The Legend of Heroes: A Tear of Vermillion

 PSP
  • Publisher: Bandai
  • Release Date: Nov 15, 2005
Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 24
  3. Negative: 1 out of 24
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  1. GameSpy
    80
    A highly entertaining RPG that no PSP-owning fan of the genre should pass up. Your socks won't be blown off, but your role-playing desires will be satiated. Isn't that more important?
  2. GameZone
    80
    Had the translation and control problems been adjusted, Heroes could have been an exceptional experience. As it stands, this game will probably only fill the void for serious role-playing fanatics.
  3. Play Magazine
    80
    Both on the field and in towns, LoH is big on events...and character development. [Jan 2006, p.51]
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  5. Da Gameboyz
    78
    If you are looking for a Final Fantasy style RPG then you will be disappointed... It more than satisfied my craving for a good game with a great story.
  6. Deeko
    75
    Only a mediocre affair, which is a crying shame. I point the finger at Bandai for apparently hiring some high-school kids to translate the game.

Awards & Rankings

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#40 Best PSP Game of 2005
27
#27 Most Discussed PSP Game of 2005
27
#27 Most Shared PSP Game of 2005

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 31 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 31
  3. Negative: 5 out of 31
  1. BasilZero
    Sep 8, 2017
    8
    Game: The Legend of Heroes: A Tear of Vermillion
    Genre: RPG
    Publisher/Developer: Bandai Namco/Falcom System: Steam (PC) Total Score:    Game: The Legend of Heroes: A Tear of Vermillion
    Genre: RPG
    Publisher/Developer: Bandai Namco/Falcom
    System: Steam (PC)
    Total Score: 75/100
    Value Score: 7.5/10

    • Story: 8/10
    • Characters: 8/10
    • GamePlay: 6/10
    • Graphics: 7/10
    • Sound: 7/10
    • Music: 7/10
    • Length: 8/10
    • Replay Value: 6/10
    • Player Value: 8/10

    Pros
    +Decent story and cast of characters
    +Decent OST
    +Remake of the 1996 game with improved visuals , effects and sound

    Cons
    -Bad translation in narration and in game play
    -Gameplay can be clunky at times in terms of both battles and outside of battles
    -Too many caves and bland dungeon areas
    -Boss battles are generic and consist of fighting normal enemies most of the time    … Full Review »
  2. Felagund
    Jun 11, 2015
    10
    Great game. The end is amazing! 10

    The first in the Gagharv Trilogy, The Legend of Heroes: A Tear of Vermillion takes place in the    Great game. The end is amazing! 10

    The first in the Gagharv Trilogy, The Legend of Heroes: A Tear of Vermillion takes place in the fictional land El Phildin, fifty-six years before "Moonlight Witch".
    The story begins with an insight to the past. Avin and Eimelle are orphaned children living in Cathedral. Avin was 8 while Eimelle was 7. Cathedral is under attack and brothers during the escape parted.
    8 years pass. And now the hero begins a journey in search of her missing sister.

    It's a great game with great characters, and great dialogues. With a big, exciting finale.    … Full Review »
  3. ZemZ.
    Jun 21, 2007
    6
    Great at the start but it loses steam later, fun but not for over $25.
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