Gungnir

 PSP
  • Publisher: Atlus
  • Release Date: Jun 12, 2012
User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 33 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 33
  3. Negative: 2 out of 33
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  1. Cyanurea
    Jul 5, 2018
    9
    The most creative turn-based strategy game I have ever played, with one of the grittiest plots I've ever seen in an JRPG, reminiscent of Apartheid. If you like difficult SRPGs, play this game.
  2. BlackRenshai
    Jun 17, 2012
    10
    First impressions: For one, disregard the official 'critic' who wrote that the story does not develop for twelve hours, it develops quite fast and with excellent writing within the first hour! All fans of Tactics Ogre, Final Fantasy Tactics and similarFirst impressions: For one, disregard the official 'critic' who wrote that the story does not develop for twelve hours, it develops quite fast and with excellent writing within the first hour! All fans of Tactics Ogre, Final Fantasy Tactics and similar games will immediately feel right at home. I've been playing tactical RPGs since Sega's original Shining Force, and this one is on par with any of the aforementioned games in quality of story and emotional attachment you will develop toward that characters. Graphics are excellent, the combat is intuitive, maps are varied and challenging, yet not overly so, unit upgrades and hiring is fun and well thought out though not ground breaking, and the musical score is beautiful and haunting.

    This game is WELL worth the price tag of $29.99. You will NOT regret it!    … Expand
  3. Englad
    Oct 26, 2014
    9
    I actually enjoyed the multiple storylines this game has to offer, and I'm not usually one to do that. The storylines differ based on the difficulty curve - if your units get killed, you'll get a better outcome next level in a very early stage to help you along. This seems to be a very early stage only. I don't think losing the units again would prove worth it. Since I have discussed thisI actually enjoyed the multiple storylines this game has to offer, and I'm not usually one to do that. The storylines differ based on the difficulty curve - if your units get killed, you'll get a better outcome next level in a very early stage to help you along. This seems to be a very early stage only. I don't think losing the units again would prove worth it. Since I have discussed this gameplay mechanic and not spoiled anything I haven't included spoilers in my review. I wouldn't buy this trpg game and Hoshigami because unlike Hoshigami this trpg game Rewards you for moving your units.… Expand
  4. LaiusBunansa
    Jul 11, 2015
    8
    The game itself was great yet felt short. In terms of the plot, I enjoyed it. Battle System and Mechanics, felt short in a sense that it's just the old, plain, basic system tweaked to change it for the sake of changing it. The visuals were oh so stunning. I summon everytime just to watch it again and again. And that's one of the bad yet realistic element of the game. When you summon, youThe game itself was great yet felt short. In terms of the plot, I enjoyed it. Battle System and Mechanics, felt short in a sense that it's just the old, plain, basic system tweaked to change it for the sake of changing it. The visuals were oh so stunning. I summon everytime just to watch it again and again. And that's one of the bad yet realistic element of the game. When you summon, you can get hit also. But how come did you acquire it without being able to control who it attacks. There were bugs. But still, Gungnir can be considered as one of the best tactical rpgs of the PSP console. But not as great as Tactics Ogre, FFTWOTL and Jeanne D'Arc… Expand
  5. Icantspell
    Apr 10, 2019
    10
    Basically, this is a game with a great deal to offer. You can take a casual approach or really dig in and benefit from the strategy you give your characters. Should appeal to anyone who is already a fan of TRPGs.

Awards & Rankings

3
#3 Best PSP Game of 2012
2
#2 Most Discussed PSP Game of 2012
1
#1 Most Shared PSP Game of 2012

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 11
  3. Negative: 1 out of 11
  1. RPG Fan
    Aug 13, 2012
    92
    If you're a more casual RPG player, you might want to give Gungnir a pass, but if you are a connoisseur of the SRPG genre, then Gungnir will delight you like few other games will.
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  2. Gaming Nexus
    Aug 1, 2012
    85
    Gungnir is a fine addition to the Dept. Heaven series of Sting games. It's got enough content to last a good 30+ hours, and offers an immense challenge that even tactical professionals will have a hard time tackling. Coupled with an intriguing story and Atlus' excellent localization, this game definitely shouldn't be missed by PSP owners.
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  3. Cheat Code Central
    Jul 10, 2012
    68
    It'll scratch the itch of hardcore strategy fans, but there's not a ton to miss by skipping it, either.
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