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Atelier Lydie & Suelle ~The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings~

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation Vita, Nintendo Switch • 2018

Should you play it?

"Lydie and Sue are twin sisters who live in the Kingdom of Adalet, and they aim to make their atelier the best atelier in the kingdom. One day, they discover a certain Mysterious Painting that will eventually become the very key to realizing their dream... A new Mysterious story to mark the 20th anniversary of the Atelier series!

What works

  • Deep and engaging alchemy system
  • Charming and emotional story
  • Relaxing and enjoyable gameplay
  • Strong character interactions and development
  • Beautiful music and art style

Things to keep in mind

  • High price and expensive dlc
  • Some performance issues on pc
  • Limited fast travel in maps
  • Some repetitive or slow exploration
  • Lack of english voice acting

What to play next

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Atelier Lydie & Suelle ~The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings~: 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 Value, Survival, Thrill.

Last update: 12/08/2026