Cyberdimension Neptunia: 4 Goddesses Online

Even new technology and online features can't save Cyberdimension Neptunia from being a dull, forgettable experience. There are trappings of a good game here, and while the tone is consistent with other Neptunia games, Cyberdimension Neptunia's execution leaves much to be desired.

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Cyberdimension Neptunia: 4 Goddesses Online is an action RPG set in a virtual world. The four CPUs of Gamindustri enter a beta test for the upcoming MMO, where they battle enemies and explore dungeons in hack-and-slash combat. Featuring character customization, multiplayer, and various quests, players can immerse themselves in this light-hearted, anime-style adventure.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,429 reviews

story164 positive mentions

grinding88 negative mentions

The game features a vibrant and colorful art style, enhanced by the use of Unreal Engine 4, making it visually appealing.
The humor and character interactions are entertaining, filled with gaming references and lighthearted banter that fans of the series will appreciate.
The combat system, while simple, allows for enjoyable hack-and-slash gameplay with a variety of characters and skills to choose from.

The multiplayer mode is plagued by severe lag and connectivity issues, making it nearly unplayable for anyone other than the host.
The AI companions often behave poorly, failing to heal or attack effectively, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The game suffers from long loading times and unskippable cutscenes, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.

story
641 mentions
26 % positive mentions
68 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The story of "Cyberdimension Neptunia: 4 Goddesses Online" is characterized as lighthearted and humorous, typical of the Neptunia series, but often criticized for its brevity and simplicity, taking around 15-25 hours to complete. While some players appreciate the comedic elements and character interactions, others find the plot forgettable and repetitive, with many quests feeling like padding to extend gameplay. Overall, the narrative is enjoyable for fans of the franchise, but newcomers may find it lacking depth and coherence.
- “The plot is wonderfully absurd, filled with the kind of humor that makes you laugh out loud and wonder who came up with this wacky idea.”
- “The story is well developed and the characters' interactions are fun.”
- “The story is lighthearted and enjoyable, and the character interactions are a highlight.”
- “The story is terrible, characters are exceedingly annoying, unskippable cinematics, many bugs, loading screens taking too long even on SSDs, etc. there are so many issues it's downright hilarious that this game was released in this condition in the first place.”
- “The plot is sorta forgettable, and as with all Neptunia games, it kinda screams fan-service and not much else.”
- “The story is nothing special, it's light-hearted, and the game-in-the-game wall-breaking combined with the Neptunia cast works very well, I have to say.”
gameplay
372 mentions
30 % positive mentions
62 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The gameplay of *Cyberdimension Neptunia: 4 Goddesses Online* is characterized as a colorful and fun hack-and-slash experience, though it often suffers from repetitiveness and simplicity. While some players appreciate the smooth controls and engaging mechanics, many criticize the lack of depth, strategic options, and the overall grindy nature of the gameplay. Despite its flaws, fans of the Neptunia series may find enjoyment in the humor and character interactions, making it a decent, albeit not groundbreaking, entry in the franchise.
- “When it comes to gameplay, Cyberdimension Neptunia is like a colorful carnival ride.”
- “The gameplay is fun and has a good flow, a little quicker than RPGs of this style but not too quick.”
- “The humor is spot on, the gameplay is fun and combat is easy to learn, and the storytelling is wonderful.”
- “The gameplay was really dumbed down; most games use a 2-button system, but this one is just 1 button, and you don't even get to make combos, it's just button smashing.”
- “The gameplay is way too repetitive, which I usually don't mind at all, but the gameplay is too simple and plain to get any enjoyment out of it after doing it over and over again.”
- “The game mechanics are just straight up bad; dodging is useless because the monsters will just 360 to where you land and attack you, and blocking is even more frustrating.”
graphics
231 mentions
40 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant, anime-inspired visuals and significant improvements over previous titles, particularly due to the use of Unreal Engine 4. However, some players noted performance issues, such as lag and low frame rates, as well as a lack of detailed graphical settings. Overall, while the art style and character models are generally well-received, there are criticisms regarding optimization and occasional graphical inconsistencies.
- “The vibrant, anime-inspired visuals pop right off the screen.”
- “The graphics are truly what makes this Neptunia game stand out.”
- “Graphically, it's phenomenal (aside from the resolution cap, which I've seen some fixes for on the forums).”
- “I'm not really surprised that if released such a terrible game, the combat sucks, the graphics are terrible for its time, the enemies are lazy, the towns being 2D, the lack of anything that really makes RPG games good.”
- “Graphics look scratchy on the sides of characters and on grass edges, not a fan of the low-end graphics in this game.”
- “The game is an obvious port, the graphics are mediocre at best and there are basically no graphics options.”
music
128 mentions
50 % positive mentions
48 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received generally positive feedback, with many reviewers praising the new soundtrack as a highlight, noting its diversity and ability to enhance the gaming experience. While some tracks are described as catchy and enjoyable, others mention a lack of variety, leading to repetitiveness during gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the better aspects of the game, contributing to its aesthetic and atmosphere.
- “The music is fantastic.”
- “Varying from relaxing music you could doze off to, to getting up from your chair and literally vibing out, there’s something in it for everyone!”
- “The soundtrack is excellent, as usual.”
- “Sadly... as good as these tracks can be, there’s very little variety in music.”
- “What I mean exactly is that there just isn’t a lot of unique OST to begin with, so you’ll be hearing these same few tracks over and over and it’s kind of tiresome, especially with the dungeons themselves, as you’ll be heading to each of them constantly.”
- “Most of the music, especially the BGM for the maps, sounds very generic and repetitive.”
humor
101 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Cyberdimension Neptunia: 4 Goddesses Online" is a defining feature, characterized by its absurdity, witty dialogue, and self-referential jokes that resonate well with fans of the series. While many players find the comedic elements, including fourth-wall breaks and pop culture references, to be entertaining and engaging, some critiques note that the humor can be hit or miss, with certain jokes feeling repetitive or lacking depth. Overall, the game delivers a lighthearted and fun atmosphere, making it a worthwhile experience for those who appreciate the Neptunia franchise's unique brand of humor.
- “If you've ever wondered what would happen if you threw goddesses into a virtual MMORPG, Cyberdimension Neptunia: 4 Goddesses Online is here to answer that question in the most hilariously chaotic way possible.”
- “The plot is wonderfully absurd, filled with the kind of humor that makes you laugh out loud and wonder who came up with this wacky idea.”
- “The comedy is what you would expect from a Neptunia game: great humor with a fun atmosphere and really meta (I tell ya, Nep is the Deadpool of anime waifus and a lot less sweary).”
grinding
92 mentions
3 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
96 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a mixed perception of grinding in the game, with some players appreciating the more relaxed and enjoyable grind compared to previous titles in the franchise, while others find it tedious, especially in post-game content. Many note that while grinding is present, it can be mitigated through various gameplay mechanics, making it feel less burdensome for those who engage with the game's systems. Overall, the grinding experience varies significantly based on player preferences and playstyles, with some enjoying the grind for materials and levels, while others find it repetitive and time-consuming.
- “Gameplay is solid, now faster, not that grindy anymore.”
- “The Neptunia series isn't as grindy or content-packed as other RPG titles, but this game is satisfying action.”
- “To get the most experience in this game, I would recommend not grinding your levels because trust me, barely taking damage is no fun. Just progress the story and you will have a good time.”
- “The post-game content is bad, uninspired, tedious, generally not fun and is hardly worth it.”
- “Seriously, the post-game content is grindy as heck, it's only boss fights you've already seen but with a different color scheme and more HP.”
- “Gathering and upgrading equipment was fun for the most part, but became really tedious towards the end when all of the 'best weapons' required a certain amount of specific drops to be upgraded, which means that if you want the best gear in the game for your entire party, get ready to grind...”
optimization
49 mentions
35 % positive mentions
39 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, particularly in multiplayer modes, which suffer from lag and stuttering. While some users experienced smooth gameplay on lower-end systems, others noted long load times and low frame rates, indicating that the optimization is inconsistent and often below expectations. Overall, the game appears to require better optimization to enhance the user experience across various hardware configurations.
- “The port is good overall in terms of performance (UE4).”
- “This game optimization is so damn great!”
- “My laptop specs are below requirements and has 4GB RAM, but this game can run smoothly at low settings with about 30 FPS on 720p resolution.”
- “Despite the game's simple atmosphere and looks, the optimization for the game is quite poor.”
- “The multiplayer aspect is also really fun, but due to the poor peer-to-peer implementation, it has abysmal performance unless you're playing with other people on the same LAN network.”
- “The netcode for this game is so poorly optimized that there is no point in touching multiplayer.”
stability
40 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with many players reporting numerous bugs and glitches that significantly impact gameplay, particularly in multiplayer modes. Issues include AI behavior, camera control, sound design, and lag, making the experience frustrating for some users. However, a few players noted that they encountered minimal problems, suggesting that experiences may vary.
- “The game also has a lot of glitches in general gameplay, like bosses who can perform jumping attacks landing and standing on the player, causing the camera to flip out like crazy if locked on to said boss, and terrible sound design.”
- “It's good but buggy; it needs some fixes in singleplayer and the multiplayer is really bad. Not only if one person dies does the lobby go down instead of giving you a chance to revive them, which is stupid, but it also bugs out, crashes, and is generally a bit unplayable at times.”
- “The multiplayer is barely functional; the game is riddled with glitches and material grinding, and the whole thing just lacks the general Neptunia sense of humor and gaming history allegories that got me invested in the first place.”
replayability
18 mentions
17 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
22 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is considered limited due to a lack of multiple endings, a small roster of playable characters, and minimal post-game content. While players can engage in New Game+ and grind for gear, the absence of cooperative gameplay and significant replay incentives detracts from the experience. Some players find enjoyment in the unique character dynamics and grinding, but many agree that the replay value is not on par with other titles in the genre.
- “Each character (total of 12) feels rather different and unique, so despite the maps being kind of the same, there's still quite a good amount of replayability in the game.”
- “While the replayability is limited in this game, it is fun to keep grinding if you want to solo the multiplayer quests, but that will take you quite a while.”
- “Less replayability for a Neptunia game, but compared to most mostly single-player games out there, you're getting a solid 40 to 60 hours experience on your first run, assuming you're trying to cover more or less everything and not skipping the dark corners.”
- “No multiple endings or anything, so next to no replayability other than New Game+, which is just a way to play the game with current stats and items.”
- “Finally, replayability is nonexistent.”
- “Reused and outdated character and monster models remain, obtaining end game gear is laughably bad (almost requiring you to farm materials online) since the drop rate offline is garbage, but leads to another issue: connecting to multiplayer is inexcusably broken with poor netcode. There's no New Game+ and therefore a lack of replayability once beaten, and no post-game content besides grinding for gear/leveling with multiplayer exclusive quests.”
character development
14 mentions
57 % positive mentions
21 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
Character development in the game receives mixed reviews; while many praise the character designs and voice acting, some feel the overall development is lacking and less engaging compared to previous titles. Despite the strong visual appeal and comedic elements, the narrative progression is described as feeling empty and unfulfilling. Overall, while there are highlights in character design and some aspects of development, the depth and impact of character arcs seem to fall short for many players.
- “The progression of story and character development kind of feels interactive and inclusive to the player.”
- “The characters have interesting character development, and all of their major dialogue is fully voice acted.”
- “Wonderful character development.”
- “The character development... just Megadimension is better at this point.”
- “A fair character development.”
- “Character development is lacking.”
atmosphere
7 mentions
71 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
29 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a quirky and humorous tone, typical of the Neptunia series, which enhances the enjoyment of its real-time action combat. While some players appreciate the charismatic characters and comedic elements, others note that the optimization issues detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the awareness of NPCs regarding their existence in a game introduces a darker undertone for beta players.
- “Being able to play with your favorite characters in a real-time action combat game is simply amazing, and it doesn't lose the quirky atmosphere that Neptunia games have.”
- “The comedy is what you would expect from a Neptunia game: great humor with a fun atmosphere to it, and really meta (I tell ya, Nep is the Deadpool of anime waifus and a lot less sweary).”
- “A game with good atmosphere and charismatic characters.”
- “Despite the game's simple atmosphere and visuals, the optimization for the game is quite poor.”
- “The NPCs are aware they are in a game, which creates a dark atmosphere for the beta players.”
emotional
6 mentions
83 % positive mentions
-33 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, the emotional impact of the game is perceived as lacking, with a mediocre plot and poorly developed characters failing to engage players. While some appreciate the moral themes presented, they do not resonate deeply enough to evoke strong feelings, leading to a general sense of indifference towards the story.
- “Honestly, had they just used the boring story where you have to defeat the game's antagonist, it would've been better off.”
- “The emotional moments felt forced and didn't resonate with me at all.”
- “I expected a deep narrative, but instead, I was left feeling indifferent to the characters' struggles.”
monetization
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization in this title is perceived as a cynical cash grab, lacking the charm and personality typical of previous Neptunia games, leading to a sense of disappointment among players.
- “It really does look like a bit of a cynical cash grab on behalf of the developers compared to their other Neptunia titles.”
- “It's missing the personality that many Neptunia games come with, and this just feels like a half-assed cash grab.”