If you're in the mood for a new slice of JRPG action, you might just be in luck, as Asdivine Hearts II has just plonked itself onto the Switch eShop. Yep, it's available today.
The game picks up two years after the events of the original game, Asdivine Hearts, with Zack and friends finding themselves heading off on another quest. This time, the gang hope to save the parallel world of Archelio, which is on the verge of being frozen in ice. In a nice touch, the game features a summary of the previous game so that you can jump right into the sequel if you prefer.
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Speaking of the previous game, it's worth noting that we had mixed feelings after our playthrough for review. We said that Asdivine Hearts is "entirely competent but difficult to fully recommend; it ticks many boxes from its retro inspirations, and players looking for pure comfort gaming will find elements to enjoy, but as an experience it’s ultimately underwhelming". Naturally, we're hoping that this sequel might give us just a little bit more.
These screenshots should hopefully give you a better understanding of what to expect:
Asdivine Hearts II has you leading up to six characters into battle, destroying onslaughts of powerful foes along the way, and also gives you the ability to upgrade rare weapons and learn new skills. As noted above, it launches today and can be purchased for £11.69 / $12.99.
Did you play the original? Are you a fan of JRPGs? Share your thoughts on this one with us in the comments.
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You forgot to mention that the publisher is KEMCO, to help readers set their expectations appropriately.
@riChchestM You only need to look at one screenshot to know when it's a KEMCO game anyway, haha. Steer clear, everyone.
Another day, another Kemco RPG. I wonder what kind of system they have in place that they can churn out these so fast.
I love RPG/JRPGs. But when I look for that sort of thing, I am not looking for a cheap title. We're talking about a genre of extremes, games can be unforgettable masterpieces, like the Xenoblade, Final Fantasy and Tales of series...
Or they can be generic low quality junk like this looks like it is.
Appearances can be deceiving, but I have only ever heard bad things about Kemco.
I played one of Kemco's RPGs to completion in around 20 hrs (Revenant Saga) and I guess it was an okay timesink for on the go, but strongly feel like each one of them is more of the same with every aspect underwhelming.
If I'd feel the need to scratch that classic RPG itch for around 10-15 bucks I'd probaby pick up either Earthlock or Cosmic Star Heroine.
@Expa0 Looks like RPG maker.
Was this made on RPG Maker 2003? Sure looks like it
This looks very generic. What's the appeal in an artstyle that's done sóóó many times in much better games?
Oh, it's another JRPG off Kemco's assembly line. Looks like something a person would make in RPG Maker.
@Drac_Mazoku They deserve all the bashing they get. Not only are their games really generic but some of them are ported straight from mobile with all the pay-to-win microtransations left in-tact despite costing a decent amount of money on the Switch. It's a pretty disgraceful practice so they're on my avoid list.
@Drac_Mazoku It's not about whether you need them or not that's the problem. I take issue with that sort of crap existing altogether. If they're pointless like you say, then they should have removed them from the paid version of the game like any respectable company would do.
Hey Nl people.
Please dont promote sub par games.
It would help most readers to steer clear of what is good and what is not
Not even worth playing on my phone for Free.
But dont take my word for it - it is F2P on iOS. Give it a spin
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/rpg-asdivine-hearts-2/id1205369317?mt=8
If there's are a review and it's not bad might be worth a try. I do like the look at least.
Kemco games are like if someone rigged up a procedural generation algorithm into RPG Maker and asked it to spit out and publish a game every month please.
And they don't just look like that from the outside.
Call me shallow, but I can't even consider playing a fantasy RPG with a hero named Zack. I want a Conan, a Legolas, an Elric or a Cugel for my lead. Not Zack. Zack is not a dragonslayer's name, it's that annoying kid who sat behind you in fifth grade and always wanted to copy your homework.
I know they can make a Physical....
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