Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven Reviews
Romancing Saga 2: Revenge of the Seven pulls an overlooked piece of JRPG history from the shadows with an admirable makeover in modern 3D.
Overall, Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is an excellent remake of an already fantastic JRPG. Despite some drawbacks, the game sports several well-crafted features that hardcore fans will appreciate.
Xeen and Square Enix, in stark contrast with what the original development team did 31 years ago, played it very safe, with a remake that changes nothing in terms of gameplay, even where some corrections where badly needed. Therefore, this is nothing more than a modernized version of a good JRPG
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Romancing Saga 2 Revenge of the seven inherited the original game's charm and turned it into a modern classic by keeping it's unique systems intact and upgrading the combat to something that will be enjoyed by many!
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Square Enix picked an exceptional game to remake, and then did an exceptional job in remaking it. Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a true epic and a game that comes across as ambitious to this day. While the raw storytelling is a little limited, the concept is strong and compelling, the combat system is tactical and entertaining, and bringing the game into three dimensions means that we can finally see the full scope and vision behind this adventure of generational consequence.
Romancing Saga 2: Revenge of the Seven is a fantastic JRPG and I hope this is the opportunity for it to connect with more people. SaGa is a series whose experimentation makes it have very high good moments, but extremely difficult to digest bad moments and Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is one of the highest points it has hit and becomes the best way for anyone to try this series for the first time.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
From the moment I played the demo at PAX West to when I rolled credits and immediately dove back in, I've been completely enamored with its nonlinear trappings and charming world-building. It's my sincere hope that the team that brought this remake to life will be given the reins to a Romancing SaGa 3 remake and then new SaGa titles moving forward, because they hit a grand slam with this one. There's no doubt on my end – cold or otherwise: Revenge is a dish best served with romance.
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is everything a remake should be. It polishes and shines the strongest elements of the original game while adding just enough modernization and new features to make it feel accessible to a newer audience. Everything from the gameplay to the graphics absolutely sparkles, and it is easy to understand why Romancing SaGa 2 was a cult classic. Only a somewhat thin SNES-style story holds backthe game slightly, and even that is a minor complaint. In a year filled with incredibly strong RPGs, Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven might still be one of the best.
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a great remake of a classic that deserves a lot more attention than it has received over the years. It's the perfect blend between the series' traditional systems and has a greater emphasis on storytelling that is rarely seen in the franchise. Its modernization solves several of the problems of the original and, even with its limitations, it is a great experience for fans of the genre who want something different.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
As with most SaGa games, Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven isn't for everyone but those who enjoy it will love it a lot. Spanning generations and a huge stand-out game world, it's one of the grandest RPGs ever made. 👑
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven revitalizes the classic SaGa series with modern accessibility and enhanced visuals. This remake of the 1993 original balances the needs of veterans and newcomers while showcasing a complex, multi-generational storyline.
I was expecting just a decent RPG, but what I got was an outstanding game that kept me glued to the screen for hours on the end, and charmed me with its atmosphere. This is a game that summons memories of times when there were no DLCs, and games were not used for showcasing individual ideologies. Instead of dividing fans with different views, they brought them together in an adventure to save the world. Congratulations to the creators who skillfully combined classic elements with modernity.
Review in Polish | Read full review
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of The Seven is a remarkable game, building on a title that was ahead of its time. It brings a lot of flavor and uniqueness to the scene. For a JRPG, it has a somewhat generic story while still being pretty compelling. For a Generational game, it lacks many of the general facets of the genre, yet it manages quite well to bring it together.
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is an AA remake from Square Enix that doesn't hide the fact that its production level is far below that of its main blockbusters. However, there are interesting ideas and mechanics in a simplified experience that could win over newcomers.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Revenge of the Seven is the unexpected remake that allows contemporary audiences to enjoy one of the most peculiar and futuristic JPRGs of its time. Romancing SaGa 2 returns in this new guise in fine form, thanks to an operation that improves and clarifies the more refined and complex mechanics of the original title. Its particularities make it unmissable for fans of the genre, who cannot fail to appreciate its audacity. Beware, however: those looking for a traditional experience (ludically and narratively) may find themselves faced with a complex title to decipher and appreciate.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is one of my favorite JRPGs I have played in recent years. The wonderful gameplay mechanics and storytelling that feel unconventional and non-linear succeed in creating a distinctive experience that can't be easily found anywhere else. I love that the decisions you make impact each aspect of the game, and the Inheritance mechanic is a cool way to change up your playstyle throughout the game and progress the narrative. It won't appeal to everybody, and I didn't feel that invested in the characters, but the pros heavily outweighed the cons. I am also so pleased that playing on the Steam Deck works so well. It's a ton of fun, runs extremely well, and is such a joy. This is easily the best way to play, and I can't recommend it enough!
Romancing SaGa: Revenge of the Seven does a lot very well, even though there are a few technical problems.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a remake that captures the essence of a curious and iconic RPG and revitalizes it to modern standards, making it an excellent choice for SaGa series veterans and a great entrypoint for new players. WIth a primorous combination of diverse distinctive systems, the game stands out as a must-play of its genre and consolidates itself as one of the most fascinating Square Enix works.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is the remake of Romancing SaGa 2, a very peculiar JRPG with certain mechanics that could be described as pioneering - Legacy System similar to a roguelike and autoleveling in enemies. Its interesting proposal and the freedom of development offered by its peculiar mechanics make this remake an interesting entry point to this curious and still quite unknown franchise called SaGa by Square Enix. Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is an incredible title that deserves the attention of both fans of the franchise and those looking for a unique RPG.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Claiming that the remake of “Romancing SaGa 2” is more structured and approachable version of a fan classic is underselling it by a lot. Xeen did a fantastic job on not only recreating what makes the “SaGa” franchise so great and ahead of its time but stayed faithful to the original where it mattered. It’s hard, it’s nonlinear, it has unique mechanics and there’s nothing quite like it out there.
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