Grandia HD Collection

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  • Summary: Grandia and Grandia 2, a pair of games originally released on Sega's Saturn and Dreamcast consoles, respectively, are coming to Nintendo Switch. Both games feature newly retouched details for the user interface, sprites, and textures, enhanced cinematics, Japanese and English audio tracks,Grandia and Grandia 2, a pair of games originally released on Sega's Saturn and Dreamcast consoles, respectively, are coming to Nintendo Switch. Both games feature newly retouched details for the user interface, sprites, and textures, enhanced cinematics, Japanese and English audio tracks, and Japanese and English language support along with new French and German translations.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Video Chums
    Sep 3, 2019
    88
    For the awesome games alone, Grandia HD Collection is worth checking out for any RPG fan. Although it could use a lot more content, fine-tuning, and options to reward long-time fans such as myself, what's here is still a treasure trove of delightful RPG goodness.
  2. NintendoWorldReport
    Aug 23, 2019
    80
    While problems with this port and a lack of modernized tweaks make Grandia less of a slam dunk to recommend, this is still a relatively hidden gem from the late ‘90s that is worth trying or rediscovering. The graphics might not be as pleasant, the writing might have some cringey moments, and odds are you’ll come across a few out-of-place bugs, but Grandia’s battle system helps to overcome those drawbacks alongside its endearing characters and world. At the very least, Grandia stands tall next to its other late ‘90s contemporaries. So much so that I can envision the plucky star Justin trying to convince Cloud and Barrett from Final Fantasy VII that he’s an adventurer who rightfully deserves a seat at their theoretical table of classic, genre-defining RPGs.
  3. Switch Player
    Sep 23, 2019
    80
    While a little pricey and devoid of extras, GRANDIA HD Collection nonetheless means you have two excellent classic JRPGs that gives its unrivaled battle system another chance to shine.
  4. GameSpace
    Sep 11, 2019
    75
    The Grandia HD Collection contains an awesome soundtrack, fair visuals, and fairly decent story. Both games combat is very fluid and has that something that newer games are missing with their combat system I think.
  5. SpazioGames
    Sep 9, 2019
    70
    Both Grandia games deserved a much better treatment than the one GungHo gave them, and we really hope the publisher will support the game in the coming weeks, but the sheer value of the titles inside this package is enough to recommend a buy nonetheless for any Switch owner.
  6. TheSixthAxis
    Aug 23, 2019
    70
    Grandia HD Collection is a wonderful entry point into a criminally under-discussed JRPG series. Both games are absolute classics, featuring wonderful characters, inventive gameplay and really astounding writing. Die-hard fans might take issue with the updated nature of the sprites in Grandia 1. Every player out there, meanwhile, is likely to be turned off by the constant performance issues of Grandia 2. This isn't a perfect release, but the pros still far outweigh the cons when it comes to having an accessible way to play these old-school gems.
  7. Nintendo Life
    Aug 25, 2019
    50
    It both succeeds and fails for entirely different reasons. The timeless quality and fun factor of the two games included make it unfair to give this one a low score, yet the shoddy work done on the porting and remastering holds it back from being worthy of a high one. On the whole, we’d give Grandia HD Collection a light recommendation, as it’s a great way both for newcomers to see what the fuss is about and for veterans to take a trip down memory lane. However, we say this with the caveat that you should probably wait for a sale and for the developers to deploy some patches to fix all the broken parts. The Grandia games deserve a much better remastering treatment than they’ve been given here, but Grandia HD Collection is nonetheless a respectable release.

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  1. Positive: 14 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
  1. Faol777
    Aug 20, 2019
    10
    You pretty much get exacty what you'd expect. It's a faithful port of 2 games with high-res sprites. Worth the money if you're a fan of theYou pretty much get exacty what you'd expect. It's a faithful port of 2 games with high-res sprites. Worth the money if you're a fan of the series or 90's rpg's in general.… Expand
  2. drewezbreezee
    Dec 8, 2022
    10
    I put 105 hours in so far and beat Grandia. The Grandia HD collection has exceeded all of my expectations on what videogames should be and I'mI put 105 hours in so far and beat Grandia. The Grandia HD collection has exceeded all of my expectations on what videogames should be and I'm mad at myself for letting it sit on my wishlist so long. Excellent collection. I'm not sure what they were like before the patches and updates but where they are now is exceptional. Especially Grandia. It's been a fantastic journey. I uncovered no flaws, botched saves, skipping or frame drops. The writing is cringe and the voice acting is bad, but the characters are lovable and the game has a lot of heart. Outside of final fantasy 7 and shining force, Grandia is my favorite rpg. There is no need for quality of life adjustments like faster battles, auto saves, or quicker summonings like some people have complained because battles and magic take place rather quickly and save spots are always within reach and right before a boss battle. There is no reason to make the games any easier so if I oversaw this collection release I wouldn't opt for qol adjustments either. Grandia 2 however is a different problem as it has already crashed on me once at the very first save point, it has forgotten my settings and I don't really care for Ryudo's attitude after seeing Justin's. He grows on you though. However it is 3d and looks really good. The writing is still cringe, but the voice acting is better. It could use some speed adjustments to the spell casting and their brief victory speech sometimes gets on my nerves. Grandia is a 10/10. Grandia 2 is a 7.75/10… Expand
  4. Remy2012
    Aug 18, 2019
    10
    Very good remaster. Yes it's missing some of the Saturn effects, but why is everybody rating this a 1 and turning away people that have neverVery good remaster. Yes it's missing some of the Saturn effects, but why is everybody rating this a 1 and turning away people that have never played the games? Especially when you dont on the remaster and are rating it a 1. All because you dont like the HD effects and are sour over the price? These games are must get for any RPG fan. Stop rating the games… Expand
  5. lipbochud
    Sep 9, 2019
    10
    Fantastic game, the visuals, the sound, everything was updated. I’m glad to play this game in a 65” tv and having this wonderful time! :)
  6. Cmdshepard
    Aug 17, 2019
    10
    This game takes two fantastic classics and makes them playable on current technology. Grandia itself is the weak link in this collection butThis game takes two fantastic classics and makes them playable on current technology. Grandia itself is the weak link in this collection but that is not saying a lot for the small upgrade it received the real gem is grandia 2 which has upgraded character models and some redone music for ones that where lost I am having a blast and hope everyone's gives this game a fair chance a 100 plus hours of gameplay for less than a full price game even if a bit dated still worth it in my opinion.… Expand
  7. whiskeyknight
    Aug 17, 2019
    10
    Great ports of amazing & timeless games. Though seemingly pricey, there’s 100’s of hours of content. Physical edition would be nice, however.
  8. Aeiden
    Aug 17, 2019
    0
    Great games, grandia 1 is a lazy port of the ps1 port of the saturn original. Grandia 2 is grandia 2 anniversary edition with widescreenGreat games, grandia 1 is a lazy port of the ps1 port of the saturn original. Grandia 2 is grandia 2 anniversary edition with widescreen support. Avoid these ports on switch. The modding community might eventually be able to salvage these abominations on steam but for now it's a hard no.… Expand

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