
- Reynatis is Final Fantasy XVIII Versus reimagined in Japan Shibuya
About
Seeking freedom through strength, the wizard Marin heads to Shibuya, where he meets Sari, an officer of the MEA, an organization dedicated to keeping wizards under control. Conceal your magic to explore the city as a regular civilian and shop or take on quests, or use your explosive powers to reach new locations and battle those who stand in your way.Demo Trailer
Story
Set in a modern-day Shibuya, Tokyo, Reynatis follows the clash between two wizards, Marin Kirizumi and Sari Nishijima, who have opposing visions for the world and magic. The narrative is rich and character-driven, penned by Kazushige Nojima, known for his work on Final Fantasy VII.
The story explores themes of oppression and order, making it thought-provoking and engagingGameplay and mechanics
Reynatis features a fast-paced combat system that allows players to switch between 2 modes: Liberation Mode for offensive magic attacks and Suppression Mode for defensive maneuvers.
In Liberation mode, you gain special attack, but drains your mana. Once you deplete your mana, you enter Suppress mode and can only dodge but not attack.
This dual system adds depth to the combat, especially during boss fights.
However, some players might find the combat repetitive over time.Sound Tracks
Visuals and Sound
The game's visuals are a mixed bag. While the recreation of Shibuya is detailed and immersive, some environments and enemy designs feel uninspired.
The cinematic cut-scenes look great, but lack consistency in quality.
The overall aesthetic captures the urban fantasy vibe well, but it doesn't always hit the mark in terms of creativity.
One of the standout features is the music which is very enjoyable and the theatrical soundtracks keeps you motivated to move forward.
Composed by Yoko Shimomura, known for her work on Kingdom Hearts.
The music enhances the atmosphere and adds emotional weight to key moments.Pros
Unique and engaging combat system.Beautiful soundtrack.Thought-provoking themes and character-driven story.ConsRepetitive combat mechanics.Uninspired environments and enemy designs.Long exposition dumps that can drag the pacing.ConclusionReynatis is a game that shines in story-telling and combat mechanics but stumbles in its environmental design and pacing.
It's a nostalgic throwback to classic PS2 RPGs with a modern twist, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.

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Date: 22-Sep-24