Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster Reviews
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 is the perfect launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2. Its story and gameplay remain some of the best the RPG genre has to offer, and the addition of new minigames does a great job showcasing the Joy-Con’s mouse controls. If you’ve never played Bravely Default before, you’re in for a treat. And if you have? Returning to this world on the Switch 2 feels just as rewarding—if not better—than the first time around.
BRAVELY DEFAULT FLYING FAIRY HD Remaster is still enchanting. The high-definition graphics, the striking soundtrack (it's impossible not to hum the battle or map themes), the quality voice acting (although only in English and Japanese) and the charisma of the characters guarantee a great experience. If you're a fan of the series, this is the perfect opportunity to relive the adventure. If you've never played it, but like RPGs with good stories and strategic combat, you can jump in without fear.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster respects the spirit of the original while improving on it in every important way. A must-have if you're a fan of JRPGs and want to get the best start to your Nintendo Switch 2.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
As a first-time player, I walked into Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster, not knowing if it was just another remaster in 2025 or if it was a welcome upgrade for players of the 3DS.
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster brings technical improvements, such as higher resolution and frame rate, while maintaining its memorable art direction and soundtrack. Its Job combat system is strategic and deep. With varied optional content and minigames, it offers a renewed experience, ideal for old and new fans of the JRPG franchise.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster is an excellent RPG launch title that has now been given a second life through the Switch 2. Maybe with some refinements and fixes, this Phoenix Down’d game will be remembered again as one of the greats.
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster proves that a classic JRPG can still shine over a decade later, combining a rich story, deep turn-based combat, and smart modern upgrades that appeal to both newcomers and longtime fans.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster is not just a simple re-release, but represents Square Enix's desire to bring past masterpieces back into vogue so that everyone can enjoy them. Although this new version does not radically alter the original work in terms of content, the graphic restyling and modern settings justify the purchase, especially given the reasonable price.
Review in Italian | Read full review