Reverse: 1999

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Reverse: 1999 is a single player tactical role playing game with fantasy, drama and anime themes. It was developed by BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED and was released on October 8, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

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The art style and character designs are stunning and unique, showcasing a variety of cultures and backgrounds.
The voice acting is exceptional, with characters having distinct accents that enhance immersion.
The story is engaging and well-written, keeping players invested in the narrative.

The energy system is restrictive, making it difficult to progress and requiring excessive grinding for resources.
The English translation has numerous awkward phrases and grammatical errors, which can detract from the storytelling experience.
Character leveling can be tedious and resource-intensive, leading to frustration for players.

story
3,916 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Reverse: 1999" is widely praised for its immersive and engaging narrative, featuring unique characters and a captivating plot that often intertwines historical and fantastical elements. While many players appreciate the depth and emotional resonance of the storyline, some have noted issues with translation quality that can make the narrative difficult to follow. Overall, the game is recognized for its beautiful art style, exceptional voice acting, and a strong emphasis on storytelling, making it a standout in the gacha genre.
- “The story is phenomenal, the individual characters are unique both in their backgrounds and designs, and I love how the game doesn't shy away from more mature themes.”
- “The story is captivating along with an engaging combat system reminiscent of 7ds grand cross which I love.”
- “The story is so good it's criminal, and the characterization is some of the best I've seen.”
- “The story is convoluted and boring.”
- “The story is completely incomprehensible and makes absolutely less sense the more you think about it.”
- “The story is a bit confusing, but has high quality voice acting and scenes.”
gameplay
1,589 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game has received a mix of praise and criticism from users. Many appreciate its strategic card-based mechanics, which are easy to learn yet offer depth, making it engaging and fun. However, some players find the gameplay repetitive and grindy, particularly in terms of character leveling and resource management, which can detract from the overall experience. The art style, voice acting, and story are frequently highlighted as standout features, contributing to a visually appealing and immersive gaming experience.
- “The gameplay is straightforward but engaging, and the story has me hooked.”
- “Gameplay is simple in concept but allows for very powerful and flashy synergies.”
- “The gameplay is fun and accessible.”
- “The gameplay is pretty simplistic like most gacha games.”
- “The gameplay is also broken.”
- “The gameplay is too slow for my liking.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning visuals, unique art style, and smooth animations. Players appreciate the attention to detail in character designs and backgrounds, often highlighting the game's aesthetic appeal as a major draw. The combination of beautiful graphics, engaging voice acting, and immersive storytelling creates a captivating experience that many find hard to resist.
- “The graphics are amazing, the story is very entertaining (coming from someone who gets bored quickly of stories) and the character designs are so good (they're not half naked like other games).”
- “The art style is really unique despite being manga/anime-themed and the graphics look stunning.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, and the story too.”
- “Unfortunately, the art style for characters in battle kind of kills this game for me.”
- “So much aesthetic... the UI, characters, background, the settings and the story, artwork and music!!”
- “This game is a 7 deadly sins game copy with good voice over but poor 2D graphics.. stories a bit bland for me.”
music
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its enchanting and immersive quality, enhancing the overall experience with soothing soundtracks and captivating character voice lines. Players appreciate the diverse musical styles that align well with the game's themes and updates, often describing the music as top-notch and integral to the storytelling. Overall, the combination of beautiful art, engaging narratives, and exceptional music contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a standout in the genre.
- “The music, the culture, the art, the story—gosh, I was hella blind.”
- “The music is so soothing to hear, and what really stands out are the characters' voice lines.”
- “The music, the art, and the story (even though it got me scratching my head on some moments here and there) also, the gameplay is simple, casual, and fun to play.”
- “The music is also underwhelming compared to competitors.”
- “The art style and music don't particularly stand out that much.”
- “Music is well done but gets repetitive.”
character development
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Character development in the game has received widespread acclaim for its exceptional character designs, unique cultural representations, and engaging backstories. Players appreciate the depth and thoughtfulness behind each character, noting that the designs are not overly sexualized, allowing for a focus on storytelling and gameplay. Overall, the combination of stunning visuals, diverse character traits, and well-crafted narratives contributes to a rich and immersive gaming experience.
- “The character designs are unique and showcase different eras from different places around the world.”
- “The character design is top tier and the game is really generous with the rewards. The character designs are so amazing and one-of-a-kind.”
- “The character designs are stunning, bringing fresh elements that I haven't seen in other games, complete with expressive voice acting.”
- “Edit: as of the newest CN patch, the character designs are a bit underwhelming now.”
- “Character designs can be 'questionable'.”
- “This game is boring, boring story, boring character design, boring gameplay; the only good thing is the English dub.”
grinding
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The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from players. While some appreciate the depth and strategy involved in resource farming, many find it tedious and time-consuming, particularly due to high energy costs and low drop rates for materials. Suggestions for improvement include adding features like auto-farming, skip options for replaying stages, and reducing the overall grind to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “The mechanic of merging cards and special abilities is really addictive and the system has a lot of depth. The art direction is the most unique I've seen from a free game in a while. The game isn't grindy and is very generous, and the character designs are perfect. It's a really interesting world with plenty of historical, cultural, and literary references. Overall, a relaxing and interesting experience!”
- “It's not that grindy anymore and progression feels a lot faster with the new game modes.”
- “This game is not grindy; you don't need to waste a lot of time to get resources, because after you beat a stage, you can 4x speed clear with a maximum 4x reward.”
- “The grinding of materials is very tedious because of the horrible energy system, making it ten times slower than any other gacha games I've played.”
- “The only problem is getting your characters to insight 3, which requires an absurd amount of materials and weeks or even months of farming just for 1 character, which can deter some players from the late and end game.”
- “It's a great game, though, aside from the repetitive resource farming for characters.”
monetization
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The monetization strategy of the game is generally viewed as fair and non-predatory, with no intrusive ads and reasonable in-app purchase options. While some players appreciate the generous gacha system and lack of pop-up ads, others express frustration over misleading advertisements regarding free summons and the potential for future greed from developers. Overall, the game is seen as a step above typical cash grabs in the gacha genre, though concerns about its long-term monetization practices remain.
- “Their monetization is fair.”
- “Microtransactions may exist, but they don't impede progress.”
- “Also is not predatory and extremely fair with in-app purchases.”
- “The game isn't shy about being a cash grab.”
- “Above average game ruined by misleading ads promising a multitude of free summons right away while there are few free summons and locked behind hours of progress and paywall.”
- “The Facebook ads about 70 free rolls with a code was a lie and there is no re-roll system.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive qualities, combining stunning art direction, captivating music, and a deep, engaging story that creates a cozy and mystical experience. Many players appreciate the unique character designs and the overall mood, which enhances the gameplay, although some note that the English localization could detract from the experience. Overall, the game is celebrated for its ability to evoke strong emotions and provide a relaxing yet intriguing environment.
- “The art and atmosphere of the game is phenomenal and the story is deep and complex.”
- “The music, the art, and the backgrounds create an immersive atmosphere that suck you in and the story is really good.”
- “The overall atmosphere of the game is beautifully made!!!”
- “Some people may find it more interesting, but some people didn't like it too; this game has a cozy and casual atmosphere, so maybe some people didn't expect that type of gameplay.”
- “I really want to love the game, both its atmosphere and gameplay, but it's missing something that'll really make me fall for it.”
- “I like a lot of what's going on, but the machine translation pulls you out of the atmosphere completely.”
optimization
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Overall, the game's optimization is generally well-received, with many players reporting smooth performance even on low-end devices. However, some users have experienced issues such as lag during cutscenes and black screens on launch, indicating that further optimization patches may be needed. While the graphics and gameplay are praised, there are mixed reviews regarding performance consistency, particularly on mid-range devices.
- “The animation is smooth and the game itself is optimized and works perfectly fine on my device.”
- “The graphics are fantastic and the game itself is incredibly optimized.”
- “The optimization in all devices is top notch and the game itself had one of the amazing graphics I've seen.”
- “Albeit, there are things that could be optimized or added to make the experience much better.”
- “But it needs some optimization patches as sometimes when it launches, the game just sits on a black screen and makes my phone freeze for a solid minute on an S23 Ultra.”
- “Game seems fun but after some play I uninstalled; I couldn't stand the poor performance and disconnections all the time.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with many players reporting that the story is deeply touching and capable of eliciting strong feelings, including tears. Reviewers highlight the combination of beautiful art, immersive music, and well-developed characters that enhance the emotional experience, making it a standout feature of the game. Overall, players find the narrative compelling and heart-wrenching, often leading to a profound emotional connection with the story and characters.
- “I love the design and the concept of the character. I really like the music; my ears really enjoy it! The visuals are good, and the point of the game is the story for me. The story made me cry; it was so emotional.”
- “Honestly, this game is emotional and it hits hard. It makes you experience what is happening; it's just so perfect. Everything is beautiful, and it makes you feel what the characters are feeling. It's also fun and has its own share of fun moments. The art style is honestly good, and the game sticks with you. It's just a whole new experience unlike anything else.”
- “The game has great art, really good lore, amazing characters, and a touching story.”
- “This game is boring; the story is dull, the character design is uninspired, and the gameplay lacks excitement. The only redeeming quality is the English dub.”
- “The story is uninteresting, and the character designs fail to engage.”
humor
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The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players enjoying its quirky and unique characters, such as a playable glass shard and a British pirate DJ. The blend of dark storytelling and comedic moments keeps the gameplay engaging, although some feel that character interactions could be deeper. Overall, the humor adds a refreshing levity to the experience, making it both entertaining and memorable.
- “Hope we get more funny and cool characters like them in the future.”
- “It's funny, but I love how there are many characters that are unique, a radio, Mr. Apple, a UFO, even a glass shard that's named 'Door' is playable. The combat is great as well; it's not complicated, you just need to think about which move is the best. Thank you for making this game globally! Looking forward to future updates!”
- “I really love the voices of the characters, especially Regulus (and she's so funny).”
stability
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Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while it runs well on lower-end devices and is generally enjoyable, many users report significant issues such as login errors, screen glitches, and frequent freezes, particularly after updates. Some players experience overheating and crashes, which detracts from the overall experience, though a few note that the game is mostly bug-free. Despite these challenges, players remain hopeful for improvements in future updates.
- “And, because it's mostly 2D (except for the area... I think...) it runs great on low to mid-end phones surprisingly.”
- “Bug free and enjoyable game.”
- “The game runs great on my phone, no bugs. Keep going, thank you.”
- “Really good game but has issues. I started to play the game, I saved it, and then went to log in the next day and it says login errors, which I don't understand. If they've had this game working on it for a while, you would think they would fix these glitches, especially when it downloads about 3 to 4 gigs.”
- “However, in the newest update, when in a story chapter, the screen glitches, it overheats my phone, and makes it smell of burning.”
- “Every single cutscene, after summoning, choosing something on the menu, it either freezes with only sound going on or crashes without a single error code.”