Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book DX Image
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  • Summary: The Mysterious series combines heart-warming everyday elements with extraordinary experiences in a world full of wonders.
    The 1st instalment, "Atelier Sophie", is back in DX form!
    As a fledgling alchemist, Sophie works with Plachta on various alchemic recipes in order to hone her skills.
    The Mysterious series combines heart-warming everyday elements with extraordinary experiences in a world full of wonders.
    The 1st instalment, "Atelier Sophie", is back in DX form!
    As a fledgling alchemist, Sophie works with Plachta on various alchemic recipes in order to hone her skills. As they learns new recipes, explore the fields, collect materials, and synthesize new items, the power of alchemy and Plachta's memories begin to come to life.

    <What makes it DX>
    - New episodes of Sophie's growth and a new costume that will help her follow in her grandmother's steps!
    - Three new cauldrons to assist in your adventures!
    - Sprinting option to make getting around a lot easier!
    - 'Fast Forward' feature for fast-paced battles!
    - Lots of previously released DLC!
    - Photo mode to enjoy capturing beautiful images!
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  1. May 10, 2021
    82
    Overall, Atelier Sophie is a pleasant and comforting experience that Atelier fans will know well. Newcomers to the series will find a cozy and welcoming endeavor that highlights the hidden wonders of the mundane. The story, light yet still having purpose, is strengthened by the DX version’s additional scenes surrounding Sophie’s grandmother and her importance to the community. There is a theme of growth and self-improvement while emerging from the shadows cast by those before. Sophie is an upbeat, positive, and wholesome protagonist surrounded by a grand cast of colorful characters, each with their own ambitions. By the time the game is over, Kirchen Bell will feel like a home away from home. It’s small, but it has a lot of heart, much like the game itself.
  2. Apr 22, 2021
    70
    Atelier Sophie DX plays it safe and might seem too familiar, but its charm and superb crafting system make it worth the while. It might not excel in a given area like Escha & Logy, and it doesn't push the series forward like Ryza. However, aside from the bugs and framerate issues, Atelier Sophie is fun, comfortable, and cozy, and at the end of the day, that’s enough for me.
  3. May 31, 2021
    70
    Its plot is simple, but fits the game perfectly, and the additional content is a perfect match with what the game brought before, featuring a unique alchemy system and a new way of concocting recipes. Along with the characters and their interactions, this is a very well done work that adds to the Nintendo Switch catalogue.
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  1. Jan 4, 2022
    10
    What a cute game! Cutest main character and amazing alchemy system! The DX version is worth it because of the speed up button which makesWhat a cute game! Cutest main character and amazing alchemy system! The DX version is worth it because of the speed up button which makes battles quicker. Expand