Fate/Samurai Remnant

It might not be an actual Holy Grail War, Fate/Samurai Remnant's Waxing Moon Ritual delivers a bombastic, action-packed musou game with a narrative that gripped me for dozens of hours.

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grinding, stability

92% User Score Based on 1,972 reviews

Critic Score 76%Based on 30 reviews

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Fate/Samurai Remnant is a single player role playing game. It was developed by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. and was released on September 28, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

“Your wish shall perish...” A Holy Grail War begins in Edo Japan.

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story383 positive mentions

grinding27 negative mentions

story
883 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of *Fate/Samurai Remnant* has received mixed reviews, with many praising its engaging narrative, character depth, and emotional resonance typical of the Fate series. While some players found the pacing slow and the plot occasionally repetitive, others appreciated the intricate storytelling and the unique setting in Edo-period Japan. Overall, it is considered a solid entry for fans of the franchise, offering a rich experience that balances action and narrative, though it may require multiple playthroughs to fully appreciate its depth.
- “The story is engaging and feels like it is its own unique story, while drawing inspiration from the existing Fate (specifically FSN, UBW, and HF) stories.”
- “Fate/Samurai Remnant is a fantastic title that tells players a compelling story with interesting characters.”
- “With a great story, rewarding combat, and endearing characters, Fate/Samurai Remnant proves there is still room for single-player story-focused RPGs in a world where mobile gacha games dominate the market.”
- “The story quickly becomes incredibly boring.”
- “As I progress through the story, it begins to feel like a drag, especially the fights, although I have to say I have been playing on the highest difficulty.”
- “The game itself is very repetitive and relies heavily on copy-pasting and retreading through the story, which is a hallmark for both Fate and Musou games.”
gameplay
388 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
57%
7%
The gameplay of *Fate/Samurai Remnant* has received mixed reviews, with many praising its depth and variety compared to typical musou games, featuring engaging combat mechanics and a blend of action RPG elements. However, some players noted issues with repetitiveness, particularly in higher difficulties where enemy health can feel excessive, and the game often leans heavily on cutscenes and dialogue, making the overall experience feel bloated. Despite these criticisms, the game is considered a solid entry point for newcomers to the Fate franchise, offering a compelling narrative alongside its gameplay.
- “The combat is surprisingly deep for a musou type game (you fight like a hundred people at once like nothing) and has some super difficult bosses that will catch you by surprise if you don't learn the mechanics.”
- “Fate/samurai remnant is a fantastic musou game that adds more layers and mechanics to what it means to be a musou game.”
- “Fate/samurai remnant has a range of combat mechanics that lead to intense and enjoyable combat, and features a cool story at its heart.”
- “Gameplay-wise, the basic combat mechanics of dodge like hell and stance systems were enjoyable; however, it can devolve into spam consumables and servants if you don't self-impose a challenge.”
- “Good runtime, only two issues: first being gameplay, towards the higher difficulties, the enemies just become so tanky it's just no fun to play when you are hitting their shield for half an hour.”
- “But alas, this game is a flawed piece of entertainment with a good story buried under a pile of bloated gameplay and filler fetch quests.”
graphics
169 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Fate/Samurai Remnant" receive mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant anime art style and character designs, while others criticize the overall graphical quality as outdated, likening it to PS3-era visuals. Performance is generally stable, but some players report freezing issues and sluggishness on lower-end systems. Despite these drawbacks, the game's cutscenes and sprite work are highlighted as standout features, contributing to an immersive visual experience.
- “The game welcomes you with striking visuals and immersive background music that sets the tone of the game right from the start.”
- “On the other hand, the game's graphics are simply incredible.”
- “Graphically it's a treat, animations are just wonderful, art is brilliant, and the visual effects are just on point.”
- “The graphics during regular gameplay are very, very, very dated.”
- “This brilliant identity is however held back by the frankly mediocre technical aspects of the game's software, especially when it comes to environment graphics.”
- “Graphically, it's passable, looking as if it was developed primarily for the Switch.”
music
114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
48%
3%
The music in the game has received largely positive feedback, with many players praising its immersive quality and ability to enhance the overall experience. The soundtrack features a mix of dynamic tracks that suit various atmospheres, from tranquil town themes to intense combat music, and includes both new compositions and familiar remixes from previous entries in the franchise. However, some users expressed disappointment over the in-game accessibility of the soundtrack and artbook, wishing for standalone versions.
- “The game welcomes you with striking visuals and immersive background music that sets the tone of the game right from the start.”
- “The OST features a lot of new songs unique to the game, many of which are simply city background music, but they do a great job of capturing the tranquility in places like Torikoe Shrine, while also capturing the tension in story moments where all sorts of bad things are happening.”
- “Amazing music, performances, story, visuals, characters, everything!”
- “Music was unremarkable.”
- “Also no NPC music at all, besides Saber. Sad.”
- “In my 8 hours, the first thought that comes to my mind is sleepy music while running from point A to B in an endless maze-like town that looks the same in every corner.”
optimization
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while performance is generally stable and can reach high frame rates in performance mode, some users report issues like jittering, inconsistent frame rates, and performance dips on certain hardware. Graphics are considered outdated, resembling older console titles, but they do not detract significantly from the gameplay experience. Some players have also noted specific cutscenes causing pixelation and performance problems on lower-end systems, particularly the Switch.
- “Graphics/performance: 10/10. All settings were maxed out and found no graphical issues or a single thing out of place.”
- “People have been saying about bugs and all, but so far I encountered none of it. Performance-wise, it goes butter smooth.”
- “Only complaint so far is that the game’s locked at 60 fps for best graphic quality (granted you can use performance mode for 120 fps, but in some specific cutscenes characters look noticeably pixelated). Other than that, it’s pretty fun.”
- “The dodge and counter system is chance/stat based, resulting in inconsistent performance that ends up ruining any attempt at learning a crucial aspect of the combat system.”
- “Only complaint so far is that the game’s locked at 60 fps for best graphic quality (granted you can use performance mode for 120 fps, but in some specific cutscenes characters look noticeably pixelated).”
- “Performance-wise, it seems to jitter a bit on my RTX 3070 and i5 9600k, although it could be due to it being on my HDD.”
grinding
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and draining, particularly due to the repetitive nature of battles and the lengthy boss fights with high health bars. While some appreciate the skill trees and the reduced grind in later playthroughs, many feel that leveling up and completing certain tasks require excessive effort, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game. Overall, the grinding can feel unnecessary and frustrating, especially for those seeking 100% completion.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It's very draining and tedious to fight one battle and then run across the other side of town to fight that second fight.”
- “The unlock requirements for all the digressions are a pain, and by the time you've done your third playthrough to finally finish grinding monsters to make commissions happy, you won't know what to do with the money you get anyway.”
- “The boss battles are so dreadfully tedious that I do not recommend this game.”
humor
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing character dynamics, particularly the protagonist's unexpected strength compared to the servants, which leads to genuinely funny moments. Players express joy in the whimsical portrayal of characters and their interactions, especially regarding the comedic obsession with swords. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with epic storytelling, creating a lighthearted and entertaining experience.
- “This interplay between the characters led to some genuinely humorous moments.”
- “Funny and epic story.”
- “Musashi makes me feel very funny (in a good way).”
stability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing frequent crashes and freezes, particularly during cut-scenes and skill menus. While it runs well on high graphics for some, others report sporadic graphical glitches that do not significantly hinder gameplay. Overall, the game appears to have been released in a buggy state, leading to ongoing troubleshooting despite enjoyable gameplay experiences.
- “Plays great on my Steam Deck.”
- “Runs smoothly on my Steam Deck.”
- “I have loved what I've been able to play of the game thus far, but whatever hours I do have were despite constant crashing and freezes from cut-scenes and in particular the skill menus.”
- “Game was released in a buggy state.”
- “The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs/glitches.”
replayability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts high replayability due to features like New Game Plus, which introduces additional bosses and unlocks new story elements, as well as expansions that add new playable characters. With multiple routes and significant content variations, players can enjoy diverse experiences across playthroughs, earning it a strong replayability rating of 10/10. Overall, the game successfully captures the nostalgic replay value reminiscent of the PS2 era.
- “The new game plus adds additional bosses and elements to the game that give it high replay value.”
- “The expansions also add entirely new playable servants, sometimes several, which certainly adds to the overall replayability of the game.”
- “As it also has multiple routes and new game plus (which also unlocks more digressions not available on your first playthrough), replayability is great.”
- “You spend 95% of the game as Iori, with 3% as Saber and 1% as the rogue servants via spending a gauge in battle, and the rest are playable at certain points in the story for like 5 minutes, 10 at most.”
- “It takes me back to the PS2 era in terms of game replayability, and that is not a bad thing.”
character development
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in *Fate/Samurai Remnant* is generally well-received, with praise for the character designs and their translation into 3D models, as well as the engaging interactions among characters. However, some critiques highlight a weak main character and instances of rushed development that detract from the overall narrative experience. Despite these flaws, the game's strong visual presentation and voice acting help to elevate the characters' appeal.
- “All of this is augmented and amplified by the masterful animation, art direction, and character design of the servants and cast.”
- “[beautiful rendition of ancient Japan, excellent character development, addictive and flashy combat].”
- “[great character designs and illustration presentation, fast-paced combat with a good sense of progression, fun character interactions, good OST].”
- “The story is mostly great with a couple caveats, namely a weak main character and some character developments that felt rushed and out of left field.”
- “The character designs translate well into 3D models and the stylization on said models works really well.”
- “[i] Fate/Samurai Remnant [/i], however, has no outstanding flaw in any aspect of game development, be it gameplay, character development, writing, etc. I also liked that the developers invested extra efforts to create characters related to 17th century Japan.”
emotional
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its emotional depth, with players reporting multiple instances of crying due to impactful storytelling and character development. The third DLC is highlighted for fostering a wholesome alliance among characters, while the overall narrative is described as rich and engaging, featuring tragic moments that resonate deeply with players. The combination of heartfelt writing, compelling characters, and immersive gameplay contributes to a powerful emotional experience.
- “Made me cry like 3 times.”
- “But the third DLC is actually a very nice way to bring the cast together in an oddly wholesome, temporary alliance.”
- “There are also some genuinely emotional moments in the game, such as the tragedy that happens near the end of chapter III.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its dynamic soundtrack, which enhances the experience with ambient music in towns and intense tracks during combat. Players are captivated by the immersive setting that allows them to engage in the war for the holy grail, offering a unique experience compared to previous anime and manga adaptations.
- “What charmed me about it was the whole atmosphere and the possibility of taking part in the war for the Holy Grail, because until now there were anime and manga, but there was no such game where you actually play like a master.”
- “The game also has a dynamic soundtrack that fits the atmosphere; from ambient background music of various towns to intense background music as the tension also heightens during combat scenarios.”
- “What charmed me about it was the whole atmosphere and the possibility of taking part in the war for the holy grail, because until now there were anime and manga, but there was no such game where you actually play like a master.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game has been positively noted as a departure from typical cash grab practices seen in recent anime titles, with users expressing hope that this trend continues. However, there is frustration among fans who feel that many games exploit the franchise for profit rather than delivering a quality experience that honors the source material.
- “Save your money and don't encourage them to keep going for cheap cash grabs like this.”
- “Fate is my favorite series and that is all the more why it is so infuriating to see cheap anime fan cash grabs rather than a game that does the series justice.”
- “First non cash grab anime game in recent years (take notes jjk cursed clash)”

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Fate/Samurai Remnant is a role playing game.

Fate/Samurai Remnant is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and others.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Fate/Samurai Remnant.

Fate/Samurai Remnant was released on September 28, 2023.

Fate/Samurai Remnant was developed by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD..

Fate/Samurai Remnant has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Fate/Samurai Remnant is a single player game.

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