Speaking as someone who has bounced off the Ys games, I am really glad I gave this title a shot. It's a super charming, simple-but-refined action rpg that confidently understands what it's going for.

It doesn't do anything new, it just does everything it sets out to well. Gear is limited but impactful, as every new weapon brings with it a new skill. Combat mostly involves baiting out enemy attacks and circling behind them for an accuracy/damage boost, but this is made interesting in group fights where you are trying to juggle multiple foes at once.

Boss fights are a real highpoint, despite these simple mechanics they are varied and involve unique mechanics and phases. Most of them took me a few tries to complete, but I never felt they were insurmountable, I just need to refine my build and strategy, maybe purchase some new armor, and get back in there.

The story is fine and does not get in the way of the gameplay, and the visuals and audio are pique classic 3D rpg. The soundtrack deserves special mention.

Easy recommend for anyone that likes aRPGs, it's even got an optional endgame random dungeon with unique loot if you want to spend a little more time with it after the campaign!

pretty based

There should be more games like this