![]() ![]() It uses remastered sprite art with high-resolution 3D graphics. Similar to Octopath Traveler, this game also features an HD-2D graphics approach. This version introduces minor changes to the interface to make them appealing to modern players. Additionally, every storyline comes with a gimmick, such as focusing on stealth or relying on telepathy to advance the story. Across the game, you mostly engage with enemies on a turn-based combat system. While each chapter can feel like a short playthrough, the eighth and final part tie everything together in a satisfying finale. ![]() Also, every single time, you fight a variety of Odio, from the dinosaur god Odo to the mega computer OD-10. ![]() Every time, you control a new set of characters and follow a different story. The game’s main campaign is divided into seven chapters, from Prehistory to the Distant Future. Whether they're remakes or original.What makes Live a Live unique among JRPG titles is that it feels like a collection of short stories. Which was why I was somewhat disappointed that there weren't really any interactions between them all in the final chapter, though for a SNES game that was originally released in 1994 I suppose that's understandable.I hope with Live A Live, and Octopath Traveler and Triangle Strategy previously, we get more games in the 2.5 HD style. ![]() Although all of the character scenarios play on classic tropes and clichés (Cube's scenario especially will give you strong ALIEN and 2001: A Space Odyssey vibes) it is all done very well and I enjoyed spending time with every protagonist. Could've used more character interactions and story moments.FINAL SCORE:8/10, Live A Live is a fun, classic JRPG that reminds me positively of Chrono Trigger and the older Final Fantasy games. PROS:-A fantastic musical score by Yoko Shimomura-Beautiful 2.5 HD world.-Seven Sizzling Short Stories with good themes and variationsPROS:-A fantastic musical score by Yoko Shimomura-Beautiful 2.5 HD world.-Seven Sizzling Short Stories with good themes and variations in gameplay-A classic SNES Remake done (mostly) right.CONS:-Some changes in the English localisation that feel more like censorship.-English voice acting is kind of bland.-Final chapter is somewhat "meh", mostly dealing with final boss and bonus dungeons. ![]()
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