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Scarlet Nexus

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Jun 25, 2021 - PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4
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OpenCritic Rating

79

Top Critic Average

81%

Critics Recommend

PC Gamer
78 / 100
IGN
8 / 10
Metro GameCentral
8 / 10
GamesRadar+
3.5 / 5
Easy Allies
8 / 10
Game Informer
8.8 / 10
GameSpot
7 / 10
Destructoid
8 / 10
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Scarlet Nexus Trailers

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SCARLET NEXUS - Game Opening Animation

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SCARLET NEXUS – Kasane Trailer

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SCARLET NEXUS – Anime Announcement Teaser Trailer


Scarlet Nexus Screenshots



Critic Reviews for Scarlet Nexus

An excellent combat system buffers a classically unhinged anime story in an action RPG whose ambition outpaces execution.

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Scarlet Nexus' combat is thrilling and its story surprisingly deep, and while it's let down by limited enemy and stage variety, the strength of its characters is enough to lift it high above your average anime inspired action RPG.

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Metro GameCentral

GameCentral
8 / 10
Metro GameCentral

A supremely playable action JRPG, which marries gorgeous anime visuals with satisfyingly original real-time combat.

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A brilliant battle system is let down somewhat by the largely underwhelming side stories and meandering companions of Scarlet Nexus.

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With incredibly satisfying combat, weird and wonderful creatures, and an awesome aesthetic, Scarlet Nexus is well worth your time

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The story of Scarlet Nexus might be a mess, but fun action and great character moments make it worth your time.

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Scarlet Nexus is, ultimately, some gorgeous, action-heavy comfort food. It is Saturday morning anime in game form, and while it will struggle to hold your attention from a story perspective, it’s also a good way to lose 30 hours in a fun combat system. It’s not a narrative powerhouse, but if you need a vehicle for bashing monsters with the might of your brain, it’ll suit that need just fine.

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OpenCritic Coverage

Scarlet Nexus Review Embargo Details

Scarlet Nexus Review Embargo Details

Scarlet Nexus launches this week, which means Scarlet Nexus reviews aren't far off either. Here's when to expect OpenCritic to share reviews from Bandai Namco's internally produced anime action game.

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Scarlet Nexus is Not Coming to Xbox Game Pass

Scarlet Nexus is Not Coming to Xbox Game Pass

It has been announced that Scarlet Nexus will not be on Xbox Game Pass when it releases

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