Tokyo Game Show 2016: top 4 JRPGs that took the spotlight
Tokyo Game Show 2016 is such an ideal place for fans of Japan role-playing games. Tons of news on upcoming games have been released and brought waves of excitement for gamers. Let’s together go through top 4 JRPGs in this show.
1. Tales of Berseria
Berseria is a story about a young demon-possessed woman, Velvet Crowe, who seeks revenge for the sacrifice of her brother to a dark entity. Like all Tales game, she becomes a part of ragtag band and travels with them around the world. In this show, it has been revealed that the English version footage will be added. Berseria has been out in Japan since this summer, but the game will finally launch internationally early next year for PlayStation 4 and PC.
Berseria’s Skits – short dialogues between characters – now show new avatar drawings and more vivid animations. During battles, players can move freely around the area and control the camera. Break Soul is a notable feature this time. Its allows character to launch more powerful attacks that break their combo limit. With these small changes, it is easy to understand why Tales of Berseria is a sparkling star in the role-playing genre.
2. Final Fantasy XV
Final Fantasy XV was first announced 10 years ago (as Final Fantasy Versus XIII), and we are waiting eagerly for its latest launch on November 29 worldwide. The game is set in in the fantasy world of Eos, where Noctis – heir to the throne of Lucis – gets on his father’s car and sets out with his three best friends on a journey to find his bride-to-be and a way to save his kingdom. Versatile casts of characters and the promised deep and exciting story in this version, which Square Enix is known for, are going to impress a lot of gamers. And places in this game are simulated like in our real world make things more relatable to players.
3. Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8
The game itself is a package containing two separate experiences: Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance, and a new piece of content–Kingdom Hearts 0.2: A Fragmentary Passage. The latter content features Aqua, a hero who follows her fall into darkness after attempting to rescue her friends Ventus and Terra, with the help from Mickey Mouse and some other Disney character favorites. The combat and new locomotion mechanics used in A Fragmentary Passage are the selling points in this version of this game.
4. Persona 5
Persona 5 was released in Japan recently and will be available worldwide in February next year. It follows a group of high school students who dedicate themselves to stealing the hearts of the wicked and corrupt. Together they fight for a better world using the power of Personas. With more added skills to character such as sporting multiple weapons and wielding ability, the game is now more interesting than ever. Also the stunning arts and designs make the game worth trying.
Tokyo Game Show 2016: in top 4 JRPGs, which one is your favorite?
If you have never tried any role-playing games, the top 4 JRPGs above are really worth playing. Just try one and tell us your feeling. And, don’t forget to follow our page for further interesting news.