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The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch • 2022

Should you play it?

The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki is finally coming to Steam®! The sprawling Republic of Calvard is experiencing an unprecedented economic boom brought on by post-war reparations. Here is the beginning of a new "Trails (story)".

What works
  • Engaging mature story with complex characters
  • Innovative hybrid combat system
  • Deep customization via orbment system
  • Large detailed world with meaningful side quests
  • High replay value with achievement system
Things to keep in mind
  • Some pacing issues especially in final chapters
  • Technical issues and occasional bugs in pc port
  • Incomplete voice acting and uneven audio presentation
  • Graphics and animations can feel stiff or outdated
  • Lack of mini-games and some repetitive quest design

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The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki: A very typical example of its motivational profile. 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 Fellowship.

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