Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs

Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs - Royal Edition Game Cover

About

Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs is a tactical RPG about the restoration of a fallen kingdom to its former glory. Embark on an adventure that will remind you of your best jRPG experiences - assemble a party of valiant individuals, manage your realms, forge alliances, and vanquish your foes in challenging turn-based combat! After your father’s passing you inherit a wondrous land far, far away... Th…

Play Modes

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

Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs - Royal Edition screenshot

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

Charming art style and colorful character designs enhance the overall experience.
Engaging turn-based battles and unique mechanics provide a fresh take on the strategy RPG genre.
The game offers a lighthearted story with plenty of content and replay value, appealing to both veterans and newcomers.

Frequent loading screens and awkward menu navigation detract from the gameplay experience.
Voice acting quality is inconsistent, with some performances being notably poor.
Combat can be frustrating due to navigation issues and a lack of clarity in mechanics.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The gameplay is characterized by engaging and thought-provoking battles, innovative mechanics, and a well-paced structure that includes kingdom management and segmented dungeon crawling. Players appreciate the ability to adjust settings for a tailored experience, making it accessible for both veterans and newcomers. Overall, the combination of beautiful art, a compelling story, and enjoyable mechanics contributes to a rich and immersive gaming experience.
- “[great presentation, good voice acting, interesting mechanics, fun premise, wonderful soundtrack]”
- “There are a few notable shortcomings; however, being able to adjust gameplay settings on the fly makes this a game that can be enjoyed by veterans and newcomers alike.”
- “Battles are engaging and thought-provoking, as combat has its fair share of rules not present in other SRPGs; kingdom management is a great way of connecting players with the world while accurately conveying Kay's struggle to be a good king; and splitting dungeon crawling into three major sections is an inspired way of keeping the gameplay well-paced.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The story is centered around a boy, his sisters, a servant, and the ghost of an ancestor on a quest to restore a lost city's legacy, featuring beautiful art and designs. While the narrative has its imperfections and the voice acting can be inconsistent, it is generally engaging and complemented by enjoyable game mechanics and a refreshing low-stakes atmosphere. Overall, the game offers a unique strategy experience with a rich narrative backdrop.
- “A boy, his two sisters, his dutiful servant, and the ghost of one of his old ancestors go on a quest to rebuild the legacy of a lost city.”
- “The story is far from perfect, and the voice cast is hit or miss, but Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs overcomes its flaws to offer a genuinely fresh strategy experience.”
- “Great story, fantastic art style, fun game mechanics, good voice acting, loads of content.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving the players with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or depth.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game are praised for their appealing art style, which complements its light-hearted approach to JRPGs. Reviewers highlight the fantastic visuals as a key element that enhances the overall experience, alongside the engaging story and gameplay mechanics.
- “Interestingly light-hearted approach to JRPGs, nice art style.”
- “Great story, fantastic art style, fun game mechanics, good voice acting, loads of content.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
"Regalia: of Men and Monarchs - Royal Edition" offers significant replayability, with a 30-40 hour adventure enriched by additional DLC content. The game effectively captures the charm of the JRPG genre while delivering engaging turn-based battles, encouraging players to revisit its world.
- “Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs - Royal Edition is a 30-40 hour adventure, with plenty of replay value considering the additional in-game DLC. It convincingly captures the spirit and charm of the JRPG formula while providing competent turn-based battles.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is often criticized for being overdone and forced, detracting from the overall experience. Additionally, some players noted that the poor voice acting and clunky menu navigation further undermine the comedic elements. Overall, the humor may not resonate well with all players, especially given the strict time limits.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is highly praised for its wonderful soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience. Additionally, the voice acting complements the presentation, contributing to an engaging atmosphere.
- “The wonderful soundtrack truly elevates the entire experience.”
- “The music is beautifully composed and perfectly complements the gameplay.”
- “Great presentation and good voice acting, but the standout feature is definitely the music.”