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THE LEGEND OF HEROES: HAJIMARI NO KISEKI

PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR, PC (Microsoft Windows), SteamVR, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch • 2021

Should you play it?

The empires of Zemuria have narrowly managed to escape the Great Twilight, a curse that threatened to end the world, thanks to the valiant efforts of those known as heroes. This has resulted in a ripple effect of events that hurtles the series toward its thrilling conclusion.

What works
  • Deep and engaging multi-perspective story
  • Large playable cast with extensive customization
  • Challenging and strategic turn-based combat
  • Rich postgame content with replayability
  • All dlc included in base game
Things to keep in mind
  • Technical issues and poor pc port optimization
  • Long loading times and occasional crashes
  • High price without regional adjustment
  • Complexity and high entry barrier for newcomers
  • Some story pacing and route switching frustrations

What to play next

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Hidden Gems

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  • The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon
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THE LEGEND OF HEROES: HAJIMARI NO KISEKI: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Leadership, Story. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Cooperation.

Why this game works

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