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The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki III

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

Should you play it?

The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki III, which takes place in the Erebonian Empire after the end of the civil war, is now available for PC!

What works
  • Improved graphics and sound compared to previous entries
  • Engaging and deep story with rich character development
  • Strategic and refined turn-based combat system
  • Enhanced convenience features like fast travel and fast mode
  • Large volume of content and character interactions
Things to keep in mind
  • Story pacing can be slow and repetitive, with some players finding it tedious
  • Technical issues including frame drops, bugs, and poor optimization
  • High price with expensive dlcs and questionable value
  • Complexity and continuity create high entry barrier for new players
  • Combat balance issues and some unbalanced or repetitive mechanics

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The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki III: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Cooperation, Value, Survival.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

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  • Continuation

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    "Long playtime, large story volume, and series continuity encourage habitual and extended play sessions."

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  • Creativity

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  • Domination

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  • Expression

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  • Fantasy

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  • Fellowship

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  • Growth

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    "Players experience character development, skill acquisition, and story progression that reflect growth."

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