Pier Solar and the Great Architects

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  • Summary: Pier Solar is a 16-bit RPG that was originally developed for the Sega Mega Drive & Sega Genesis systems.

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Hardcore Gamer
    Oct 6, 2014
    80
    It may have taken WaterMelon a while to finally give us this gem, but it was worth the wait. If you’re looking for a memorable, old-school RPG, buy Pier Solar HD.
  2. Gaming Nexus
    Nov 4, 2014
    74
    While the presentation is spot on, the gameplay is marred by combat that seems to favor the enemies. Couple this with obtuse puzzles and an aimless story and you have an adventure game that is good, but doesn't stack up to the best games in the genre.
  3. Game Informer
    Oct 13, 2014
    70
    I wanted to love Pier Solar HD. I grew up playing the titles it emulates, and seeing the look and feel so authentically captured gave me high hopes. However, I grew increasingly bored with Pier Solar once the initial wonder wore away.
  4. RPG Fan
    Dec 1, 2014
    70
    In going so far retro, Pier Solar HD shows that it hasn't learned from modern advancements in game design.
  5. Push Square
    Oct 19, 2014
    60
    This is a retro RPG down to its very core, and if you aren’t prepared to accept its charmingly archaic quirks, you probably won’t relish your time with it. However, if you are willing to embrace its idiosyncrasies – some amiable, some aggravating - you’ll find a veritable wealth of content to explore.
  6. PlayStation LifeStyle
    Oct 7, 2014
    55
    While I loved getting that classic RPG nostalgia, much of the game found certain levels of tedium that quickly drove the experience of Pier Solar from nostalgia to a chore.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 2 out of 10
  1. iwilllol
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    I originally played the game on the SEGA Mega drive back in 2010 and I knew I had to play this HD port! Had so much fun reliving the story andI originally played the game on the SEGA Mega drive back in 2010 and I knew I had to play this HD port! Had so much fun reliving the story and enjoying the updated graphics, anyone who loves JRPG's particularly the classic Lunar, Final Fantasy and Phantasy Star owe it to themselves to play this game.

    The puzzles are challenging in a way similar to the RPG's of the 16-bit era.

    The music is a masterpiece within itself and the graphics are beautiful whether you choose the original 16 bit graphics or the remastered HD variant.

    It has its own unique feel as well as having its own battle system which oozes originality in bounds and really ups the ante in terms of fighting strategically.

    All in all I highly recommend this game for everyone, You can pick it up on many platforms from PC/MAC/LINUX Dreamcast PS3/PS4 OUYA with XBOX ONE and Wii U And Vita coming soon.

    You must play it, its one of the best JRPG's this century!    … Expand
  2. rhap
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Great game. Having lots of fun with it. Refreshing in a world where all the RPGs became generic boring Action games with pointers everywhereGreat game. Having lots of fun with it. Refreshing in a world where all the RPGs became generic boring Action games with pointers everywhere telling you how to finish the game. I understand the menu can be confusing for some people, but it's not the game's fault, more like the players nowadays who are lazy and want everything being done automatically.

    I recommend it to players who are after a good old school game.    … Expand
  4. phil80
    Oct 10, 2014
    10
    Don't listen to the bad reviews. This game is what you need if you liked the Lunar games or traditional rpgs in general. The story isDon't listen to the bad reviews. This game is what you need if you liked the Lunar games or traditional rpgs in general. The story is lighthearted in the beginning but gets very serious at the end.… Expand
  5. Rdm3182
    Oct 2, 2014
    10
    This game is great! i have been having a blast playing it. I get that it's whole concept is dated but that's why I bought it. I like the 16This game is great! i have been having a blast playing it. I get that it's whole concept is dated but that's why I bought it. I like the 16 bit feel and the cheesy story line it makes for a good time.… Expand
  6. ArmVM
    Oct 8, 2014
    9
    If you're a fan of rpgs from the 90s like Lunar, the classical final fantasies, phantasy star or even PC Engine rpgs like Emerald Dragon,If you're a fan of rpgs from the 90s like Lunar, the classical final fantasies, phantasy star or even PC Engine rpgs like Emerald Dragon, Cosmic Fantasy or Tengai Makyo, you will really enjoy this game.… Expand
  7. matthewbennion
    Oct 7, 2014
    8
    If you were a kid of the 80s / 90s it won't be hard for you to appreciate what Pier Solar HD has to offer. The game is a swan song to theIf you were a kid of the 80s / 90s it won't be hard for you to appreciate what Pier Solar HD has to offer. The game is a swan song to the golden age of 16-bit RPGs.… Expand
  8. IanClue
    Oct 3, 2014
    2
    Terrible game when it came out with none of the game breaking issues corrected with the HD version. The first few hours are fun and theTerrible game when it came out with none of the game breaking issues corrected with the HD version. The first few hours are fun and the nostalgia effect is great. But as soon as your party is "full" the painfully drab battle system and slow animation make this game more a chore than anything else.

    The confusing maps and hidden goals are annoying, but typical of games in the 90s. You can consult a walkthrough if you get stuck, but there is no fix for spending 2 minutes after every 2 minute battle healing your party 1 at a time.    … Expand

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