Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition Reviews

Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition is ranked in the 91st percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
8 / 10.0
Jan 16, 2019

Tales of Vesperia; Definitive Edition is a charming game with a great cast, a fun, deep combat system, and a ton of heart and easily the best iteration of a beloved classic.

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4 / 5.0
Feb 4, 2019

Tales of Vesperia Definitive Edition continues the winning streak of ports for the Nintendo Switch.

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8 / 10
Jan 8, 2019

While Bandai Namco has not released a real 8th generation title in the Tales series yet, the new ported version of Tales of Vesperia feels like a solid JRPG that can easily be compared with current 8th generation titles. If you are a fan of JRPGs and for some reason had no chance to grab it back in 2008, now is the time for you to experience one of the best entries in the Tales series and one of the best JRPGs ever.

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8 / 10
Jan 22, 2019

Any JRPG fan who missed Tales of Vesperia the first time around shouldn't hesitate to check out this definitive edition of the title. Despite its age, the game still holds up in 2019.

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8 / 10.0
Jan 20, 2019

A great JRPG which doesn't feel old most of the time, and is still very hard to break away from.

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8 / 10.0
Feb 13, 2019

Although it does little to refine the Tales formula, Vesperia is clearly a must-play for any JRPG fan, if not for the rather uninspired and predictable story, but for the characterization, great voice acting and more often than not hilarious conversations.

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8 / 10.0
Feb 26, 2019

All in all, Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition is a solid remaster of a fun and enjoyable JRPG. It has its flaws and foibles, including a relative weak final story arc and a somewhat inconsistent battle system, but it's one of the most popular Tales titles for a reason. It's plenty of fun to play, and fans of JRPGs will easily overlook the flaws for what is a genuinely enjoyable romp through an old game style.

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8 / 10.0
Jan 26, 2019

Playing Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition will bring back memories of simpler JRPGs that offered fun characters, engaging stories, and colourful worlds.

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8 / 10.0
Jan 9, 2019

Though not the perfect JRPG experience, Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition still manages to stand shoulder to shoulder with modern offerings. A worthy purchase for new fans and veterans alike.

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8 / 10
Jan 20, 2019

The new additions here, especially the integration of a brand new character, definitely make this Definitive Edition worth playing for those who have already played the original. For newcomers, this release is the perfect opportunity to jump into what many (including myself) consider one of the best games in the series.

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8 / 10.0
Jan 9, 2019

Despite its limitations and drawbacks, Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition remains one of the best stories in the genre and comes highly recommended if you’ve never experienced it before.

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8 / 10.0
Jan 18, 2019

Newcomers will be treated to one of the best Tales games in the long-running series, while Vesperia Veterans will finally be able to enjoy a spruced up version of Tales of Vesperia on modern consoles.

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8 / 10.0
Jan 22, 2019

This still stands as the best "Tales Of" game ever made.

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8 / 10.0
Feb 20, 2019

Even though it doesn’t bring anything incredibly new to the table, Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition is without a doubt the best way to experience this RPG classic that is still well worth playing today.

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8 / 10.0
Feb 20, 2019

Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition is the refined return of a classic JRPG experience.

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8 / 10
Mar 6, 2019

In video games, twenty years are an eternity an even ten years ago sounds remote. One of the best things that can be said about Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition, more than years old now, is that it’s surprisingly in good shape even now.

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8 / 10
Feb 15, 2019

Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the series, recall enjoying the original game, or are just in the mood for a good, solid JRPG, I highly recommend Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition. I know it scratched my JRPG itch.

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80%
Feb 11, 2019

No, this isn't another Final Fantasy nor a new episode of Kingdom Hearts. Although we are not talking about some masterpiece, Tales of Vesperia is still a great japanese RPG, which gets more enjoyable the more you play. At the very end, you'll feel a great feeling that you've just experienced an unique adventure.

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Apr 16, 2019

Tales of Vesperia still holds up as a game that is absolutely charming and enjoyable to play, with a multi-faceted cast of characters and a story of intrigue. It’s a JRPG that deserves your attention, even despite its tangible flaws.

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4 / 5.0
Feb 5, 2019

The cast is colorful and fun, battles are fun, and the story will keep players engaged as long as they don’t mind the occasional back-tracking.

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