Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore

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6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 258 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 79 out of 258
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  1. Goodnightmoon
    Jun 7, 2021
    10
    This is a wonderful game that deserves way more recognition. While it may be a little too cheesy and it has some annoying anime tropes, TMS is a very special game.
    The setting and story are pretty unique, the characters are trying to make their way into the Japanese show business and along the way they have to fight with the obstacles of the industry and their own personal demons, this is    This is a wonderful game that deserves way more recognition. While it may be a little too cheesy and it has some annoying anime tropes, TMS is a very special game.
    The setting and story are pretty unique, the characters are trying to make their way into the Japanese show business and along the way they have to fight with the obstacles of the industry and their own personal demons, this is represented with demons and dungeons in a similar style as Persona.
    The gameplay is fantastic, one of the best combat systems of any JRPG ever, its addictive, accesible but deep and very eye-candy. The presentation of the game as a whole is really good, very vibrant and colorful with a ton of style. The music, while not my style, its really well produced and fitting with the game, its high quality J-pop for the most part.
    The whole vibe of the game is quite light-hearted, maybe a bit too much for a Shin Megami Tensei spin-off but its really charming and quite engaging.
    An absolute gem, a game that always makes me happy, great gameplay, great presentation, likeable characters, unique story, its just really good.    … Expand
  2. Bure1088
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    Shame on all of you that rated this so low. This game may have a fairly uninteresting main character but the support characters are more lively and the combat is awesome. At first this game was kinda boring but once it picks up, I was hooked and played it for hours at a time. Not every game does that for me. If you like persona type games then give this game a try.
  3. weskergamer
    Mar 22, 2020
    9
    I never played the original Wii U game, but i am so happy that Nintendo ported it. This is one of the most fun rpg games i had ever play, the combat system is great and the characters very charismatics. I didn't care much about the story, only when they were doing Fire Emblem references, that were so damn cool for me. A very recommendable game
  4. greninjaX
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    one of the best JRPGs on the switch. very under rated. has very little to do with shin megami tensei or fire emblem, but you know what, that's ok.
  5. JulioZamudio
    Aug 21, 2020
    10
    If you enjoy the gameplay of the Megami Tensei series, this game is right for you. The story is focused in the entertainment industry in Japan from idols to models. It may be unappealing for some, but behind it , there's a great story with well-rounded characters and backstories.
  6. foolishren
    Apr 4, 2020
    8
    It's not a perfect game. The main protagonist is pretty boring tbh. All he really does is support the other characters and be dense when it come to romance stuff. The combat you need to do sessions or you have little chance of winning. And sidequests are basic gather this or kill these. The party members sidequests have story though.
    I think one reason this game didn't do as well is    It's not a perfect game. The main protagonist is pretty boring tbh. All he really does is support the other characters and be dense when it come to romance stuff. The combat you need to do sessions or you have little chance of winning. And sidequests are basic gather this or kill these. The party members sidequests have story though.
    I think one reason this game didn't do as well is because people thought it would be different with the smt x fire emblem theme. And honestly I was too. But it's still an enjoyable game.    … Expand
  7. LolInTheDark
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've honestly enjoyed this game ad much as I ever enjoyed a RPG.
    I can't probably say this is "the best rpg ever", but I can sure say "this RPG is one of the most unique" I ever played.
    The artistic content is itself worth playing the game.
    I've lost myself in re-watching most of the video content and enjoyed as never before watching over and over battle animations (which, don't get me wrong, as every JRPG are substantially always the same).
    The battle system itself is genuinely beautiful, even being based on the not-so-special persona-like system.
    Moreover, skins are great (for all the baby-crying jerk out there, yeah, I enjoyed skins even if censorship took away most of the fan-service from the game) and I never lost myself so much in changing and appreciating theme during a game.
    Overall, this game is artistically impeccable and this itself is enough to give a rate deserved from UNIQUE games.    … Expand
  8. GamErin8622
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    Tokyo Mirage #FE (Encore) is a brightly-colored, silly, and very fun experience. With interesting characters, stunning graphics, fun gameplay, and downright amazing music, it’s one of my favorite RPGs, if not my favorite. The gameplay, while not extremely deep, is still very stylish and enjoyable. I was having so much fun with it, I accidentally grinded all of my characters to level 90Tokyo Mirage #FE (Encore) is a brightly-colored, silly, and very fun experience. With interesting characters, stunning graphics, fun gameplay, and downright amazing music, it’s one of my favorite RPGs, if not my favorite. The gameplay, while not extremely deep, is still very stylish and enjoyable. I was having so much fun with it, I accidentally grinded all of my characters to level 90 before chapter four. Speaking of chapters, there’s only six (plus the prologue), so the game’s a little bit shorter than I’d like. Even with its short length (for an Atlus JRPG, of course), the game we do have oozes style and charm with its likable characters and music. The short length also kind of affects the characters; with only six chapters, each character only has three side stories (like Confidants from P5R, but a bit longer and minus having to get friendship points, with one exception), but they’re still well-developed and fit into the team. And since most of them are singers, the music has a wonderful J-Pop theme. Standout tracks include: “Give me!!” (my favorite), the theme song “Reincarnation”, and the very cute “Raindrop Memories”. The vocal tracks are all absolutely fantastic (take a listen if you haven’t!).
    Among all the bright colors, there’s also the evil Mirages whom our main characters work to defeat. Going along with that, the plot is a typical save-the-world adventure set in Tokyo. The plot, while nothing special, works well enough. The main focus isn’t really that; it’s more about the characters and their careers. The game also has its dungeons, and they’re all good. Dungeon crawling wasn’t my favorite thing about the game, and I got lost quite a bit in the photographer’s dungeon, but progressing and finding treasure chests was still satisfying, and the puzzles were interesting (I used a guide for the maid dress one, though).
    Encore doesn’t add a lot, but it adds some: a couple more characters can now help you chain attacks (these chains are called Sessions) and that adds even more to the already very team-based battle system. The updated version also adds more costumes for the characters and even a new song: “She Is...” which is pretty dang good.
    I only have a few real problems with this wonderful game: the short length (again, for an Atlus game), the small party size (only three; having only three party members bugs me, always has), and how characters slide out of focus after their arc’s done (Touma, Ellie, and Mamori all suffer this). Other than that, though, it’s one of my favorite Switch games and one of my favorite games in general.    … Expand
  9. XanderSo156
    Jan 6, 2021
    8
    One of the greatest JRPG's on the switch, and id even say one of the best recent JRPG's. The battle system is one of the best ive played (I even prefer it over P5 Royal's system), and while each character starts out feeling like a normal anime caricature they're all fleshed out greatly. Also, while the game makes references to the SMT and Fire Emblem games, you can play this with zeroOne of the greatest JRPG's on the switch, and id even say one of the best recent JRPG's. The battle system is one of the best ive played (I even prefer it over P5 Royal's system), and while each character starts out feeling like a normal anime caricature they're all fleshed out greatly. Also, while the game makes references to the SMT and Fire Emblem games, you can play this with zero knowledge of either franchise and understand almost everything other than some nods those two franchises.
    Even if you don't like the idol genre of anime and games (i'm not a big fan of it either) I suggest you look past it as there's a great game underneath it.

    One thing: this is NOT a persona game. There is not deep social links like in the persona series. Many people in the negative user reviews don't seem to understand that Shin Megami Tensei and Persona are different series that are just linked and expected social links in this game. Its not Persona x Fire Emblem, its SMT x Fire Emblem.

    I should probably also touch on the Fire Emblem aspects of this game. Story wise, Fire Emblem characters play a big part which increases as the game goes on, but at the end of the day this is very much a Shin Megami Tensei Game with Fire Emblem Characters in it, not the other way around or even an even mix of the two game's playstyles.

    Overall, if you are even remotely interested in JRPG's id check this game out. Great Story/Characters, fantastic turn based combat and dungeon crawling, and the soundtrack is incredible.    … Expand
  10. Afenger
    Jan 19, 2020
    9
    Um Jrpg que poucos tiveram a oportunidade de jogar no Wiiu onde eu terminei, neste port para Switch nao se teve um ganho real na parte visual, nem se quer o uso mais apurado do hd rumble, isso somado as poucas novidades inclusas nao o coloca em prioridade para quem jogou no Wiiu, espero que venha ter uma continuavção com novos personagens de Fire Emblem.
  11. Rpg89
    Jan 17, 2020
    10
    Amazing... the disappointment of not getting a persona 5 on the switch is being cured by this game. Forget about censorship and just play the game, if you're a fan of persona series or SMT you will enjoy this game. Didn't play on wii U back in the days. But this switch version i believe is the best. Faster loading screen and beautiful in handheld.
  12. NelsonVGC
    Jan 17, 2020
    10
    Colourful and entertaining. Battle system is fantastic! I’m glad I’m given a chance to play this gem as I had no WiiU. Amazing port! Worth the price for any JRPG lover.
  13. Gamingking007
    Jan 19, 2020
    10
    Amazing jrpg! The graphics are a little outdated but the story , gameplay and everything else is perfectly polished and implemented! If you loved any of the persona series and enjoyed the characters of fire emblem then don’t even ask yourself if it’s worth trying! It is WORTH BUYING! What an unexpected treasure ! Thanks Atlus once again for a masterpiece !
  14. dundee
    Feb 22, 2020
    9
    i think someone gave review-bomb to this game, what's with so many negatives in just short time?
  15. Sunshadow87
    May 8, 2020
    8
    Es difícil valorar este juego como fan de FE y de SMT. Lo primero es que penséis en él como un SMT con personajes de FE y temática muy desenfadada.
    Si te gustan los sistemas de combate de los JRPGS, disfrutaras este juego ya que es sin lugar a dudas lo mejor de él. Adictivo, pudiendo estar horas batallando sin llegar a cansar.
    El resto de aspectos del juego son simplemente decentes, pero    Es difícil valorar este juego como fan de FE y de SMT. Lo primero es que penséis en él como un SMT con personajes de FE y temática muy desenfadada.
    Si te gustan los sistemas de combate de los JRPGS, disfrutaras este juego ya que es sin lugar a dudas lo mejor de él. Adictivo, pudiendo estar horas batallando sin llegar a cansar.
    El resto de aspectos del juego son simplemente decentes, pero lejos de ser memorables: personajes, historia, etc (las mazmorras son bastante decentes y diferentes eso sí).
    El computo completo lo convierte en un juego muy disfrutable pero también olvidable. Si te gusta el genero lo disfrutaras mucho, o también si eres fan de la cultura del Jpop.
    Si no estas en estos grupos seguramente deberías probar primero con otros jrpgs o buscar una manera de probar el juego previamente.    … Expand
  16. Oldskoolberk
    Jan 25, 2020
    8
    I am not one who typically plays JRPG games and I hesitated to get this but I am very glad I got this game. The graphics are ok but the play and the controls are excellent. I like the strategy of this game and how it plays out. There are a few things that could improve on albeit trivial such as finding exactly where to go for missions and so forth but aside from that I have reallyI am not one who typically plays JRPG games and I hesitated to get this but I am very glad I got this game. The graphics are ok but the play and the controls are excellent. I like the strategy of this game and how it plays out. There are a few things that could improve on albeit trivial such as finding exactly where to go for missions and so forth but aside from that I have really enjoyed playing this game.… Expand
  17. Scven
    Feb 27, 2020
    10
    Plays like a really good JRPG, has a persona feel to it with fire emblem characters 10/10 would buy again
  18. HeyNacho
    Apr 11, 2020
    9
    I absolutely enjoyed more than expected this game. The battle system is so much fun. Sessions aka combos, are great dynamic attacks that links one after each other. The game is episodic, every chapter centers around aspects of entertainment industry, like modeling, acting, singing, etc. The plot is rather simple, but I don't see the problem on that, since the characters are witty and fun,I absolutely enjoyed more than expected this game. The battle system is so much fun. Sessions aka combos, are great dynamic attacks that links one after each other. The game is episodic, every chapter centers around aspects of entertainment industry, like modeling, acting, singing, etc. The plot is rather simple, but I don't see the problem on that, since the characters are witty and fun, and the real protagonist is one of the players partners, Tsubasa Oribe. The graphics are Ok, but gameplay and controls are outstanding. The music is great, provided by Avex Track. I was hesitant to play this, as the Wii U version was surrounded by a lot of unfair and malicious feedback, but this game deserves a chance. It may not be the SMT X FE we all were hoping for, but it's a good game under all the undeserved criticisms.… Expand
  19. Luckenzio
    Jan 18, 2020
    10
    Incredibly charming game. The battle system is very fun and the colorful aesthetic grows on you. The story is kind of whatever but most of the main cast barring the MC are actually very solid characters with lots of funny interactions.
  20. Gustrash
    Jan 17, 2020
    9
    This game is really good! I've played the Wii U version and I fall in love with it
  21. NouZeM
    Jan 19, 2020
    9
    Un juego que no es para todo el mundo, pero que no merece las malas palabras que está recibiendo por parte de los medios españoles.
    Juegazo con todas las letras.
  22. Bruh69
    Feb 17, 2020
    10
    Another great JRPG by Atlus. It has amazing gameplay and graphics. My only problem with the game is that they censored some things for the international release.
  23. pockets6794
    Jan 17, 2020
    9
    This game doesn't have much FE content but the game itself is colourful, light-hearted and fun.
  24. ColorMeSchad
    Jan 26, 2020
    9
    The lack of English voice acting is the only thing that, in my opinion, is holding the game back from being truly special, but it’s definitely a really fun time - especially the combat.

    Also, Kiria = best girl.
  25. Starfree
    Jan 21, 2020
    9
    Amazing Game on Wii U, and amazing game on switch! This is my favorite Wii U game, and there’s not a lot of new content that the switch version added but what they did is amazing. And the load times are almost non existent in the switch version, there clearly was a massive technical upgrade. Any fan of Persona or shin megami tensei will love this game. My one gripe about this game is thatAmazing Game on Wii U, and amazing game on switch! This is my favorite Wii U game, and there’s not a lot of new content that the switch version added but what they did is amazing. And the load times are almost non existent in the switch version, there clearly was a massive technical upgrade. Any fan of Persona or shin megami tensei will love this game. My one gripe about this game is that it’s too short but that not entirely a bad thing. The music is what makes this game so incredible tho, and imo there has yet to be a game that beat this game out in music. This game is also extremely anime! So weebs check it out! :p… Expand
  26. MarkDream35
    Feb 8, 2020
    8
    A bit easy even on higher difficulties. The game is more repetitive than other modern Shin Megami Tensei games I have played. Still fun, and I'd recommend it to anyone who likes turn based RPGs.
  27. Manchester_20
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    Para los fans de este tipo de juegos de nicho es muy bueno, definitavente Nintendo acertó con este port, encantado de el.
  28. TuffinUp
    Jan 18, 2020
    8
    Not for everyone. But it does what it set out to don’t fantasticly. Super fun combat system. Never had a Wii U, so I’m super happy I got to play this on my switch.
  29. AstralXF
    Jan 19, 2020
    10
    Muito bom! Não comprei mas sei que é bom por que é e acabou, e pau no cu de Junior Flwww
  30. Wonkypotato
    Jan 17, 2020
    9
    If you are looking for a persona style game fix then this is an definite purchase. Thought I would hate how cutesy and poppy it all was but it turns out I really enjoyed this one. Fantastic game on the go aswell.
  31. gaboblack
    Jan 30, 2020
    10
    Este juego es increíble! Una experiencia unica llena de música pegadiza y un gran sistema de combate, un JRPG altamente recomendado para los fans del género.
  32. zjyy13
    Feb 29, 2020
    10
    Very very a good game！！The malicious negative feedback NMSL！Very very a good game！！The malicious negative feedback NMSL！
  33. eriestmo
    Feb 18, 2020
    10
    I love it!! perfect combination for Fire Emblem and Shin Megami Tensei, I recommend it to everyone
  34. Myronjfs
    Jun 28, 2020
    9
    A very colourful, charming and fun crossover of Persona and Fire Emblem games, full of every cute JRPG trope you can think of. I played this on the Wii U and found it to be a very enjoyable game and this time around is no different. There isn't much changed in this version, although some added extras (new songs, training ground, dungeon, sessions etc) and some censorship. Personally not aA very colourful, charming and fun crossover of Persona and Fire Emblem games, full of every cute JRPG trope you can think of. I played this on the Wii U and found it to be a very enjoyable game and this time around is no different. There isn't much changed in this version, although some added extras (new songs, training ground, dungeon, sessions etc) and some censorship. Personally not a problem for me, it doesn't affect much, but there are a few people displeased with this. If it's your first time playing, you wouldn't even know.

    The battle system is pretty fresh, it is not an overly difficult game (even in hard mode) but it is incredibly fun and flashy. All of the characters of likeable, the design of the game is unique and carries that special flair that Persona games have.

    It is well worth your time, so pick it up and give it a go, it oozes charm and will grip you instantly!    … Expand
  35. Lesh0
    Mar 6, 2020
    10
    I still haven`t finished the game but for now i can say that i really like the combat and character design. The text is very clear and readable really how they should make game dialogue text!! 10/10 . Started it 5 days ago and i wont put it down till i finish it . I also really like the story but as i see many people dont really like it so this is personal thing some like it some dont. II still haven`t finished the game but for now i can say that i really like the combat and character design. The text is very clear and readable really how they should make game dialogue text!! 10/10 . Started it 5 days ago and i wont put it down till i finish it . I also really like the story but as i see many people dont really like it so this is personal thing some like it some dont. I just dont understand the review bombing of this amazing Title and really deserves more love overall but for now is one of the best releases of 2020 !!… Expand
  36. Kenmei
    Jan 23, 2020
    8
    Objectively speaking, this is a very good JRPG from the end of the Wii U's life cycle that didn't get a lot of attention when it first came out. It felt like a precursor to Persona 5's visual style and the combat was excellent, some of my favorite combat sequences in JRPG's to date. While the story is a VERY cookie-cutter JRPG/Anime snorefest (with a ton of "Friendship is Magic!" sceneriosObjectively speaking, this is a very good JRPG from the end of the Wii U's life cycle that didn't get a lot of attention when it first came out. It felt like a precursor to Persona 5's visual style and the combat was excellent, some of my favorite combat sequences in JRPG's to date. While the story is a VERY cookie-cutter JRPG/Anime snorefest (with a ton of "Friendship is Magic!" scenerios throughout), the characters are fairly fun and entertaining to play through it with.
    However, if you had, like me, played the game on the Wii U, there's nothing here that would would constitute a second play-through. There is one very basic and short extra dungeon that adds next to the nothing to the game, except to get a few new costumes and 1 brand new song. That's it. Personally, that makes this closer to a 6-7 for me since I was under the impression there was more here for returning players. However I can't deny how good the game actual is and how well it functions for people who may have not played a Persona game before and are wanting to see what they're like before diving into P5: Royal in a few months. For that reason, this game is a solid 8/10    … Expand
  37. Tomerv
    Feb 4, 2020
    8
    Great and interesting game play but the story is the best and sometimes there are terrible loading but the gameplay shines through so this gets a 8/10
  38. Nintendoboyblog
    Feb 18, 2020
    10
    I love it!! perfect combination for Fire Emblem and Shin Megami Tensei, I recommend it to everyone
  39. Kndygrm
    Jan 30, 2020
    8
    Gameplay is great! Reminds me a lot like the Persona games. The story was engaging and the art style A+ . The story was good, I liked the plot premise, but honestlyThe ending left me unsatisfied. Another issue I had was some text that had been mixed up such as “And I’m poing to groove it to you!” It should read “And I’m going to prove it to you” there was a bunch on this type of thingGameplay is great! Reminds me a lot like the Persona games. The story was engaging and the art style A+ . The story was good, I liked the plot premise, but honestlyThe ending left me unsatisfied. Another issue I had was some text that had been mixed up such as “And I’m poing to groove it to you!” It should read “And I’m going to prove it to you” there was a bunch on this type of thing throughout. still a really great game, I just would have expected it to have been fixed being this is a port, kind of a big issue to me personally. Overall it was a pretty fun game though. May it play again.… Expand
  40. Slyphert
    Feb 4, 2020
    10
    Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore is that kind of game that makes your day a little bit brighter in a realm of sadness. Atlus and Intelligent System did a really good job in this crossover. Of course, there are some flaws but the whole game is really outstanding.
    The combat is really dynamic and beautiful, it is a different kind of the turn based standard.
    Characters despite MC have good    Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore is that kind of game that makes your day a little bit brighter in a realm of sadness. Atlus and Intelligent System did a really good job in this crossover. Of course, there are some flaws but the whole game is really outstanding.
    The combat is really dynamic and beautiful, it is a different kind of the turn based standard.
    Characters despite MC have good personalities and their stories are very solid.
    The OST, specially the concert songs, are incredible enthralling, and most of the time you will find yourself cheering for the characters to get their roles and jobs they are so eager to have.
    I have never played the WiiU version, and I am glad that Nintendo brought this masterpiece to Switch, as I have said, it made my days a little brighter.    … Expand
  41. ValkyriaDG
    Nov 7, 2020
    8
    Este juego es increíble! Una experiencia unica llena de música muy pegadiza y un gran sistema de combate, un JRPG altamente recomendado para los fans del género. Eso si, el que solo venga en Inglés y en Francés puede Ser un impedimento para Algunoas personas.
  42. Weesst
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    At first I didn't think I would like the game, but after I gave it a try, I was pleasantly surprised, this is a very solid rpg, I enjoyed my playthrough
  43. daimon72
    Feb 17, 2022
    9
    The gameplay is TOP tier. I love the ability to make long chains of combos with party members. The very colorful, up-beat, JPOP tone of the game is visually appealing. I'm NOT a fan of JPOP or idols but I still found the character special moves entertaining due to their novelty and it seeming kinda goofy to me. All in all a good time if you don't take it too seriously. The dungeon puzzlesThe gameplay is TOP tier. I love the ability to make long chains of combos with party members. The very colorful, up-beat, JPOP tone of the game is visually appealing. I'm NOT a fan of JPOP or idols but I still found the character special moves entertaining due to their novelty and it seeming kinda goofy to me. All in all a good time if you don't take it too seriously. The dungeon puzzles and mechanics are very mediocre and so is the story. Even with this though, the gameplay is so great I feel I have to give this a high score.… Expand
  44. YamiKasai
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    Very underrated in the west compared to how good it is. Awesome combat system, characters and music also makes it a very enjoyable experience. A must-play JRPG on Switch and Wii U.

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 62 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 62
  3. Negative: 0 out of 62
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    May 1, 2020
    75
    It's probably kindest to think of Tokyo Mirage Sessions as a necessary stepping stone on the path to better games for everyone. [Issue #46 – May/June 2020, p. 74]
  2. ZTGD
    Mar 19, 2020
    90
    Time hasn’t aged this game one bit; I still found it as adorable as I did back in 2016. It is great that TMS is now available to a wider audience and hopefully will it get the sales it deserves. In my opinion it is not only the best JRPG on the Switch, but stands shoulder to shoulder with the best of all time.
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  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Mar 6, 2020
    79
    Compared to Wii U version, Encore offers not only prettier graphics, but new content as well. It’s not limited to a few new clothes or songs either; Encore has an additional storyline, as well as lots of nifty little additions. [Issue#243, p.52]
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