Tokyo Ghoul:re Call to Exist

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"Tokyo Ghoul:re Call to Exist" is a survival action game set in the Tokyo Ghoul universe, where players can choose to be a Ghoul or an Investigator. Each side has unique abilities and weapons, such as Kagune for Ghouls and Quinque for Investigators, for battling opponents. The game features both online multiplayer battles and co-op survival modes.

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60%

Audience ScoreBased on 592 reviews

story19 positive mentions

gameplay29 negative mentions

Fans of Tokyo Ghoul will appreciate the representation of characters and abilities from the series.
The combat system can be fun and engaging, especially when playing with friends.
The game offers a decent amount of playable characters and customization options.

The graphics and overall presentation feel outdated, reminiscent of PS2-era games.
The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with limited moves and clunky controls.
The story is poorly executed, relying on static images from the anime instead of animated cutscenes.

story
159 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
79%
9%
The story in "Tokyo Ghoul: re Call to Exist" has received significant criticism for its presentation and execution, primarily relying on static images from the anime with minimal narration, which many players found lazy and unengaging. Key plot points and character arcs are often skipped or poorly summarized, leaving newcomers confused and fans disappointed by the lack of depth and coherence. While the game features familiar characters and attempts to follow the anime's storyline, it ultimately feels rushed and incomplete, making it less appealing for those seeking a rich narrative experience.
- “Players can immerse themselves in storylines that intersect with the events of the original series, making the game especially engaging for fans.”
- “The story captures the essence of Tokyo Ghoul and its characters, providing a nostalgic experience for fans of the series.”
- “Highly recommend to anyone who has watched or read the series prior, as I can see people getting lost on the story plot as it kinda skips some important scenes.”
- “The story is skipped even more than what was skipped in the anime, with some characters noticeably not even appearing and entire scenes being entirely skipped or mentioned only in a dialogue box in the story recap section.”
- “Massive chunks of the story are thrown out the window, skipping key vital parts of the anime and character arcs, making the player who hasn't seen the series perplexed and disconcerted about what's even happening within the story.”
- “The gameplay is clunky as hell, the story is told in still images, and once again leaves out a lot of details, leaving those who got this game with very little to go on.”
gameplay
107 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
48%
27%
The gameplay of the game has received largely negative feedback, with many users describing it as clunky, repetitive, and reminiscent of outdated PS2 mechanics. While some players find enjoyment in the combat and character abilities, the overall experience is marred by poor controls, limited move sets, and a lack of depth, leading to a consensus that it is not worth its full price. Fans of the Tokyo Ghoul franchise may find some value, but many recommend waiting for a sale due to the game's numerous shortcomings.
- “Fans of Tokyo Ghoul and action-packed gameplay will likely find it enjoyable.”
- “The gameplay is a lot of fun, even if it's just the same animations 3000 times per mission on campaign.”
- “The combat system is fun, it has a properly functioning lock-on system, a camera that doesn't mess up your gameplay, a properly functioning dodging mechanic, flashy effects, and even occasionally intense boss fights.”
- “The gameplay isn't any better - if you've read or watched Tokyo Ghoul, you'd know that ghouls are fast, fluid, and skilled at using their kagune, but in this game, every character controls stiffly, their kagune is limited to one or two moves that can't be used in combination, and it's very easy to get stunlocked for a significant period of time.”
- “I got it recently on special at $10, yet after playing almost an hour, I find the gameplay very clunky, boring, repetitive, and just overall not fun.”
- “The controls are clunky and confusing, mechanics are frustratingly difficult to get used to, the game's models are touched up from a mobile gacha game (which was shut down to make this game) called :re birth / :re invoke, and the game is extremely poorly optimized.”
graphics
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
55%
17%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that they resemble those of older consoles like the PS2 or even the PSP, leading to perceptions of outdated visuals. While some appreciate the stylish design that aligns with the original manga and anime, others criticize the graphics as unpolished and lacking detail, often describing them as a product of budget constraints. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics may not be groundbreaking, they can be enjoyable for fans of the franchise if expectations are managed.
- “The game features stylish graphics that maintain the atmosphere and aesthetics of the original manga and anime.”
- “The graphics are really good for an anime game.”
- “The graphics in the game aren’t anything too spectacular, but the animations are well done, which benefited the action gameplay loop.”
- “Just an IP rinse sadly, PS2 graphics, not very fun gameplay.”
- “Graphics look like an early PS3 / late PS2 game.”
- “The graphics of the whole game are easy and simple, but I don't like it at all; while playing, I felt like I was back to 2007, when I played on the PS2 console.”
grinding
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
93%
Reviews highlight that the grinding aspect of the game is both a major focus and a source of frustration. While some players enjoy the extensive material farming and the challenge it presents, many find the experience tedious and lifeless, with limited customization options and a campaign mode that feels dragged out. Overall, the grinding can lead to hours of gameplay, but it may not be rewarding enough for all players.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “I will say that the presentation of the characters and especially some of the kagune is rather pretty, but beyond flashy colors and a lifeless, grindy experience that only tries to act like a major anime game, this is seriously not worth your time.”
- “Most of the time spent on the game will be grinding campaign mode to unlock the meager handful of weapons, costumes, and characters available, which you'll be limited to using in that same campaign mode due to online being dead.”
- “First level of campaign felt dragged out and tedious.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
39%
23%
The music in the game is generally described as serviceable but unremarkable, with many reviewers noting its repetitive nature and lack of memorable tracks. While some appreciate the atmospheric elements and a few standout pieces, the absence of music from the original anime is a significant disappointment for fans. Overall, the soundtrack does its job in the background but fails to elevate the gaming experience.
- “The soundtrack has some cool atmospheric music, and it's enjoyable to play as all the different characters and use their unique abilities.”
- “Music: 2nd greatest thing here; thank you Tokyo Ghoul.”
- “The presentation is great, especially the music and voices, which enhance the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is serviceable, nothing too bad and nothing memorable either, just something to have playing in the background.”
- “The soundtrack is decent, but repetitive.”
- “There was not even a soundtrack from the anime, like 'Unrival' (by the way, the soundtrack really sucks in this game).”
optimization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
11%
56%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including low frame rates and clunky controls. While some users appreciate the game's visual effects and find it well-optimized, the overall sentiment leans towards disappointment due to its poor performance and repetitive gameplay, suggesting a lack of polish and effort in its development.
- “The game is also very well optimized, which is fantastic because a lot of anime games seem to struggle with optimization very frequently.”
- “Large variety of characters and good optimization with nice effects makes me love this game.”
- “Optimization is so good that I don't even notice any drops in FPS, even on my laptop with a 3050 Ti.”
- “The controls are clunky and confusing, mechanics are frustratingly difficult to get used to, the game's models are touched up from a mobile gacha game (which was shut down to make this game) called :re birth / :re invoke, and the game is extremely poorly optimized.”
- “It's unfortunate that this game just feels lazy with these screenshots from the anime for the cutscenes when they could just easily use the scenes from the show. The atmosphere from the anime is kind of missed for me, the gameplay is getting kind of boring and repetitive for me, and not worth the price with the game being poorly optimized.”
- “Man, this ain't it. The game is unoptimized as hell and gameplay is repetitive.”
monetization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab by Bandai Namco, with many users feeling that the $75 AUD price tag is unjustified given the mediocre gameplay, lack of depth, and overall poor execution. Fans of the Tokyo Ghoul franchise express disappointment, stating that the game fails to deliver on expectations and feels like a rushed product capitalizing on the popularity of the series. Overall, the sentiment is that the game lacks value and effort, leading to a negative perception of its monetization strategy.
- “Charging $75 AUD for this seems like such a cash grab on top of the mediocre gameplay, cut scenes, and overall length of the game.”
- “Very sluggish, low effort, uninspired cash grab based off of a good anime series. I loved the series, but even that wasn't enough to save this game for me. The game doesn't really require that much skill to play, and you're just spamming the same few moves over and over again until the enemies are dead. The combat in this game really doesn't have any depth for something you're going to be doing for the majority of the game.”
- “I expected way better than this, but oh well... must have been an amazing cash grab by Bandai since we wanted a Tokyo Ghoul game for a long time.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by stylish graphics that reflect the original manga and anime aesthetics, complemented by atmospheric music. However, some players feel it lacks variety and fails to capture the rich atmosphere of the source material, resulting in an empty experience.
- “The game features stylish graphics that maintain the atmosphere and aesthetics of the original manga and anime.”
- “It has some cool atmospheric music (just that one track really, but whatever) and it's cool to play as all the different characters, use their different abilities, dress up your OC and whatnot in different modes.”
- “Extremely empty feeling, lacking in variety and the atmosphere from the anime was completely missed.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for its quirky references, particularly for fans who will appreciate inside jokes, such as the absurdity of characters eating themselves instead of capitalizing on their potential. However, the overall comedic impact is diminished by the lack of engaging dialogue and repetitive missions, leading to a sense of disappointment in the execution of humor.
- “Also a funny little note that if you're a major fan, you'll recognize examples in the game, like 'your touka's only brother.'”
- “The hilarious thing is, they only end up eating themselves because they could have been making killer bank on this game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is criticized for buggy unlockables and controls, leading to a frustrating experience. Users report issues with the AI and overall gameplay mechanics, contributing to a lackluster and unstable gaming experience.
- “Some unlockables are kind of buggy, so you have to do things very often to get them.”
- “Short campaign, buggy controls, boring fighting mechanics, atrocious voice acting, multiplayer is completely dead.”
- “AI: decent, but buggy.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that the game evokes strong emotions, with intense boss battles heightening the overall emotional experience. However, some users also mention feeling overwhelmed, suggesting that the emotional weight can be both impactful and exhausting.
- “Makes the boss battles feel more intense and the emotional parts more impactful.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The game's replayability is mixed; while some players find value in farming materials, others criticize the limited story engagement and AI issues that detract from the experience. Many express a desire for a more comprehensive narrative and improved multiplayer features, suggesting that the current offering may not encourage repeated playthroughs for those seeking a deeper story experience. Overall, it seems that while there are elements that could enhance replayability, significant improvements are needed for a more fulfilling revisit.
- “Replayability: 4/5 (and this isn't about the story mode, it's for the materials farming.)”
- “This game is pretty cool but I wish there were more Tokyo Ghoul characters to play, and more options for custom kagune selection and color changes.”
- “No, definitely not. Even though the story is almost on point, most of it is just skipped, and some of the 'key parts' are playable. The combat feels solid but also limited in some ways. I would say this is an okay game, but I don't recommend it if you want to revisit the story in its full glory. Honestly, the game should be remade with all of its story; don't skip the first part of the whole series.”
- “I wish there were more Tokyo Ghoul characters available to play, and I wish there was more customization for the kagune selection in character creation, including color changes for the kagunes.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development in the game allows players to enhance their characters by unlocking new abilities and improving their stats, providing a sense of progression and customization.
- “Character development allows players to enhance their characters by unlocking new abilities and strengthening their stats.”
- “The depth of character development in this game is impressive, offering a variety of ways to customize and grow your character.”
- “I love how character development is not just about stats; it also involves meaningful choices that affect the story and relationships.”

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