Banner of the Maid

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Banner of the Maid is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Azure Flame Studio and was released on May 27, 2019. It received neutral reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Banner of the Maid" is a strategy RPG set during the French Revolution. As young commander Pauline, command troops, manage resources, and navigate political intrigue. Inspired by historical events, the game features a unique battle system and character-driven storyline.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 613 reviews

story98 positive mentions

grinding41 negative mentions

Engaging turn-based strategy gameplay reminiscent of Fire Emblem, with a unique rock-paper-scissors class system.
Beautiful character art and well-designed environments that enhance the overall aesthetic experience.
Challenging missions with optional objectives that encourage strategic thinking and replayability.

The English translation is often awkward and contains grammatical errors, which can detract from the storytelling experience.
Some missions have unfair difficulty spikes, with surprise reinforcements and strict failure conditions that can lead to frustration.
Limited character customization and a lack of depth in the story and character development compared to other tactical RPGs.

story
515 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Banner of the Maid" is set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, featuring a romanticized narrative centered on Pauline Bonaparte, Napoleon's sister. While the historical context and character design are praised, many players find the storytelling uneven, with issues stemming from poor translations and a lack of depth in character development. Overall, the narrative is considered serviceable but not groundbreaking, often feeling like a vehicle for gameplay rather than a compelling tale, with some players expressing frustration over its pacing and coherence.
- “In conclusion, Banner of the Maid is a richly detailed and thoughtfully designed tactical RPG that offers both strategic depth and emotional storytelling set against a vivid historical backdrop.”
- “The story features a surprising amount of political, military, and revolutionary philosophy and discussion for a product subject to Chinese Communist Party censorship.”
- “The story is interesting and worth a look by itself.”
- “The story is not engaging at all.”
- “The story had not amounted to anything significant by the time I dropped the game; it seemed to just be bridging the gap between missions.”
- “The story/dialogue feels uninspired, possibly due to a low-quality translation.”
gameplay
212 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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62%
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The gameplay in "Banner of the Maid" is characterized by its tactical turn-based combat, reminiscent of classic titles like Fire Emblem, featuring a rock-paper-scissors unit type system that emphasizes strategic positioning and terrain effects. While many players appreciate the engaging mechanics and variety in maps, some criticize the gameplay for being simplistic or repetitive, with a few noting issues with the interface and translation. Overall, the game offers a solid tactical RPG experience, though it may not reach the depth of its more established counterparts.
- “Developed by Azure Flame Studio, the game stands out by weaving a narrative deeply rooted in a turbulent era of political upheaval, while delivering solid, engaging gameplay that challenges players to think critically about battlefield positioning, resource management, and character progression.”
- “Gameplay revolves around turn-based tactical combat on grid-based maps, with a strong emphasis on positioning, terrain, and unit synergy.”
- “The gameplay is hard and fun.”
- “But the actual gameplay is ... just ok.”
- “Gameplay could use more flexibility; baiting the enemies on one chunky character each time started to get bland at a point.”
- “The gameplay feels haphazardly stapled on to what is otherwise an unremarkable visual novel.”
graphics
90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Banner of the Maid" are widely praised for their charming anime-inspired art style, which effectively immerses players in the game's alternate history setting of the French Revolution. While character designs and battle animations are noted for their detail and beauty, some reviews mention inconsistencies in the overall visual presentation, such as varying quality in menus and backgrounds. Overall, the artwork is considered a significant highlight, appealing particularly to fans of anime aesthetics and tactical RPGs.
- “Visually, Banner of the Maid embraces a charming anime-inspired art style that breathes life into its characters and environments.”
- “The art style features detailed 2D character illustrations with strong European military vibes.”
- “The artwork is beautiful, in fact, it’s stunning.”
- “Backgrounds are randomly fuzzy, other things like character portraits are weirdly sharp, almost all the menus look way different than each other, it ends up looking like a strange hodge-podge of randomly designed graphics.”
- “Graphics - while I'm actually impressed by the level of detail in character artwork and battle animations, it's severely limited and suffers as a result.”
- “Graphically, the game is obviously not much.”
music
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received largely positive feedback, with many praising its orchestral and period-inspired compositions that effectively enhance the atmosphere of revolutionary France. While some players noted a limited variety of tracks, the overall quality of the soundtrack is considered excellent, with engaging themes that complement both dramatic and quieter moments. However, a few reviews pointed out instances of repetitive battle music and anachronistic choices, such as jazz elements, which detracted from the immersive experience.
- “The soundtrack complements the game’s tone perfectly, featuring orchestral and period-inspired compositions that evoke the atmosphere of revolutionary France.”
- “Music swells during key moments to heighten drama, while softer tracks underscore quieter, character-driven scenes.”
- “The art is beautiful and exceeds the quality of most AAA tactical RPGs that I've seen; the music, while not plentiful, strikes the perfect mood every time it's played.”
- “The game has very few music tracks, which is a shame.”
- “The same battle music over and over can feel a bit repetitive and uninspired after a certain point playing the game for an extended period.”
- “Music is alright, nothing bad, but it's nothing special either.”
grinding
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that grinding in the game is a significant and often tedious aspect, particularly in the late-game where players feel compelled to repeatedly farm experience to progress. While some players find minimal grinding acceptable for leveling up characters, many criticize the lack of variety and the excessive difficulty that necessitates grinding, leading to a frustrating experience. Overall, the grinding is seen as a major detractor, overshadowing the game's potential enjoyment.
- “After the first 10 missions, the overall experience quickly gets grindy, boring, and annoying.”
- “However, near the late game, the game almost forces you into grinding experience for units in order to stand a chance. It feels like the developers made it so that you would spend more time grinding for experience over and over again just to complete the next mission.”
- “I thought I was enjoying this game until 25 hours in when I realized they never give you any money. They expect you to perfect every mission even though most of the characters you recruit are weak and die to one hit from enemies. I don't feel like grinding for 10 more hours just to earn enough gold to rank them up so they can survive a combat encounter.”
character development
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the emotional depth and personal stories that enhance the tactical gameplay. While some critiques focus on the overly sexualized character designs, many reviewers highlight the distinct personalities and engaging interactions among characters. Overall, the combination of appealing art style and character backstories contributes positively to the game's narrative experience.
- “Character development is handled with care, as personal stories and relationships unfold alongside the broader conflict, adding emotional stakes to the tactical decisions players must make.”
- “Personally, I really like the character designs — not only are they attractive, but their personalities are distinct too.”
- “It has interesting backstory and great character design.”
- “Character design is poor, just putting big tits on most of the female characters (quite Chinese style).”
- “Story is linear and I certainly want more character development.”
- “Decent character development and intuitive controls.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game offers a decent level of replayability through various replayable quests, a New Game+ mode, and additional post-game content that enhances longevity. However, some players feel that the fixed nature of certain elements and the necessity of grinding can limit the enjoyment of replaying missions. While there are multiple difficulty levels and challenges, opinions vary on the necessity of replaying certain sub-missions.
- “If you liked turn-based games, then give this game a try! Grind those replayable missions if you're stuck on a mission or just find it hard.”
- “There are few difficulty levels and some additional challenges to each mission, which adds to replayability.”
- “There are several replayable quests that unlock as the game progresses, which are solely there for leveling up.”
- “It has plenty of replay value with a new game + mode as well.”
- “There are replayable sub-missions to grind your units, but I found it unnecessary.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game effectively immerses players in the emotional and political intricacies of the French Revolution, with well-developed characters that enhance the stakes of tactical decisions. However, some players find the narrative lacking in depth and emotional resonance, particularly when faced with early game challenges that can feel frustrating. Overall, it offers a blend of strategic gameplay and emotional storytelling, though opinions on its emotional impact vary.
- “The game’s aesthetic succeeds in drawing players into the emotional and political complexities of its setting, making the French Revolution feel immediate and personal rather than distant and abstract.”
- “Character development is handled with care, as personal stories and relationships unfold alongside the broader conflict, adding emotional stakes to the tactical decisions players must make.”
- “In conclusion, Banner of the Maid is a richly detailed and thoughtfully designed tactical RPG that offers both strategic depth and emotional storytelling set against a vivid historical backdrop.”
- “Sat through hours of a pointless, boring story only to die in the second battle and be hit with the 'game over' screen. As an SRPG expert who has played all the greats, I understand losing, but losing on the second battle is just frustrating.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's performance is generally strong, with smooth operation on PC; however, players have reported occasional stuttering during battles and noted that the game's balance requires further optimization. The developer shows commitment to improving these aspects through updates.
- “Performance-wise, the game works great.”
- “The game is optimized for PC and runs smoothly.”
- “Currently, the game balance is somewhat uneven and requires optimization, but the developer has a good passion to update this game.”
- “Occasional stuttering and hiccups during battle when selecting units or taking action.”
- “The balance and optimization of the game leave much to be desired.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a mix of humor, intrigue, and drama, with players finding amusement in its quirky elements, such as typos and odd grammar. The portrayal of historical figures, like Napoleon, adds to the comedic experience, making the story entertaining for history enthusiasts despite its simplicity. Overall, the humor is a notable aspect that enhances the gameplay.
- “It has its fair share of humor, intrigues, and even some drama.”
- “There are tons of typos and weird grammar mistakes all over the place, but they are usually pretty funny.”
- “I'm a big history buff, so the story is very entertaining and sometimes even hilarious, even if it isn't anything too special.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by a fitting soundtrack that features orchestral and period-inspired compositions, effectively evoking the essence of revolutionary France. While the variety of songs is limited, their uniqueness and alignment with the game's missions contribute to a vibrant and immersive experience. Overall, the combination of music and colorful characters creates a compelling and atmospheric setting.
- “Decent tactical JRPG with colorful characters, some historical plot twists, a fantasy-revolutionary story, and atmospheric music.”
- “The music and atmosphere fit the time and scenery perfectly.”
- “The soundtrack complements the game’s tone perfectly, featuring orchestral and period-inspired compositions that evoke the atmosphere of revolutionary France.”
- “The music and atmosphere fit the time and scenery.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game demonstrates excellent stability, running smoothly on various hardware, including the Steam Deck, with no reported issues.
- “It isn’t a game that’s going to push your hardware or anything; it runs great on Steam Deck, with no issues whatsoever.”

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Banner of the Maid is a role playing game.

Banner of the Maid is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, Phone and others.

On average players spend around 26 hours playing Banner of the Maid.

Banner of the Maid was released on May 27, 2019.

Banner of the Maid was developed by Azure Flame Studio.

Banner of the Maid has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Banner of the Maid is a single player game.

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