Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy, Tactical
- Platforms: PlayStation Portable
- Developers: Felistella
- Publishers: Banpresto, Gaijinworks
Summon Night 5: A Comprehensive Review
Introduction
Summon Night 5 is a tactical role-playing game developed by Felistella and published by Bandai Namco Games. It was released in Japan on March 14, 2013, and in North America and Europe on October 15, 2013. The game is the fifth installment in the Summon Night series, and the first to be released on the PlayStation 3.
Gameplay
Summon Night 5 is a turn-based tactical role-playing game. The player controls a party of up to three characters, and moves them around a grid-based map. The player can attack enemies with a variety of weapons and spells, and can also summon creatures to aid them in battle.
The game features a unique “Cross” system, which allows the player to pair up two characters to form a more powerful unit. Cross units have access to special abilities and attacks, and can also share experience and items.
Story
Summon Night 5 is set in the world of Lyndbaum, a continent that is home to a variety of cultures and races. The story follows a group of young adventurers who are drawn into a conflict between the forces of good and evil.
The player can choose to play as either a male or female protagonist, and can also choose from four different “Cross” partners. The choices the player makes will affect the story progression, and will lead to one of eight different endings.
Characters
The main characters of Summon Night 5 are:
- Ray – A young man who is the protagonist of the story. He is a skilled swordsman and has a strong sense of justice.
- Aisha – A young woman who is the heroine of the story. She is a powerful sorceress and has a kind heart.
- Falco – A young man who is Ray’s best friend. He is a skilled archer and has a cheerful personality.
- Lyra – A young woman who is Aisha’s best friend. She is a skilled healer and has a gentle nature.
Setting
Summon Night 5 is set in the world of Lyndbaum, a continent that is home to a variety of cultures and races. The game’s world is divided into four regions:
- The Kingdom of Grandcy – A powerful kingdom that is ruled by King Darius.
- The Republic of Elm – A prosperous republic that is ruled by President Elwin.
- The Holy Kingdom of Aelia – A religious kingdom that is ruled by Pope Aelia.
- The Dark Lands – A mysterious and dangerous land that is home to the forces of evil.
Graphics and Sound
Summon Night 5 features beautiful 3D graphics. The game’s world is lush and detailed, and the character models are expressive and well-animated. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, and features a mix of orchestral and electronic music.
Reception
Summon Night 5 received generally positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its engaging story, fun combat system, and beautiful graphics. However, some critics found the game to be too linear and repetitive.
Overall
Summon Night 5 is a solid tactical role-playing game with a compelling story, fun combat system, and beautiful graphics. The game’s unique “Cross” system adds a lot of replayability, and the multiple endings ensure that players will have a different experience each time they play.
Score: 8/10
Review Score
8/10
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