GrimGrimoire OnceMore

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GrimGrimoire OnceMore brings the classic strategy adventure from Vanillaware into the present! Join aspiring mage Lillet Blan on her journey within the Silver Star Tower, a renowned academy for magicians. All is not what it seems inside the tower walls—mysteries, monsters, and menaces lurk about. Harness the power of magic to dispel the secrets hidden within the tower and discover the truth of the…

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Strategy

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

story5 positive mentions

The remaster features stunning visuals and a captivating story, enhancing the original experience.
Gameplay combines RTS elements with visual novel segments, keeping players engaged and entertained.
The game offers a nostalgic experience for fans of the original, with new voice lines and quality of life improvements.

Some gameplay elements can feel repetitive, with similar maps and strategies across levels.
The mini art book included with the game is disappointing, being small and flimsy.
The learning curve is steep, which may overwhelm new players.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in the reviewed titles is characterized by a blend of engaging visual novel elements and solid real-time strategy mechanics, enhanced by charming visuals and a variety of missions. While some players note issues like control problems and repetitive gameplay, the overall experience is enriched by unique gameplay features and adjustable difficulty, appealing to both genre fans and newcomers. The remastered versions offer visual upgrades and new gameplay additions, making them worthwhile for committed players.
- “Grimgrimoire Once More serves as a solid remaster with a fantastic visual upgrade and new gameplay additions.”
- “Grimgrimoire Once More is a visually gorgeous title with tight real-time strategy gameplay; come for the strategy and stay for the clever story.”
- “It's not my favorite tower defense game, but the quality artwork, interesting story, and solid gameplay should have genre fans (and fans of the original version) pleased with its Switch release.”
- “Some control issues and repetitive gameplay hold it back, but overall it is a good strategy sim with an alluring setting.”
- “Despite its repetitive gameplay and dated concepts, the game offers adjustable difficulty and a unique gameplay blend for committed players.”
- “The new speedup mechanic can make the story end quickly, and the maps are very similar.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of Grimgrimoire Once More is praised for its charm and depth, featuring a fun, looping narrative with memorable characters and intriguing twists. While some players note that the repetitive maps can detract from the experience, the game's captivating visuals and solid real-time strategy gameplay enhance the overall storytelling. The remastered title successfully combines engaging plot elements with modern gameplay mechanics, appealing to both genre fans and newcomers.
- “Grimgrimoire Once More is a visually gorgeous title with tight real-time strategy gameplay; come for the strategy and stay for the clever story.”
- “Grimgrimoire Once More is a remastered strategy RPG set in a magical world, boasting a captivating story and strong characters.”
- “Once More is a gorgeous game with a strong story and a lot of depth; it just drops you into the deep end quickly.”
- “The new speedup mechanic can make the story end quickly, leaving little room for character development.”
- “Grimgrimoire Once More is a visually gorgeous title with tight real-time strategy gameplay, but the story feels underwhelming and lacks depth.”
- “While Grimgrimoire Once More is a remastered strategy RPG set in a magical world, the story fails to engage and feels predictable.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised for their charming visuals and quality artwork, with many noting the appealing character designs and solid upgrades for the Switch version. However, some criticism arises from the repetitive nature of the maps, which can make levels feel similar. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gameplay experience, especially for fans of the genre.
- “Charming visuals and characters, dozens of missions and unlockable bonus art, solid RTS-style gameplay.”
- “While the repetitive maps mean that most levels feel too similar to each other, the story is fun and the visuals have had a solid upgrade for the Switch.”
- “Vanillaware's gorgeous artwork and music, a fun story with a bit of mystery, new skill tree, and grand magic.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality, complementing the beautiful artwork and engaging story. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Vanillaware's gorgeous artwork and music, a fun story with a bit of mystery, new skill tree, and grand magic.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highlighted by its impressive character design and art illustrations, alongside a new skill tree that enhances gameplay. The engaging, looping story structure and memorable character concepts, combined with plot twists, contribute to a modern and immersive combat experience. Overall, the game showcases a strong passion for character and artistic expression.
- “Great character design and setting, with the new addition of a skill tree and art illustrations in between battles.”
- “Fun, looping story structure with memorable character designs and concepts. The plot has enough twists to keep you guessing, along with improvements that make combat feel modern.”
- “Grimgrimoire Once More is a display of passion, from the art to the character designs.”