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Erren Van Duine

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Favorite Games:
  • Final Fantasy XII
  • Persona 4
  • Nine Hours Nine Persons Nine Doors

31 games reviewed
81.8 average score
80 median score
80.6% of games recommended

Erren Van Duine's Reviews

As a self-professed Final Fantasy fan, Erren created Nova Crystallis in 2009 as a place to collect the latest information on her favorite series. As owner and Editor-in-Chief, she also spends her time writing for RPG Site as Senior US Editor.

Lightning Returns, but you might well be better off remembering her as she was.

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Oct 17, 2024

Unknown 9: Awakening is full of originality, but suffers from some frustrating gameplay decisions despite the interesting mystery of its narrative.

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7 / 10.0 - Gundam Breaker 4
Aug 27, 2024

Gundam Breaker 4 isn't the deepest game when it comes to the narrative or continued gameplay, but the sheer amount of collectibles and customization is a fine achievement.

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Jun 25, 2016

While some of its flaws may leave some areas feeling half-baked, Zero Time Dilemma will be something that won't be leaving our minds anytime soon.

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Nov 17, 2015

An ambitious but flawed RPG experience.

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7 / 10.0 - Q*bert Rebooted
Feb 22, 2015

It's easy to recommend Q*Bert: Rebooted to both returning fans and new ones alike. The PlayStation release allows for choice of play either in its classic mode or the more modern version for those who want something a little easier on the eyes. The additional challenges in the Rebooted mode do provide some extra game time, but if you're looking for something a little deeper this isn't quite it. Q*Bert: Rebooted may be a simple game from another era, but its pick-up and play nature can certainly still be relevant today.

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8 / 10.0 - Atomfall
Mar 28, 2025

Atomfall is an adventurous game that doesn't shy away from its difficulty. It's a compelling survival game steeped in mystery, and despite some unwieldly controls, paints an interesting world to explore around in.

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Jan 15, 2025

Tales of Graces f Remastered is a solid entry in the Tales of series. While the characters and story can be cliche at times, the overarching themes remain strong, and Bandai Namco's efforts to modernize the game are a standout showing.

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Nov 13, 2024

Lego Horizon Adventures is at its core a Lego game, but one that branches out from its usual IP stylings to add humor and a bunch of fun gadgets to the Horizon world - all while reigning it into a more condensed experience.

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Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy is here for the modern age, and although not perfect, it’s an accessible way to experience the series for years to come.

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8 / 10.0 - Starfield
Aug 31, 2023

Starfield's biggest strength is its complimentary content - sidequests, exploration, and more will gather your attention for hours despite a less-than-compelling narrative.

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8 / 10.0 - NeverAwake
Sep 27, 2022

NeverAwake is a true shump to its core. Despite some repetition in enemy design, this twin-stick shooter takes on the concept of nightmares and blends it into its visual style and gameplay in a way that rewards players who come back for more.

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Feb 23, 2017

A refreshing return to form for the storied "Tales of" franchise.

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Nov 16, 2016

Dragon Ball returns to the game scene with new improvements, characters and adventures.

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Oct 24, 2016

A bright art style and nostalgia pave the way for Square Enix's latest return to traditional RPGs - with a twist!

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Mar 16, 2015

These ideas are certainly the products of portable limitations, but in the end they fail to stifle what is in truth a compelling experience.

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8 / 10.0 - Jamestown+
Mar 23, 2015

For what it is, Jamestown+ is a fun game worth its asking price on the PlayStation Network. If anything, it's a fun little distraction calling back to the classic games of yesteryear. Fans of bullet hell certainly won't be disappointed.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Star Wars Outlaws
Aug 26, 2024

Star Wars Outlaws is an ambitious first step into bringing the franchise to an open world. Its engaging story and characters open the door for more adventurers to come.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Riven
Jun 24, 2024

The new version of Riven is a beautiful addition to the Myst series with addition to detail in its fully rendered environments, and plenty of exploration to be had despite some obscure puzzles.

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8.5 / 10.0 - Dragon's Dogma 2
Mar 20, 2024

Dragon's Dogma 2 features a rich world filled with plenty of old-school RPG stylings that remain a fun adventure despite some technical difficulties.

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