Disgaea 1 Complete - Nintendo Switch

My first Disgea game was actually Disgea 2 on the PS2 years and years ago, and part of the reason I invested in a Nintendo Switch was because I saw all of the Disgea titles were available there. If you're already familiar with the game series, BUY THIS. If you're not familiar with the series, BUY THIS. Though I know other games have similar play styles, I feel that nothing really compares to the experience you get with Disgea. For someone that has played before, the graphics are better in the Switch remake and I love how smooth the game is. Great characters, and if you like grinding away at a game for hours and hours, this is for you. The possibilities are virtually endless.

My first exposure to Disgea was Disgea 5 complete on Switch which is also great(I rate it higher). I'm no Disgea expert and I've barely leveled my characters in 5, but I liked it so much that when I heard they were releasing Disgea 1 I knew it was a day one purchase for me. Now playing 1 a bit I have to say that it is great fun but I do miss some of the game play improvements made in 5. I was hoping for a remake using the 5 engine with the newer updated graphics and quality of life improvements. It is not that. From what I can tell and read about it is mostly just a graphics update. Don't get me wrong I still recommend it but I suggest if you are new to Disgea, play it first before 5 as it feels clunkier in its systems. For those new to the game it is a Tactical RPG where you control a group of units that fight turn based on a grid system. It allows crazy unit levels and progression with very deep systems that you don't actually really have to figure out if you don 't want to. It even has a character that flat out tells you you don't have to know the systems to beat the game. The almost infinite leveling and fun storyline and characters make for a good time.

I hadn't played the original Disgaea since it game out on PS2 in 2002 or so! Graphically this looks SOOOO much better and is the definitive way to play some very funny SRPG gaming at home or on the go.

The leap backwards from ‘5’ to ‘1’ implies a significant downgrade and should temper your expectations to an extent; be under no illusions, this is very much the original PS2 game in widescreen with high-def art and extra content from earlier ports (it previously appeared on Sony PSP and Nintendo DS, plus a PC version released in 2016). In many ways, a fresh lick of paint is all that’s needed – the base game remains a winner and its idiosyncratic spirit still feels fresh.

My favorite tactics game of all time. This is the best version and it still holds up as a classic with flawless gameplay and an amazing story. If you like tactics games, this is a must have, trust me!

What's not to love about the Disgaea series. This is probably the fourth or fifth time I've purchased this game for different consoles and pc with zerp regrets! If you love irreverent humor and turn based tactics games, this series is for you!

I loved Disgaea on the PS2. But honestly, it really lends itself to a portable system - so getting it for the Switch is a natural fit. The game looks, sounds, and plays beautifully. Super happy with this one!

Fun, exciting, strategy game, with lots of colorful and interesting characters. I highly recommend it for people of all ages.