Record of Agarest War Mariage

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"Record of Agarest War Mariage" is a tactical role-playing game where players form relationships with heroines to strengthen their party in battle. The game features multiple generations of characters, with the decisions made in each generation impacting the story and characters of the next. Players must strategize and make choices wisely to build a powerful team and save the world from destruction.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Record of Agarest War Mariage screenshot

+12

55%

Audience ScoreBased on 69 reviews

story5 positive mentions

grinding18 negative mentions

The game features a unique lineage system where characters inherit skills from their parents, adding depth to the gameplay.
Combat is engaging with tactical options, allowing players to utilize various roles and skills effectively.
The art style and character designs are appealing, providing a visually enjoyable experience.

The game suffers from significant difficulty spikes, especially during boss battles, leading to excessive grinding.
The story is simplistic and filled with underwhelming characters, making it hard to stay invested.
There are numerous technical issues, including poor localization, bugs, and low-quality graphics that detract from the overall experience.

story
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
79%
8%
The story has been widely criticized for being simplistic, underwhelming, and filled with clichéd characters, often described as lacking depth and coherence. While some players appreciate the lineage aspect and character development, many find the plot to be forced and boring, with a heavy reliance on grinding and tedious quests that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the narrative fails to engage players, leaving them disappointed with its execution and pacing.
- “One of the main selling gimmicks and a genuinely interesting part of the series is the lineage story, where your main character finds someone special, has an offspring who inherits some of the powers from both parents, and that child continues the main story instead.”
- “The story is really good and the characters are very memorable.”
- “A decent amount of gameplay but also filled with a lot of depth to the story.”
- “The story is boring and disappointing, as there are a few genuine dramatic moments in the game that are let down by forceful exposition and idiotic dialogue.”
- “The main protagonist is accompanied by chosen maidens who are obligated to help the chosen one in his crusade against a story plot that a 10-year-old could have made.”
- “So, what is the story, you say… the paper-thin plot places the burden on saving the world on a passive and bland main character, while the great big evil is chasing them, tied in a confrontation that lasts for generations.”
grinding
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews consistently highlight that the game suffers from excessive grinding, making progression tedious and unenjoyable, even on easier difficulty settings. Many players feel that the grind detracts from the overall experience, leading to boredom and frustration, particularly due to difficulty spikes and lack of engaging content. While some fans of grinding may still find enjoyment, the general consensus is that the game is overly reliant on this mechanic, which can alienate those who prefer a more balanced gameplay experience.
- “Even on easy mode, it is impossible to proceed without tedious grinding.”
- “While I personally enjoyed my time with the game, and am happy to finally play it after waiting 7 years from its original release, the game is much too grindy to recommend this title.”
- “Gameplay: 0/10, way too much grinding to even enjoy the game.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
67%
17%
The gameplay of the latest Agarest title has been widely criticized for its lack of enjoyment, with many players noting excessive grinding, poorly balanced mechanics, and a departure from the series' previous strengths. While some appreciate the depth of the story and the introduction of terrain mechanics, the overall consensus is that the gameplay feels underwhelming and frustrating, particularly for hardcore fans of the franchise. Many reviews highlight a significant decline in quality compared to earlier installments, leading to a disappointing experience.
- “Played on hard difficulty and had my second playthrough mid-way due to wrong choices, but it was easier on my second run as mechanics became second nature.”
- “The element and terrain mechanics make gameplay more interesting instead of just mindless skill spamming until the boss is dead.”
- “A decent amount of gameplay but also filled with a lot of depth to the story.”
- “And we as players get to experience this underwhelming story of love and lust in a game that loses all of its gameplay splendor and narrative beats from the very start.”
- “Such a strong departure from the series, the art and gameplay was like whiplash; there's no real settling into how it plays.”
- “Gameplay: 0/10, way too much grinding to even enjoy the game.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing them as low quality and reminiscent of older console titles, particularly noting a lack of detail and a "zoomed in" appearance even at high resolutions. While some appreciate the art style and find it enjoyable, others feel it represents a significant downgrade from previous entries in the series, leading to an overall perception of the visuals as a step backward.
- “I do love the art style.”
- “I've played the original PSP version and it's fun, and the graphics look properly upgraded or remastered from the source instead of just run through a filter.”
- “The visuals, while less detailed/stylized like previous Agarest games, are still very nice to look at.”
- “Graphics are also worse than its previous games.”
- “The game has really low quality graphics for a 2018/2019 RPG.”
- “It feels very 'zoomed in' even on high resolution, and the graphics are very low detail compared to countless other RPGs I have played over the years.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The music in the game is largely considered forgettable, with many players unable to recall any memorable tunes after playing. However, some reviews note that the soundtrack is relatively good, particularly in the context of the game's straightforward RPG mechanics. There is also a mention of disappointment regarding the absence of the opening theme in the deluxe edition's OST.
- “A very straightforward RPG with turn-based battles and great music.”
- “Relatively good music.”
- “The music is so unremarkable that I cannot remember a single tune after finishing the game.”
- “Extremely forgettable music and sound effects.”
- “Do not buy the deluxe edition because the OST does not contain the opening theme song.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is polarizing, with some players feeling uncomfortable about its themes, likening it to sharing inappropriate content, while others find enjoyment in the intimate interactions with characters, suggesting a blend of affection and discomfort in the experience.
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers significant replayability due to multiple ending options and a job system that encourages players to explore different party configurations. Players have reported that their initial playthrough took around 45 hours, suggesting ample content to revisit.
- “It took me about 45 hours to complete on easy difficulty, and it has a lot of replay value.”
- “Several ending options make it replayable.”
- “The job system encourages exploration in different party configurations and offers high replayability.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report a generally stable experience with no significant bugs or glitches, although some express concerns that the game may still have unresolved issues.
- “- possibly still buggy”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy of the game is widely criticized as a cash grab, suggesting that it prioritizes profit over player experience and fairness.
- “This game feels like a cash grab, with excessive microtransactions that ruin the experience.”
- “The monetization strategy is frustrating, as it seems designed to squeeze every penny from players.”
- “I can't enjoy the game when it constantly pushes me to spend money on in-game purchases.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, users report a positive experience with optimization, noting no performance issues, FPS drops, or screen tearing during gameplay.
- “I haven't had any performance issues so far, and there are no FPS drops or screen tearing.”
- “The game runs smoothly on my system, and I've experienced no lag or stuttering.”
- “The optimization is impressive; I can play at high settings without any frame rate drops.”