is the game worth it for 33 dollars?

[Anzuni]

i know the translation isn't the best but with the price it seems ok

[Wolfman-RIP]

Definetly yes. The games great.

Ignore the comments about translation as its just the usual suspects making a mountain out of a mole hill, the translations no better or worse than other JRPG's.

[Roundabout]

It was worth it at full price.

[MysteryK]

No, as someone that owns the deluxe version on GOG. That version(deluxe) should cost 40$ at max no more than that.

[ArtificialQT]

The translation takes extreme liberties with characterization and is frequently compared to Fire Emblem Fates or Breath of Fire 2. And that's not including the genuine errors in the texts.

If you care about getting a decent translation, this game isn't for you, unless you're willing to use mods to fix it. There are multiple such modding projects currently in varying stages of development, but they range from simple individual fixes to partial retranslations from scratch which will take a while to be completed.

If you don't mind the translation, then the game is a decent JRPG that harkens back to some of the more difficult classics, where item inventories are limited and magic is expensive.

Its not as dark as Suikoden 2, and is frequently said to be closer to Suikoden 1 in tone, even in JP.

[Obi WanX Konami]

I'd say its worth it. It's one of the best call backs to RPG's from the 90's.

As others have said ignore the translation drama, it was entirely stirred up by youtube grifters for clicks on their videos.

I'd ignore the opinions on the steam forums and look at the reviews.

[D. Seitaro]

I would suggest waiting for at least a 50% discount, ~75% if you're interested in the Deluxe Edition. The game does have it fair share of issues, including the bad localisation as you've noticed, so at this point there's no real reason in buying the game at full price.

[The_Box]

I took it to 100% because I wanted to experience the whole thing. I'd say I absolutely got my money's worth, and the complaints about the localisation are WAY overblown, primarily by people who don't understand the purpose of localisation. It's not the best script ever, but it's perfectly fine.

[Jouchebag]

Took me like 110 hours, I didn't 100% but I did get all characters. And generally you can shave off 10-15% of my game time because I regularly walk off and let the game run.

There's also a good bit of minigame fluff in there, if I'm keeping it honest. Probably another 7-10 hours of playing a card battle game (that I actually kind of liked), doing the mostly brain dead cooking game (while listening to a podcast), and the dopey Beyblade minigame (while listening to ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ SLAYER)

[Chief Spreading Bull]

Unequivocal yes. Getting 100% can be tedious and there are definitely some regressive design choices but just based on completing the core game alone, its well worth it.

[Bikanel desert]

Yes, very good rpg... Just finished on PlayStation

Ignore translation warriors........

[⭐️Good⭐️Game⭐]

This game is a very good RPG and it's totally worth it. The translation is nothing to worry about. Only weak mentality people are trigger by it. Have fun

[biodegradable]

Notice the tone of people in this thread informing you about the translation issues and telling you to make your own decision.

Versus the people urging you to just buy the game and blanket insulting others bringing up localization issues that you as a customer have a right to be informed about. Then the decision will become clear.

[⭐️Good⭐️Game⭐]

Originally posted by interior crocodile alligator:

Notice the tone of people in this thread informing you about the translation issues and telling you to make your own decision.

Versus the people urging you to just buy the game and blanket insulting others bringing up localization issues that you as a customer have a right to be informed about. Then the decision will become clear.

You don't even owned a copy the game. Just here to created unnecessary drama. Please go away.

[biodegradable]

No. If the conversation is making you uncomfortable, that's a good thing and perhaps time for introspection for once instead of hiding.

[Lev]

It depends on how much you value $33. It's a pretty average JRPG with a bland story that no "retranslation" is going to fix. Just like it won't rebalance the combat so more characters feel good to use, or make beigoma an enjoyable mini-game. The current localization is absolutely fine for getting what enjoyment you can out of the game. It's by no means a gem that needs saving from an evil cabal of nefarious translators. It's just average, through and through. Whether that's worth $33 is up to you.