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13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim

PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch • 2019

Should you play it?

Uncover the truth and delve into a 2D sidescrolling adventure featuring gorgeous art and environments. Then, battle the kaiju in fast-paced, top-down combat. Customize the Sentinels with an arsenal of mechsuit weaponry, and fight to defend humanity!

What works

  • Intricate and compelling sci-fi narrative
  • Unique non-linear storytelling structure
  • Beautiful hand-drawn 2d art and environments
  • Engaging character development with diverse cast
  • Thought cloud and analysis mode aid comprehension

Things to keep in mind

  • Combat is considered less engaging and somewhat detached
  • Complex story can be confusing and requires patience
  • Some character arcs less developed or slower paced
  • Limited player agency in story outcomes
  • Occasional pacing issues between story and combat modes

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13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Competition, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Survival, Violence, Intimacy.

Last update: 02/09/2026