GrimGrimoire OnceMore

"I mostly enjoyed GrimGrimoire OnceMore and it still looks lovely but at the same time, its gameplay isn&s;t all that involving, especially after you master the basics which doesn&s;t take all that long."

"Unlike other Vanillaware games, GrimGrimoire Once More is not a game for the whole audience. If you connect with him and you are not frustrated by the "die, learn and try again" loop, you will have great moments with a …"

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a remastered strategy RPG set in a magical world, boasting a captivating story and strong characters. Despite its repetitive gameplay and dated concepts, the game offers adjustable difficulty and a unique gameplay blend for committed players."

"Except for the fascinating artistic component, which from that distant 2007 would have become the trademark of Vanillaware, GrimGrimoire OnceMore is an imperfect product and not exactly up to the fame that the Japanese developer enjoys today, also because the …"

"GrimGrimoire One More seems like a solid remake of the original game from 2007. It is lacking something though that makes it another special entry in the roster of VanillaWare&s;s games."

"Vanillaware fans will probably be sold based on the artwork and faith in the company alone. So if you’re sitting on the fence still, you’re going to have to trust your gut. All in all, I had a great time …"

"Impressive efforts with a few noticeable problems holding them back. Won&s;t astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash."

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a good title but suffers from some shortcomings. It is an unconventional title and clearly not on the level of 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, but it still manages to be appreciated for what it is: a Japanese …"

"GrimGrimoire rises from its ashes, picking up and greatly improving a product that initially showed Vanillaware&s;s inexperience in the RTS sector. It&s;s still not perfect, but console-powered real-time strategy fans will hardly find better at the moment."

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore offers tower defense and RTS fans a level of learning and resource management that engages without ever hitting overload. It&s;s not my favorite tower defense game, but the quality artwork, interesting story, and solid gameplay should have genre …"

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore was the first Vanillaware game to be published in 2007 and now it has been given a fine-tuning with the GrimGrimoire OnceMore remaster. This revision that has just landed for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch has …"

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a perfect entry point for all the newcomers of the genre, given its light structure and small arenas, but it also offers a decent challenge in its later stages. It&s;s beauty is undeniable even sixteen years after …"

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a really interesting RTS with a remarkable, well-planned world. The high quality Vanillaware illustrations are only the cherry on top of a cake any strategy fan should give a try."

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a great example of a remake done right. Instead of doing the bare minimum with a simple upscale and calling it a day, the game throws in several new mechanics such as Great Magic spells and a …"

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore is one of those rereleases that not only acts as a remaster, but includes meaningful quality of life adjustments that make the experience better."

"While GrimGrimoire OnceMore may overwhelm players with its numerous mechanics and lack of narrative freedom, it also offers a vibrant glimpse into Vanillaware&s;s roots."

"Despite its specific issues, it&s;s possible to consider GrimGrimoire OnceMore a very capable representative of its genre, but, even so, it&s;s hardly inviting for the general public. Even so, this is a respectable entry in Vanillaware&s;s catalogue."

"undefined.GrimGrimoire OnceMore (with feeling) is a textbook example of how to retain an enjoyable experience and modernize it for a contemporary audience. The whimsical characters and art shine in HD, and the RTS gameplay holds up well on Switch. The …"

"Interesting characters, some drama, and a pretty light but engaging take on real-time strategy help this stand out some"

"Despite its short duration, GrimGrimoire OnceMore&s;s journey is light, fun, and rewarding. With quality-of-life features like a speed-up button, battles can quickly become intense, and the various difficulty levels that can be changed at any time in the level selection …"

"Lillet Blan returns once more to the Silver Star Tower, but this time fixes some of the problems of the original game from 2007. Thanks to new content like the gallery, the skill tree and the quality of live improvements, …"

"Once More is a gorgeous game with a strong story and a lot of depth, it just drops you into the deep end quickly."

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore serves as a solid remaster with a fantastic visual upgrade and new gameplay additions. Some control issues and repetitive gameplay hold it back but overall is a good strategy sim with an alluring setting."

"It’s got a great set of characters, some solid gameplay and a lot of heart. It’s engaging, maybe more tower defense than true strategy, but still a great time sink for upwards of an hour at a time. I highly …"

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a mix of a visual novel broken up by RTS battles. I went into GrimGrimoire OnceMore without knowing whether I would like the game or not! You see, the visual novel’s gameplay style isn’t my thing. However, …"

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a visually gorgeous title with tight real time strategy gameplay, come for the strategy and stay for the clever story."

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a tower defense with an incredible artwork. Despite being a PlayStation 2 game, it looks great thanks to the facelift of this edition."

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a great remaster that brings players back into a magical world crafted by Nippon Ichi Software and Vanillaware. This real-time strategy game features a vibrant artstyle, unique gameplay, and a compelling cast of characters."

"The gameplay is a bit of a learning curve, but once it clicks, it’s addictive. Battles move at a brisk pace and challenge the player to be constantly aware of what is happening in every corner of the map."

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a display of passion from the art to the character designs. It has a fun loop and is a very unique experience. The only negative comes with the shortness of the main game and the maps mainly …"

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore is a courageous and interesting title from a team that has consistently resisted market pressures, even at the expense of profits. The bizarre mix of visual novel, RTS, and tower defense mechanics remains fresh and intriguing 16 years …"

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore is an excellent remaster of a hidden gem from the PS2 era that finally gets the chance to receive the attention it deserves. Its 2D RTS system works exceptionally well and its story is as good as its …"

"Vertical 2D battles in a giant tower are a great USP, but GrimGrimoire can’t reach the pinnacle with a battle system more bloated and complex than fun. Vanillaware’s beautiful signature artwork and clever narratives are as ageless now as they …"

"GrimGrimoire OnceMore takes one of the most under-appreciated RTS games of its generation and fixes some of its biggest problems, making this a worthwhile game for both new fans and those who have played the original. While the repetitive maps …"