Elminage Original

 PSP
Metascore
55

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. RPGamer
    Mar 8, 2013
    40
    In the end, Elminage sticks far too closely to old-school mechanics that just no longer provide for a fun experience.

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User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10
  1. cj_iwakura
    Jul 3, 2016
    9
    Elminage Original isn't for fans of Etrian Odyssey. It's for fans of the Dark Spire. This game will not hold your hand. You're thrown into theElminage Original isn't for fans of Etrian Odyssey. It's for fans of the Dark Spire. This game will not hold your hand. You're thrown into the deep end and expected to swim. If you do, you'll be greatly rewarded for it. Elminage has everything I love in a DC: minimalist plot, great characters, NPC dungeon encounters, and sublime music.

    It's a tough ride, but all the more enjoyable once you manage to adjust. If Gothic burned you, don't put the series off. The original is really the best.    … Full Review »
  2. scurran007
    Jul 26, 2014
    7
    Very old school game! I enjoyed it. It was challenging to level up and find objects. My only issue was there is absolutely no instructions! ItVery old school game! I enjoyed it. It was challenging to level up and find objects. My only issue was there is absolutely no instructions! It would be better if there was a help file or something.… Full Review »
  3. Raymond_Nelson
    May 22, 2021
    9
    A hidden gem! Elminage Original contains huge variety of different classes and races to choose from. It also features many elaborateA hidden gem! Elminage Original contains huge variety of different classes and races to choose from. It also features many elaborate labyrinths (indoor and outdoor) to explore. This game may not be for everyone due to it's old school dungeon crawler design and punishing difficulty. but for me the games challenge is what created such a great sense of accomplishment. Especially after forming you're own unique 6 character party and succeeding... (finally). Fans of hardcore dungeon crawlers such as Wizardry and a bards tale will love this game. 9/10… Full Review »
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