76
MONSTER
Game analysis
Monster Scorecard
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Story and Narrative
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77
Critics mostly praise GrimGrimoire OnceMore's engaging time loop narrative, intriguing characters, and captivating twists. While some find the story lacking depth and predictability, overall, the consensus is positive with many highlighting its strengths like well-developed characters and surprising plot twists. The story successfully captivates players and keeps them engaged, making it a strong and enjoyable aspect of the game.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
77
Positive (80-100)
68%
Mixed (50-79)
32%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
Critics mostly praise GrimGrimoire OnceMore's engaging time loop narrative, intriguing characters, and captivating twists. While some find the story lacking depth and predictability, overall, the consensus is positive with many highlighting its strengths like well-developed characters and surprising plot twists. The story successfully captivates players and keeps them engaged, making it a strong and enjoyable aspect of the game.
Gameplay Mechanics
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76
Critics applaud GrimGrimoire OnceMore for its complex gameplay blending RPG, tactics, and real-time strategy elements. They praise features like the skill tree and engaging combat system. However, some critics find the combat repetitive and controls difficult to manage. Despite drawbacks, the game offers a challenging and customizable experience that most critics find enjoyable and addictive.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
76
Positive (80-100)
39%
Mixed (50-79)
61%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Critics applaud GrimGrimoire OnceMore for its complex gameplay blending RPG, tactics, and real-time strategy elements. They praise features like the skill tree and engaging combat system. However, some critics find the combat repetitive and controls difficult to manage. Despite drawbacks, the game offers a challenging and customizable experience that most critics find enjoyable and addictive.
Graphics and Visual Design
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85
Critics rave about the stunning graphics and visual design of GrimGrimoire OnceMore, praising its detailed characters, expressive animations, and upgraded HD visuals. While some criticize the repetitive backgrounds in battle sequences and the sexualization in character designs, overall consensus is that the game's graphics are impressive and visually striking.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
85
Positive (80-100)
82%
Mixed (50-79)
18%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
Critics rave about the stunning graphics and visual design of GrimGrimoire OnceMore, praising its detailed characters, expressive animations, and upgraded HD visuals. While some criticize the repetitive backgrounds in battle sequences and the sexualization in character designs, overall consensus is that the game's graphics are impressive and visually striking.
Music and Sound Design
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73
Critics praise GrimGrimoire OnceMore for its captivating sound design and music, enhancing the game with mystery, urgency, and tension. The voice acting, writing, and gothic soundtrack are highlighted as strong points. However, some critics note surround sound issues and repetitive music in menus as areas for improvement. Overall, while not perfect, the sound design and music effectively contribute to the immersive experience of GrimGrimoire OnceMore.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
73
Positive (80-100)
33%
Mixed (50-79)
67%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Critics praise GrimGrimoire OnceMore for its captivating sound design and music, enhancing the game with mystery, urgency, and tension. The voice acting, writing, and gothic soundtrack are highlighted as strong points. However, some critics note surround sound issues and repetitive music in menus as areas for improvement. Overall, while not perfect, the sound design and music effectively contribute to the immersive experience of GrimGrimoire OnceMore.
Voice Acting
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73
Critics largely praise the voice acting in GrimGrimoire OnceMore for its quality and impact on the game's narrative, with some standout performances. While there were minor criticisms about over-the-top delivery and lack of punch in certain voices, overall, the voice acting is considered well done and fitting for the game. The remastered version features improved fidelity in both Japanese and English performances, enhancing the overall experience and contributing positively to the game's narrative elements.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VOICE ACTING
Acting Score
73
Positive (80-100)
42%
Mixed (50-79)
58%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the voice acting.
TL;DR
voice acting
Critics largely praise the voice acting in GrimGrimoire OnceMore for its quality and impact on the game's narrative, with some standout performances. While there were minor criticisms about over-the-top delivery and lack of punch in certain voices, overall, the voice acting is considered well done and fitting for the game. The remastered version features improved fidelity in both Japanese and English performances, enhancing the overall experience and contributing positively to the game's narrative elements.
Technical Performance
NA
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technical performance
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Replay Value
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71
Critics praise GrimGrimoire OnceMore for its strong replay value, citing features like skill trees, upgrade choices, and trial stages that enhance the gaming experience. However, some critics mention concerns about repetitive gameplay. Overall, the consensus is that the game offers enough incentives for replaying, with addictive gameplay keeping players engaged.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
71
Positive (80-100)
33%
Mixed (50-79)
67%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Critics praise GrimGrimoire OnceMore for its strong replay value, citing features like skill trees, upgrade choices, and trial stages that enhance the gaming experience. However, some critics mention concerns about repetitive gameplay. Overall, the consensus is that the game offers enough incentives for replaying, with addictive gameplay keeping players engaged.
Overall Verdict
76
MONSTER
OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
76
Positive (80-100)
48%
Mixed (50-79)
52%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
Critics praise GrimGrimoire OnceMore for its stunning visuals, engaging gameplay, and captivating narratives, noting improvements from the original release. However, some critics mention repetitive maps, shallow gameplay for genre veterans, and bloated battle systems as drawbacks. Overall, the consensus is that it's a worthwhile experience for fans of real-time strategy games and those who appreciate unique art styles and stories. Positive aspects like improved visuals and gameplay outweigh the negatives, making it a recommended choice for both Vanillaware fans and newcomers.
76
MONSTER
Reviews
43 reviews found90
Siliconera
Mar 31, 2023
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The review praises GrimGrimoire OnceMore as a remaster that improves upon the original game, making it more widely appreciated. It highlights the strong story, solid strategic elements, and stunning presentation, recommending it for both story lovers and strategy enthusiasts.
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85
PSX Brasil
Mar 31, 2023
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GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a well-crafted remaster of the original game, with a compelling story, improved voice acting, and engaging gameplay. It is a must-play for fans of the genre and offers accessibility options for those interested in the story alone.
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85
Multiplayer.it
Mar 31, 2023
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The review praises the game as a high-quality real-time strategy game with improvements in the new version, and recommends it for fans of the genre.
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85
NintendoWorldReport
Apr 10, 2023
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GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a textbook example of how to retain an enjoyable experience and modernize it for a contemporary audience. The whimsical characters and art shine in HD, and the RTS gameplay holds up well on Switch.
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85
Noisy Pixel
Mar 31, 2023
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Not a game for everyone, but addictive and enjoyable for those who get into it
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80
CGMagazine
Mar 31, 2023
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The review concludes that GrimGrimoire OnceMore has aged gracefully since 2007, praising its art style and quality-of-life improvements. It recommends the game as a solid tactical experience that players must learn to fully enjoy.
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80
The Games Machine
Apr 11, 2023
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The review concludes that GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a much-improved game compared to the original release and recommends it to real-time strategy fans on consoles.
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80
The Enemy
Apr 2, 2023
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GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a beautiful and ambitious game that successfully brings back a forgotten title with improved accessibility. It is a worthwhile experience, although limited in scope.
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80
LevelUp
Apr 18, 2023
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GrimGrimoire OnceMore offers an accessible and visually appealing RTS experience with an engaging story and improved gameplay mechanics.
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80
Destructoid
Mar 31, 2023
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A top to bottom delight with stunning visuals, enjoyable gameplay, and a well-written narrative
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