Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster Reviews
Upscaled graphics, quality of life gameplay improvements, and finally being able to enjoy the beautiful soundtrack in HD, Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster scratches the itch so many fans have felt since the last 3DS title. The additional minigames may not add much to the story or gameplay, but come as a little extra to a remaster that deserves the hype. Here’s hoping for a Bravely Second remaster next!
Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster is a solid remaster of a genuinely amazing game. While not every change is for the better, almost all of them are understandable side effects of porting a game between systems that have very different capabilities. All of Bravely Default's strengths are still present, and if you're a fan of Final Fantasy V or Octopath Traveler, then you'll find a lot of those games' high points present. I would've liked to see more of an upgrade to the game's final quarter, but even with that, Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster is still one of the best RPGs on the market.
Bravely Default was a sincere love letter to the Final Fantasy franchise, now with this remaster I can't recommend this game enough to my fellow Final Fantasy and JRPG fans; with it playing and looking better than ever!
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This is a beautiful, heartfelt, and wonderfully classical JRPG, and as much as I love Mario Kart, over the past week, I’ve wanted to play this one so much more.
The inability to set the encounter rate to 0 from the outset is a bit disappointing, and the added mouse-focused mini-games don't offer much in the way of entertainment. Nonetheless, any turn-based RPG fan worth their salt needs to be able to say that they've played Bravely Default, and Flying Fairy HD Remaster represents a fantastic way to christen your Switch 2. If you've already played it through once or twice on 3DS, my recommendation is a little less resounding.
The best chance to rediscover a title that pays homage to classic JRPGs.
Review in Italian | Read full review
If they are going to bring back Nintendo 3DS classics, let them be like this one. Bravely Default is still as recommendable as ever, now with slight improvements and a couple of mini-games to make this adventure more bearable, where choosing a job is much more exciting than in real life.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
BRAVELY DEFAULT FLYING FAIRY HD Remaster makes for a great excuse to re-play one of the best RPGs out there which takes job systems to a whole other level and delivers a top-tier battle system that's complemented with superbly attractive visuals. 🧚♀️
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remastered – it feels good to type out that full title one last time – is a must-have for JRPG fans who’ve got a Nintendo Switch 2 at home. Are you looking for something that comes close to the older Final Fantasy games, but doesn’t necessarily have to bear the name ‘Final Fantasy’? This is the one. And you don’t really have an alternative in the Switch 2’s launch line-up at the moment, so yes, this really is the one. Lucky us! It’s also a substantial game to get your hands on, because to play through the full story – without all the side quests, optional bosses, etc. – will keep you busy for around 40 to 50 hours.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
A good remaster of a fantastic Nintendo DS RPG, and now available on PC, “Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster” is a must have for those craving a more traditional JRPG story with engrossing combat and job mechanics.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster is a great opportunity to experience one of the Nintendo 3DS's most memorable RPGs. Its combat system remains solid, the main cast continues to be charismatic, and the artistic direction is still charming, now enhanced by HD visuals. Despite this, none of the title's rough edges were trimmed, causing the campaign's pace to remain irregular and the difficulty balancing inconsistent.
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Bravely Default remains a masterclass in turn-based strategy, leveraging its addictive risk-reward combat and deep job system to outshine dated "chibi" aesthetics. While the remaster’s visual cohesion is hit-or-miss on larger screens, the ingenious mechanics and quality-of-life updates successfully modernize this quintessential JRPG relic.
BRAVELY DEFAULT FLYING FAIRY HD Remaster is a very satisfying JRPG experience, whether you are entering Luxendarc for the first time or coming back after years of playing it on the 3DS. It’s a must-play game because it has a great mix of story depth, strategic combat, character development, and great sound and graphics. It also continues one of Square Enix’s most popular franchises. It’s a great place for newcomers to start, and for veterans, it’s a refreshed trip that’s worth taking again.
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster is a remarkable Switch 2 JRPG, and the core gameplay, mechanics, and story remain fresh and relevant.
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remastered is more than just a nostalgia trip—it’s a reminder of why this game stood out in the first place. The bold battle mechanics, deep customization, memorable characters, and stellar music all hold up, and the visual upgrade breathes new life into its world without messing with what made it great.
Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster is a solid remaster of an excellent game. The visuals do leave a bit to be desired, but make no mistake: this is a fantastic game with an outstanding soundtrack, a well-rounded cast, and an engaging combat system. While I wish that more effort had been put into bringing this remaster up to 2025 standards, it's still Bravely Default on a modern platform—and it's hard to complain about that.
This is a solid remaster worth a try for both fans of the series and those who never experienced the original. Its brilliant combat system, multiple job customization options, and a simple but well-executed story guarantee a memorable adventure for those who enjoy trying it or replaying it. More than a worthy return to the game, it's an opportunity for those who haven't tried it to get a taste of it and fall in love with all its virtues. However, a Latin American localization was missing, as the game is currently translated into Spanish.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remasteris exactly what it claims to be: a no-frills, touched-up rerelease of a beloved RPG. Flaws of the original remain, as do its strengths, but a great game remastered is a great game made better, leading this to be the definitive way to play Bravely Default.
I'm delighted to have now completed Bravely Default, as the story was fantastic, and I grew to love the characters. The grindiness of the RPG elements, as well as the second half of the game, might turn some players off, however, so I can only advise that it's worth sticking it out.
"Trusty old fairy dust."
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