Summary
- Release Year: 2012
- Genres: Adventure, Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy
- Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3
- Developers: Compile Heart
- Publishers: Compile Heart, Ghostlight Ltd., NIS America
Mugen Souls (2012): A Quirky and Charming RPG with a Unique Combat System
Mugen Souls is a Japanese role-playing game developed by Compile Heart and published by NIS America. It was released for the PlayStation 3 in 2012 and for the PlayStation Vita in 2013. The game follows the story of Chou-Chou, a young girl who sets out to conquer the universe by subjugating the seven worlds it comprises.
Gameplay
Mugen Souls is an RPG with a unique combat system that combines turn-based and open-field elements. Players control a party of up to three characters and explore the game world, fighting enemies in random encounters. Battles take place on a grid-based map, and players can move their characters around the map to position them for attacks.
Each character has a variety of attacks and abilities that they can use in battle. Attacks can be physical or magical, and each type of attack has its own strengths and weaknesses. Characters can also use abilities to buff themselves or their allies, or to debuff their enemies.
In addition to the main story, Mugen Souls also features a number of side quests and mini-games. Side quests can be completed to earn rewards, such as new items or equipment. Mini-games can be played to earn points that can be used to purchase items or abilities.
Characters
The main protagonist of Mugen Souls is Chou-Chou, a young girl who sets out to conquer the universe. Chou-Chou is a powerful fighter, but she is also naive and impulsive. She is joined on her journey by a cast of colorful characters, including:
- Ryuto: A young man who is Chou-Chou’s childhood friend. Ryuto is a skilled swordsman, and he is fiercely loyal to Chou-Chou.
- Altis: A young woman who is a member of the Seven Sages. Altis is a powerful mage, and she is also very intelligent.
- Fenrir: A young man who is a member of the Seven Sages. Fenrir is a skilled archer, and he is also very agile.
- Kurtis: A young man who is a member of the Seven Sages. Kurtis is a powerful fighter, and he is also very charismatic.
Story
The story of Mugen Souls begins when Chou-Chou decides to conquer the universe. She believes that the planets look pretty, and she wants to add them to her collection. Chou-Chou is joined on her journey by Ryuto, Altis, Fenrir, and Kurtis.
As Chou-Chou and her companions travel the universe, they encounter a variety of challenges. They must fight off敌对势力, solve puzzles, and overcome obstacles. Along the way, they also learn more about themselves and the universe they live in.
Reception
Mugen Souls received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s unique combat system and charming characters, while others criticized its repetitive gameplay and questionable content. Despite the mixed reviews, the game was a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies worldwide.
Legacy
Mugen Souls has spawned a number of sequels and spin-offs. The first sequel, Mugen Souls Z, was released in 2013. Mugen Souls Z is a prequel to the original game, and it follows the story of Chou-Chou’s mother, Syrma.
In 2015, a spin-off game titled Mugen Souls: The Seven World Eaters was released. Mugen Souls: The Seven World Eaters is a strategy RPG that features a new cast of characters and a new story.
Conclusion
Mugen Souls is a quirky and charming RPG with a unique combat system and a cast of memorable characters. Despite some repetitive gameplay and questionable content, the game is a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.
Review Score
7.5/10
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