Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse
- February 10, 2016
- Atlus
This is the pinnacle of the franchise in almost every way and a worthy successor to Shin Megami Tensei with fantastic combat, exploration, and story.
Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse follows a Hunter cadet who, after being killed by a demon, is resurrected by the god Dagda and must maintain a delicate balance between peace and anarchy in post-apocalyptic Tokyo. The protagonist's fealty to Dagda is questioned as they navigate a dangerous path, leaving players to wonder if Dagda is merely an opportunistic lesser god or part of a grander scheme. The game offers a compelling narrative filled with moral dilemmas and supernatural elements.
Reviews
- story7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Critic Reviews
Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse Review - Deicide Ahoy
Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse is one of the absolute best JRPGS for the Nintendo 3DS this year. It improves upon SMT4's systems in definitive ways while addressing many of the nagging issues that served to hold its predecessor back.
85%Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse
Weird And Wonderful
85%It’s not the end of the world — Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse Review
Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse is a hell of a mess. At moments, the complex and fun combat and progression systems break through the game’s ick presentation and sexist character designs, but what little fun exists gradually fades before you’re even halfway through the campaign. If you’re a fan of the series, there’s plenty to love here, but Apocalypse is unforgiving for any new players.
70%
