Freedom Wars Remastered

It has its issues, but it’s nice to finally get this off of the Vita.

In case Bandai Namco is thinking of revitalizing the series with a sequel, I hope this remaster is a test of what works and what needs to be updated further. Freedom Wars Remastered is a fine remaster that allows a new audience to experience one of the most beloved games on the PlayStation Vita.

The story is intriguing and engaging.

Freedom Wars Remastered is a good update to one of the PlayStation Vita's most interesting games. While there isn't much in the way of new content, this remaster is the best version of a game that deserved to be rescued and remembered on modern consoles and PC.

Although its presentation doesn't hide its portable past, Freedom Wars Remastered is still as fun as it was a decade ago and certain aspects have even been improved to make its adventure more fluid and enjoyable, with its story mode standing out.

Despite its limitations, Freedom Wars Remastered is an excellent way to revisit one of the most enjoyable monster-hunting games released for the PS Vita. Its story and concepts continue to resonate, and the combat, thanks to the improvements brought in this remaster, is even more fluid and functional. Unfortunately, issues with melee combat persist, and some technical limitations hinder the overall package.

Freedom Wars is the best game that was never ported from the Vita, and the remaster makes all of the quality-of-life changes we could reasonably expect it to. It looks more beautiful than ever, with some flashy cutscenes, and though it pains me to say, the remaster is the best way to play. My only worry is that it isn’t enough. While it surpasses the 150GB games of today in terms of innovative gameplay mechanics, fast, fluid movement options, and fourth wall breaks, it lacks the accessibility and variety modern gamers have come to expect.

The good and the bad of Freedom Wars returns with this Remaster, but its a shame that more wasn’t done to modernise the game even further.

This remaster retains the original’s unique dystopian gameplay and multiplayer mechanics, with some visual and quality-of-life improvements. However, outdated design choices, repetitive missions, and limited graphical upgrades hold it back, despite its charm and distinct personality.

Freedom Wars Remastered revitalizes the 2014 PS Vita cult classic, delivering an exciting blend of narrative depth, intense combat, and community-driven gameplay. While the menus and crafting system remain a challenge, the game's unique setting and gripping gameplay loop make it a rewarding experience for fans of the hunting genre.