Tokyo Xanadu

 PlayStation Vita
User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 34 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 34
  3. Negative: 3 out of 34
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  1. verifonix
    Jul 17, 2017
    7
    The game is pretty repetitive, but surprisingly fun. After a couple of dungeons it's easy to get hooked. Really decent Vita RPG, but pretty obviously uses recycled materials and engine from previous Falcom games. If you're looking for something new to play, by all means get it. It's probably not going to blow your mind, but will definitely provide many hours of entertainment. 7/10
  2. KhantSmg
    Jan 8, 2018
    7
    The first impression of the game doesn't made me impressed. Very simple weaby kinda story. The game is like watching anime. The graphic is nice for Vita and they put details things, although fps drop if you facing with the large group of enemies or some flame effects are in motion but acceptable. The game really started to appear it's charm in later part of the game. Side Stories and NPCsThe first impression of the game doesn't made me impressed. Very simple weaby kinda story. The game is like watching anime. The graphic is nice for Vita and they put details things, although fps drop if you facing with the large group of enemies or some flame effects are in motion but acceptable. The game really started to appear it's charm in later part of the game. Side Stories and NPCs are where Falcom put their effort.

    The game does pick up when you put certain time in it. Characters are not weaby as I thought. The ending does got me there. Really enjoyed the Normal End and I think it's beautiful. Truth End kinda jump out of logic , but not bad. There is not much of plot twists in this one but some did get me by surprise.

    Game-play is weak. Too easy. The story say the boss is gonna kick your butt , although in reality you kicking the boss with just push of a button. Trail Steel Fan would feel right at home. Persona formula is heavily influenced too. Not in the category of "One of the best" , but also not in the "Does not worth your time" too. Enjoyable. Will only take you around 40-45 hours to see everything that the game has to offer.    … Expand
  3. eefeef
    Aug 31, 2023
    6
    The first half of Tokyo Xenadu is flawless, but after the midpoint, there are fewer redeeming qualities. Combat is repetitive and dungeons are frustrating. The story is lackluster and the companions are one-dimensional.

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#7 Best PS Vita Game of 2017
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#2 Most Discussed PS Vita Game of 2017
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#6 Most Shared PS Vita Game of 2017

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Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. Gaming Age
    Nov 30, 2017
    91
    The action in Tokyo Xanadu may be a little spread out for my tastes, but when it’s on, it’s pretty fun.
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  2. CGMagazine
    Aug 23, 2017
    60
    Tokyo Xanadu is a surprisingly generic Persona wannabe from a developer that I know can do far, far better.
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  3. RPG Fan
    Aug 2, 2017
    72
    Tokyo Xanadu is a good example of a developer pulling together the best parts of beloved franchises but not quite following through completely. I'd wager that Falcom pulled back a bit on the Persona-inspired mechanics to avoid a 100-hour saga that already struggles with a paper-thin story. As a result, we're left with a thoroughly enjoyable and engaging battle system wrapped in an uninspired package with little originality. To put it plainly, Tokyo Xanadu is a painfully average experience that still manages to be worth your time.
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