Shizuku throws you headfirst into a realm filled with more characters than you can shake a stick at - and trust me, you'll want to shake a stick with all the plot twists waiting for you!

Gameplay

Gameplay? Oh boy, it's the classic turn-based combat mixed with some soul-stirring story arcs that would make Shakespeare weep. You control Avin, our protagonist and professional milk carrier, embarking on a quest to save his friend Eimelle and, spoiler alert, maybe the world too. Special charm hunting in the Festival of Nepthys? Check. Escaping an evil wizard's clutches? Double check. This game is practically an emotional rollercoaster that leaves you questioning your own life choices and suddenly loving the intricacies of turning animated sprites into heroes.

Graphics

Picture it: late '90s aesthetics, where graphics are charmingly pixelated, and every backdrop feels like a watercolor masterpiece gone slightly askew. Colors pop, characters express more emotions than a reality TV star, and you might just be tempted to hang some of these frames on your wall. Sure, you might not mistake it for a modern AAA title, but don't you dare underestimate that nostalgic aesthetic! The graphics feed your eyes slices of pure pixelated delicacies while your brain tries to process where it all went wrong in the '90s.

Conclusion

The Legend of Heroes IV: Akai Shizuku is a delightful romp through a storied world that effectively balances the seriousness of adventure with a sprinkle of humor. The characters leap off the screen with depth and backstories that rival most college essays, and the gameplay wraps you up in a vice grip of nostalgia and joy. If you're up for an epic quest filled with magic, wonder, and some serious character development that finally does justice to your favorite anime tropes, then pick this gem up. Your inner 18-year-old gamer will thank you, and so will your future self for discovering the roots of your RPG obsession!

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