Last Dream

84%
Game Brain Score Based on 439 reviews
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"Last Dream" is a traditional-style RPG that takes inspiration from classics of the genre. The game features a turn-based combat system and a rich, open world to explore. Players control a party of characters as they uncover a sprawling, multi-layered story filled with mystery and intrigue. Note: The above summary is based on general information available about the game and may not fully capture its specific features or qualities.

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84%
Audience ScoreBased on 439 reviews
story84 positive mentions
grinding41 negative mentions
  • Last Dream is a nostalgic homage to classic JRPGs, reminiscent of early Final Fantasy games, with a compelling world and character customization.
  • The game offers a vast amount of content, including numerous side quests, puzzles, and a variety of classes to choose from, enhancing replayability.
  • The ability to adjust difficulty settings and encounter rates allows players to tailor their experience, making it accessible for both casual and hardcore gamers.
  • The story lacks depth and character development, making it difficult for players to connect with the protagonist and their journey.
  • Some puzzles can be frustratingly difficult, and the lack of a quest log can lead to confusion about objectives.
  • The graphics and music, while charming to some, may feel dated and repetitive, detracting from the overall experience for players seeking modern aesthetics.
  • story322 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with many players finding it either engaging or lacking depth. While some appreciate the nostalgic feel and the immersive world-building, others criticize the plot as generic and poorly conveyed, often feeling disconnected from the characters. Overall, the narrative offers a blend of interesting elements and traditional RPG tropes, but its execution leaves room for improvement, particularly in quest tracking and character development.

    • “The story is very deep, even for a JRPG.”
    • “It's got a very moving story and lore behind it.”
    • “The story is interesting, but a lot of the dialogue is pretty contrived.”
    • “The story is very light, but that seems to be a positive thing in this case.”
    • “The story and characters are neither particularly fun nor interesting.”
    • “The story is not anything new, but it harkens back to days of yore when simple games abounded.”
  • music147 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its diversity and quality, particularly in battle themes and cutscenes, while others find it inconsistent or overly reliant on public domain classical pieces. Some players appreciate the eclectic mix of genres, including metal and orchestral, which enhances the game's atmosphere, but note that the frequent changes can disrupt immersion. Overall, while the soundtrack is often highlighted as a strong point, opinions vary on its memorability and cohesiveness.

    • “The music is great; though the first time I heard the battle music, I jumped out of my chair, very epic sounding!”
    • “The soundtrack is very versatile. There's a song for every occasion.”
    • “The music also surprised me; it is some of the best music in an RPG that I have heard since Chrono Trigger/Final Fantasy 3.”
    • “The music did nothing for me, personally.”
    • “The music feels completely random most of the time.”
    • “It just feels like the creator didn't know what music to put there, and just randomly picked a song from a playlist.”
  • gameplay112 mentions

    The gameplay of "Last Dream" is characterized by its nostalgic homage to classic JRPGs, particularly reminiscent of early Final Fantasy titles, featuring solid mechanics, extensive customization options, and a variety of engaging activities such as side quests and mini-games. While some players find the gameplay enjoyable and easy to learn, others criticize it for being simplistic or lacking innovation, with certain mechanics feeling dated. Overall, it offers a rewarding experience for fans of old-school RPGs, despite some inconsistencies in design and execution.

    • “Highly recommended to anyone who likes old-school RPGs as this game wonderfully recreates the vibe of very early Final Fantasy gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is well-balanced and intuitive, the options are truly varied, and the old-school JRPG feeling really shines here.”
    • “If you liked the first Final Fantasy and you are looking for more games with similar mechanics, you will love Last Dream, as I do.”
    • “While the story outline and 'content' volume is greater than most RPG Maker trainwrecks, the quality is the same... asset flips, cringey high school anime club evictee fanfiction, and the same old terrible gameplay you would expect when someone unqualified to make a video game is given tools to create a video game.”
    • “There are many issues with 'puzzles' in this game that are not puzzly at all but more like rip-your-hair-out ridiculous fast-paced hit-the-key-at-the-right-time or it's restart poor mechanics to me.”
    • “Even so, I think the gameplay is not deep enough to warrant a purchase.”
  • graphics60 mentions

    The graphics of the game are largely based on standard RPG Maker assets, resulting in a mix of dated and inconsistent visuals that may not appeal to modern gamers seeking high-quality graphics. While some players appreciate the retro aesthetic and find the visuals charming, others criticize the lack of customization options and the overall amateurish appearance. Ultimately, the graphics serve the gameplay and story, but they are often seen as a significant drawback.

    • “The best part about this game for me was the world - the environment, the graphics, the NPCs, the music, the interaction you could do with objects in towns, etc., it all came together beautifully.”
    • “The graphics are cheerful and colorful, and the music is a collection of great classical pieces, and you will find yourself humming along, and even recognizing many of them, and feeling cooler for doing so!”
    • “The graphics are simple, yet pleasing to the eye and effective.”
    • “Also, like all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
    • “Almost all of the graphical assets, especially the pixel art, feel very inconsistent and ugly.”
    • “Graphics are mostly, if not completely, stock, which in itself can be fine, but when the game fails to produce any other redeeming qualities I can't help but notice how I've seen the graphics many, many times before.”
  • grinding41 mentions

    The reviews indicate that grinding in the game is a mixed experience; while some players appreciate the depth and customization it offers, others find it tedious and excessive, reminiscent of older JRPGs. Features like battle macros and speed-up options help alleviate some of the grind, but many still feel that the amount of farming required for gear and skills can be overwhelming and detracts from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the game caters to those who enjoy traditional grinding mechanics, but it may frustrate players seeking a more streamlined experience.

    • “The puzzles are more annoying and overly tedious rather than fun and challenging.”
    • “There is fun grinding where you really notice the difference when leveling up and choosing what skills to learn and where to put your stat points.”
    • “This drives completionists like myself nuts with mind-numbing grinding that can last for weeks just because a person wants to have maxed out, uber powerful characters.”
  • replayability26 mentions

    "Last Dream" is praised for its high replayability, offering a vast array of character classes, story paths, and customization options that encourage multiple playthroughs. Players appreciate the game's depth, with many achievements and difficulty levels contributing to its longevity, making it a nostalgic yet modern RPG experience. Overall, it provides a rich and immersive world that invites players to explore different strategies and configurations repeatedly.

    • “Last Dream offers the best features of classic RPGs: replayability and total immersion in a huge, detailed world.”
    • “There is also a great deal of replay value due to the large number of character class, story, and treasure choices you can make.”
    • “I highly recommend this game; it has at least 30 hours of content on the easiest setting and is highly replayable with the various character combinations and side-quests that are all referenced in the ending scene.”
    • “There is much replayability because of the many different class combinations, and that along with the countless achievements can lead to a very long and enjoyable playtime.”
    • “This, plus a few forking path options, gives the game plenty of replay value.”
    • “I didn't even complete all side quests, and could try a harder difficulty with different classes, plenty of unlocked achievements, etc. My point is there's plenty of content and some replay value.”
  • character development7 mentions

    The game features a robust character development system that allows for thoughtful decisions and full control over individual stat improvements, enhancing replayability. However, some players feel that the lack of a central character and limited backstory detracts from the overall depth of character development, with minimal engagement in the narrative beyond gameplay.

    • “The character development system is really nice.”
    • “This makes for some thoughtful character development decisions as well as a major contribution to improving the replayability of the game.”
    • “You have full control over how your level-ups improve each individual stat.”
    • “- No central character, nor character development.”
    • “I like that it doesn't waste time on backstory before getting to the gameplay, but hours into the game there's still nothing in the way of character development and only scant flashback cutscenes for world-building.”
    • “Everything from the depth of the game to the importance of character development is lacking, but as with many classic RPGs, this game lacks interesting combat.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is mixed; while some players appreciate the epic and hilarious music, as well as the interesting backstory, others find the dialogue and NPC interactions lacking in wit and memorability. Comparisons to other RPGs highlight that it may not reach the comedic heights of titles like "Cthulhu Saves the World," but it still offers a degree of humor that some players enjoy. Overall, the humor is seen as a weak point, with many NPCs failing to deliver engaging or funny content.

    • “It has good humor, an interesting back story, and gives you a really big amount of freedom when it comes to skilling your character.”
    • “The music is hilarious and epic, and I love the variability and freedom.”
    • “It's not as funny as Cthulhu Saves the World, but in terms of expansive JRPG, it may be the best indie SNES-style RPG I've ever played.”
    • “NPCs aren't much better: your usual bunch with 80% saying either not funny, not informative, or not interesting things.”
    • “The jokes fall flat and often feel forced, making it hard to enjoy the humor.”
    • “I expected clever wit, but instead, I got tired clichés that just didn't land.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is mixed; while some users appreciate the engaging soundtrack and charming design that enhance the experience, others criticize the generic and confusing layouts of areas, which lack distinct personality. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's ambiance, effectively complementing various locations.

    • “The best 2014 JRPG in my opinion; the soundtrack is great, the design has its charm, and the story is so engaging and atmospheric. I'm waiting for the last Dream DLC!”
    • “The music is diverse and gives the game a great atmosphere, as the song choices were very good for each location you visit.”
    • “Some of the music includes public domain songs (such as Beethoven's Fifth), but they fit well with the atmosphere of the locations where they are used.”
    • “Areas are rather generic, lacking atmosphere or personality. Some of the dungeons are so confusing to navigate due to the hallways and floors having almost the exact same layout.”
    • “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
    • “The environments lack distinctiveness, resulting in a monotonous experience that fails to engage the player.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    Players appreciate the emotional journey of exploring a vast world filled with puzzles and discoveries that evoke happiness, but some feel a lack of emotional attachment to characters due to insufficient narrative depth in their interactions.

    • “It starts simply and then expands into a massive world of puzzles, intricate dungeons, curious NPCs, challenging bosses, and little discoveries that made me feel happy.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly and reliably, indicating a high level of stability.

    • “Runs great, even.”
    • “The game maintains a smooth performance without any noticeable lag.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it rarely crashes or freezes.”
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Critic Reviews

85% average critic score

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Play time

18hMedian play time
24hAverage play time
12-40hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 6 analyzed playthroughs

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