FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake

63%
Game Brain Score Based on 36 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake Game Cover
A pioneering game of Square's vaunted library of strategy RPGs gets a worthy update that keeps Front Mission's anti-war spirit alive.

In the year 2090, the world's conflicts are fought using giant war machines called Wanzers. Huffman Island, the only place where the Oceania Cooperative Union (O.C.U.) and the Unified Continental States (U.C.S.) share a land border is a hotbed of conflict. An O.C.U. reconnaissance platoon led by Captain Royd Clive is assigned to investigate a U.C.S. munitions plant. They are ambushed by U.C.S. Wa…

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Reviews

63%
Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews
story4 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a nostalgic experience with beautiful graphics that enhance the original gameplay.
  • It features a compelling military-themed story and allows for gradual power progression, making it enjoyable for players.
  • The game is accessible even for those who are not skilled in simulation games, providing a fun experience overall.
  • The game suffers from poor balance and frustrating mechanics, including low hit rates and a lack of strategic depth.
  • There are numerous bugs and errors, including frequent freezes and issues with mission design that detract from the experience.
  • Customization options can lead to similar-looking mechs, and the gameplay can feel random and tedious at times.
  • story11 mentions

    The story of Front Mission 1st is praised for its engaging narrative and the unique perspective of presenting events from two opposing viewpoints, though some reviewers note that outdated mechanics can detract from the experience. While the game features a compelling premise and rich character development, it may primarily appeal to die-hard fans of the series or genre enthusiasts. Overall, the narrative remains a highlight, supported by a graphical upgrade that enhances the storytelling experience.

    • “Unless you’re a die-hard fan of the original or the TRPG genre in general, you’re probably safe to give this one a miss or just lower the difficulty of the combat to enjoy the story.”
    • “[surprisingly compelling story and characters; graphics look really pretty; fun core gameplay loop; loaded with a lot of content.]”
    • “It’s a shame because there is a brilliance to telling the same story from two opposing points of view, but that gets buried beneath poorly implemented mechanics.”
    • “Front Mission 1st would have benefitted from a full remake to address a lot of quibbles that are holdovers from the era it is originally from; however, even as-is, warts and all, the premise and core loop remain fun enough that series and genre enthusiasts, at least, will get a fair bit out of it.”
    • “[upgrading wanzers is very cumbersome, some missions can be kind of tedious, controls could use some fine-tuning]”
  • gameplay7 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising the core mechanics and customization options, while others criticize it for frustrating mechanics, imprecise controls, and a lack of modern balance that can deter new players. Despite a compelling story and attractive visuals, many find the gameplay experience to be inconsistent and overly random, leading to disengagement after a short period. Overall, while there are enjoyable elements, the execution leaves much to be desired.

    • “Surprisingly compelling story and characters; graphics look really pretty; fun core gameplay loop; loaded with a lot of content.”
    • “Classic Front Mission gameplay in all of its satisfying mech combat glory, lovely 3D visual upgrade, customizing wanzers is rewarding.”
    • “Despite the strengths of the setting and the characters, the gameplay becomes more frustrating than fun and won’t keep most players engaged past the first few hours.”
    • “It's a shame because there is a brilliance to telling the same story from two opposing points of view, but that gets buried beneath poorly implemented mechanics.”
    • “Unfortunately, modern visuals and sound can't salvage gameplay here that feels too random to be satisfying.”
    • “Gameplay is too random in the early game, with discouraging difficulty spikes and imprecise, floaty controls.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    Overall, the graphics in the game have received positive feedback, with many reviewers noting significant visual upgrades that enhance the experience. While some feel that modern visuals cannot compensate for gameplay issues, others appreciate the engaging story and character design, highlighting the graphical improvements as a key aspect of the remake. The combination of updated graphics and sound contributes to a more immersive experience, particularly for fans of the series.

    • “Surprisingly compelling story and characters; graphics look really pretty; fun core gameplay loop; loaded with a lot of content.”
    • “Graphics and sound updates modernize the experience, classic anti-war tale, broad customization, rewarding battles.”
    • “Unfortunately, modern visuals and sound can't salvage gameplay here that feels too random to be satisfying.”
    • “Front Mission: 1st Remake has everything that a fan of the series would want with improvements to both the visuals and UI.”
    • “[Graphics and sound updates modernize the experience, classic anti-war tale, broad customization, rewarding battles.]”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be cumbersome, particularly due to the tedious nature of upgrading wanzers and certain missions. Additionally, there are concerns about the controls, which could benefit from further refinement to enhance the overall experience.

    • “Upgrading wanzers is very cumbersome.”
    • “Some missions can be kind of tedious.”
    • “The controls could use some fine-tuning.”
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