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Mind Zero

A potential Persona-killer franchise once some flaws are ironed out. RPG fans will nevertheless enjoy the game, but those new to the genre might be put off by the grindy, linear nature of the game.
39%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
gameplay, grinding
33% User Score Based on 146 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

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In Mind Zero, players step into the shoes of Kei, a high school student who forms a contract with a powerful weapon-being known as a "MIND." As Kei and his friends are pursued by government forces and other entities, they must uncover the truth behind the "MIND" and navigate the game's action-packed dungeon-crawling RPG gameplay. With a blend of strategic combat and intense battles, Mind Zero offers a unique and engaging gaming experience.

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33%
Audience ScoreBased on 146 reviews
story32 positive mentions
grinding9 negative mentions

  • The story is engaging and features well-written characters, with a visual novel style that some players appreciate.
  • The game includes both English and Japanese voice acting, which is generally well-received.
  • The combat system has some interesting mechanics and allows for character customization through skills.
  • The PC port is poorly executed, with locked resolution, lack of graphical options, and significant control issues, including non-functional controller support.
  • Gameplay can be repetitive and grind-heavy, with a lack of variety in dungeons and enemies, leading to a tedious experience.
  • The game suffers from a rushed and unsatisfying ending, leaving many plot threads unresolved and frustrating players.
  • story
    64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its intriguing plot and likable characters, reminiscent of the Persona series, while others criticize it for being rushed, formulaic, and at times boring. Many players noted that the storytelling feels disjointed and lacks depth, leading to a less satisfying experience overall. Despite these criticisms, the visual novel elements and voice acting were highlighted as strong points, appealing to fans of the genre.

    • “The plot of the game is interesting enough and the characters are all very likable.”
    • “It's a really good dungeon crawler with visual novel elements and a pretty amazing story.”
    • “That being said, I'm not knocking the game, the story is very rich and it is what's so far driving me to play the game.”
    • “Although the general idea is not bad, the game itself is extremely boring; story advancement is no less boring, and events feel like they just try to increase gameplay time (and make no sense).”
    • “Each character is hastily developed, and the story jumps around a lot.”
    • “I think I read less than an hour of plot for the 20 hours of grinding I needed to do to fight the bosses.”
  • gameplay
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received largely negative feedback, with many reviewers criticizing it as boring, convoluted, and a slog through repetitive dungeon crawling. While some combat mechanics are noted as interesting, the overall experience is marred by poor porting issues, lack of engaging content, and a frustrating resource management system. Players seeking a compelling RPG experience may find this title lacking, despite its decent visuals and soundtrack.

    • “The graphics are very nice, and the fight mechanics are fairly interesting.”
    • “Gameplay revolves around first-person dungeon crawling that is iconic to traditional RPGs, with the player finding loot in chests and fighting a boss in each dungeon.”
    • “Whilst the mechanics aren't staggeringly original, there's a nice balance in how much you're prepared to spend for the bigger skills, and each fight can reward you with bonuses depending on how you fought, which can encourage certain tactical choices you'd otherwise dismiss.”
    • “Although the general idea is not bad, the game itself is extremely boring. Story advancement is no less boring, and events feel like they just try to increase gameplay time (and make no sense).”
    • “Gameplay: the game is nothing but a slog through a bunch of dungeons, with nothing to keep it interesting.”
    • “You'll probably quickly tire of the endless grinding and generic gameplay.”
  • graphics
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing the lack of graphical settings, locked internal resolution, and poor 3D graphics quality, particularly in the PC port from Vita. However, the art style and character design are praised for their beauty and anime aesthetic, with some users appreciating the overall visual appeal despite the technical shortcomings. Overall, while the graphics may not enhance gameplay significantly, they do contribute to the game's artistic charm.

    • “The graphics are good and it has an anime feel to it.”
    • “The art style is really good, and some of the music is outstanding.”
    • “The art style by Kyo Kuroichigo looked gorgeous, and the setting appeared promising from the trailer.”
    • “Internal resolution is locked, 3D graphics look terrible, and you can't force an increase in resolution.”
    • “And on top of that, the PC port is terrible, with no graphical options beyond windowed/fullscreen and locked at 30fps. The mouse is apparently needed to get past some parts even if you use a controller.”
    • “Graphics/sound/interface: this is a PS Vita port, no bells and whistles.”
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising the soundtrack as outstanding and a highlight of the experience, while others note issues with sound quality and stereo placement, particularly in the port. Some tracks, especially in the optional dungeon, are seen as less impressive, but overall, the music and voice acting contribute positively to the game's appeal.

    • “All the music in the game is great, except maybe the optional dungeon at the end.”
    • “Really nice artwork, soundtrack, and voice acting, both in English and Japanese (Yuki Kaji <3).”
    • “If you're looking for a visual novel with DRPG gameplay, a solid--albeit somewhat formulaic--story and characters, a great soundtrack, and a really excellent dub, then you'll probably really enjoy the game.”
    • “Music and sound effects have promise but are ruined in the port.”
    • “Sound quality is a hit-and-miss affair, with odd stereo placement and volume issues abounding, and the title song sounds like it was recorded onto an old magnetic cassette tape by sticking a microphone next to a radio speaker.”
  • grinding
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game excessively grindy, with many reporting a significant imbalance between gameplay and story, often spending around 20 hours grinding for less than an hour of plot. While RPG fans may appreciate the challenge, newcomers to the genre might be deterred by the repetitive and linear grinding experience.

    • “I think I read less than an hour of plot for the 20 hours of grinding I needed to do to fight the bosses.”
    • “You'll probably quickly tire of the endless grinding and generic gameplay.”
    • “RPG fans will nevertheless enjoy the game, but those new to the genre might be put off by the grindy, linear nature of the game.”
  • character development
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising the art style and character design as interesting, while others criticize it for lacking depth and originality, particularly in comparison to the Persona series. Overall, the writing and character development are seen as weak points, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “Great art style and character design.”
    • “Some character designs are interesting.”
    • “The character development is engaging and adds depth to the overall experience.”
    • “My problem with this game is that they tried hard to copy the Persona series but failed to emulate its writing, character development, and gameplay.”
    • “Bland character design.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game demonstrates good stability with no significant glitches or crashes reported by users. However, some sections may benefit from a touchscreen interface for optimal interaction.

  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with multiple users finding the story to be unengaging and lacking depth, leading to a dull emotional experience.

  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, indicating a lack of concern for quality from the developers. Players feel that the focus was more on generating revenue than on delivering a polished gaming experience.

    • “You can tell the developers did not care about the quality of this game and just wanted to quickly make something to cash in.”
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