Vestaria Saga II: The Sacred Sword of Silvanister

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Vestaria Saga II: The Sacred Sword of Silvanister is a single player tactical role playing game with fantasy and anime themes. It was developed by Vestaria Project and was released on July 27, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

Vestaria Saga II continues the adventures of Zade, bringing the tales of him and his companions to a thrilling, satisfying end. They will encounter allies both new and old while uncovering more mysteries behind the vile Margulites and their plan to plunge Vestaria into a new age of darkness.

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90%

Audience ScoreBased on 73 reviews

story17 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

Vestaria Saga II features excellent level design and unique characters, making each chapter engaging and enjoyable.
The game improves upon its predecessor with quality of life features, such as the ability to save at any time, reducing frustration during challenging maps.
The story is well-written and compelling, with a mix of returning and new characters that enhance the overall experience.

A significant bug prevents players from completing the game, as it crashes when attempting to trade items to empty inventory slots.
The visual presentation is mediocre, with choppy battle animations and a low resolution that detracts from the overall experience.
The game suffers from convoluted mechanics and a lack of clear explanations, making it difficult for players to navigate certain aspects without external help.

story
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of Vestaria Saga II is praised for its depth, engaging characters, and intricate world-building, drawing comparisons to classic titles like Fire Emblem. While many appreciate the well-developed backstories and the strategic narrative mechanics, some find the exposition-heavy dialogue and complexity overwhelming. Overall, the game offers a compelling narrative experience, though it may not suit those seeking a lighter story.
- “The story is still top notch and the game throws some loops out there for sure.”
- “Amazing story and writing.”
- “The best thing still the story so far.”
- “The main plot is also fairly average and basic.”
- “Exposition dumps can happen and I feel that between battles there shouldn't have more than a couple of minutes of story exposition; a couple of parts I just skipped because it was covering bits from too many characters and I just didn't care about them.”
- “Vestaria Saga II's elaborate story is at odds with its devastating difficulty, which is great if you're up for it, but many won't enjoy so much forced repetition.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a mixed bag, praised for its engaging mechanics and strategic depth, but criticized for its punishing difficulty and questionable design choices, such as ambush reinforcements and unclear movement rules. Players appreciate the ability to save anytime and the rotating roster of characters, which enhances storytelling, yet some feel that certain mechanics, like capturing characters, are underutilized. Overall, while the game offers solid mechanics and enjoyable maps, it can be frustrating due to its steep learning curve and lack of difficulty options.
- “Sometimes doing something that gets a character killed might both be mechanically easier and also get you their equipment to use, but might cause you to face other enemy units later, while saving them might have them giving you items or teaching you a passive skill, as well as showing up to join you or as an NPC leading other NPC characters later on in large battles.”
- “The maps are fantastic with plenty of totally unfair surprise enemies and difficult mechanics to keep you on your toes!”
- “Great gameplay, every move counts.”
- “Ambush reinforcements that attack the same turn they enter the map, RNG-based skills that can completely nullify attacks and force you to reload a save, massive maps that quickly devolve into slogs; the basic formula for doubling, as well as many other basic gameplay elements, is not explained in the game; questionable map design in terms of either being choke-point central or wide open fields between choke points; a story that, as expected of Japanese SRPGs, is only serviceable, much like the generic fantasy setting; units are arbitrarily picked for who can move past broken bridges and who can't (why can't my mage draped in cloth not make the jump, and yet my axe-wielding, burly fighters can? My limber little assassin can't make the jump either for some reason); no difficulty selection, so you can't just turn on easy mode when a level is really giving you trouble; the game's 'fullscreen' option, which has you pressing F4 after Googling for how to enable it, isn't quite right, and I feel eye strain when I play.”
- “But he just flies away and circumvents your troops, prompting a restart after 15 minutes of very jerky gameplay.”
- “The capture mechanic I was excited for but I pretty much forgot about immediately since it doesn't play a huge role.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally considered average, with a rating around 5/10, though some reviewers feel it exceeds expectations for a free title, suggesting a score closer to 7/10. While the character portraits and attack animations are praised for their quality, the overall artwork and detail are limited, and certain maps restrict character usage, impacting gameplay experience.
- “Even with the limitations of it being a freely available game in Japan and with a limited number of people working on it, the soundtrack is still very good. While the animations and artwork aren't the most detailed, the character portraits remain good, and the attack animations flowing into different attacks usually look a lot better than some of the more repetitive animations of similar titles.”
- “The graphics, when compared to other games of this age, are rather average at 5/10. However, considering that the game is technically free, this exceeds expectations, and I would rate it a 7/10 in my opinion.”
- “I don't know, because vs2 beat all of my expectations in terms of graphics, story, class balance, challenge, and fun.”
- “The graphics compared to other games of this age are rather 5/10, but considering it's technically free, this is above expectation, even 7/10 in my opinion.”
- “Graphics are limited; many maps don't allow you to use your main characters, and some maps are designed so that if you don't get the initial deployment correct, it's nearly impossible to succeed.”
- “You can look at the pictures; graphically, it’s nothing special.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with an enjoyable soundtrack that, despite some reuse from the previous installment, enhances the overall experience. While the game's visuals may not be the most detailed, the character portraits and attack animations are commendable, contributing to a cohesive and engaging atmosphere. Overall, the music stands out as a strong aspect of the game, complementing its storytelling and gameplay.
- “Even with the limitations of it being a freely available game in Japan and with a limited number of people working on it, the soundtrack is still very good. While the animations and artwork aren't the most detailed, the character portraits remain good, and the attack animations flowing into different attacks usually look a lot better than some of the more repetitive animations of similar titles.”
- “Also, the music is enjoyable, even if most of it is reused from VS1.”
- “[Integrated storytelling and gameplay, well-developed characters, heavily detailed world, earworm-filled soundtrack.]”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character development for its exceptional storyline, engaging gameplay, and unique character designs, often rating it a perfect 10/10. The depth and individuality of the characters contribute significantly to the overall experience, enhancing player immersion and emotional connection.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, with each character having a unique backstory that adds depth to the gameplay.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making each decision feel impactful and meaningful.”
- “The attention to detail in character design and their individual arcs truly enhances the overall experience.”
replayability
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Players express a strong appreciation for the game's replayability, indicating that it offers lasting enjoyment and potential for multiple playthroughs over time.
- “The game overall, I absolutely love playing and I can definitely see replayability in the long run.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps the game fresh, ensuring that no two sessions feel the same.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization allows for a balanced experience, as even less-utilized units receive early boosts to enhance their performance, particularly in the late game. This design choice ensures that all units can contribute meaningfully, thanks to unique availability mechanics.
- “Some units still definitely get that 'zero to hero' feel, but even they get something early on to bolster their performance in case you haven't been using them when the deployment limits really open up, particularly in the late game. This allows pretty much everybody to do something due to some of the game's unique availability quirks.”
- “The optimization in this game feels lacking, as many units struggle to find their place in the late game, making it hard to utilize them effectively.”
- “Despite some units having potential, the overall optimization leaves much to be desired, often resulting in a frustrating experience when trying to deploy them strategically.”
- “The game's unique availability quirks can sometimes hinder optimization, as players are left with limited options and underwhelming performance from certain units.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate that the variety of fun and useful characters available mitigates the tedium often associated with grinding, transforming potentially dull sections into enjoyable experiences.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over just to level up, which quickly becomes a chore.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted as both hilariously unbalanced and well-executed, with witty dialogue that effectively carries over from its predecessor, thanks to a strong translation.
- “This is probably one of the most hilariously unbalanced SRPGs to ever exist.”
- “The translation is done very nicely, with the witty dialogue and humor carried over from the first game.”

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Vestaria Saga II: The Sacred Sword of Silvanister
Vestaria Saga II's elaborate story is at odds with its devastating difficulty, which is great if you're up for it, but many won't enjoy so much forced repetition.
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Vestaria Saga II: The Sacred Sword of Silvanister is a tactical role playing game with fantasy and anime themes.

Vestaria Saga II: The Sacred Sword of Silvanister is available on PC and Windows.

Vestaria Saga II: The Sacred Sword of Silvanister was released on July 27, 2022.

Vestaria Saga II: The Sacred Sword of Silvanister was developed by Vestaria Project.

Vestaria Saga II: The Sacred Sword of Silvanister has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Vestaria Saga II: The Sacred Sword of Silvanister is a single player game.

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