Valkyria Chronicles Remastered

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: May 17, 2016
  • Also On: Switch
Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 58 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 54 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 58
  3. Negative: 0 out of 58
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  1. Gameblog.fr
    May 24, 2016
    70
    The remaster is a little bit lazy, but eight years after, Valkyria Chronicles is still a great tactical-RPG to discover.
  2. PlayStation LifeStyle
    May 11, 2016
    70
    If you’re playing it for the first time, this is as good a version as any to get a taste of the excellent blend of turn-based strategy and real-time action that made the game such a hit on PS3; if you’re a returning fan, on the other hand, you might be slightly disappointed to learn that this “remastering” doesn’t look much different from the original version (or offer any new content, for that matter).
  3. The Games Machine
    May 11, 2016
    70
    Despite a good general quality, it's our duty to report that this remastered is just a direct porting of the cheapest PC version, without any addition: beware before you spend your money on it.
  5. We Got This Covered
    May 10, 2016
    70
    While this is easily the best version of Valkyria Chronicles yet, it still doesn't quite live up to its potential.

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#28 Best PS4 Game of 2016
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#80 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2016
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#66 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2016

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User Score
8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 254 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 203 out of 254
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 254
  3. Negative: 30 out of 254
  1. DMcGee2288
    May 17, 2016
    10
    Everything that made this game special is that much better on the ps4. Not only does it include all the DLC from the ps3 version, it also hasEverything that made this game special is that much better on the ps4. Not only does it include all the DLC from the ps3 version, it also has a 60 fps and HD re-mastered quality of graphics making this game shine golden all over again. Never understood how some people skipped on this one or how very few found it boring or tiresome. This game truly innovates its genre of tactical RPGs with genuine and unique quality traits not found in any other game before it. I was impressed with this game way back when it came out on the ps3 so long ago, and I'm even more impressed that they brought it back and boosted it up to be an even better of a game then it was back then. Can't wait for the "sequel," or "spiritual successor" if you will, that will come most likely next year. If you are a fan of tactics ogre or final fantasy tactics, this is your game! Any fan of RPGs, especially tactical RPGs, will fall in love with this title. It has so much to offer and the story and plot, as well as combat system and gameplay, will leave you begging for more.… Full Review »
  2. russianrulz
    Aug 8, 2016
    0
    The game probably deserves a good 5/10 (meaning not worth playing unless REALLY bored) but I needed to give it a 0 to bring the overall downThe game probably deserves a good 5/10 (meaning not worth playing unless REALLY bored) but I needed to give it a 0 to bring the overall down to where it should be. I am not going to argue that the story is boring, the cutscenes are poorly done and so on. I do think that this is true, but many people seem to like it so I wouldn't focus on that very much. The biggest problem with this game is the combat and how poor the mechanics are. First of all you will go into each battle with little idea on whom to bring with you and as this is important you can find yourself in a bad situation and need to restart. You will get a B if you play well and try to enjoy yourself if you want an A make all scouts and storm the enemy camp. So let me ask you, does that seem like a good mechanic to you were most of the time most of your soldiers are useless? Also, actually attacking is a disadvantage as enemies can shoot you endlessly while you approach, hence killing you and this is automatic and happens all the time (unless you flank). Also, it says they stop firing at you as soon as you aim, but no they can still get a few many shots in before the system kicks in also helping in the killing you part. Hiding behind cover is overpowered for enemies, as what was killing an enemy after 2 hits now becomes 20 hits so good luck and basically no unit can kill them in one go (so they will return fire). I have just started this nothing yet and I assume you can see that the strategy part of this game is messed so I'll summarize:
    - all but scouts and engineers move a very shot running distance making it a pain to move them.
    - as a result you will find having only half you team doing something as you can select the same person multiple times (run multiple times).
    - enemies can appear in the story parts in which you have no chance of defending (not letting anyone die) unless you knew of this before hand.
    - You get significantly less turns than the enemy making it feel unfair in many battles.
    - too be honest the difficulty is not that high (pretty easy) you just need to replay almost each encounter twice if you want good results.
    - most classes feel pointless based on type of battle.
    - no real progression, no new weapons/armor unless you do something special and upgrades are not that good.
    - Need to memorize who likes who and what their stupid weaknesses and strengths are (you need to memorize this in before battle cuz you wont see it during the battle).
    - Can't tell who are leaders in your party unless you are already in battle (gives extra moves).
    - if you liked xcom like me, just know this is nothing a like that, the strategy part here is almost none existent. All you need is the knowledge of how the enemy will move as they are very predictable after they use their cheap trick, which you cannot defend against at first.

    DO NOT BUY IT!!!!!    … Full Review »
  3. Gammalad
    May 25, 2016
    10
    I never played Valkyria Chronicles before, but all my friends said I had to play it, so when the game came out on PS4 I decided to finallyI never played Valkyria Chronicles before, but all my friends said I had to play it, so when the game came out on PS4 I decided to finally give it a shot, my only regret was not playing this game sooner. This game was a fantastic experience that had me captured from the start to the very end. I give this game full recommendations to anyone who has not played this game before and is looking for a good tactical RPG.… Full Review »
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