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The Legend of Heroes: Ao no Kiseki KAI (2022)

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Developer
Nihon Falcom
Publisher
Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Platforms
Windows
Genres
RPG
Rating
4.7 of 5, 485 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 60 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A detailed, story-driven JRPG with a deliberate pace, enhanced by smooth 60 fps visuals and optional skip modes for faster progression.

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What players say

Players praise the story's explosive second half and the peak moments like Chapter 4 and the independence declaration, but many feel the final chapter is a letdown with weak villain redemption and a rushed ending that deflates the political tension. The game is regarded as Falcom's best work by some, though high-difficulty boss fights and an overly formulaic final gauntlet receive criticism.

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