Triangle Strategy

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 363 Ratings

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  1. 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....
  2. Master_Haar
    May 4, 2022
    10
    - Amazing Tactical RPG.
    - Great Number of characters.
    - More than one ending and your choices along the road DO matter.
    - easy to level up your characters.
    - Great abilities each character is truly unique in their own way.
    - all characters have personality with side story
    Pretty sure Fire emblem fans will love it.
    The Conviction and voting system is fun.
    Voice acting is spot on
  3. Rul00
    Feb 8, 2023
    8
    Un juego no apto para impacientes. El juego se toma su tiempo para contar su historia, desarrollarla y concluirla de forma brillante (tiene 4 finales distintos). Los personajes son carismáticos, profundos y bien desarrollados. El sistema de combate es excelente. Gráficamente preciosista con su 2D-HD, una delicia visual. Un RPG impresncindible para los fans del género, aunque complicadoUn juego no apto para impacientes. El juego se toma su tiempo para contar su historia, desarrollarla y concluirla de forma brillante (tiene 4 finales distintos). Los personajes son carismáticos, profundos y bien desarrollados. El sistema de combate es excelente. Gráficamente preciosista con su 2D-HD, una delicia visual. Un RPG impresncindible para los fans del género, aunque complicado para los iniciados.… Expand
  4. arh3399
    Dec 7, 2022
    7
    I like this game but something about it just never really clicked for me. There are some interesting characters and there's good replay to get all the endings value but nothing about the story really stood out for me and the tactical gameplay isn't anything new or unique either. If you want a tactical game and you've already played everything else on switch then this will certainlyI like this game but something about it just never really clicked for me. There are some interesting characters and there's good replay to get all the endings value but nothing about the story really stood out for me and the tactical gameplay isn't anything new or unique either. If you want a tactical game and you've already played everything else on switch then this will certainly scratch that itch, but for me it doesn't hold a candle to fire emblem, langrisser, or tactics ogre reborn.… Expand
  5. Sunshadow87
    Sep 17, 2022
    8
    Triangle strategy es un juego muy difícil de valorar de forma medianamente "objetiva", ya que tiene puntos realmente excelentes, con pequeños fallos que pueden llegar a restar mucho a la experiencia según el tipo de jugador que seas, convirtiéndolo en un autentico "mixed bag". Es una lastima, ya que muchos de estos fallos son de diseño, y no hubieran sido de difícil solución en absoluto,Triangle strategy es un juego muy difícil de valorar de forma medianamente "objetiva", ya que tiene puntos realmente excelentes, con pequeños fallos que pueden llegar a restar mucho a la experiencia según el tipo de jugador que seas, convirtiéndolo en un autentico "mixed bag". Es una lastima, ya que muchos de estos fallos son de diseño, y no hubieran sido de difícil solución en absoluto, pero aún así este es un juego que realmente merecerá la pena para muchos.

    Voy a empezar con el que es sin duda el punto más sobresaliente del juego: la historia y personajes. Lo primero es aclarar que este es un juego que se aleja de los típicos cliches, los personajes no se sienten como un "corta y pega" de estereotipos que hemos visto cientos de veces, si no que se sienten muy humanos y reales, estando realmente conseguidos para los tipos de mentalidad que se podrían esperar de un mundo medieval como el que transcurre el juego, y la evolución especialmente de los protagonistas por las distintas rutas es soberbia. La historia en general es también de aplaudir: el conflicto que se desencadena a lo largo de todo el juego no tiene nada que ver con grandilocuentes dragones ni semidioses, si no con el efecto del comercio y la política que acaba desencadenando en una espiral de destrucción como es una guerra, con gran cantidad de intrigas por parte de prácticamente todo santo personaje que aparezca ante tí. Los diferentes desenlaces son increíblemente buenos, aunque en este punto he de decir que los combates finales de cada ruta son muy originales como misiones finales, debido al realismo pierden un poco de epicidad, faltándole esa sensación de "climax" que solemos sentir al enfrentarnos al reto final de un juego (excepto en el final "verdadero").

    Ahora los contras principales. No voy a poner el "hay mucha historia" porque no me parece un contra en absoluto (es una caracteristica de un juego CENTRADO en la historia). Sin embargo, la manera en la que ha sido llevada el New Game Plus si que me parece un contra. En una segunda partida, conservas todos los niveles que has obtenido en la primera, pero todos los combates van escalando a niveles posteriores (si la misión final de la primera partida esta en torno al nivel 25, la primera misión de la segunda partida empieza al 26). Esto es correcto para mantener el entusiasmo del jugador y poder utilizar las habilidades de sus personajes al máximo, pero sin embargo, a partir de la 3º partida se vuelve un autentico coñazo (y el juego tiene 4 finales...), ya que habremos alcanzado el nivel máximo y ya no hay progresión solo repetición (lo que me hizo cambiar el juego a "Fácil"). Otro problema de esto, es que seguramente en la segunda partida elijamos opciones contrarias en las bifurcaciones de las rutas, lo que nos llevara a ver situaciones y misiones nuevas, pero a partir de la 3º partida esto se reduce al mínimo, y estaremos también saltando escenas como un robot para llegar a las partes que nos interesan. Un sistema que nos permitiera saltar a momentos temporales y cambiar nuestras opciones, en lugar de comenzar el juego de 0, hubiera eliminado todo el tedio derivado de esto.

    En segundo lugar, y mas secundario quizás, esta el hecho de que el comienzo del juego es realmente malo. Lo que quiero decir es que tardaremos seguramente entre 3 y 4 horas a comenzar a tener batallas interesantes, ya que las batallas de tutorial donde te enseñan a jugar están repartidas en los primeros capítulos, separadas por una gran cantidad de historia, y esto si que me parece un error. Hubiera sido más conveniente en el primer capitulo tener una serie de batallas cortas seguidas donde se te enseñaran todas las mecánicas, y ya a partir del capitulo 2 disfrutar de batallas estimulantes, ya que este impacto inicial de solo historia y tutoriales tirara a muchos atrás.    … Expand
  6. bullshark
    Jun 17, 2022
    9
    A great way to experience what made FF Tactics so celebrated and still longed for in rerelease after all the years, but w/o the yaoi that Fire Emblem seems to have made part of its selling points.
  7. SirPunk
    Apr 4, 2022
    9
    Triangle Strategy may be heavy on story but the story in my opinion is what makes it stick out. It’s gripping and every decision makes you really think before you act. It really does make you think what would you do or say in that situation. The writing is amazing and I truly care for a good majority of the characters. Every single character has their own agenda. Every character has aTriangle Strategy may be heavy on story but the story in my opinion is what makes it stick out. It’s gripping and every decision makes you really think before you act. It really does make you think what would you do or say in that situation. The writing is amazing and I truly care for a good majority of the characters. Every single character has their own agenda. Every character has a purpose. Reviewers have said it but it is literally like Game of Thrones character wise. Let’s not forget about the gameplay, it’s pretty solid. If you’ve played a fire emblem game you will know the gameplay and love it. This game is so close to being perfect in my opinion and will probably become one of the best hidden gem on the Nintendo switch.… Expand
  8. salvegaming
    Sep 6, 2023
    8
    Jogo com mecânicas clássicas de RPG clássico onde a grande característica são as decisões que são feitas assentes em três diferentes ideais. Gráficos charmosos e música competente. Um must play para fãs do género.
  9. tom974
    Apr 21, 2022
    8
    A very solid T-RPG. While the evolution mechanics could have been more encouraging and less of a grind, the story tellling and the choice system are high level. The 2D HD graphics are made for this genre and the musics are what SquareEnix got us used to. There is no real class as each character is a class of his own, and that lets you take on the missions from many different angles. OneA very solid T-RPG. While the evolution mechanics could have been more encouraging and less of a grind, the story tellling and the choice system are high level. The 2D HD graphics are made for this genre and the musics are what SquareEnix got us used to. There is no real class as each character is a class of his own, and that lets you take on the missions from many different angles. One thing to be aware of though : the amount of dialog is somewhat colossal, which is not a problem for me, but it is to be known before you begin playing. There is a NG+ with all the classic features, but I'd like more a "timeline system" which lets you to go to the exact moment of the choice to experiment other ways (like in Radiant Historia for example). Anyway, any T-RPG should play it, given the amount of dialogs doesn't bother you.… Expand
  10. HopeLasts
    Jul 6, 2022
    9
    A perfect game which is similar to Octopath Traveler but with square tactics battle. I spent about 15 hours. Story is amazing with Jap sounds. Gameplay is great but i want more battles. Enjoyable for story and gameplay.
  11. Exethel
    Apr 18, 2022
    10
    The game is amazing. Story wise is very good and it has so many different paths you can take ( the game has 4 different endings ). it is probably the most interesting and good srpg out there both storywise and gameplay . Hope the make another title like that !
  12. neko555
    Aug 8, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Las temáticas políticas no me gustan nada, y la novela gráfica no es un género que me atraiga demasiado. Sin embargo, este juego combina estas dos cosas y me ha encantado.… Expand
  13. acamp
    Jul 12, 2022
    10
    Must get if you enjoy fire emblem or Octopath! beautiful visuals & excellent combat with an intriguing story.
  14. hector_bcn98
    Nov 2, 2022
    9
    +
    Gran jugabilidad estratégica, con amplia variedad de personajes y variables.
    Bellísimo uso del Pixel Art 2D y una banda sonora a la altura de las más grandes. Amplia duración, multiplicada por los diferentes caminos y rutas argumentales. Picos de dificultad ajustados, si bien a veces necesita de farmear y repetir niveles repetidamente. - Cierta repetición en la mecánica del    +
    Gran jugabilidad estratégica, con amplia variedad de personajes y variables.
    Bellísimo uso del Pixel Art 2D y una banda sonora a la altura de las más grandes.
    Amplia duración, multiplicada por los diferentes caminos y rutas argumentales.
    Picos de dificultad ajustados, si bien a veces necesita de farmear y repetir niveles repetidamente.

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    Cierta repetición en la mecánica del balanceo de decisiones.
    La historia podría haber sido un poco más original.    … Expand
  15. Lother
    Apr 23, 2022
    9
    If you were ever a fan of Final Fantasy Tactics, give this one a go. It lives up to that legacy and even exceeds it. You have real choices here that impact the story in ways you can't predict. I got one of the endings and, woooah boy, they went all the way. Much respect for that.
  16. Garra
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    Nice game loop, great narrative its makes you engaged with the history. Levels are perfectly designed. Highly replayeable to complete all history lines. Another 10 turn based RPG strategy game from Square Enix.
  17. Jorge150
    May 24, 2022
    9
    Grandísimo juego de RPG,es visualmente precioso, personajes carismáticos, tus decisiones pueden cambiar la historia y distintos finales dependiendo de tu sentido de justicia y han hecho una joya de juego
  18. perro_loco
    May 14, 2022
    10
    What a game! Gameplay is awesome, story is awesome. It is a really great experience. I am really happy with this game
  19. Traumvita
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    This game is criminally underrated. Review score should’ve at least been a 90 minimum. Great visuals. Amazing gameplay. Amazing characters and story paths. Amazing music. As a huge fire emblem fan I must say this is probably the best SRPG game you can get on switch.
  20. Zski
    Jun 12, 2022
    7
    A great game with a lot of lost opportunity. I really did enjoy this game and will easily recommend it to fans of the genre as it is a solid strategy RPG. I bought the game thinking I would be addicted to the gameplay and the story would be decent, but it turns out it is the other way around. To start with the positive, the game tackles storytelling in such an engaging and digestibleA great game with a lot of lost opportunity. I really did enjoy this game and will easily recommend it to fans of the genre as it is a solid strategy RPG. I bought the game thinking I would be addicted to the gameplay and the story would be decent, but it turns out it is the other way around. To start with the positive, the game tackles storytelling in such an engaging and digestible approach. The first 4-5 chapters (the demo) are a complete drag, and they really just lay down the backdrop, introduce the characters, and allow you some opportunity to build a foundation for your convictions, which are the three “decision trees”. The story is a bit complex, but the chapters, summaries, and world map really illustrate the war that is the main vehicle for the story. I really respect how they were able to make a somewhat complex story into something that is so engaging and easy to follow. Typically, I enjoy a good story, but I sometimes lose interest in RPGs that go on well past 20 hours, but it turns out that the story was what I enjoyed the most. The convictions system and decision making system are awesome and really make the story connect with you. As the game progresses, you are asked to make some decisions where it feels like there isn’t a clear correct answer, and each option has related benefits and consequences. I also appreciate that there are some decisions that are completely wrong despite you thinking it could have been the right path, and it has immediate effects in the story and gameplay. It feels like just about every interaction is meaningful, unlike similar games in the genre, like Fire Emblem: Three Houses, which feels like it is mostly filler.

    As far as the gameplay goes, it’s still excellent, but it doesn’t really shine as much as I anticipated going into this game. I really like that it is challenging and punishing, and it requires you to fully think out your moves as the punishment can be devastating. However, it really doesn’t do anything that most other strategy RPGs have done. It almost feels like a slightly simplified version of the genre as a whole. It also feels a bit robotic at times, because you quickly learn that every chapter has two major story elements and then a battle, which makes it flow poorly. That’s not to say the gameplay is bad, because it’s really good, but it just feels like they fell pretty short on the actual gameplay and progression. The lack of any type of post game content proves just reiterates that they were far less focused on the gameplay than they were on the story.

    The presentation is also a bit on the weaker side. I love the HD2D art style, particularly that of similar games like Octopath Traveler. However this game has a visual identity crisis - the graphics are too good and polished for it to feel like a classic 2D pixel game, but they’re not good enough to be modern graphics. It almost makes the visual aesthetic of the game feel a bit lazy. The music is also a bit underwhelming. Although I thought the voice acting was pretty good.

    All in all, it’s an excellent strategy RPG with a fantastic story, I do recommend it to everyone. It just feels like there is a lot of wasted opportunity and it could have been much more than what it became.    … Expand
  21. Lani337
    Jan 31, 2023
    9
    A wonderful game with a great story, difficult decisions and fantastic gameplay. The voice acting is a bit odd sometimes though.
  22. Ripper36
    Mar 17, 2023
    9
    OK, NO!! This game never picks up the pace. Its 80% a visual noval game with non stop talking. I love games with alot of dio-log and story but Triangle Strategy is not one of them. Yes the voice over work is good and some charterers are pretty cool and if your lucky u can have a little bit of action in the battles. But i cant give this game a higher score, 3 is pushing it. And pleaseOK, NO!! This game never picks up the pace. Its 80% a visual noval game with non stop talking. I love games with alot of dio-log and story but Triangle Strategy is not one of them. Yes the voice over work is good and some charterers are pretty cool and if your lucky u can have a little bit of action in the battles. But i cant give this game a higher score, 3 is pushing it. And please tell me.....what is up with this brief (hopefully brief) HD-2D trash. Its lazy, very lazy. Its 2023, we are not in the early 90s anymore let it just go.… Expand
  23. Askeel
    Jun 21, 2022
    10
    a turn-based strategy game that you should not miss on nintendo switch, the start of the game is slow but it serves as a basis for you to understand the main mechanics of the game.

    Decisions decisions!!- these have a huge weight that will decide the path that the story will have, this adds a very grateful plus that is the replayability. apart from the main story it has side quests and the    a turn-based strategy game that you should not miss on nintendo switch, the start of the game is slow but it serves as a basis for you to understand the main mechanics of the game.

    Decisions decisions!!- these have a huge weight that will decide the path that the story will have, this adds a very grateful plus that is the replayability. apart from the main story it has side quests and the new game+ mode for you to keep experimenting with other paths    … Expand
  24. Shirohae
    May 18, 2022
    10
    Im now in for about 8h and i really enjoy the game so far. Ofc. the long cutscenes are not always that interesting. Charcters have really unique skills and the story is rather interessting. Also the music is top-notch
  25. Third_Era
    Nov 16, 2022
    8
    Note that the game has a heavy visual front load - the first 5 hours had 2 small battles. After that the game has a much better balance and some great tactics game play.

    If you enjoyed Fire Emblem you'll like this one.
  26. Livan
    Apr 9, 2022
    9
    Good:
    Story is absolutely awesome plot, script and storytelling wise
    Battle is good,classic but well done, interesting mechanics,great variety of units and very satisfying difficulty Music is Great Exploration is good, nothing big but rewarding enough to keeps de the player interested Decision making system is great and give own personality Beautiful Artstyle,2D-HD graphics,artworks and    Good:
    Story is absolutely awesome plot, script and storytelling wise
    Battle is good,classic but well done, interesting mechanics,great variety of units and very satisfying difficulty
    Music is Great
    Exploration is good, nothing big but rewarding enough to keeps de the player interested
    Decision making system is great and give own personality
    Beautiful Artstyle,2D-HD graphics,artworks and expressive animations
    Japanese voice acting is good
    Duration and replayability are perfect
    Meh:
    Some characters doesn't get involved enough in story and personal relationships each other
    Units personalization feels a little grindy since there are not many battles on story,so the game give a strategy tutorials/grind opcional battles which are good but affects the way the game balance the money and items,the story focused players will not be able to build their units without losing all their money,is not completely bad coz that give accessibility in a original way and game knows it and give a decent amount of money on exploration,so, definitely could be better but isn't that bad,got a purpose
    Camera isn't intuitive coz this weird 2D characters on 3D scenarios,i can understand why but definitely could be better
    Bad:
    Didn't feel anything bad here    … Expand
  27. Green_Booze
    Apr 21, 2022
    9
    Absolutely stunning set of unique characters. There is no chance you will see them in one playthrough. Combine this with lots of choices along the story and you will get one of the most replayable games of this genre.
  28. Sensou
    Mar 20, 2023
    8
    Revisit the game, turns out I like the it and it's a pretty decent game.

    Just want to point out that all I like about the game is the story which remind me a lot of Game of Thrones. Which at some point it's becoming way too obvious and I like that. But of course the world and the plot of Triangle Strategy is not as big as GOT. The decision making feature is also a great one where the    Revisit the game, turns out I like the it and it's a pretty decent game.

    Just want to point out that all I like about the game is the story which remind me a lot of Game of Thrones. Which at some point it's becoming way too obvious and I like that. But of course the world and the plot of Triangle Strategy is not as big as GOT.

    The decision making feature is also a great one where the decision you make will alter how you view and going through the game. Near the end of the game, I'm being forced to cut ties with one of my allies because of differences in how we view the next step to survive/ winning the battle. It's completely creating a dilemma but with the end of the chapter, I completely convince right away, without consulting with anyone within the roster as I will get rid of Roland. His proposition is completely insane, a desperate and coward kind of move from him.

    If you like a narrative driven game, this game is completely one of the best out there. Gameplay wise, I don't really like tactics but I manage to finish the game on Easy. The normal difficulty is just so hard for me.

    Note: >60% of your time playing this game will be all about watching cutscene and interacting with characters which is why this game is lacking in terms of gameplay. The exploration also sucks, the world is so small despite the presentation of Norzelia which seems big.    … Expand
  29. Xaboss
    Jul 19, 2022
    10
    Triangle strategy is the balance of an amazing battle and an espectacular history
  30. Lucas359
    Apr 29, 2022
    9
    La nueva entrega de Square Enix y del conocido director Kasuya Miyakawa, sin dudas una obra completa en todos los aspectos. La historia es atrapante, bien dirigida con revelaciones que te sorprenden a cada momento. Personajes todos con su propia personalidad que te harán simpatizar mas con unos que con otros dependiendo de tu valores y convicciones. Un sistema de juego táctico que te haráLa nueva entrega de Square Enix y del conocido director Kasuya Miyakawa, sin dudas una obra completa en todos los aspectos. La historia es atrapante, bien dirigida con revelaciones que te sorprenden a cada momento. Personajes todos con su propia personalidad que te harán simpatizar mas con unos que con otros dependiendo de tu valores y convicciones. Un sistema de juego táctico que te hará pensar a cada momento sino quieres ver la pantalla de game over todo tiempo y solo ganar cuando tus unidades estén 3 niveles arriba que tus enemigos jajaja. Y por ultimo la grandiosa incorporación de tomas de decisiones, en la que cada decisión que tomes tendrán peso "REAL" en historia y desembocara en 4 posibles finales (uno el verdadero pospuesto).Realmente provocara que te rasques la cabeza mas de una vez y te carcomas por dentro al pensar cual es la mejor decisión para llegar a donde quieres. A todo esto le agregamos unos diseños y gráficos en 16 bit hermoso y que tiene un encanto increíble que va perfectamente para lo ofrece este juego.
    Cabe agregar que si no sos alguien que le guste leer ,tomarse su tiempo con el juego, explorar y analizar la historia y eres mas de los que que les gusta ir directo a la acción y la batallas el juego te parecerá muy lento y a lo sumo complejo y denso, pero es un titulo que realmente vale la pena darle una oportunidad.
    Una de la primeras joyitas en un 2022 que esta cargadísimo de títulos indispensables para la Switch.    … Expand
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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
  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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