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Odin Sphere Leifthrasir

A brilliant remake brings Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir to its full action-RPG potential.
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91%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
grinding
96% User Score Based on 49 reviews
Critic Score 88%Based on 25 reviews

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Odin Sphere Leifthrasir is a single player role playing game. It was developed by SEGA of America, Inc. and was released on June 7, 2016. It received positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Odin Sphere Leifthrasir" is a single-player Role Playing game with excellent storyline and engaging gameplay, remastered in high definition from the PS2 classic, "Vanillaware". Immerse in its wonderful graphics that bring the game's fantasy world to life. This action role-playing game promises an unforgettable journey for any RPG enthusiast.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews
story10 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features both the original and the remake, allowing players to enjoy classic gameplay alongside improved mechanics and visuals.
  • Stunning hand-drawn art style and engaging storylines with emotional depth, complemented by a fun and clever leveling system.
  • The gameplay is fluid and dynamic, offering a variety of characters and combat styles, making it enjoyable for both retro and modern gamers.
  • Some players experienced issues with the physical product, such as damaged cases and loose discs upon delivery.
  • Repetition in environments and enemy types can detract from the overall experience, leading to some grinding later in the game.
  • The inventory system is cumbersome and can be frustrating, impacting the overall gameplay experience.
  • story
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the remake of Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir is praised for its emotional depth, intricate character connections, and engaging plot twists, all while remaining faithful to the original. Players appreciate the vibrant and dynamic storytelling that spans five unique character arcs, complemented by beautiful visuals and refined gameplay. However, some critiques mention the story's age and a desire for more humor, alongside minor gameplay issues like inventory management.

    • “The remake has quite a few improvements to overall gameplay, while staying true to the story of the original.”
    • “The story has its fair share of emotional drama and plot twists, complete with a handful of light-hearted moments too.”
    • “Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir is the remake this story justly deserves, marred only by slight signs of age, and a time capsule that perfectly preserves the magic of Odin Sphere, for the many years it’s lost and the many years to come.”
    • “The story could use a bit more humor.”
  • gameplay
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in the remake has been significantly enhanced with new character improvement systems, moves, spells, and mechanics, while remaining faithful to the original story. Players appreciate the fluid and rewarding beat 'em up mechanics, complemented by stunning visuals and a rich RPG experience. Overall, the game offers a deep and engaging gameplay experience that revitalizes the classic title for modern audiences.

    • “If you’re looking for excellent brawler gameplay with RPG elements and absolutely gorgeous artwork and uniquely designed bosses, you can’t go wrong with Leifthrasir.”
    • “Odin Sphere Leifthrasir is more than just a pretty picture; it has some of the finest, fluid and rewarding beat 'em up gameplay of any game, spread amongst five delightfully varying characters that tell a thoroughly engaging story.”
    • “The remake has quite a few improvements to overall gameplay, while staying true to the story of the original.”
    • “It expands the gameplay with a new character improvement system, new moves and spells, and a new 'cooking' mechanic (for those who don't know, in this game, characters level up by eating various foods, which requires gathering ingredients for dishes or dining at restaurants... and all of this introduces new mechanics), new maps, and new enemies. It's a shame there isn't a bestiary to consult to enjoy the new illustrations and animations.”
    • “I'm enjoying it a lot since I didn't give the initial version a chance, but this improves the gameplay as well as the visual and sound aspects.”
  • graphics
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning, hand-drawn art style and fluid visuals, which enhance the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the unique and charming aesthetics, alongside beautifully crafted backgrounds that elevate the gameplay. The combination of compelling combat and visually appealing design makes it a standout title in its genre.

    • “The stunning art style looks better than ever, and the tale it tells is still effortlessly charming.”
    • “If you’re looking for excellent brawler gameplay with RPG elements and absolutely gorgeous artwork and uniquely designed bosses, you can’t go wrong with Leifthrasir.”
    • “Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir raises the bar for all remakes with its inclusion of an enhanced version of the original game, and also because of its refined mode, which offers sublime gameplay and some of the best looking visuals on PlayStation.”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
    • “The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
    • “The character models look bland and lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a long and heart-touching story that intricately connects its characters through various paths, blending emotional drama and plot twists with light-hearted moments, creating a deeply engaging experience.

    • “A long and heart-touching story that connects each character through different paths.”
    • “The story has its fair share of emotional drama and plot twists, complete with a handful of light-hearted moments too.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that the game involves some grinding later on, suggesting that as the game progresses, repetitive tasks may be required to advance or improve characters. This aspect can impact the overall enjoyment, depending on individual tolerance for such gameplay mechanics.

    • “The grinding later on becomes tedious and feels like a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
    • “I found the grinding to be excessively repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
    • “After a while, the grinding just feels like a time sink with little reward, which really dampens the overall experience.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in Leifthrasir is praised for its harmonious soundtrack, which complements the beautifully crafted art style, contributing to the game's status as one of the best RPGs that players should experience.

    • “Add to that a beautifully crafted and visually appealing art style and a harmonious soundtrack, and Leifthrasir is elevated into one of the best RPGs that certainly needs to be experienced.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that while the game has potential, it could benefit from a stronger infusion of humor, as the current narrative feels lacking in comedic elements. Additionally, players find the cumbersome inventory management and repetitive gameplay detract from the overall enjoyment, suggesting that humor could help alleviate some of these frustrations.

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Odin Sphere Leifthrasir is a role playing game.

Odin Sphere Leifthrasir is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation and PlayStation Vita.

Odin Sphere Leifthrasir was released on June 7, 2016.

Odin Sphere Leifthrasir was developed by SEGA of America, Inc..

Odin Sphere Leifthrasir has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Odin Sphere Leifthrasir is a single player game.

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