REYNATIS

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In REYNATIS, a full-blown magical RPG set in 2024 Shibuya, Tokyo, two wielders of magic, Marin Kirizumi and Sari Nishijima, clash in their fight for liberation and justice. Marin, oppressed for his magic, seeks strength to overthrow restrictions, while Sari uses her powers to uphold order and protect the city. Their conflicting ideals set the stage for a thrilling, action-packed adventure in a modern-day, magic-infused Tokyo.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

story6 positive mentions

monetization1 negative mentions

The game features unique mechanics and engaging combat that many players found enjoyable.
The character design and art style are praised, with a strong sense of passion and creativity behind the game's development.
The story, while sometimes convoluted, offers interesting themes and character development that resonate with fans of the genre.

The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs with key rebinding and a lack of English voice-overs, which detracts from the overall experience.
Many players found the gameplay repetitive and lacking depth, with side quests often feeling like filler rather than meaningful content.
The graphics and overall presentation are considered outdated, leading some to feel that the game does not justify its price point.

story
32 mentions
19 % positive mentions
72 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as a classic yet modern-styled JRPG, featuring well-developed characters and engaging side quests that enhance the main narrative and world-building. While some players found the plot predictable and occasionally convoluted, others appreciated its unique themes and social commentary, particularly regarding contemporary issues. Overall, the story is seen as a compelling blend of familiar tropes and fresh perspectives, with a nostalgic connection to the legacy of Final Fantasy.
- “I appreciate that the side quests give a better insight on the main story and world-building rather than just being random requests; they are also nicely spaced out.”
- “The characters are fantastic, and while the story is predictable for the campaign, it seems to be going somewhere interesting in the postgame updates.”
- “The more accessible part of the story provided a shockingly non-tropey and semi-realistic view on drugs, the police, and sensationalism of the public; flawed since it's a fantasy universe, but refreshing nonetheless.”
- “The story is ridiculously anime, which is okay if that's what you're after.”
- “The more accessible part of the story provided a shockingly non-tropey and semi-realistic view on drugs, the police, and sensationalism of the public (flawed since it's a fantasy universe, but refreshing nonetheless).”
- “I completely lost the plot at the end, but that's to be expected.”
gameplay
14 mentions
29 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by unique mechanics and engaging combat that evolves into a fun experience, despite some initial jarring elements. While it lacks depth in certain areas, such as the late introduction of item selling and underdeveloped mechanics, players appreciate the storytelling through gameplay and the overall enjoyable feel of the action RPG format. Overall, it offers a reasonably interesting experience, though it may not satisfy those seeking a more complex gameplay system.
- “It's gameplay has some extremely unique mechanics that I enjoyed to the fullest.”
- “Combat was honestly pretty interesting!”
- “Weird that selling items was introduced late in the game, and I do feel like a lot of mechanics weren't super developed (like, the shop mechanic was used for one thing and restaurants just sold different flavors of HP heal).”
- “I don't want that as it causes games to sacrifice story and gameplay as a result... I mean, look at most current-day AAA game companies trying to release a game with the selling point of just graphics; it usually fails.”
- “Fast, tight ARPG gameplay, which while it isn't all too deep, feels great to pick up and master for the runtime of the game.”
graphics
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered subpar by modern standards, but many players express that they prioritize gameplay and story over visual fidelity. Some appreciate the art style and fast load times, attributing the latter to the less demanding graphics. Overall, while the graphics may not impress everyone, they do not detract from the enjoyment of the game for many players.
- “Load times were also fast, and I suspect the graphics contribute to that, so I'm actually grateful.”
- “I am seriously happy that I got the ultimate edition as I love to look at the artworks of the game; I even took a peek at the Japanese version!”
- “Art/graphics: 8/10”
- “The graphics are not great for this day and age, but I honestly don't care.”
- “I don't want that as it causes games to sacrifice story and gameplay as a result. I mean, look at most current-day triple-A game companies trying to release a game with the selling point of just graphics; it usually fails.”
- “Plus, I grew up around really old computers and the PS3, so graphics are less important to me compared to whether the game is actually playable and fun.”
music
9 mentions
44 % positive mentions
22 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The music, composed by Yoko Shimomura, is generally seen as effective but underwhelming, often blending into the background without making a significant impact on memorable scenes. While some reviewers appreciated the soundtrack's quality, noting it as good but not reaching the heights of her previous work, others felt that the absence of music in certain moments detracted from the overall experience. Overall, the music is considered solid but lacking in standout moments.
- “Music by the legendary Yoko Shimomura, while not up to the impossible standard of the Kingdom Hearts games, still delivers and hits wonderfully.”
- “The soundtrack is incredible!”
- “The setting is great, character design is solid, music is good, and the real-time combat is engaging.”
- “The music felt very much like background noise to everything that was going on, which was surprising given that it was composed by Yoko.”
- “It worked with the game, but there wasn't any time when I felt like the music stood out or helped make a scene memorable, and that's a shame.”
- “There were some scenes where there was no music at all, and while it kind of worked, they could absolutely have put something in there to make it feel less dead.”
humor
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its witty dialogues and amusing moments, particularly noted in the TWEWY crossover, which elicited genuine laughter from players. Overall, the humor effectively lightens the mood and enhances immersion, making for a chill experience.
- “Couldn't stop laughing.”
- “Dialogues are wonderful as well, and there are definitely funny moments to lighten the mood; you just have to be immersed in the dialogue and the environment.”
- “They are absolutely chill and they do have funny moments at times.”
character development
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development is praised for its strong design and engaging real-time combat, with fans of Yoko Shimomura's work particularly appreciating the quality of the characters and setting. Overall, the combination of solid character design and immersive gameplay contributes to a compelling experience.
- “Character design is superb, and if you are a fan of Yoko Shimomura's works, this game is just as good!”
- “The setting is great, character design is solid, music is good, and the real-time combat is engaging.”
emotional
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the characters relatable and emotionally impactful, often leading to tears, though some English speakers may struggle to connect due to language barriers in the audio, despite the presence of subtitles.
- “The characters are easily relatable, and some moments are powerful enough to bring a tear to my eye. I understand that some English speakers may struggle to connect emotionally due to the language barrier in the audio, despite having English subtitles.”
- “The emotional depth of the story and characters truly resonated with me, making me feel a wide range of emotions throughout the game.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the narrative and the character arcs; it’s rare for a game to evoke such strong feelings.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Reviewers express skepticism about the game's monetization strategy, suggesting it prioritizes profit over quality, with some feeling it resembles a cash grab that leverages its anime aesthetic to draw in players.
- “Bugs happen, but this is such a blatantly obvious issue that it honestly makes me doubt whether this was actually intended to be a good game or just a cash grab making use of the anime style to attract players.”