Underplayed Gems

The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak (2023)

The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak cover
Developer
Nihon Falcom, PH3 GmbH
Publisher
NIS America, Inc.
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, RPG
Rating
4.6 of 5, 1,231 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 81 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A sprawling, story-driven JRPG that blends fast field battles with tactical turn-based combat amid a vibrant yet politically charged fantasy world.

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What players say

Players say this entry is typical for the series with a slow start that picks up around chapter four. The battle system is less favored than Cold Steel's but the characters are more mature and interesting. However, reviews are split on whether the story is great or bad, and there are many joke or non-substantive reviews.

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