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April 2010
(80%)
21 Reviews
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Abstract: One of Atlus’s most enduring series is the Persona/Shin Megami Tensei family of RPGs. Collectively abbreviated as MegaTen, they share core gameplay mechanics such as traditional turn-based combat and a popular demon collecting and training system. The ...
Abstract: I’ve enjoyed just about every Shin Megami Tensei game that’s come out since Nocturne was released on the PS2. There’s just something really intriguing about the franchise’s universe and mythology that keeps me coming back for more. Perhaps it’s the imm...
Abstract: Since its inception, the Megami Tensei franchise has weaved elements of science fiction with fantasy stories to craft rich worlds steeped in the occult. With the release of Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey, developer Atlus has taken a slightly diffe...
Getting all there is to get out of Atlus' Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey requires patience and a willingness to experiment and explore. Provided that describes you, there's plenty to enjoy in this lengthy dungeon crawler. Though the game's turn-ba...
Intriguing and mature story elements, lots of areas to explore and hidden secrets to find
Demon fusion takes trial and error, thematic elements may offend some gamers
While it's engaging dungeons and mature themes are sure to please fans of the Shin Megami Tensei franchise, Strange Journey suffers from a hit-or-miss Demon Fusion system and a somewhat tired premise...
Abstract: The Shin Megami Tensei series sometimes mixes its collectible-monster RPG combat with other genres, and Strange Journey continues that trend by throwing in old-style dungeon crawling similar to that of Wizardry. The Dark Spire (another Atlus title on t...
Abstract: It says a lot about Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey that perhaps my biggest criticism stems from its horrifically unclear, ambiguous title. See, I'm a big believer in descriptive handles when it comes to my games and movies. Take Hot Tub Time Machi...
