Wander Stars

"Wander Stars, from the Venezuelan studio Paper Castle, takes the RPG genre and pushes it further with a mix of interesting concepts, where it truly shines in its audiovisual presentation. However, the game isn&s;t perfect, as while its gameplay is …"

"Wander Stars is a truly creative turn-based title with a whole lot of heart."

"Wander Stars is an incredibly cute love letter to the classic anime series. It takes the extreme style of Dragon Ball’s bombastic combat and playfully turns it into a turn-based RPG, fully embracing the camp hyper-stylised nature of its inspirations. …"

"Few games commit to an idea as boldly as Wander Stars, and its anime-inspired episodic structure is a triumph in style and ambition. Yet, the weight of overlapping systems and limited difficulty options makes it harder to love than it …"

"Wander Stars could be just another good Shounen anime. An anime with all the typical plots, memories of the protagonists&s; past, epic battles, and filler episodes."

"Wander Stars is interesting and tells a Dragon Ball type of tale, especially considering its novel combat system that uses words to construct every action."

"At the end of an episode, you can spend Honor, effectively experience points, to permanently raise certain stats or limits, like the number of attack words you can bring into battle. A star ranking system encourages return trips to each …"

"While the experience as a whole can be uneven, the word-based combat and other tweaks to the traditional RPG formula are appreciated"

"What makes the story work is the balance between over-the-top humour and heartfelt character writing. Ringo’s energy sets the tone, but she’s never just comic relief. She grows, she struggles, and she learns what it means to fight with honour. …"

"All in all, Wander Stars is a good time for RPG fans and anyone nostalgic for older battle anime. I had fun with it and you probably will, too."

"Classic anime fans and roguelike survivors who want something different are going to discover Wander Stars as a fantastic expedition. The story goes in amazing directions, the engagement of crafting the best “deck” never gets old, and, when it’s running …"

"Wander Stars does enough to earn a thumbs up. The combat system is great, easy to grasp, but with surprising depth. And the story bowls along at a good pace, keeping you playing."

"Wander Stars mixes old-school anime humor, turn-based combat, and roguelite elements into an entertaining JRPG. The story isn’t groundbreaking, but the creative combat and tactical choices keep you engaged."

"Wander Stars is a turn-based RPG that heavily pays homage to 80s/90s shonen anime, featuring a simple and charming story presented in an episodic format. Its combat is innovative and fun, based on strategic word combinations to perform attacks. Although …"

"Wander Stars is a quirky RPG that uses vocabulary to fight. It&s;s old school anime art style and soundtrack will transport you back to the 90&s;s and will live up to the expectations of those who grew up watching Saturday …"

"Wander Stars is a great reminder that episodic RPGs are a fantastic, if rare, thing. At no point does the game outstay its welcome across its ten episodes, and the writing and characters do a wonderful job of bringing players …"

"Wander Stars is a unique RPG title that allows players to craft their own attacks by mixing and matching words, creating an engaging and enjoyable battle experience with a nostalgic ‘90s anime vibe. With its anime episode-style storytelling and creative …"

"Wander Stars is a little surprise. I really liked the idea of ​​"do-it-yourself" moves, as well as the desire to draw inspiration from classic &s;90s shonen games for the graphics. Sure, the story is intentionally more linear and action-oriented than …"

"I love the combat, aesthetics, and banter between characters. I had an extremely rough time in the boss fights due to technical qualms. I tried pushing forward, but losing at an unplayable mess of a boss fight takes you back …"

"Wander Stars delivers inventive word-driven combat, heartfelt anime storytelling, and stylish presentation. Limited exploration and difficulty spikes aside, it shines as one of the most unique RPG experiences this year."