Summary
- Release Year: 2014
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy, Tactical, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
- Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
- Developers: Webfoot Technologies
- Publishers: Activision
The Legend of Korra: A New Era Begins (2014)
Introduction
The Legend of Korra: A New Era Begins is a turn-based strategy game developed by PlatinumGames and published by Activision. It was released on October 21, 2014, for PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, and Xbox One. The game is based on the animated television series The Legend of Korra, and follows Avatar Korra and her friends as they attempt to stop an ancient evil from destroying the world.
Gameplay
The Legend of Korra: A New Era Begins is a turn-based strategy game in which the player controls a team of three characters. Each character has their own unique abilities and strengths, and the player must use them strategically to defeat their opponents. The game features a variety of different missions, including battles against other characters, puzzle-solving, and stealth missions.
The game’s combat system is based on the bending abilities of the characters. Each character can bend one or more of the four elements: air, water, earth, and fire. The player can use these bending abilities to attack enemies, defend themselves, and solve puzzles. The game also features a variety of different special abilities that can be used to turn the tide of battle.
Characters
The Legend of Korra: A New Era Begins features a cast of characters from the animated television series. The player can control Korra, Mako, Bolin, and Asami Sato. Each character has their own unique abilities and strengths, and the player must use them strategically to defeat their opponents.
- Korra is the Avatar, and she can bend all four elements. She is a powerful fighter and a skilled strategist.
- Mako is a firebender and a skilled fighter. He is also a skilled detective and a loyal friend.
- Bolin is an earthbender and a skilled fighter. He is also a talented actor and a funny friend.
- Asami Sato is a non-bender and a skilled engineer. She is also a skilled driver and a loyal friend.
Story
The Legend of Korra: A New Era Begins takes place after the events of the animated television series. Korra and her friends are training to become the next generation of Avatar, when they are attacked by an ancient evil. The evil is known as the Dark Avatar, and it is determined to destroy the world.
Korra and her friends must travel the world to find a way to defeat the Dark Avatar. Along the way, they will meet new allies and face new challenges. But they must never give up hope, for the fate of the world depends on them.
Reception
The Legend of Korra: A New Era Begins received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s combat system and its faithful adaptation of the animated television series. Others criticized the game’s repetitive missions and its lack of innovation.
Despite the mixed reviews, The Legend of Korra: A New Era Begins was a commercial success. The game sold over 1 million copies worldwide, and it was nominated for several awards.
Conclusion
The Legend of Korra: A New Era Begins is a fun and challenging turn-based strategy game that fans of the animated television series will love. The game features a variety of different missions, a deep combat system, and a cast of memorable characters. If you are a fan of The Legend of Korra, or if you are looking for a new turn-based strategy game to play, then I highly recommend The Legend of Korra: A New Era Begins.
Score
7.5/10
Review Score
7.5/10
