Atelier Shallie Plus: Alchemists of the Dusk Sea (Vita Edition)

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Atelier Shallie has returned with additional features on the PlayStation®Vita! Experience the world of Atelier through the expanded stories of the two Shallies as they meet characters from previous Dusk entries and use alchemy to fulfil their goals in this conclusion to the enchanting Dusk trilogy.

Genres & Tags

Role Playing

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Atelier Shallie Plus: Alchemists of the Dusk Sea (Vita Edition) screenshot

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

Engaging and unique quest system with a great cast of characters, including the endearing Shallies and the impactful Ayesha and Logy.
Satisfying alchemy and crafting system that offers depth and complexity, appealing to both newcomers and series veterans.
Beautiful character models and well-designed visuals, combined with fun and dynamic combat mechanics.

Removal of the time management mechanic makes the game feel too easy and less challenging.
Environments and backgrounds appear drab and lack detail compared to the character models.
The story can be shallow at times, with some characters falling into cliched roles.

story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The story is highlighted by a great cast of endearing characters and an engaging dual-protagonist system, complemented by a unique quest structure and beautiful visuals. However, some reviews point out that the narrative can feel shallow at times, with dull backgrounds and repetitive fetch quests detracting from the overall experience. The alchemy and crafting systems are praised, adding depth to the gameplay despite the mixed feelings about the story itself.
- “Awesome cast of characters. Both Shallies are very endearing. Logy and Ayesha add a whole lot to the main story.”
- “Great cast of characters, engaging, unique quest system, interesting dual-protagonist system, beautiful visuals.”
- “The alchemy system is satisfying as always.”
- “The story feels shallow, with dull backgrounds and repetitive fetch quests.”
- “I found the narrative to be lacking depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The plot is predictable and fails to offer any meaningful twists or character development.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The graphics are praised for their beautiful hand-drawn visuals and engaging character designs, contributing to an immersive experience. The unique quest and dual-protagonist systems enhance the visual storytelling, while the overall aesthetic is complemented by a rich musical backdrop from the Atelier series.
- “Great hand-drawn graphics that enhance the overall experience.”
- “Beautiful visuals that bring the game world to life.”
- “Engaging and unique quest system complemented by stunning graphics.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
200%
The removal of the time management mechanic has led to a perception that the gameplay is overly easy, while the environments are criticized for being visually dull, especially when contrasted with the detailed character models.
- “The removal of the time management mechanic makes the game too easy.”
- “The environments look super drab, especially in comparison with the detailed character models.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is praised for its accessibility and depth, featuring a diverse library of tracks from various Atelier titles that enhance the overall experience. Players find it complements the engaging exploration and intricate battles, adding to the fun and immersive atmosphere created by the hand-drawn graphics.
- “The music features a whole library of Atelier titles, creating an accessible and immersive experience.”
- “The soundtrack enhances the great exploration and fun of the game, making even complicated battles feel more engaging.”
- “With its deep and captivating melodies, the music truly complements the hand-drawn graphics and custom item creation.”