Valkyria Revolution

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
54

Mixed or average reviews - based on 56 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 33 out of 56
  3. Negative: 16 out of 56
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  1. Game Over Online
    Jun 27, 2017
    90
    Overall, Valkyria Revolution does many things differently than Valkyria Chronicles and will be quite divisive. As a fan of Chronicles, I found that game to be better overall and yet the faster pace of Revolution makes this more fun to play – the story just doesn’t hold up as well and the graphics are less impressive here than Chronicles. The action RPG shift works at keeping things interesting on the battlefield at all times and keeps you on your toes too. It does suffer from some iffy textures, but the game is greater as a whole than the sum of its parts. It’s a fantastic gateway game for the franchise for newcomers and offers veterans a completely new gameplay experience in many ways while also keeping some elements similar enough to make for a smooth transition.
  2. Digitally Downloaded
    Jun 26, 2017
    90
    An intense, special, and downright important game, with a powerful message to share not just about war itself, but also how we also talk about, and share stories about, war.
  3. Wccftech
    Jun 29, 2017
    80
    Dropping the tactical experience of the Chronicles series, this spinoff opts for a darker take on war, focusing on swordplay and subterfuge in a tale of revenge that will forever shape the future of Europa.
  5. Twinfinite
    Jun 27, 2017
    80
    There’s a lot of repetition for battles, and lengthy sequences of cutscenes can certainly slow things down, but Revolution tells an engaging story with characters that grow on you over the hours of gameplay. Similarly, the combat system and customization grow, providing a much more engaging action experience in the latter half of the game.
  6. Hardcore Gamer
    Jun 27, 2017
    80
    Valkyria Revolution is an excellent action-RPG if you’re looking for something new after playing through Final Fantasy XV.
  7. CGMagazine
    Jun 27, 2017
    75
    Valkyria Revolution's story falters while its different, action-oriented combat shines brightly.
  8. Everyeye.it
    Jun 27, 2017
    75
    Quotation forthcoming.
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  1. Ars Technica
    Jun 28, 2017
    There’s a good game to be built on the bones of Valkyria Revolution, but the game itself is too one-note and ill-considered to get anywhere near it. Skip it.
  2. Eurogamer
    Jun 30, 2017
    The only sane reason to invest in Valkyria Revolution is to send a message to Sega that this series should live on, and to hope that somehow it leads to the revival the originals deserve. Given the state it's left in after this turgid affair, though, that time may have already been and gone. [Avoid]

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5.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 98 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 98
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 98
  3. Negative: 38 out of 98
  1. Izzytehpwnr
    Jun 27, 2017
    10
    Dont let the haters misdirect you.

    Very solid Action Rpg, a flawest depart from the archaic turn based mess that was the previous    Dont let the haters misdirect you.

    Very solid Action Rpg, a flawest depart from the archaic turn based mess that was the previous installments that also lacked in character customization depth.    … Full Review »
  2. Zhei
    Jun 27, 2017
    0
    My god...I don't have words to say but this game is terrible a mess in everthing...characters, story, soundtrack and gameplay pretty everthingMy god...I don't have words to say but this game is terrible a mess in everthing...characters, story, soundtrack and gameplay pretty everthing was poorly made...… Full Review »
  3. joshp177
    Jun 29, 2017
    6
    I am updating my original rating after playing a little bit more, and bumping up the score. The graphics are nice, and the soundtrack isI am updating my original rating after playing a little bit more, and bumping up the score. The graphics are nice, and the soundtrack is great. Both of them combined makes this seem like a Valkyria game. The combat is a mix between action and turn based, but heavy on the action side. My two biggest complaints are the new battle system, and how easy the combat is at the beginning. I don't know if the game gets harder, but I can mash the X button and barely get damaged to achieve victory. I want a challenge and to incorporate game strategy and this game isn't bringing those features. The story is ok, but I haven't gotten far enough to comment on it.… Full Review »
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