Megadimension Neptunia VII

Megadimension Neptunia VII is a great JRPG, with witty writing, fun and polished combat, and a vast amount of content to keep players coming back. The game never takes itself too seriously, allowing for a very enjoyable experience.

82%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

grinding, optimization

93% User Score Based on 3,548 reviews

Critic Score 68%Based on 23 reviews

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"Megadimension Neptunia VII" is a console-themed RPG where players navigate the worlds of Gamindustri, fighting enemies and completing quests as anthropomorphized personifications of game consoles. This entry introduces a new story arc, the "Megadimension," as well as new characters and gameplay mechanics. The series' signature humor and fan service elements remain, making for an engaging and entertaining experience.

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

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,571 reviews

story574 positive mentions

grinding267 negative mentions

The game features a diverse cast of characters, including new additions like Uzume, who bring dynamic interactions and memorable moments.
The combat system has been improved with a revamped combo mechanic that encourages strategic thinking and experimentation with different weapons.
The story is engaging and emotional, with a good balance of humor and serious themes, making it one of the best narratives in the Neptunia series.

The game suffers from performance issues, including frequent crashes and lag, particularly on certain hardware configurations.
The introduction of random encounters on the overworld map can be frustrating and disrupt the flow of gameplay.
Some players may find the extensive dialogue and cutscenes tedious, as they can slow down the pacing of the game.

story
1,684 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Megadimension Neptunia VII" is generally well-received, praised for its engaging narrative that intertwines humor and emotional depth across three distinct arcs. While some players appreciate the character development and the balance between comedic and serious moments, others criticize the pacing and occasional predictability of the plot. Overall, it is considered one of the best stories in the Neptunia series, offering a mix of lightheartedness and darker themes that resonate with both newcomers and long-time fans.
- “The story, the visuals, the gameplay: everything in this game is so immaculate.”
- “The best Neptunia game with a compelling story and engaging gameplay to match.”
- “The story is fresh and interesting, with twists and turns that'll keep you playing until the end, and then make you go back because you really want the true end.”
- “The bad news is that if/ch writers still can’t do proper drama or consistent worldbuilding even if it kills them, so whenever the story tries to get serious, it all turns into a painfully generic and unconvincing mess.”
- “The story is about nothing... gameplay is stupidly hard.”
- “It looks bad, sounds bad, plays bad, the characters are so boring, and the story is garbage.”
gameplay
740 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Megadimension Neptunia VII" has received mixed reviews, with many praising its improvements over previous titles, particularly in combat mechanics and strategic depth. While some players appreciate the engaging turn-based system and new features like combo attacks, others find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in meaningful strategy. Overall, it is seen as a solid entry in the series, offering a blend of familiar mechanics and fresh elements, though it may not appeal to everyone due to its grind-heavy nature and reliance on traditional JRPG tropes.
- “The best Neptunia game with a compelling story and engaging gameplay to match.”
- “With a story that has just the right mix of wacky gaming meta hijinks and darkly serious plot, the usual lovable cast and many excellent new cast members, & a refined version of the classic gameplay that rewards intelligent use and ordering of moves, this is the absolute pinnacle of Neptunia, and magnum opus of Idea Factory + Compile Hearts.”
- “The gameplay is solid and plays like a true JRPG.”
- “I could go on for hours about how every mechanic somehow builds on itself to make a more miserable experience, or how the last part is blocked off until you have gotten an item - something which there is no warning for - making you waste hours since you have to do it again.”
- “The writing is super fun and creative but it's not enough to save the awful gameplay.”
- “I've been disenchanted from this series for half a decade now because it all amalgamates to endless pointless dialogue and repetitive gameplay.”
music
569 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "Megadimension Neptunia VII" has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its impressive variety and quality. The soundtrack features a mix of new compositions and nostalgic tracks from previous games, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. While some noted the occasional reuse of older music, the majority found the new tracks to be captivating and fitting for the game's themes, making it one of the standout aspects of the title.
- “The soundtrack is amazing in Megadimension.”
- “The music actually bangs and the soundtrack has bangers in the dungeon themes and battle themes.”
- “The best of this game, undoubtedly, are the soundtracks; they're incredible.”
- “Seriously, some of these old soundtracks are really, really old, dating back to Rebirth 1 maybe.”
- “The soundtrack is kind of the same really between the main titles with some additional songs.”
- “The music is adequate, and conveys the narrative's theme of foreboding by toning down some of the more cheerful tunes, but still nothing to write home about (as it's usually the case with Neptunia games).”
graphics
479 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in this game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the significant improvements over previous titles in the Neptunia series, particularly in character design and cutscenes. While some players appreciate the colorful anime aesthetic and enhanced visuals, others criticize the game for not fully modernizing its graphics, citing issues like frame rate drops and reused assets. Overall, the graphics are considered solid but not groundbreaking, with a blend of charming art style and technical shortcomings.
- “The graphics are also much better than the earlier games, that is to be expected when jumping from the PlayStation Vita to the PlayStation 4, but still, the game looks great.”
- “The visuals are solid, dungeon design can be a bit bland, some assets or layouts get reused, graphically it's good on the eyes though, nothing photorealistic here but that was never the goal with it being an anime game.”
- “Upon starting the game, you will notice quite an upgrade in graphics.”
- “Yup laggy fps, lag when you kill enemies disrupting the fluid combat, blurry crappy graphics, I have tried various solutions but to be fair I shouldn't have to put so much work into getting a game to run. They need to fix this game before they get any more money from me.”
- “Finally, the presentation: I normally don't really care about graphics in video games, but it has to be said that this game, which was released in 2016, looks like it belongs on the PS3.”
- “The graphics itself aren't really up to PS4 standards but the story and gameplay makes up for it; I like the overall experience a lot.”
humor
332 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Megadimension Neptunia VII" is widely praised for its cleverness and variety, featuring a mix of fourth-wall breaks, meta-commentary, and character-driven jokes that resonate well with fans of the series. Players appreciate the quirky personalities of the characters, particularly the comedic interactions and absurd scenarios that often lead to genuine laughter. While some humor may be considered cringey or overly reliant on anime tropes, the overall consensus is that the game successfully balances light-heartedness with more serious themes, making it an entertaining experience for those who enjoy its unique style.
- “The central girl Uzume is also quite compelling, but even better is her fish sidekick Umio, which is just one of the most hilarious character concepts I’ve seen, and the way Show Hayami plays him by making his silky voice extra smooth is the icing on the cake.”
- “The writing is really funny and despite the over-the-top moe aesthetic, it still doesn't come off as cringe.”
- “Megadimension Neptunia is a very bizarre JRPG that combines a few styles at once in a fourth-wall-demolishing romp, making it a decent choice if you want something cute, funny, strange, and low-stress.”
- “I think for most people the combat would be dull, there's way too much level grinding required early on, the humor is cringey, and there's tiny little girl fan service.”
- “Missing the danger/conflict from previous games and making everything into an unfunny joke.”
grinding
273 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while grinding is a staple of the JRPG genre, this installment is less grind-heavy compared to previous titles. Some players appreciate the new mechanics that make grinding easier and less tedious, while others find certain aspects, like the need for extensive grinding to achieve maximum levels or complete achievements, to be frustrating and time-consuming. Overall, the game offers a balance between necessary grinding for progression and the enjoyment of the story and characters, though opinions vary on how much grinding is ultimately required.
- “The game requires very little to no grinding as long as you do fight some enemies along your path through the dungeon.”
- “However, to me this is not grindy if you play with tactics.”
- “- No grinding if you just want to play through the game.”
- “I worked 30 hours to prepare my team for post game, and then gave it up after a couple of hours of actual post game (because there is none, only coliseum and tens of hours of grinding the same one enemy to reach level 999).”
- “Do not trust people saying this game is easy, it's a grinding nightmare.”
- “Level grinding is frustrating - along with some of the most unpleasant things found in this game, probably the second one to bother me the most was the insane experience requirements.”
optimization
130 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received largely negative feedback, with many players reporting frequent stuttering, frame drops, and performance issues across various hardware setups. While some users managed to run the game smoothly on lower-end systems, the overall consensus is that it is poorly optimized, particularly for AMD graphics cards, and requires significant adjustments to settings to minimize performance problems. Despite these issues, some players still find the game enjoyable, highlighting its engaging content and improvements over previous titles in the series.
- “This game is super fun, and is optimized to run on my potato of a computer.”
- “Great game performance and framerate.”
- “Performance improvements, mechanical changes, and a huge assortment of new content makes this the best Hyperdimension Neptunia game yet.”
- “Just the PS4 game converted to an .exe file with no optimization at all.”
- “The game is horribly optimized and will also crash many integrated Intel GPUs that are otherwise more than capable of running the game, in particular one long dungeon very early in the game called Sakura Park.”
- “Every computer I tried it on, ranging from a dual-core processor with GTX 970m to a quad-core processor with a GTX 1070, has had stuttering and lag issues that make the game extremely off-putting to play.”
emotional
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its deep and touching narrative, which evokes strong feelings and even tears from players at various points. Many reviewers appreciate the balance of humor and seriousness, with well-developed characters and a compelling villain that enhance the emotional experience. Overall, the game is praised for its heartwarming moments and engaging story, making it a standout in the series.
- “The finale is one of the best in any game in the series; it made me very emotional several times.”
- “The story has many touching moments, truly showing the best of the characters.”
- “Megadimension's story is the best of the series so far, and it had made me feel like tears could come at times, with all its threads well-connected.”
character development
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is notably enhanced, with Neptune displaying a more responsible demeanor compared to her usual upbeat personality. While many players appreciate the well-written characters and engaging interactions, some feel that the focus on character development often overshadows the plot, leading to a mix of humorous but less relevant scenes. Overall, the game is praised for its character designs and the depth of development, particularly in comparison to previous titles, though it may not satisfy those seeking a complex narrative.
- “Neptune gets character development; instead of her usual upbeat self, she's more responsible here.”
- “The story was quite a nice surprise, with way more character development than the previous titles, a much larger cast of important characters, the absolute best antagonist in the entire series, three different endings, and even some routed scenarios!”
- “The best Neptunia game I ever played, and I really love the story and character development.”
- “Bad game if you are looking for plot, character development, or meaningful gameplay.”
- “Kiiiiiiiiiiiinda.... there's a lot of metafiction ('hey, I'm the protagonist!' 'oh wow, here comes the boss battle!' etc.) .. which, I think, metafiction is always kinda hit 'n' miss... and there are two types of scenes in a story: plot points, and character development.”
- “Same can be said for the rest: the battling system is solid for JRPGs, you cannot however have very complex influence about your character development.”
stability
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been a significant concern among players, with reports of frequent freezes, crashes, and various graphical glitches, particularly when multiple characters are on screen. While some users noted improvements in optimization and smooth gameplay overall, many experienced game-breaking issues, lag, and controller compatibility problems, detracting from the overall experience. Despite these challenges, some players still found the gameplay enjoyable, indicating a mixed reception regarding stability.
- “Runs great too, no frame drops at all compared to the previous games; they've gotten a lot better at optimizing these for PC.”
- “Very buggy, took a lot out of me to try to fix those bugs.”
- “I've faced an endless amount of glitches, lag, errors, controller mapping difficulties, camera dysfunctions, quality issues, and the lot.”
- “A relevant amount of players are experiencing game-breaking glitches related to their graphic cards, so there's this risk.”
atmosphere
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised, particularly for its captivating original soundtrack, which scores a 9 out of 10 and enhances the emotional depth of the experience. Players appreciate the vibrant and diverse environments that reflect the story's themes, ranging from dark and sorrowful to colorful and lively, while the humor and character dynamics contribute to a lighthearted yet engaging atmosphere. Overall, the game successfully creates a unique and immersive world that resonates well with players, especially during the pandemic.
- “Presentation wise, this game is gorgeous; they do a really good job in presenting the world you're traversing through. The world looks vast and each dimension has its own unique atmosphere which correlates to the story in some way, may it be dark, vibrant and colorful, or sorrowful. You'll see these themes present as you play.”
- “Emotions, story, atmosphere, and plenty of abstract humor make this a great game for anyone who loves the series already or has yet to embrace their lost purpose in this world.”
- “The atmosphere of the game - no matter how you look - fits well with the player during the current pandemic (2020-2021).”
- “While these changes might disappoint some Re;Birth fans, overall they improve the pacing and atmosphere.”
- “Additionally, it keeps the humorous atmosphere, with Neptune being the goofy, likable, fourth-wall-breaking protagonist that we all know and love.”
replayability
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability, enhanced by the introduction of new playable characters and features like the colosseum and an open new game+ mode. Players appreciate the ability to carry over progress and items, with many noting improvements over previous titles in the series. Overall, it is regarded as having a high replay value, comparable to other popular games.
- “Has a lot of improvements and tons of replayability content.”
- “It's immersive story and gameplay mix extremely well together, and the replay value is increased with things like the colosseum and it's very open new game+.”
- “Plenty of replay value, just like every Nep game.”
- “I have no idea how the DLC changes the gameplay much other than making the game way easier, adding new characters or cosmetic items that don't actually add more playable content for the game.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for its reliance on day-one DLC and microtransactions, leading many users to view it as overly exploitative.
- “Day 1 DLC and microtransactions.”
- “This is nothing but microtransactions.”

68%Critics’ scoreBased on 36 critic reviews

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