Metascore
60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 12
  2. Negative: 2 out of 12
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  1. Mar 26, 2019
    40
    Ultimately, there are many issues with The Caligula Effect: Overdose. There were many things in the game that I truly wanted to like, but unfortunately they do not save it from being a poor title. In its entirety, The Caligula Effect: Overdose is an underwhelming and mediocre experience from beginning to end.
  2. Mar 12, 2019
    40
    The Caligula Effect: Overdose has one good idea, and it squanders it with a bunch of other terrible choices.
User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 20 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 20
  2. Negative: 6 out of 20
  1. Apr 25, 2020
    8
    I can see why kids wouldn't enjoy a game like this since it falls more towards the pre-Persona 3 side of things. Specially the moronI can see why kids wouldn't enjoy a game like this since it falls more towards the pre-Persona 3 side of things. Specially the moron complaining about japanese tropes in a japanese game. For the adults that played Persona 1/2 (dual) you'll enjoy this title however I recommend you play this on the ps4 or pc as the switch version suffers in the framerate department. Full Review »
  2. Mar 13, 2019
    8
    The beauty of The Caligula Effect: Overdose is its simplicity. A lot of JRPGs are complicated, cumbersome, and require a lot of grindingThe beauty of The Caligula Effect: Overdose is its simplicity. A lot of JRPGs are complicated, cumbersome, and require a lot of grinding before you can progress further. The combat system here is easy to pick up on, the leveling system is streamlined, and the item menu navigation is easy to understand. Add to that the intriguing story, the amazing music, and the outstanding voice acting and you got yourself a solid JRPG. Fans and newcomers alike should really consider adding this to their collection. Full Review »
  3. Apr 3, 2019
    9
    I love this game. So many diverse characters, play as girl, upgraded graphics, great combat, great social commentary. It’s no wonder this gameI love this game. So many diverse characters, play as girl, upgraded graphics, great combat, great social commentary. It’s no wonder this game is a cult classic in Japan. Some minor technical issues and not the most high budget production, being a vita port. Full Review »