Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim (2015)

Developer: Nihon Falcom
Publisher: XSEED Games, Marvelous USA, Inc.
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, RPG
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 1,518 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 16 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a fast-paced and challenging action RPG with classic JRPG exploration and a standout soundtrack that drives the sense of adventure.

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What players say

Players split on Ys VI: it has the series' music and exploration, but many find it the weakest entry, calling the story thin and the dash jump frustrating. Combat is simple and the game is grindy, while the final boss is widely disliked.

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