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Etrian Odyssey Nexus

With oodles of callbacks to older games, Etrian Odyssey Nexus is a fitting end to the series on DS and 3DS.
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84%Game Brain Score
music, graphics
story
Critic Score 84%Based on 15 reviews

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Nintendo 3ds
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Etrian Odyssey Nexus is a single player role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Atlus and was released on August 2, 2018. It received positive reviews from critics.

"A royal decree from Princess Persephone has prompted the gathering of the realm’s greatest explorers to the floating city of Maginia. Their goal—uncovering the mysteries of the archipelago of Lemuria, home to a great Yggdrasil Tree. Recruit explorers from 19 classes spanning the entire Etrian series, including the brand new “Hero” class, before setting out to Lemuria in search of treasure and glo…

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music5 positive mentions

  • Etrian Odyssey Nexus serves as a fitting and nostalgic farewell to the series, incorporating callbacks and elements from previous entries.
  • The game features an amazing soundtrack by Yuzo Koshiro, alongside extensive character customization and satisfying dungeon exploration.
  • It offers a vast amount of content with over 10 mappable dungeons, making it the largest and most involved entry in the franchise.
  • The game can be punishingly challenging, with spikes in difficulty even on Normal mode, which may deter some players.
  • Some players may find the character growth system too basic and the pacing of difficulty to be inconsistent.
  • Franchise fatigue may set in for long-time fans, as the series has had numerous entries on the 3DS.
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has been widely praised, featuring an amazing soundtrack by Yuzo Koshiro that includes diverse compositions with live instrumentation. Reviewers appreciate the nostalgic references to past games and the overall high-quality arrangement, which enhances the immersive experience of dungeon exploration and character customization. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout element, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “Amazing Yuzo Koshiro soundtrack, loving references and nods to past games, more than 10 mappable dungeons, same classic Etrian style, world-class cartography.”
    • “Easily the biggest Etrian Odyssey adventure yet, pulls elements, assets, and environments from across the entire series alongside plenty of all-new areas, stellar, diverse soundtrack with live instrumentation.”
    • “A beautifully arranged soundtrack, dozens of hours of content, and excellent usage of stereoscopic 3D all combine to make this the definitive Etrian Odyssey experience.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are praised for their impressive artwork and well-executed 3D implementation, enhancing the satisfying experience of dungeon exploration. Additionally, the visual design complements the game's diverse character classes and is further elevated by a great soundtrack.

    • “The graphics are stunning, with beautifully crafted environments that enhance the overall experience.”
    • “The artwork is impressive, showcasing a unique style that brings the game world to life.”
    • “The 3D implementation is well done, making every scene visually captivating and immersive.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is characterized by simple yet effective storytelling that successfully immerses players in its world.

    • “The simple but effective storytelling draws you into the game's world.”
    • “The narrative is rich and immersive, making every character feel alive.”
    • “The plot twists kept me on the edge of my seat, and I couldn't wait to see what happened next.”
    • “The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “Character development is shallow, leaving me with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
    • “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the series is closely associated with the dual screen mechanics of the 3DS and Nintendo DS, which have become a defining feature of the experience.

    • “The series has felt indelibly linked to the 3DS (and Nintendo DS before it) by way of the dual screen mechanics.”
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Etrian Odyssey Nexus is a role playing game with fantasy theme.

Etrian Odyssey Nexus is available on Nintendo 3ds.

Etrian Odyssey Nexus was released on August 2, 2018.

Etrian Odyssey Nexus was developed by Atlus.

Etrian Odyssey Nexus has received positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its story.

Etrian Odyssey Nexus is a single player game.

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