Summary
- Release Year: 2014
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation Vita
- Developers: Compile Heart
- Publishers: Idea Factory, NIS America
Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation – A Triumphant Remake
Introduction
Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation is an enhanced remake of the PlayStation 3 game Hyperdimension Neptunia mk2, developed by Felistella and released for the PlayStation Vita in 2014. The game features a new selection of playable characters, a reworked battle system, and a “remake system” that unlocks special modifications to the gameplay.
Story
The story of Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2 takes place in the fictional world of Gamindustri, which is divided into four regions: Planeptune, Lastation, Lowee, and Leanbox. Each region is ruled by a goddess who represents a different video game console: Neptune (PlayStation), Noire (Xbox), Blanc (Wii), and Vert (Dreamcast).
The story begins when the goddesses are attacked by a mysterious force known as the Arfoire Syndicate. The goddesses are defeated and their nations are conquered. Neptune and her friends must now band together to defeat the Arfoire Syndicate and restore peace to Gamindustri.
Gameplay
Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2 is a role-playing game with a turn-based battle system. Players control a party of up to four characters and can choose from a variety of attacks, spells, and abilities. The game also features a “remake system” that allows players to unlock special modifications to the gameplay, such as increased experience gain or new items.
Characters
- Neptune – The goddess of Planeptune and the main protagonist of the game. She is a cheerful and optimistic girl who loves to play video games.
- Noire – The goddess of Lastation. She is a serious and stoic girl who is always looking for a fight.
- Blanc – The goddess of Lowee. She is a shy and introverted girl who loves to read books.
- Vert – The goddess of Leanbox. She is a confident and outgoing girl who loves to sing and dance.
- Nepgear – Neptune’s younger sister and a playable character in the game. She is a kind and caring girl who looks up to her姐姐.
- Uni – Noire’s younger sister and a playable character in the game. She is a timid and shy girl who is often bullied by her姐姐.
- Rom – Blanc’s younger sister and a playable character in the game. She is a tsundere who is often embarrassed by her姐姐’s behavior.
- Ram – Vert’s younger sister and a playable character in the game. She is a cheerful and energetic girl who loves to play sports.
Reception
Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2 was met with positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its improved graphics, reworked battle system, and new characters. Many critics also noted that the game was a faithful remake of the original mk2 game, while still offering enough new content to make it worth playing for both new and returning fans.
Conclusion
Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation is a triumphant remake that improves upon the original game in every way. With its stunning visuals, reworked battle system, and new characters, Re;Birth2 is a must-play for fans of the Hyperdimension Neptunia series and JRPGs in general.
Review Score
8.5/10
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