Shin Megami Tensei

 iOS
Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
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  1. Metro GameCentral
    Mar 24, 2014
    50
    A fascinating look at the early days of one of the most consistently interesting Japanese role-playing franchises, although for many it will be just a little too old school.
  2. 148Apps
    Mar 18, 2014
    50
    Shin Megami Tensei for iOS is a version of the 1992 original localized for the US and ported to the iPhone, no more, no less.

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#67 Most Shared iOS Game of 2012

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User Score
4.0

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 140 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 45 out of 140
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 140
  3. Negative: 91 out of 140
  1. TheRavingTimes
    Aug 21, 2014
    6
    Though considered at the time to be a great game in the 1990s, it does't hold up well in today's standards. One of the game's biggest ordealsThough considered at the time to be a great game in the 1990s, it does't hold up well in today's standards. One of the game's biggest ordeals is derived from large confusing map layouts which are only worsened by frequent random encounters and a lack of concise instructions on how to proceed through the game. I'd recommend it for those who want to experience the nostalgia or fans of the series, though even they may find some complication just trying to get through the game.… Full Review »
  2. Fraxxo
    Sep 9, 2023
    8
    I honestly didn't expect this game to be this good.
    Incredibly enjoyable if you use a guide and like both dungeon crawling and monster    I honestly didn't expect this game to be this good.
    Incredibly enjoyable if you use a guide and like both dungeon crawling and monster collectible.
    The alignment thing is a bit messed up tho, but it was innovative for an 80s game.
    Despite the plot being narrated by very few lines of dialogue, that didn-t stop me from getting attached to my characters and finding the story interesting.    … Full Review »
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