Phantom Rose 2 Sapphire

96%
Game Brain Score Based on 122 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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Phantom Rose 2 Sapphire is a roguelike deckbuilding game where you play as Aria, fighting to survive in her school overrun by evil creatures. Craft your deck and manage card cooldowns to defeat foes, with multiple difficulties, modes, and two playable classes for varied gameplay. Experience a special card adventure with attractive rewards and custom challenges.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 122 reviews
story13 positive mentions
monetization2 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful artwork and a unique art style that enhances the overall experience.
  • Gameplay is engaging with a unique cooldown mechanic for cards, providing a fresh take on the deck-building genre.
  • The developer is active with updates, and the game offers a good sense of progression and unlockables.
  • The game suffers from padding, requiring multiple playthroughs with minimal variation in content and difficulty.
  • Some mobile game mechanics, such as premium currency and repetitive gameplay elements, detract from the overall experience.
  • The story is fragmented and lacks depth, leaving players wanting more character interaction and lore.
  • story47 mentions

    The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its lore and character development, though some express a desire for more depth and content. While the narrative is engaging and offers intriguing elements, it is often described as short and occasionally confusing, with some players noting a lack of significant gameplay progression tied to the story. Overall, the story serves as a solid foundation for the gameplay, but many hope for expansions and improvements in future updates.

    • “The story is interesting, and there's plenty of gaps for you to fill in yourself as you go, creating a nice hook.”
    • “It is a very well-made story, where the fragments all fit together by the end.”
    • “There's tons of new content, music, cards, monsters, a new playable class, a slick new UI, the story is more interesting, artwork rocks, and the gameplay is more challenging with a lot more variety.”
    • “The story itself falls short.”
    • “I found the game very easy and not too fun to play; the feeling of progression wasn't very satisfying compared to other roguelikes, the story is almost nonexistent and quite fuzzy.”
    • “But for the story though, it's very short and it got quite an inconclusive ending, so just serviceable enough for you to get through the 'tutorial phase' of the game.”
  • gameplay44 mentions

    The gameplay is generally praised for its addictive loop, engaging mechanics, and beautiful art, with many players noting the satisfying progression and variety it offers. However, some criticisms arise regarding the presence of mobile game elements and a lack of significant innovation compared to its predecessor, which can lead to feelings of padding. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable and accessible, it may become repetitive over extended play sessions.

    • “However, the gameplay and the challenge aspect are what'll keep you playing for more than a dozen hours.”
    • “Gameplay: an addictive gameplay loop that's just a straight upgrade of its prequel and mobile game sister Phantom Rose, which also throws the main rule of deck-builders (keep your deck small) out the window while managing to keep the game fun and interesting.”
    • “Its unique cooldown-based mechanic makes for a fast-paced but engaging puzzle, where each fight builds upon the last.”
    • “Despite this, there are some bizarre mobile game/microtransaction-filled game mechanics added in.”
    • “But the reason for my negative review is just how there are mobile game elements embedded into the gameplay.”
    • “This is padding out gameplay so ridiculously that it's offensive.”
  • graphics23 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and charming art style, with many reviewers highlighting the high-quality character designs and vibrant visuals. While the artwork is generally considered top-notch, some players noted a lack of variety in backgrounds and card designs, which can lead to repetitiveness over time. Overall, the aesthetic and graphical presentation contribute significantly to the game's appeal, enhancing both the gameplay experience and storytelling.

    • “The artwork and character design in this game is just top notch.”
    • “The game has an excellent art style; when I saw pictures of it, I knew it was a sequel to Phantom Rose, even before I saw the title.”
    • “From what I could tell in my short playtest of the game, I can say the graphics are a lot more polished, the game is pretty optimized and runs very fast and smooth, the character designs look very cute, the voice acting is nice, and the item sprites look overall a lot more vibrant and smooth.”
    • “The graphics are a lot more polished, but they still lack the depth and detail that I was hoping for.”
    • “While the art style is cute and unique, it sometimes feels too simplistic and doesn't fully utilize the potential of modern graphics.”
    • “The character designs look cute, but the overall graphics feel outdated and could use a significant upgrade.”
  • music19 mentions

    The music in "Phantom Rose Scarlet" is widely praised for its engaging and beautifully composed soundtrack, featuring heavily remixed tracks from the previous game. Reviewers highlight the music's ability to enhance the gameplay experience, with many expressing a desire for the soundtrack to be available outside of the game. Overall, the combination of great aesthetics and a captivating score contributes significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The soundtrack is super good, the music fits everything and is so well done.”
    • “Sound and music design: words cannot describe how good the OST is, just look it up on YouTube and you'll see what I mean.”
    • “The game has an incredible soundtrack, I hope it is released so I can have it to listen to outside of the game.”
    • “Which is nice, but honestly I still adore Scarlet's more deep, kind of serious music.”
  • monetization3 mentions

    The game features no microtransactions, which is a positive aspect for players who dislike mobile game monetization methods. However, the presence of a "premium" currency during gameplay can be off-putting, even if it does not involve real money.

    • “For the record, there are no microtransactions in this game.”
    • “I personally dislike mobile game monetization methods, so seeing something very similar added does annoy me, even if no money is involved.”
    • “At the very least, there are no microtransactions in the game, but always seeing the 'premium' currency mid-game irks me.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game is well-optimized, featuring polished graphics and smooth performance, which enhances the overall experience. While it emphasizes adaptability over strict optimization in gameplay, players appreciate the vibrant character designs and consistent difficulty. Overall, the developers have delivered a solid performance.

    • “From what I could tell in my short playtest of the game, I can say the graphics are a lot more polished, the game is pretty optimized and runs very fast and smooth, the character designs look very cute, the voice acting is nice, and the item sprites look overall a lot more vibrant and smooth.”
    • “This franchise is a different take on the roguelite deckbuilder genre, rewarding adaptability more than optimization, and with a more consistent difficulty curve.”
    • “From what I could tell in my short playtest of the game, I could say the graphics are a lot more polished, the game is pretty optimized and runs very fast and smooth, the character designs look very cute, the voice acting is nice, and the item sprites look overall a lot more vibrant and smooth.”
    • “Overall, solid performance from the devs.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game presents mixed opinions on replayability; while some users find it lacking in variety between runs, others appreciate its strong replay value.

    • “It has excellent replayability, keeping me engaged for hours.”
    • “The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
    • “I love how different strategies can lead to completely different outcomes, enhancing replayability.”
    • “Lacks replayability; there's not much variety between runs.”
    • “The game feels repetitive after the first playthrough.”
    • “Once you finish it, there's little incentive to play again.”
  • character development2 mentions

    While the reviews highlight the impressive artwork and polished graphics, they do not provide specific insights into character development in terms of narrative depth or growth. Instead, the focus is primarily on the aesthetic qualities of character design and voice acting.

    • “The artwork and character design in this game is just top-notch.”
    • “From what I could tell in my short playtest of the game, I can say the graphics are a lot more polished, the game is pretty optimized and runs very fast and smooth, the character designs look very cute, the voice acting is nice, and the item sprites look overall a lot more vibrant and smooth.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is noted for its amusing moments, particularly with character interactions like Stalling, though some players find certain elements, like the time lady, frustrating. Additionally, the English translation offers occasional comedic touches, but the lack of detailed descriptions can lead to a more trial-and-error learning experience rather than a straightforward understanding.

    • “The English translation is a bit funny at times, and the descriptions don't always have the full details - easier to learn by trial rather than theorycrafting, at least at first.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be well-balanced, offering a mix of easy and challenging methods to progress, allowing for both quick and more time-consuming approaches.

    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
    • “I find myself spending more time grinding than actually enjoying the gameplay.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding takes away from the overall experience and fun of the game.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive imagery that effectively shapes the surrounding environment, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “This is a game where the imagery, as well as the atmosphere, crafts the surroundings.”
    • “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world that feels alive and vibrant.”
    • “Every sound and visual element contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
    • “The atmosphere feels lifeless and fails to immerse you in the game world.”
    • “Despite the potential, the ambiance is flat and uninspiring.”
    • “The game lacks a cohesive atmosphere, making it hard to feel engaged.”
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