Triangle Strategy

 Switch
Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 109 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 102 out of 109
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 109
  3. Negative: 0 out of 109
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  1. Gamer Escape
    Mar 14, 2022
    70
    A lot of people have really raved about Triangle Strategy and held it up as an excellent game. I don’t think it’s a bad game, but I do think that it’s ultimately just an alright one. It’s solid and functional, takes too long to get to its plot, has some awkwardness that prevents me from really falling in love with it, and has some fun parts that don’t eliminate those issues even as they make things a bit better. And if you’re like me and still looking out for more Final Fantasy Tactics… well, keep waiting. This ain’t it.
  2. Gamer.nl
    Mar 7, 2022
    65
    Triangle Strategy tells a deep political story on a grand scale, packed with unique characters, betrayals and twists and turns. Unfortunately, there is no real interesting tactical gameplay.
  3. Metro GameCentral
    Mar 7, 2022
    60
    A visual novel that offers the occasional diversion into some engaging turn-based strategy but would’ve been infinitely better if it had curtailed it’s long-winded storytelling aspirations.
  5. RPG Site
    Mar 3, 2022
    70
    It may seem that I’m cold on Triangle Strategy, but that's really just because I think it lands just shy of greatness. Hardcore strategy fans may not truly enjoy this unless they keep their expectations in check, but otherwise, Triangle Strategy does a great job repackaging a classic genre for a modern generation. The narrative lacks the tact and nuance to be remembered alongside the greats, but it still offers an engaging war drama that kept me invested. It sacrifices complexity for approachability in both the story and gameplay, which works even if I have some reservations. If you’re looking for a great introduction SRPG or are desperate to get your fill on the Switch, Triangle Strategy should be on your radar.
  6. Digital Trends
    Mar 3, 2022
    50
    Triangle Strategy delivers smart tactics, but battles play second fiddle to its dull political lore.
  7. GamesRadar+
    Mar 3, 2022
    70
    Triangle Strategy is a great strategic battler, meshed with devilish politicking and weighty decisions. It’s just a shame the cast of characters never gets a chance to shine just as bright.
  8. CGMagazine
    Mar 3, 2022
    70
    Triangle Strategy feels like: “Oops, All Exposition,” and while I did find myself enjoying it at times, I found myself glazing over far too often. It’s clearly got a big story to tell, but at the expense of all the other gameplay, and it ends up feeling more like a visual novel with some combat encounters, so it can technically be called a game. I’ve no doubt people will find something to enjoy here, but speaking for myself—as someone who genuinely likes turn-based strategy games—I’ve had to really push myself to enjoy it, and I don’t know how many people will.
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  1. 3DJuegos
    Mar 3, 2022
    Triangle Strategy is must for Nintendo Switch owners who want to experience the power of enjoyment of a good RPG tactical game. [Recommended]
  2. Eurogamer
    Mar 3, 2022
    As a result of all this, despite its often glacial pace, Triangle Strategy is a dramatic, often engrossing tale of medieval conflict - and one that can sit proudly next to the games that inspired it. [Eurogamer Recommended]
  3. Polygon
    Mar 3, 2022
    In the end, it’s the lack of confidence that gets me. Because on paper, Triangle Strategy resembles my dream game. And at certain points, it comes pretty damn close. It just can’t help exerting a heavy hand to force-feed the story as it’s “meant to be.” Like a Lego employee kicking down my door to chastise me for ignoring the instruction manual, it rarely lets me build my own structure with the bricks piled in front of me.

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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 363 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 283 out of 363
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 363
  3. Negative: 46 out of 363
  1. Pandaboy5k
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    One of best switch games ever! A must get for Fire Emblem and FF Tactic fans! Great story and gameplay!
  2. viroodiem
    Mar 6, 2022
    6
    Actual review.

    Pros: Gorgeous visuals, though they can at times be a tiny bit janky. All in all its among the most pleasant to look at on    Actual review.

    Pros: Gorgeous visuals, though they can at times be a tiny bit janky. All in all its among the most pleasant to look at on switch. 9/10

    Music: As memorable and infectious as anything from Square. Though definitely not very unique. 7.5/10

    Mechanics: The games true sweet spot. The battles and systems are engaging without being overwhelming or impossible. Some can be quite challenging but for the most part hard but fair difficulty.9.5/10

    Cons:

    Script: Written like a middle school fan fiction of the War of the Roses. While it picks up later in the game its still very poorly written and expects a LOT of the player to endure completely unneeded linguistic flourishes that are strewn about haphazardly and add nothing to the plot but run time. 3/10

    Which brings to the worst element in the game

    Voice acting: Inexcusable. The voice actors all sound bored and disinterested. Too many of the voice actors sound nearly identical making characters indistinguishable. You would be better served to turn voice down to zero than listen to this because it is grating and really detracts from the game. It might be something you could overlook had it not been for how much narrative exposition went into the game. 0/10

    Pacing: Poor. Its too much like a JRPG pacing where it inexcusably takes like 2 hours worth of cut scenes before getting to any actual game play. Its worse here. In 7 hours of play there was all of 2 battle sequences. YMMV but dont expect much different. It takes far too much time trying to set up these three kingdoms and their strife at the expense of the player. Once it gets that out of the way and picks up the pace it becomes enjoyable but that is beyond the 10 hour mark. That is a MASSIVE commitment on the part of the player to slog through such poorly written and voice acted drek. 3.5/10

    Summary: 6/10
    If you can endure the horrendous voice acting and ball and chain pacing there is a true gem here. The mechanics and battles do make up for the terrible cliched and uninspired story once you actually get to them. I would almost say another year of development time would have benefitted this project but its not the technicals that are lacking, Someone should be fired for thinking the writing and voice acting was in any way acceptable. So it definitely drags the whole project down and inevitably this is a game that will quickly get traded in and in a year you will see copies of this for sale about 25-35 dollars because of the quality of those fatal flaws.

    Definitely worth a buy, but definitely not at full 60$ price tag.    … Full Review »
  3. Mangrove
    Mar 6, 2022
    5
    If you have an endless amount of money, this game is a fine addition to your Switch collection. However, I like to use the price tag on a gameIf you have an endless amount of money, this game is a fine addition to your Switch collection. However, I like to use the price tag on a game as a benchmark for my expectations. Up to 20 bucks would be a good buy or even a steal. 30 seems average and fair. But anything above it, especially the 60 euro triple A game standard price tag, is just better spent elsewhere. 60 bucks on a Switch nets you games like Breath of the Wild, Mario Odyssey and Fire Emblem: Three Houses. This game doesn't hold a candle to those games.

    The game looks like Final Fantasy Tactics Advanced with a bit more polish. That's a GBA game. Back then, in 2003, when the standards for games were a lot lower FFTA was a solid buy. paying 60 bucks 20 years later for basically a graphical update and a more expansive story just doesn't make sense considering what other studios are putting out on the Switch. If you ever get this on sale for 15-30 then read this review as a 7.5. This game definitely received some love and it does scratch that grid based tactics game itch if that's what you're looking for. The combat is fine, the story isn't really my favourite but it could be yours, and the spritework does look appealing if it's your thing. But for 60, I can't give it more than a 5.    … Full Review »
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