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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 73 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 74 reviews
story16 positive mentions
grinding5 negative mentions
  • The story is engaging with interesting character interactions and a decent plot that keeps players invested.
  • The game features excellent voice acting and a good art style, reminiscent of visual novels.
  • The combat system has unique mechanics that can be enjoyable for fans of turn-based dungeon crawlers.
  • The PC port is poorly executed, with no controller support, locked resolution, and various technical issues that hinder gameplay.
  • Gameplay can become repetitive and grind-heavy, with a lack of variety in dungeons and enemy encounters.
  • The game suffers from a rushed ending and lacks satisfying closure, leaving players feeling unsatisfied.
  • story
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its intriguing plot and likable characters reminiscent of the Persona series, while others criticize it for being boring, rushed, and poorly executed. Many players appreciate the visual novel style and the dark themes, but feel that the storytelling lacks depth and coherence, often leading to a disjointed experience. Overall, while the narrative has potential, it struggles with pacing and character development, leaving some players unsatisfied.

    • “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 without making sense.”
    • “However, the story and voice acting (mainly English voice acting) aren't really good at all.”
    • “Each character is hastily developed, and the story jumps around a lot.”
  • gameplay
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received mixed to negative feedback, with many users criticizing it as convoluted, boring, and a slog through repetitive dungeon crawling. While some appreciate the interesting combat mechanics and visuals, the overall experience is marred by poor porting issues, partial controller support, and a lack of engaging content, making it hard to recommend. Players seeking a compelling RPG experience may find the gameplay lacking compared to its inspirations, particularly the Persona series.

    • “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.”
    • “Its Persona 4, if the gameplay was worse and more convoluted than Persona 1.”
    • “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, nothing to keep it interesting.”
  • graphics
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing the lack of graphical settings, locked resolution, and overall poor 3D graphics quality, particularly in the PC port. However, the art style and character design have been praised for their anime aesthetic, with some noting that the visuals are appealing despite the technical limitations. 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.”
    • “No graphics settings options.”
    • “Internal resolution is locked, 3D graphics look terrible, and you can't force an increase in resolution.”
    • “The PC port is terrible, with no graphical options beyond windowed/fullscreen and locked at 30fps, and the mouse is apparently needed to get past some parts even if you use a controller.”
  • music
    8 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. Some users specifically enjoy the voice acting, particularly in both English and Japanese, but there are complaints about certain tracks, especially in the optional dungeon, and technical flaws in the port that detract from the overall audio experience.

    • “The two things I like most about the game are the music and the fighting.”
    • “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).”
    • “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
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is characterized by a significant amount of grinding, requiring players to invest around 20 hours in repetitive tasks to progress, with minimal plot development. While RPG fans may appreciate the challenge, newcomers to the genre might find the grindy and linear gameplay off-putting.

    • “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
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game has received mixed reviews; while some praise the art style and interesting character designs, others criticize the writing and depth, noting a failure to match the quality of the Persona series and describing some characters as bland.

    • “Great art style and character design.”
    • “Some character designs are interesting.”
    • “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
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game demonstrates good stability with no significant glitches or crashes reported by users. However, some players note that certain sections would benefit from a touchscreen interface for improved functionality.

    • “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
    • “I experienced multiple glitches that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
    • “The stability issues are frustrating, as the game often freezes during critical moments.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of engagement, with users describing the story as boring and unimpactful. This results in a diminished emotional connection for players.

    • “The story was incredibly boring and failed to evoke any emotional response.”
    • “I found the narrative to be dull, lacking the depth needed to connect emotionally.”
    • “The emotional impact was nonexistent; the plot felt flat and unengaging.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, indicating a lack of care for quality from the developers.

    • “You can tell the developers did not care about the quality of this game and just wanted to quickly make something to cash in.”
    • “The monetization system feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
    • “It's frustrating that so many features are locked behind paywalls, which ruins the overall experience.”

70%Critics’ scoreBased on 3 critic reviews

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