Mercenaries Saga Chronicles
- January 18, 2018
- Rideon Japan
"Mercenaries Saga Chronicles" is a collection of three tactical role-playing games: "Mercenaries Saga: Will of the White Lions," "Mercenaries Saga 2: Order of the Silver Eagle," and "Mercenaries Saga 3: Gray Wolves of War." In these games, players lead a group of mercenaries through strategic battles, making decisions that affect the story and party relationships. With multiple paths and endings, players can experience different outcomes based on their choices.
Nintendo Switch
Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic experience for fans of tactical RPGs, reminiscent of classics like Final Fantasy Tactics.
- It includes three games in one, providing a good amount of content and replay value.
- The physical copy is well-packaged and appealing for collectors who prefer owning physical games.
- The game is considered overpriced compared to its digital version, which is significantly cheaper.
- Controls are clunky and can make gameplay frustrating, detracting from the overall experience.
- The music and sound design are often criticized as bland and unappealing, impacting immersion.
- story20 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The story is generally considered average, with some players appreciating its nostalgic value and the inclusion of multiple narratives, while others find it bland and lacking depth. The game features a mix of story and free missions, but the difficulty spikes often force players to grind, detracting from the overall experience. Although the branching story mechanic adds some intrigue, it does not elevate the narrative to a level that captivates all players.
“The story is nice and it's really three games or stories in one.”
“But surprisingly, the story and characters were mildly interesting.”
“At some point, you'll make a choice and that choice will determine the course of the story and the other characters that you recruit.”
“The story is just alright, but I bought it more for nostalgic reasons.”
“It feels like the free missions are forced upon you because of how much the level spikes to each story mission.”
“Eventually, it feels like you'll hit a wall in the story mission and you'll need to grind your level up.”
- music7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with many players describing it as bland, unpleasant, and detrimental to the overall experience. Complaints include sharp sound effects and a slow battle pace, which detract from enjoyment and engagement. Several users expressed that improvements in the music could potentially enhance their willingness to play the game.
“I think that if the devs improve the music in the game, I'd give it a shot.”
“However, the music, the sounds, and the game pace made me not want to play it.”
“The music is horrible (very important in any game), the sounds are too sharp, and the battle pace is slow.”
“He had the same complaints about the game; the music and sounds are not friendly to your ears.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics have received mixed feedback, with some users noting a basic and primitive design, while others appreciate the improvements in the third game, highlighting its decent visuals. Overall, the art style and graphics do not significantly innovate but serve their purpose within the game's context.
“Obviously, they aren't reinventing the wheel here, but the third game has a decent story--it also has much, much better graphics.”
“The art style and the turn-based fights are just like it.”
“I also didn't care much for the music and graphics.”
“It's very basic and primitive in design and visuals.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a basic mechanical framework, with the only standout feature being the branching story. While it offers a strategic element, it may not satisfy players seeking a deep challenge or engaging character development typical of more complex strategy RPGs.
“The gameplay strategy of the game is well thought out.”
“The only interesting mechanic here is the branching story.”
“If you're looking for a serious strategy RPG that will challenge you mechanically or enthrall you with its lifelike characters and fascinating story, this game delivers.”
“Mechanically, the gameplay is extremely bare bones.”
“If you're looking for a serious strategy RPG that will challenge you mechanically or enthrall you with its lifelike characters and fascinating story, this game falls short.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find that while the replayability may not be extensive, it exceeds initial expectations and contributes positively to the overall experience.
“It's not much, but it was more than I expected and adds to the replay value.”
