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  • Summary: Long ago, civilization flourished due to the knowledge granted to the people by the Goddess. They erected towers that reached the heavens, and built weapons that could pierce even the gods.

    However, the civilization soon perished in the war between the Vile God and Goddess. And so, time
    Long ago, civilization flourished due to the knowledge granted to the people by the Goddess. They erected towers that reached the heavens, and built weapons that could pierce even the gods.

    However, the civilization soon perished in the war between the Vile God and Goddess. And so, time passed... present day.

    Fencers are warriors who wield special weapons that contain fairies. Fang, a young man and Fencer, goes on a journey with his companions in search of Furies in order to resurrect the Goddess.

    One day, Fang encounters a girl who saves people through song, as well as a girl who brainwashes people through song.

    Together with girls who call themselves "divas" and possess mysterious power, Fang's fate sets into motion...

    Fairy Fencer F goes strategy RPG! Fairy Fencer F: Refrain Chord features an assortment of major characters from the series. Experience strategic battles featuring new characters called "Divas," as well as new Fencers and Fairies.
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  1. Positive: 2 out of 5
  2. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Apr 25, 2023
    80
    Fairy Fencer F: Refrain Chord is a solid tactical adventure with an endearing cast that delivers a charming narrative. The simple yet robust gameplay systems provide a satisfying experience where character growth and customization are at the forefront. For tactical diehards, Refrain Chord may not scratch that itch, but Fairy Fencer fans or those simply wanting to play an intro to the genre should give this a shot.
  2. Apr 25, 2023
    75
    Fairy Fencer F: Refrain Chord is a lovely strategic follow-up to a highly underrated RPG which fans and newcomers will enjoy. From its hilarious dialogue to its intriguing albeit slight innovations to a classic genre, this is one fun-filled SPRG.
  3. May 7, 2023
    65
    Fairy Fencer F: Refrain Chord is recommended for those who simply want more Fairy Fencer F, years after the last release. The SRPG gameplay is new to the series, but it's not a big enough novelty to recommend the title to those looking for something focused on strategy.
  4. 60
    All in all, Fairy Fencer F: Refrain Chord is a solid TRPG with some peaks and troughs to its gameplay. I do feel as though those who have played the original title will get more out of this, so if Fairy Fencer sounds like your bag, I’d probably investigate the remaster; Fairy Fencer F: Advent Dark Force before trying out Refrain Chord.
  5. Apr 24, 2023
    50
    Like the first two games, Fairy Fencer F: Refrain Chord is flawed, tonally inconsistent, and a massively repetitive grind. Re-treading this story for the third time and jump to an entirely different and less enjoyable gameplay system has made it even harder to recommend this game in spite of it's flaws. There is charm, and there are moments, and diehard Compile Heart fans might be able to push through and enjoy them, but I suspect that the people this game will truly speak to are few and far between.
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  1. Apr 29, 2023
    7
    It's worth it and its a sequel but not a direct sequel from what I read. Good pacing and gameplay
  2. May 4, 2023
    7
    I do enjoy the game. If you're looking for a strategy RPG there are certainly worse ones out there. With all that the battles are justI do enjoy the game. If you're looking for a strategy RPG there are certainly worse ones out there. With all that the battles are just brutally long. I found myself stopping my gameplay after every 2-3 battles, mostly because if I started another I was afraid I would be late for my responsibilities. If you've got time to spend though the story is interesting enough (if not strange and cheesy.) I hope at some point I can get the time to finish it, but I'm afraid for now I'll have to move on. Really could have excelled with either shorter battles or an auto battle system. Expand