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2007

You lead a party across grid-based battles against witches returning after a thousand years of peace. Kaito Shibano's character designs and Yasunori Mitsuda's music make this portable tactical RPG stand out.

  • Turn-based combat
  • A party of several characters
  • Companions and relationships
  • Tactical depth
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Utawarerumono: Prelude to the Fallen

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2018PCPlayStationNintendo SwitchSteam Deck verified93 % positive49.99 €

Brings what grabs you about Luminous Arc: turn-based combat, companions you grow fond of and a party of several characters.

You play a memoryless man raised by a kindhearted beastfolk tribe who becomes their defender against invaders. Visual novel storytelling alternates with turn-based tactical battles in the remastered 3D battle sections.

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