The Legend of Legacy HD Remastered

Pro

• Beautiful HD visuals that enhance the art and character designs
• Engaging music composed by Masashi Hamauzu
• Strategic combat system with unique mechanics like the elemental system

Con

• Lack of a compelling narrative to drive the experience
• Gameplay can become repetitive over time
• Learning curve may be steep for newcomers to the genre

Review

The Legend of Legacy HD Remastered reignites the enchantment of the original game with stunning HD visuals and a nostalgic auditory experience thanks to Masashi Hamauzu's composition. The core of the game is its strategic combat system that intrigues with its complexity and unique elements such as the randomized progression, providing depth to the gameplay. However, the game falls short of weaving a captivating narrative which can leave players unsatisfied in terms of a driving storyline. Despite its promising aspects, The Legend of Legacy may find its audience tapering due to repetitive gameplay and a learning curve that might discourage beginners to this style of JRPG. For fans of the genre or the original, this Remastered version on the Nintendo Switch offers both a trip down memory lane and a graphic upgrade that breathes new life into Avalon's expansive dungeons.

Background information

Opinions are mixed among outlets concerning The Legend of Legacy HD Remastered. While praised for its improved visuals and sound, critiques often point to the early frustration and repetitive nature encountered in the game. TouchArcade emphasizes the game's appeal for RPG enthusiasts who are content with a 'grinding-as-lotto' approach. Digitally Downloaded and Shacknews both highlight the game's nostalgia factor and stronger presentation on the Switch. However, reviewers across the board, including those from Siliconera, Nintendo Life, Pure Nintendo, and God is a Geek, tend to circle back to issues in the core gameplay and story elements that make this remake less recommendable for general audiences, despite its appeal to niche JRPG fans.

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