
70
MONSTER
Born into a one-million-year prison sentence, you must survive deadly missions to earn any hope of freedom. Die in prison or live on the battlefield. The choice is yours.
Game analysis
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Story and Narrative
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74
Freedom Wars Remastered’s narrative dazzles with dystopian themes and social critique but falters due to clichés, pacing issues, and shallow execution, making it a double-edged sword of promise and frustration.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
74
Positive Reviews (80-100)
40%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
50%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
10%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
Freedom Wars Remastered’s narrative dazzles with dystopian themes and social critique but falters due to clichés, pacing issues, and shallow execution, making it a double-edged sword of promise and frustration.
Gameplay Mechanics
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79
Freedom Wars Remastered nails addictive combat and vertical mechanics, but repetitive enemies, clunky controls, and a steep learning curve drag down its nostalgic appeal, leaving it stuck in its own roots despite co-op charm and customization.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
79
Positive Reviews (80-100)
55%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
40%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
5%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Freedom Wars Remastered nails addictive combat and vertical mechanics, but repetitive enemies, clunky controls, and a steep learning curve drag down its nostalgic appeal, leaving it stuck in its own roots despite co-op charm and customization.
Graphics and Visual Design
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72
Freedom Wars’ remaster nails 4K/60fps polish and anime charm, but clunky animations, dated textures, and repetitive design on Switch reveal its age—a solid update for fans, not a visual revolution.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
72
Positive Reviews (80-100)
25%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
75%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
Freedom Wars’ remaster nails 4K/60fps polish and anime charm, but clunky animations, dated textures, and repetitive design on Switch reveal its age—a solid update for fans, not a visual revolution.
Music and Sound Design
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66
Freedom Wars Remastered’s audio is a mixed bag—praised for atmospheric dark-synth soundscapes, accessible English voices, and eerie character quirks, but dragged down by forgettable music, jarring voice acting, and technical flaws. While it modernizes the original’s audio identity, its lack of innovation and execution issues leave it feeling stale and unremarkable. "Functional, not flawless—prioritizes accessibility over impact."
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
66
Positive Reviews (80-100)
17%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
67%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
17%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Freedom Wars Remastered’s audio is a mixed bag—praised for atmospheric dark-synth soundscapes, accessible English voices, and eerie character quirks, but dragged down by forgettable music, jarring voice acting, and technical flaws. While it modernizes the original’s audio identity, its lack of innovation and execution issues leave it feeling stale and unremarkable. "Functional, not flawless—prioritizes accessibility over impact."
Voice Acting
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61
Freedom Wars Remastered’s voice acting is a mixed bag: English dub elevates human/Accessory roles with anime flair, but robotic text-to-speech lines crumble under mispronunciations and cringe, wrecking immersion and leaving the remaster’s audio feel uneven.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VOICE ACTING
Acting Score
61
Positive Reviews (80-100)
0%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
80%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
20%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the voice acting.
TL;DR
voice acting
Freedom Wars Remastered’s voice acting is a mixed bag: English dub elevates human/Accessory roles with anime flair, but robotic text-to-speech lines crumble under mispronunciations and cringe, wrecking immersion and leaving the remaster’s audio feel uneven.
Technical Performance
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68
Freedom Wars Remastered shines with 60fps and visuals on PS5/Switch, but clunky load times, poor optimization, and underwhelming upgrades drag it down—proving modern hardware can’t fully erase its Vita-era flaws.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
68
Positive Reviews (80-100)
31%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
50%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
19%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
Freedom Wars Remastered shines with 60fps and visuals on PS5/Switch, but clunky load times, poor optimization, and underwhelming upgrades drag it down—proving modern hardware can’t fully erase its Vita-era flaws.
Replay Value
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70
Freedom Wars Remastered: A grind-heavy co-op grind with deep customization and a 40+hr campaign, but repetitive solo missions and stagnant design alienate many. Positives (multiplayer, difficulty modes, post-game) clash with criticisms of monotony and lack of innovation. A niche pick for progression fans, not a universal replay success.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
70
Positive Reviews (80-100)
30%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
65%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
5%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Freedom Wars Remastered: A grind-heavy co-op grind with deep customization and a 40+hr campaign, but repetitive solo missions and stagnant design alienate many. Positives (multiplayer, difficulty modes, post-game) clash with criticisms of monotony and lack of innovation. A niche pick for progression fans, not a universal replay success.
Overall Verdict
70
MONSTER
OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
70
Positive Reviews (80-100)
31%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
69%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
Polished nostalgia with persistent flaws: Freedom Wars Remastered upgrades visuals and gameplay but retains dated mechanics, repetitive missions, simplistic combat, and weak storytelling, offering a niche recommendation for fans of the cult classic rather than a modern triumph.
70
MONSTER
Reviews
70 reviews found90
Digitally Downloaded
Jan 20, 2025
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Freedom Wars Remastered is a thoughtful and engaging title that combines a strong narrative with dynamic gameplay, making it a worthwhile experience despite its limitations.
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80
IGN Spain
Jan 8, 2025
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Freedom Wars Remastered remains a great game with a strong story, engaging gameplay, and charismatic characters. While it may lack the variety of Monster Hunter, it excels in storytelling and enemy design.
80
GLHF on Sports Illustrated
Jan 8, 2025
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Freedom Wars Remastered is praised for its gameplay improvements and visual enhancements, but criticized for issues like running back and forth between missions and lack of modern accessibility. The reviewer expresses a desire for a sequel with fewer sacrifices and modern game development tools.
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80
NintendoWorldReport
Jan 8, 2025
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Freedom Wars Remastered offers enough charm to make up for its rough points, with a unique setting and gameplay mechanics that may appeal to players looking for a different experience.
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80
GameGrin
Feb 5, 2025
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Freedom Wars Remastered is a solid remaster of a fun game, despite some issues. It is recommended for both new players and those familiar with the original.
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80
Atomix
Jan 16, 2025
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Freedom Wars Remastered is a solid remaster that modernizes a cult classic while retaining its core appeal. It excels in visuals and technical performance but shows its age in gameplay mechanics and mission design.
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75
Noisy Pixel
Jan 8, 2025
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Freedom Wars Remastered revitalizes the 2014 PS Vita cult classic, providing an exciting blend of narrative depth, intense combat, and community-driven gameplay, despite some challenges like clunky menus and steep learning curve.
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75
Player 2
Feb 11, 2025
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Freedom Wars Remastered is a solid remaster that provides a second chance for the game, appealing to both new and returning players despite not offering significant new content.
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75
Vandal
Jan 13, 2025
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Freedom Wars Remastered successfully revitalizes a previously overlooked title, offering improved visuals and gameplay tweaks, though it retains some dated elements. Its unique identity justifies its return.
74
Game8
Mar 22, 2025
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Freedom Wars Remastered is a fun experience with engaging gameplay and deep customization, but its flaws in storytelling and dated design may deter new players. It remains a nostalgic trip for returning fans.
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