SCARLET NEXUS - PlayStation 5

This game was definitely a huge surprise, not only the sword combat is great but the skills make the combat even better, definitely recommended

Went it this open minded and I’m glad I did because it blew my expectations away. If you’re in anyway interested in an anime sci-fi type game check it out!

I really like this game a lot. The gameplay is fun and engaging and doesn't get old. The music gives off persona 5 vibes which is awesome since that game also is very good. The story is interesting and I'm excited to see where it goes. From a gameplay viewpoint: You use teleknesis to throw objects around at different enemies and you can also use your teammates powers to enhance your own. This keeps the combat engaging as you can change which teammates powers you are using in battle. This makes it fun to test out different combos to see which combination is best suited to handle different enemies. From a story standpoint: The story is treated more like a visual novel at some points where you have a still image of the characters in a scene and then they have the conversation on top. I don't mind this and thought this was a fun way to have the story be displayed. The story (so far) is very interesting. I don't want to give anything away so, I'll keep this vague. The story starts off as not super interesting but, then once something happens (you will immediately know when this happens) it gets very intriguing as story gets really crazy and draws me back. Along with the main story, you can talk with your friends to boost their bonus to you and your team. I like this a lot as it gives you greater insight as to why people are fighting or act the way they do. It's fun to see the interactions continue throughout the game. I also want to mention the side quests. They seem so far to be more or less pointless which kinda sucks. I felt that they could've given more story behind these quests instead of "go here and kill this enemy". Also the side quests are mega tedious, usually boiling down to "defeat these enemies in this way". I think it's trying to get the player to learn different ways to defeat opponents but, it's not very fun. Overall, if you want a fun hack and slash game with cool gameplay mechanics that has also has a good story, I think you'll enjoy this game.

This game was a very pleasant surprise! I’m normally not into Japanese RPGs. The combat is amazing! I’m having so much fun playing it!

I am currently on my 2nd playthrough of scarlet nexus(with kasane this time)the game has 2 characters and each has their own story. The art style is amazing(anime with a horror influence, they call it brainpunk)the music is incredible(i can't get the them song out of my head by the oral cigarettes "dream in drive")and the gameplay is tight and action based(makes you feel light a ninja and grows with levels as you become more powerful)this is one of the best games i have played and among my top games of the year. To me it does so much right and was exactly what i hoped it would be. If i had to list negitives...enemy's repeat designs throughout the game as well as levels(but some new ones show up if you play both campagins so it is a trade off)and i played the demo on both ps5 and ps4 and on ps4 at 30fps it was choppy and didn't play smooth(ps5 is definitly the way you should play this...if you can get one?)so it to me is a 9/10 other people have trashed it but i figure they are not jrpg fans or didn't like the style etc. I have played many games and genres over the years and this game is among the best and stands on it's own(unique)