Triangle Strategy

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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 363 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 283 out of 363
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 363
  3. Negative: 46 out of 363
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  1. Starfree
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    Amazing game. As a strategy RPG it can’t compare to Fire Emblem. But the story is absolutely amazing. The branching paths add amazing replay value, I was well into my 3rd playthough until I hit burnout. The gameplay is amazing but the interface needs some work. FE’s battle menus are very easy to understand and they’re quick games to master. But this game idk what a 3rd of the stats do, andAmazing game. As a strategy RPG it can’t compare to Fire Emblem. But the story is absolutely amazing. The branching paths add amazing replay value, I was well into my 3rd playthough until I hit burnout. The gameplay is amazing but the interface needs some work. FE’s battle menus are very easy to understand and they’re quick games to master. But this game idk what a 3rd of the stats do, and I can never figure out what the enemies’ range is. The scales are what really brings this game to a 9/10 for me. Making choices that matter is awesome, but gathering evidence and making arguments to your party members based on their personalities is amazing. It encourages you to pay attention to the main cast and see what motivates them. Overall amazing game must play.… Expand
  2. ExoAxiom
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    Absolutely amazing tactical rpg. On the Mount Rushmore of TRPGs along with final fantasy tactics, shining force, and tactics ogre. A must play for fans of the genre.
  3. ultimacute
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Absolutely love this game. I'm so glad I bought this. Looking forward to play different paths and see multiple outcomes.… Expand
  4. Loo_oo
    Mar 21, 2022
    8
    Ce jeu est sublime, tant pour sa DA que pour son OST ! Le scénario est l'un des plus riche que j'ai vu dans le genre, avec un réel impact des choix sur le scénario. Il maîtrise les mécaniques des tacticals, mais il aurait pu atteindre la perfection si le rythme était là... car c'est pour moi son principal défaut. Les combats sont séparés de longues phases narratives, et d'exploration.Ce jeu est sublime, tant pour sa DA que pour son OST ! Le scénario est l'un des plus riche que j'ai vu dans le genre, avec un réel impact des choix sur le scénario. Il maîtrise les mécaniques des tacticals, mais il aurait pu atteindre la perfection si le rythme était là... car c'est pour moi son principal défaut. Les combats sont séparés de longues phases narratives, et d'exploration.

    Les + :
    - style graphique
    - musiques sublimes
    - les mecaniques du genre maîtrisées
    - les personnages charismatiques
    - le choix pour le doublage japonais/anglais
    Les - :
    - le rythme... très soporifique malheureusement
    - le nom du titre n'est vraiment pas très recherché, et je crains que cela lui porte préjudice sur le long terme.    … Expand
  5. Mgns55
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    What a wonderful story-driven game. If you like books, you don‘t shy away from medieval themes and you always wanted to be able to influence the story, this game is for you. I enjoyed the round-based tactics, the rpg elements just as much as I did the very good plot. Hope there is a successor in the works - well done, developers!
  6. cylerbear
    Mar 19, 2022
    4
    Doesnt quite hit the mark. The worlds vast story forces a large amount of exposition. Which would be fine with the ratio to battles evened out. The jarring exposition bettwen combat levels leaves my with broken immersion. It acts as a double edge sword also as it prevents learning new characters, trying out or switching your roster with the large amount of supporting characters you obtain.Doesnt quite hit the mark. The worlds vast story forces a large amount of exposition. Which would be fine with the ratio to battles evened out. The jarring exposition bettwen combat levels leaves my with broken immersion. It acts as a double edge sword also as it prevents learning new characters, trying out or switching your roster with the large amount of supporting characters you obtain. The game left something to be desired and didnt quite hit the mark like FFTA or the FireEmblem series… Expand
  7. Guedesmate
    Mar 18, 2022
    7
    amazing Gameplay, but takes a LOT to start, from the first to second battle it takes almost 1h of story so you get used to everyone, after that there aint much long scenes like that.

    story wise:it's a 10/10 for this Kind of game, Graphic wise:its a question of opinion ion if you like the style, for me its not good or bad the story battles: 10/10 so well made maps and encounters    amazing Gameplay, but takes a LOT to start, from the first to second battle it takes almost 1h of story so you get used to everyone, after that there aint much long scenes like that.

    story wise:it's a 10/10 for this Kind of game,

    Graphic wise:its a question of opinion ion if you like the style, for me its not good or bad

    the story battles: 10/10 so well made maps and encounters make every battle unique and fun

    Non story battles : 7/10 the non story battle are push overs with no fun just play for the XP/itens

    Customization 3/10 there is none, most stuff is based on level, you cant equip anything besides 2 accessories for each person. there is no class choices, you just level up until a upgraded class unlocks, and its the same as previous class with a new sprite + 2 skills then 1+ skill.

    the game is based in the story of your main party, the story is good, the main party is so/so and they change according to your choices, ALL Choices stats are hidden, but some are too obvious other are not.

    and here we get to the good part, the choices, there are so many that changes the course of game play, that is the high light, even that 80% of the choices are obvious if someone will like or not, also every 5m a message saying that you resolve changed will pop up, but since its a hidden stats... well

    and here the bad: the main party suck compared to the people with no story that joins... and you cant take everyone into to battle so you have to choose, good chars? or story important people that you can care?    … Expand
  8. sarisa
    Mar 18, 2022
    5
    For me this is the biggest disappointment in 2022 (so far).

    Triangle Strategy is unfortunately nowhere as good as Octopath Traveler... It's just average game. It may be important information for people who were excited about this game due to OT, like myself. I know it's different genre, and I very much like games like Fire Emblem (which I scored 8 or even 9 in case of Three Houses),    For me this is the biggest disappointment in 2022 (so far).

    Triangle Strategy is unfortunately nowhere as good as Octopath Traveler... It's just average game. It may be important information for people who were excited about this game due to OT, like myself.

    I know it's different genre, and I very much like games like Fire Emblem (which I scored 8 or even 9 in case of Three Houses), but it's not the point. Anyway, there has already been told enough about all drawbacks of Triangle Strategy in here, so please refer to other mixed comments which cover them honest in detailed way.

    I just wanted to warn all people who could possibly hope Triangle Strategy would be of similar quality to Octopath Traveler - there is a big chance you'll be disappointed :(

    Also, It's a pity to read all these "Very positive" comments with little justification. Not because of the other people opinions. It just makes me sad how much money they put nowadays into marketing and amplifying a product instead of making simply a good one. It makes me really sad, because if developers keep same trajectory in Octopath Traveler 2 one day, this could be disaster... :(    … Expand
  9. night4
    Mar 17, 2022
    7
    As usual, the 10s and 0s are all ignoring important points; the game deserves neither extreme.

    Pros: - Very fun turn based combat. This is the most important thing about the whole game. - The story is like "choose your own adventure" GoT. - Huge cast of unique characters - High replayability Cons: - The music is absolutely shockingly bad. Colossal disappointment after    As usual, the 10s and 0s are all ignoring important points; the game deserves neither extreme.

    Pros:
    - Very fun turn based combat. This is the most important thing about the whole game.

    - The story is like "choose your own adventure" GoT.

    - Huge cast of unique characters

    - High replayability

    Cons:
    - The music is absolutely shockingly bad. Colossal disappointment after hearing the Octopath Traveler soundtrack, which they just did not long ago. The music is extremely important in a game like this because it's designed after FFT... and the music was extremely important back then. because you're forced to listen to battle music for hours. The battle music in TS is just grating and repetitive. I had to turn it off, which says a lot.

    - The story blatantly "borrows" moments from GoT and FFT. Not original enough.

    - Story recaps "the story so far" over and over and over and unfolds very slowly.

    - Rewards on New Game+ do not scale with the increased difficulty. So, you can't afford upgrades for the first half of New Game+

    It would be 8.5-9 easily if not for the huge misstep of the soundtrack.    … Expand
  10. Pipboy10187
    Mar 17, 2022
    9
    One of the most enthralling stories ive played in a long time. My only complaint is wanting the recruitable characters to have a bigger impact on the story.
  11. Pad777
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    Fantastic game. A little slow for some, with lots of dialogue and lore, but with excellent battle and development systems, a nicely crafted story with beautiful graphics and lush audio design and soundtrack.
  12. Arturos
    Mar 16, 2022
    9
    playing it I have some nostalgic moments that reminded me of final fantasy tactic, but the more I play it the more I see a completely different game to final fantasy tactic and that's what makes it all triangle strategy a unique game
  13. GamesWorth
    Mar 16, 2022
    9
    If you can get through the story heavy 2 hours, you'll be greeted with an amazing experience with challenging combat and tough choices.
  14. krulemuk
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    One of my favorite tactical SRPGs of all time and easily one of the best games of this generation. Outstanding! I didn't expected this....
  15. brycekaleijay
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    Game far exceeded my expectations for something close to Final Fantasy Tactics or Tactic Ogre. I'm not saying it's better than those, but I have to absolutely celebrate the human grounded story and characters that oh so remind me of those amazing tactical games of yesterday, someone finally got it right. I enjoy the combat and quips a lot as well. Immerse yourself in this game and it'sGame far exceeded my expectations for something close to Final Fantasy Tactics or Tactic Ogre. I'm not saying it's better than those, but I have to absolutely celebrate the human grounded story and characters that oh so remind me of those amazing tactical games of yesterday, someone finally got it right. I enjoy the combat and quips a lot as well. Immerse yourself in this game and it's human story, it's worth it.… Expand
  16. UnknownDeath
    Mar 15, 2022
    5
    Whoever wrote the story for this game really thought their audience would be captivated with dull political lore and hidden nuances within the story. I have probably skipped like 6 early game cutscenes waiting for the next battle. Even octopath wasn't this bad. Square Enix dropped the ball on this Story wise. Gameplay is what you'd expect out of a tactical rpg. Nothing blew me away.
  17. TU84
    Mar 15, 2022
    9
    This game is a must buy for Switch owners who like strategy RPGs and narratively focused games. The story is compelling and well written, though can feel rather drawn out sometimes. I think the gameplay itself is excellent; even on normal difficulty, I find myself thinking very carefully about how to use all the resources and map design to my advantage. The battles are challenging, but itThis game is a must buy for Switch owners who like strategy RPGs and narratively focused games. The story is compelling and well written, though can feel rather drawn out sometimes. I think the gameplay itself is excellent; even on normal difficulty, I find myself thinking very carefully about how to use all the resources and map design to my advantage. The battles are challenging, but it never feels unfair.

    I especially love the conviction and voting system. This might be the first game in which it truly feels like EVERY minor gameplay decision actually affects my experience later on. It's frustrating when I can't convince certain characters to go with my choice, but that's a great thing; all of the characters you meet have distinct personalities and motivations, and the game really lets them shine. Some voice actors aren't great (though some of them are excellent, and I appreciate the full voice acting!), and the decision to use medieval vocabulary and spellings feels rather silly sometimes, but it doesn't detract that much from my overall experience.

    Overall, this game is an instant classic for me, and I look forward to future entries for this type of strategy RPG.    … Expand
  18. ChiefScarneck
    Mar 13, 2022
    8
    I'm not gonna lie, tactical RPGs aren't one of my favorite genres of games. They're hit or miss with me and often can't play them for long sessions. Triangle Strategy was a game that broke that mold and found myself enjoying it more than I seriously thought I would.

    The game's challenge doesn't end with the battles themselves, it also includes several of the difficult choices the game    I'm not gonna lie, tactical RPGs aren't one of my favorite genres of games. They're hit or miss with me and often can't play them for long sessions. Triangle Strategy was a game that broke that mold and found myself enjoying it more than I seriously thought I would.

    The game's challenge doesn't end with the battles themselves, it also includes several of the difficult choices the game forces you to make throughout the game. There's a number of games with moral testing choices that I spend more time than I really should on, but choices you have to make in Triangle Strategy are choices that you may find yourself spending an entire day thinking over. Often times, you're faced with choices that are either both good or both bad, really testing your convictions. I initially thought this conviction testing mechanic would just be a simple means of unfolding the story a certain way, but rather it's a situation that makes you question some of your own values and weigh the possible outcomes between the one choice or another. It wasn't something I expected to have such a profound effect on how the game is played and how the events of the story unfold. I gotta hand it to the writers of the story, who put a lot of thought and care into developing a 3rd dimensional world with several 3rd dimensional characters portrayed in HD-2D.

    As tactical RPGs go, it's one of my favorite non-Fire Emblem games. I still prefer Fire Emblem: Three Houses for Switch tactical RPGs for its variety of gameplay options and more colorful cast, but Triangle Strategy has plenty of charm and things going for it that it's definitely worth getting. There's a ton of characters to recruit, a lot of story to unravel, and the writing style is one of my all time favorites in a medieval age setting. This is a recommended game for anyone who enjoys a deep, thought provoking story where your decisions actually matter.    … Expand
  19. Bleudl
    Mar 13, 2022
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I tried to like this game but it's just lacking. The story pacing is slow that made me keep on putting the game down and do other stuff. Just didn't keep my interest outside of the battles. Characters definitely lacking skills or far too similar with one another: 3 elemental spells, push, multiple slash tiles, pretty much it. And what I dislike the most, there's one ending where you need to do veeeery specific choices in the game. I would've been fine that there'd be multiple paths to reach such ending, but with the way how the game is so slow, 1 playthrough is enough for me. Game is pretty though, but the graphics isnt as crisp as I thought it was gonna be. When I look at it hard, I find it hazy and cloudy. Character promotion could've been nicer but then again, it's just 1 path. No other choices. Only special thing about this is its 2D HD and a lil bit of a story that tries.… Expand
  20. SilverGaming01
    Mar 13, 2022
    8
    Triangle Strategy is a game that makes you consider actions and their consequences carefully. Don't let its simple graphics fool you. Beneath its pixel art style is a deeply nuanced story of political intrigue and scheming. Honestly, at times I got some serious Game of Thrones vibes. Actions (sometimes seemingly small in nature) can have noticeable impacts on later parts of the narrative.Triangle Strategy is a game that makes you consider actions and their consequences carefully. Don't let its simple graphics fool you. Beneath its pixel art style is a deeply nuanced story of political intrigue and scheming. Honestly, at times I got some serious Game of Thrones vibes. Actions (sometimes seemingly small in nature) can have noticeable impacts on later parts of the narrative. Something as small as not helping a certain character at one point can have them turn on you quite dramatically later on.

    Combat plays out like Fire Emblem, but without the constant worry of permadeath that the aforementioned series is known for. The array of unit types is wide enough to keep combat interesting and engaging for a long period of time. I've currently played the game for around thirty five hours and reached chapter thirteen.

    At times you really must act with caution when considering unit placement and terrain. These become key components to securing victory, as you're oftentimes outnumbered.

    For me however, one of the game's most interesting mechanics is its voting system.

    As a young lord within a kingdom, you don't make single-handed decisions. You defer to your closest friends and allies for guidance. From there, two or three choices are given to you on how to tackle a specific situation. You then vote on it, and the majority decision is put into action. This doesn't mean you aren't free to negotiate with your friends and comrades, however. You're given the means to talk them around to your way of thinking should you wish to pursue a certain path.

    My only gripe with this game, and it may just be a personal thing, is the difficulty of one or two levels. A couple of them feel a touch unfair. A few enemies have moves which can be easily abused, all while your cast of characters are left ill-equipped to deal with them due to situational reasons.

    All in all though, Triangle Strategy is a must try for those of you who like tactical RPG's and enjoy deeply engaging storytelling. I'd give it a solid 8.5 if that were an option, while deducting just a small amount from what would've been an overall score of 9 if not for the slight issues with combat I just mentioned.    … Expand
  21. Davel33123
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    This game is epic its the best game I've played on switch it's right up there with breath of the wild for me . Sad thing is hardly anyone will have the patience to play it
  22. Tkrantz
    Mar 12, 2022
    4
    Can’t get over the absurd amount of dialogue and handholding. Looks cool, so points there…
  23. tubbyy-custard
    Mar 11, 2022
    9
    Phenomenal game with a great story line and so many political layers built on top that add suspense, excitement and surprise. The conviction mechanic is great and you have an affinity for the characters. Its very much like Game of Thrones. The battles themselves are absorbing.
  24. kapitanpingwin
    Mar 10, 2022
    4
    I really wanted to like it. Put maybe 20 hours into the game, trying to give it a chance, but ultimately deleted it. The game feels hollow, encourages/requires boring grind, and bores with delivery of ambitious story. It would be fair value at $20 but not at current steep 60$.

    The good: - Battle system scratched the FFT/Fire Emblem itch - diffficulty is on point, controls are great and    I really wanted to like it. Put maybe 20 hours into the game, trying to give it a chance, but ultimately deleted it. The game feels hollow, encourages/requires boring grind, and bores with delivery of ambitious story. It would be fair value at $20 but not at current steep 60$.

    The good:
    - Battle system scratched the FFT/Fire Emblem itch - diffficulty is on point, controls are great and the class system works well.
    - Music. Very well done here.

    The bad:
    - The game is basically graphic novela with a bit of action sprinkled around long cut-scenes. In comparison to FFTA & FFTA2 it feels hollow, backstories are just text-only scenes on maps you’ll never access in battle (so much wasted potential).
    - Story isn’t bootstrapped well - too many characters introduced too fast on top of the history lesson is not engaging at all.
    - The grind of getting to recommended level with the “bar fights” is just sad in comparison to richness of quests in FFTA series.
    - Flat characters - heroes are boring do-gooders, and baddies are literally Hitler.
    - The voting system - I know some people like it but I found it frustrating, especially with the esoteric conviction system backing it.    … Expand
  25. TheW4tchT0wer
    Mar 10, 2022
    0
    I give it a 0 because I've been trying to play this interactive novel (not a game) for two days in my sparse downtime. The only thing I've played is one battle and had to watch like 2 hours of boring, in-game cutscenes. Maybe the game is good, but I don't know because all I've seen is just trash expositional dialogue and I haven't gotten to play anything except 'advance the dialogue.'I give it a 0 because I've been trying to play this interactive novel (not a game) for two days in my sparse downtime. The only thing I've played is one battle and had to watch like 2 hours of boring, in-game cutscenes. Maybe the game is good, but I don't know because all I've seen is just trash expositional dialogue and I haven't gotten to play anything except 'advance the dialogue.' Dreadful. I'll probably just go back and replay Vandal Hearts to scratch the TRPG itch.… Expand
  26. Nuhman1990
    Mar 10, 2022
    8
    The story and battle is really fun !
    If you’re JRPG fan definitely you should try this game !! Only concern is for someone who don’t like to read many texts and too cutscenes and slow pace games then you might feel little boring because there are many texts and cutscenes!! (I loved it
  27. Kaparkin
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Excellent gameplay with great story. The games allows a lot of choices with multiple different outcomes for replays. The story reminded me of game of thrones and gameplay was top tier. Any tactics fans need to play this.
  28. jholden3249
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    I don't rate games often- only when I adore them so much I feel like shouting from the rooftops, or hate them so much I need to vent. Triangle Strategy has turned out to be quite the hidden gem. It's way better than Octopath Traveler or Bravely Default 2. The gameplay is immaculate.  The story and characters and dialog is gripping and enthralling. Chapters 1-3 start off a bit slow, as itI don't rate games often- only when I adore them so much I feel like shouting from the rooftops, or hate them so much I need to vent. Triangle Strategy has turned out to be quite the hidden gem. It's way better than Octopath Traveler or Bravely Default 2. The gameplay is immaculate.  The story and characters and dialog is gripping and enthralling. Chapters 1-3 start off a bit slow, as it properly sets the table for what's to come. Then it pops off in Chapter 4, and it's full tilt from there on out! I haven't felt this enamored with an srpg in years. Probably since Fire Emblem Awakening. It's SO GOOD!!! It's so dang good. I daydream about playing this game at work. That's how addicted I am. And it hits hard. The game isn't afraid to embrace gritty war and death. Not like those games that are too afraid to let characters die. I HIGHLY recommend this game. I'm giving it the full 10/10. Games like this are extremely rare.… Expand
  29. riezeleonhart
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    One of my favorite tactical/strategy games that's out for the switch, alongside Fire Emblem Three Houses. One of my only main issues is the inconsistent quality on the English voice acting. Some may get turned off by the long and exposition heavy cutscenes especially at the beginning, but I've personally enjoyed them.
  30. truthbetold1981
    Mar 9, 2022
    0
    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
  31. roychen
    Mar 9, 2022
    6
    The gameplay is great, but the plot is really boring and lengthy. 8/10 mechanics and 1/10 story.
  32. Kitiara
    Mar 9, 2022
    9
    An absolute must have for every jRPG fan. Minus one point due to not perfect balance between story/fight for my private preference.
  33. fragilous
    Mar 9, 2022
    9
    Art imitates life. Its about 3 countries fighting over negotiations, and importation of their main goods/services. You get to hear the good sides and bad sides from every citizen about how it feels like living in the world they are in. There's a lot of politics involved, and any decision made by the player greatly affects the story, the characters used/played, maps you play in, etc.Art imitates life. Its about 3 countries fighting over negotiations, and importation of their main goods/services. You get to hear the good sides and bad sides from every citizen about how it feels like living in the world they are in. There's a lot of politics involved, and any decision made by the player greatly affects the story, the characters used/played, maps you play in, etc.

    Before I got the game, I heard a lot of complaints about how long the story. But I think THE STORY IS THE GAME itself. The gameplay is not just the tactics-like battle, its also making decisions which are tied to certain values player believes in or wishes to follow.    … Expand
  34. Charsquatch
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Triangle Strategy is an excellent tactical strategy game. Drawing on the liniage of tactics ogre and final fantasy tactics, triangle strategy has a great story, challenging battles and intriguing characters. Where the game differs from the classics is where the game truly shines. The game is seperated into three parts, exploration, story and battle. In the exploratory section, you lookTriangle Strategy is an excellent tactical strategy game. Drawing on the liniage of tactics ogre and final fantasy tactics, triangle strategy has a great story, challenging battles and intriguing characters. Where the game differs from the classics is where the game truly shines. The game is seperated into three parts, exploration, story and battle. In the exploratory section, you look around a small area to talk to people and look for hidden items, depending on who you talk to and in what order, you can gather hidden information to be used in later desicions. After certain points in the game you will be faced with a decision. Here you will have to choose which one to make, and convince you advisors to agree. You make your arguments with any hidden knowledge you gained through you explosion, an take into account how your advisors think. Benedict is a very utilitarian and logical man, while Fredericka wants whatever brings less war and safety to the people of the people in the kingdom. You choices have significant impact on your war effort and the characters in your party. Triangle strategy may not be for everyone, but it is one of the best strategy RPGs in a long time.… Expand
  35. Oldbailey
    Mar 8, 2022
    9
    Excellent game. Top-notch strategy fused with a compelling story with many twists and turns. Looks and sounds beautiful. Worth every penny for fans of the genre.
  36. Tinola
    Mar 8, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A great game with a solid story, characters, and gameplay. Triangle Strategy clearly took inspiration from multitudes of SRPGs/JRPGs, such as; Fire emblem series, FF, SF etc. Although Triangle strategy took inspiration from these games, it failed to create something new that sets it above the rest, therefore it is nothing unique, though the progression of the cast's relationships makes up for it, you'll clearly see Serenoa and his retainers' character growth, which will immerse you to the story, leading for you to always look forward to the next chapter. It may be slow at first, but the pacing will get better as you progress. Also, the story has alot of plot twist, so look forward to that.… Expand
  37. Sergmastereview
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    The exact definition of a "must play":

    - Memorable characters
    - Interesting plot
    - Classic turn based strategy
    - Beautiful art-style

    And a lot of fun!
  38. vetiver
    Mar 8, 2022
    8
    I got the Tactician's Edition because I knew this was the game for me. There's a lot of text and, unfortunately, some of it is difficult for me to read sometimes. I really hope SE address this somehow because it's definitely taking away the enjoyment for me. The battle parts are very enjoyable but there not enough of them. The graphics and the music are top notch.
  39. Rpg89
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    This game is unbelievably so good that it will keep you glued to the story & lure of the events unfolding throughout your playthrough.. plus they've likeble characters in the game.

    Get ready for some love, twist, betrayal, loyalty, friendship, hope and war.
  40. SaykByGame
    Mar 8, 2022
    9
    Banda sonora, personajes y diseño artístico excelentes. La historia atrapa.

    Se hace un poco lento en ocasiones. Hecho en falta más combates.
  41. Pearin
    Mar 7, 2022
    9
    Great srpg! Difficulty moderate. Story one of the best. Gameplay very indepth.
  42. besiphilous
    Mar 7, 2022
    1
    I can't believe how boring and chorsesome this game is.

    - The story is absolute garbage. It develops slowly, only to be corny and doesn't stir up emotions like Octopath Traveler did. If you wanted a game on par with Octopath, this is not the game - Ckmbat is annyoing and i credibly boring. Back hits and team attacks in this game is so lackluster and uninteresting. - During battle,    I can't believe how boring and chorsesome this game is.

    - The story is absolute garbage. It develops slowly, only to be corny and doesn't stir up emotions like Octopath Traveler did. If you wanted a game on par with Octopath, this is not the game

    - Ckmbat is annyoing and i credibly boring. Back hits and team attacks in this game is so lackluster and uninteresting. - During battle, if you zoom out using ZR, you can never zoom back in woth ZL. It's stuck in this camera view until you end the foght...


    - Absolutely unpassionate, unmoving soundtrack. There is not a single track in this game worth listening to at all.

    There is nothing about this game worth playing for. I seriously regret buying this for $60. It looks like the planedmic and all the masks sapped the brain out of the developers.

    This game is total trash. The only people givong ot good revoews are paid reviewers. Remember Back 4 Blood? Yeah...fake reviews. You've been warned. Play the demo first before buying this. You'll see.    … Expand
  43. palastel
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    This game is what I've been looking for and so much more. While the start is a little slow on the get-go, when the ball gets rolling... it gets rolling. The drama and the deceit, the betrayals and the friendships, all of it feels wonderfully written and a pleasure to take in at your own pace. I especially appreciate this title seemingly being aimed at a more mature audience, given a numberThis game is what I've been looking for and so much more. While the start is a little slow on the get-go, when the ball gets rolling... it gets rolling. The drama and the deceit, the betrayals and the friendships, all of it feels wonderfully written and a pleasure to take in at your own pace. I especially appreciate this title seemingly being aimed at a more mature audience, given a number of older characters with very realistic and fun interactions. I can easily tell I'll be replaying this game countless times to see all the routes and endings! The combat is also super strategic and requires you to think ahead, even if you're playing on easy mode. Triangle Strategy is a must get if you'd like a proper rpg that doesn't feel like its overrun with young hot-headed protagonists and their influx of hot waifus.… Expand
  44. Starlord
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    This is coming from a person that hasn't completed a single Strategy game:

    The story and the llite the characters give almost always has me speculating one what they will do next. The "Scales of Conviction" leading the story to different paths is such an amazing concept, which makes this game have tons of replayability. I love the battle system in this game even tho it plays much like    This is coming from a person that hasn't completed a single Strategy game:

    The story and the llite the characters give almost always has me speculating one what they will do next. The "Scales of Conviction" leading the story to different paths is such an amazing concept, which makes this game have tons of replayability. I love the battle system in this game even tho it plays much like other strategy games the fact that every single character regardless if they are support, Damage, or healers, they all of different ways of going about their assigned tasks.

    Music is a huge part in my decision of getting a game and this OST is off the charts especially the lyrical version of the main theme for this game.

    TO VICTORY!    … Expand
  45. Renzokuken
    Mar 7, 2022
    5
    Coming off the back of Octopath Traveller I expected a strategy RPG of similarly high quality, and while Triangle Strategy has decent combat, the game just doesn't want you to play it. Buyers should be aware that this game plays more like a visual novel with a bolted on strategy RPG than the full on strategy game we were sold. This would be OK if the game were marketed as a hybridComing off the back of Octopath Traveller I expected a strategy RPG of similarly high quality, and while Triangle Strategy has decent combat, the game just doesn't want you to play it. Buyers should be aware that this game plays more like a visual novel with a bolted on strategy RPG than the full on strategy game we were sold. This would be OK if the game were marketed as a hybrid SRPG/Visual novel, but it isn't and what's worse, the plot taking up 90% of the game, isn't particularly interesting.

    Pros:
    Combat is fun and engaging.
    Art direction is on point.
    Large number of recruitable characters

    Cons:
    Graphics are blurry.
    Music is uninteresting.
    The balance of combat to story is way off.
    The story is boring and uninspired with a terrible script.
    Character progression is extremely linear with no real customization.
    The voice acting is horrendous.

    In conclusion, if you want a good strategy game any Fire Emblem, FF Tactics or Tactics Ogre entry does it as good, if not better. If you love the art direction and 2D/3D hybrid style, Octopath is exactly the same only without the blur. Triangle Strategy is maybe worth a look if you're a die hard fan of the genre and really don't mind slogging through the mundane plot to get to the combat, but for most this game just isn't worth the asking price.    … Expand
  46. Bidoulou
    Mar 7, 2022
    9
    For the story, the game is really interesting. Most of the time, the politics displayed is "simple" but for its simplicity, it speaks about hard topics (slavery, war, the weight of principles vs the risk to life) and all is based around 3 values: ethics, pragmatism, and freedom. I really like the idea that the game pushes me to ask myself: will I push freedom or ethics? will i go ethicsFor the story, the game is really interesting. Most of the time, the politics displayed is "simple" but for its simplicity, it speaks about hard topics (slavery, war, the weight of principles vs the risk to life) and all is based around 3 values: ethics, pragmatism, and freedom. I really like the idea that the game pushes me to ask myself: will I push freedom or ethics? will i go ethics and failure, or pragmatism and success? Should I push my ethics if it doesn't go with freedom? is freedom interesting if it means sacrificing my ethics? Should i fight enslavment for the sake of freedom, or aim to win and then handle the dark means i used to win?

    Gameplay: the game is quite good but hard. Many situations have you on the "losing" side; enemies may have a bit of an advantage, and it's only using a "good" play you can compensate. Battles are often not lost when you lose some units, but lose too much and you will never win. So it's a little line on which one walk.
    I have felt the grind a bit, but it was very fun because it brings gold and materials you use to improve your weapons.

    Units have skills to improve and then "rank"; rank give them access to new skills, and weapins improvement allow you to do more with the skills you have already for all skills, or rarely, one specifics skill.    … Expand
  47. kamealex
    Mar 7, 2022
    8
    Easy. If you like the genre and don't have anything against visual novels, just buy it. But be aware of the amount of text you are gonna get. It's something similar to 13 Sentinels in terms of text/gameplay proportion.
    And I love both.
  48. daisce
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's so much fun. If you like old srpgs and have been waiting for a tactical game for a difficult game, I hope you buy it.… Expand
  49. priali200222
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    I really like this game!! It is captivating immediately. This one is what I need. I recommend!!
  50. GameReviewer293
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    This is one of the best switch games there is. The gameplay is way more fun than Pokémon ever will be, the game is rated T which I can play it in public without getting made fun of (unlike other Nintendo games). The story, my goodness the story, it hits hard as *slams desk*. I love final fantasy so this was very at home for me. Square Enix is THE rpg company anywho. If your thinking ofThis is one of the best switch games there is. The gameplay is way more fun than Pokémon ever will be, the game is rated T which I can play it in public without getting made fun of (unlike other Nintendo games). The story, my goodness the story, it hits hard as *slams desk*. I love final fantasy so this was very at home for me. Square Enix is THE rpg company anywho. If your thinking of picking up a rpg for the Nintendo switch, do yourself a favor, skip Pokemon and buy this… Expand
  51. MasculineTaru
    Mar 6, 2022
    5
    Very Average game you "THINK" is going to be a successor to Final Fantasy Tactics. Then the game begins with 2 hours of dialogue and hand holding. Followed by a map you cannot move on freely, battles sparsed between hours of boring, predictable dialogue. Game even has soft locks based on invisible decisions that are based off of vague dialogue options you pick.

    OVerall very    Very Average game you "THINK" is going to be a successor to Final Fantasy Tactics. Then the game begins with 2 hours of dialogue and hand holding. Followed by a map you cannot move on freely, battles sparsed between hours of boring, predictable dialogue. Game even has soft locks based on invisible decisions that are based off of vague dialogue options you pick.

    OVerall very dissappointing. Also no recruitable common soldiers or generic party members. Everyone has to have a personality and voice over now... and that sucks.    … Expand
  52. Lordquas
    Mar 6, 2022
    9
    A true treat for fans of the tactical rpg genre. The story is what has surprised me the most, it's been very engrossing and while the cutscenes can be long i haven't minded it at all. The voice acting is average, the music is catchy and fits the drama unfolding on screen. The battle system is obviously where the game shines brightest and anyone familiar with grid based combat will be rightA true treat for fans of the tactical rpg genre. The story is what has surprised me the most, it's been very engrossing and while the cutscenes can be long i haven't minded it at all. The voice acting is average, the music is catchy and fits the drama unfolding on screen. The battle system is obviously where the game shines brightest and anyone familiar with grid based combat will be right at home. Overall its a solid 8.5 - 9 and i highly recommend it to fans of FFT and Ogre Battle.… Expand
  53. GameforGamers
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    if you like RPG stories, this game is for you, yes this game had a very long story and i really mean that, the artstyle is also great, and the combat is so much fun, overall it seems that Square Enix really did a good job with this game
  54. Ragnar_san
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    Un juego para los amantes de los JRPG tacticos por turnos, si es eso lo que buscas, estas de enhorabuena. Todas as decisiones que tomes en este juego seran esenciales para el devenir de la aventura. La banda sonora es otro factor clave en esta obra, te va a dejar con la boca abierta. ¡A disfrutar!
  55. sonicpulsar
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    Among the greatest turn-based tactics games ever in my opinion. Beautifully detailed graphics, great camera control and an intricate storyline fully voiced!
  56. HAXUS00
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    The best strategy game I've played in the least few years.
    There's a demo and, if you don't like the demo, don't complain about the full game.
    The story is great the the gameplay is also good.
  57. RowanBlack
    Mar 6, 2022
    6
    triangle strategy is not a bad game but several things could have been done better. The graphics are very retro and that by design. The story is something you get beat over the head with told in sever different ways I felt like the game was 90% story 10% gameplay. The voice acting, excellent it was included but it wasn't very good. New game plus requiring 4 playthroughs ? to complete.triangle strategy is not a bad game but several things could have been done better. The graphics are very retro and that by design. The story is something you get beat over the head with told in sever different ways I felt like the game was 90% story 10% gameplay. The voice acting, excellent it was included but it wasn't very good. New game plus requiring 4 playthroughs ? to complete. Nier automata has been the only game to do new game playthroughs well. Expect to need to rehash several parts of the story. Not a bad game, just should only be for people who like lots of story and tactics gameplay.… Expand
  58. MadBert91
    Mar 6, 2022
    9
    Me está pareciendo un autentico juegarral, una joyita de esas ocultas que salen al año. Ofrece una dificultad variable para adaptarse a todos los estilos de juego, una historia entretenida, un apartado artístico maravilloso, unos gráficos de 10, un apartado musical que es una maravilla. La pega es que no viene doblado al castellano y en juegos tan narrativos me parece un grave problema. ElMe está pareciendo un autentico juegarral, una joyita de esas ocultas que salen al año. Ofrece una dificultad variable para adaptarse a todos los estilos de juego, una historia entretenida, un apartado artístico maravilloso, unos gráficos de 10, un apartado musical que es una maravilla. La pega es que no viene doblado al castellano y en juegos tan narrativos me parece un grave problema. El doblaje en inglés es de 10, una auténtica pasada. Super recomendado.… Expand
  59. cosmok
    Mar 6, 2022
    9
    Either you love the story or you don’t. I find it fascinating, and I’ve really grown attached to some KD the characters. Tactics style gameplay is really good, and some battles can be quite long and complicated.

    Unit progression is interesting and cool, and I’m glad they update the character sprites as you rank them up. That’s always fun. All in all I think the game is a blast. The slower    Either you love the story or you don’t. I find it fascinating, and I’ve really grown attached to some KD the characters. Tactics style gameplay is really good, and some battles can be quite long and complicated.

    Unit progression is interesting and cool, and I’m glad they update the character sprites as you rank them up. That’s always fun. All in all I think the game is a blast. The slower pacing from the demo picks up in later chapters.    … Expand
  60. rnovuser
    Mar 6, 2022
    9
    main kurang lebih 3 jam, emang storynya rada panjang, but worth buat yang suka main ff tactics
  61. 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 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    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.    … Expand
  62. 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 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 SwitchIf 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.    … Expand
  63. 3DSushi
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    This game is just so good! The graphics, music and the story is just stunning. Very surprised about this game.
  64. 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!
  65. Gramscci
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    Una obra visual, narrativa y jugablemente encantadora. Su historia, aunque densa es genial. Sin duda, se posiciona entre lo mejor del género de este año y la última década, junto a Octopah Traveler los nuevos clásicos.
  66. Bati-Madness
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece!
    The story, Gameplay, Artstyle and soundtrack are simple great.

    This is a must play Game.
  67. Gilbrod
    Mar 5, 2022
    9
    If you enjoyed Shining Force, Final Fantasy Tactics, Fire Emblem and Advance Wars, you’ll enjoy this. Did you enjoy Octopath Traveler? You’ll definitely enjoy this as well. If you were able to get the Collectors Edition, you snag a very nice set. Looking to enjoy this for the next 50 hours or so.
  68. Sinari
    Mar 5, 2022
    9
    If I had to sum this game up in three words it would be "THIS IS AWESOME" I highly recommend this game if you like final fantasy tactics or Fire Emblem 3 houses.
    Get it asap cause like Octopath I'm sure this is a limited release. I wanna give this game a 10 but I only dislike the class system but love it at the same time.
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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
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 30, 2024
    100
    A great title that manages to tell a gripping political thriller while entertaining you with great tactical battles that are simple at the core but offer a wide range of possibilities. A great, slow, relaxing game to keep your brain occupied. [Issue#319]
  2. Softpedia
    Jan 17, 2023
    85
    The adventures through the Kingdom of Glenbrook provide a compelling experience, more so for those who love choice-based games that involve intriguing plots and tactical combat. Triangle Strategy is one of the few games where making decisions that matter is harder than actually winning battles. This is one of those games that could leave a mark on an entire gerne if Square Enix decides to turn it into a franchise.
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  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Oct 19, 2022
    78
    Story battles take about 20 minutes, while dialogue, inventory management, practice fights and everything else that takes place in-between them can take up to two hours. Nevertheless, the quality of story battles makes up for the wait because they offer a lot of variety, and every problem can be solved in a multitude of ways. [Issue#260, p.44]
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