Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key Reviews

Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key is ranked in the 89th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
9 / 10.0
Mar 23, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key is the best-looking game in the franchise and it's so full of heart and wonder that anyone with a soft spot for delightful adventures will easily fall in love with it. I can't wait to see what Gust has in store next!

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75 / 100
Apr 6, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3 is a production that can embrace players who love the JRPG genre, but it is far from being a starting point for players far from the genre.

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4.5 / 5.0
Aug 1, 2023

Most importantly, Atelier Ryza 3 is a game that fulfills its purpose as the capstone to a trilogy. It does its best to provide closure to the series and its characters, and by the end sequence most of the cast has some sense of growth in themselves and their relationships.

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7 / 10
Mar 23, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist Of The End & The Secret Key is an enjoyable enough experience, but it just doesn't quite make the next-level jump it could have.

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Mar 24, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3 takes the series’ alchemy-driven adventuring to new heights with its expansive interconnected areas and brisk pacing. The experience is beautiful and captivating in ways that both series newcomers and veterans can enjoy.

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3.5 / 5.0
May 18, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key offers so much and is really the ultimate game in the Ryza series. It just wasn’t for me.

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9 / 10.0
Apr 24, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3 simplifies some complexities in procedures and menus, offers an even better combat system, an open world to explore and a group of cute youngsters, with a well-written script and character development.

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Apr 14, 2023

At the end of the day, Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & The Secret Key is everything I could’ve hoped for. It’s a fantastic end to this amazing series, the gameplay is fantastic and I love this cast almost as much as the Arland crew, which is quite a lot. I would love to see them revisit Ryza someday as she takes an apprentice just to see how things changed down the line. This game is worth every penny of the $59.99 price tag and I would highly suggest everyone check out all of Ryza’s titles. They are all amazing in their own ways, topped off by this truly amazing final chapter.

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4.5 / 5.0
Apr 7, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key is the best of the Ryza series and a proper send-off to Ryza and her friends. Its alchemy mechanics are deep, and so is the adventure you’ll spend hours sinking into.

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8 / 10.0
Apr 4, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3 excels with its expansive world, refined gameplay, and dynamic combat. Despite pacing and character development issues, the game offers an engaging experience for both newcomers and dedicated fans, featuring captivating alchemy and numerous improvements.

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4 / 5.0
Apr 8, 2023

While there are a few hiccups, overall Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key is a brilliant send-off for Ryza, her friends, and fans of the series as a whole.

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Loved
Apr 7, 2023

It’s no exaggeration to say that this is one of the brightest games I’ve ever played, and the same can be said for elements in it that are not simply tied to its visuals. The whole ambiance within Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key feels extremely easygoing for as chaotic as the events that take place can get, all things considered. It’s the sort of game you play as a break from more intense ones, or something you pop into your system in between.

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9 / 10.0
Mar 28, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key is the ideal closure for the trilogy of the cute Ryza. With new features for both alchemy and combat and a giant world to explore, the game will not leave any fan of the saga indifferent.

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9 / 10.0
Apr 1, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key is a slow adventure that works perfectly as the culmination of Ryza’s trilogy. With tons of interconnected systems keeping things fun and a strong focus on the characters and dynamics between them, it’s a great experience for JRPG fans who enjoy slice-of-life – just make sure to begin at the start of this trilogy.

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10 / 10.0
Mar 30, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key maintains the trilogy high bar in a broader experience that values exploration. The last game in the trilogy ends Ryza and her friends' summer vacation very well, demonstrating the growth of the characters and the developer itself over the almost four years since the launch of the first Atelier Ryza.

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10 / 10.0
Mar 29, 2023

With Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key, veterans enjoy a deserved and pleasurable conclusion to the series; the new adventurers, on the other hand, are not abandoned and receive a game that welcomes them with open arms. Finally, it is a title that stands out positively among RPGs in general, masterfully executing all the ideas it proposes to deliver in an impressive performance for the Switch.

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9.5 / 10.0
Mar 30, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3 serves as an emotional and satisfying conclusion to Ryza’s journey while also delivering some of the most expansive gameplay the series has ever had.

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4 / 5.0
Mar 23, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key is a well-earned conclusion to Reisalin “Ryza” Stout’s story, with its improvements upon the previous titles and systems that provide endless amounts of customization. It’s still a bit difficult to recommend this to newcomers, but this is a must-play for any fans of thighs, I mean this series. It’s a bittersweet farewell to Reisalin “Ryza” Stout and her eye-catching assets, and I look forward to Gust’s next entry in the Atelier series and whatever character design Toridamono comes up with next.

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8 / 10.0
Mar 24, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3 is a game that makes good on its promises. We've spent years getting to know Ryza and her friends and learning more about their world. Now there's this pay-off that really feels fulfilling.

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Recommended
Mar 23, 2023

Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key is a satisfying bookend with tons of payoff for fans.

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