The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails

The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails

December 10, 2021

ActionAdventureRPG Nintendo SwitchPCPlayStation 4

Nayuta has always dreamed of exploring beyond the horizon of his island home. After a fateful encounter with a fairy by the name of Noi, he and his friends find themselves whisked away on an adventure through multiple worlds in order to stop an evil plot that has been set …

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Adam Vitale RPG Site Dec 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

70.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails invokes a feeling of an earlier era of Falcom in some of the best ways. With a charming presentation and commendable gameplay, this is a satisfying game and an easy recommendation to anyone looking …"

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A.J. Maciejewski Video Chums Dec 2021
81.0 /100

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails brought me back to the wonderful PSP days and for that, I feel indebted to this fantastic gem from that era. Throw in excellent gameplay, an undeniably charming world, and oodles of cleverly designed …"

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André Barrozo Jr NintendoBoy Dec 2021
90.0 /100

Graphics

87.0

Gameplay

89.0

Story

93.0

"The game is an adventure that will keep you entertained for a few good hours, both because of its simple narrative but with captivating characters, and because it is extremely enjoyable to play. Who knows, maybe after Nayuta, I&s;ll give …"

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Andrew Thornton Hey Poor Player Dec 2021
70.0 /100

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is a fun action RPG whose portable origins shine through for better and worse. While definitely fun, its story and gameplay can feel a tad slight at times, especially as the game goes on. …"

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Antonello Bello Everyeye.it Dec 2021
70.0 /100

"Although it is in effect an iteration of the franchise of The Legend of Heroes, which is finally receiving the deserved attention also in the West, both from a playful and narrative point of view The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless …"

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Bailey Seemangal Noisy Pixel Dec 2021
95.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

90.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is a masterful spinoff boasting its own distinct identity, with an addictive gameplay loop enhanced by several excellently woven upgrade and replayability systems, as well as a finely crafted narrative and loveable cast that …"

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Chris Shive Hardcore Gamer Dec 2021
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

67.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails might show its age, but can still be a good time."

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Dennis Price Console Creatures Dec 2021
80.0 /100

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is an enjoyable entry with a well-paced narrative, fantastic world-building that pays off in a big way, and gameplay that brings a new level of fun to the formula by going all in on …"

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Derek Thompson Geeks Under Grace Dec 2021
40.0 /100

"A shell of a game, and not even close to the quality of Falcom&s;s The Legend of Heroes series."

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Drew Sherratt VGamingNews Dec 2021
60.0 /100

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is a faithful port of a PSP classic. It ticks all of the boxes for a typical noughties JRPG that offers a tonne of nostalgia for fans of the genre, but with an arcade …"

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Dustin Spencer Capsule Computers Dec 2021
74.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

72.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails brings a solid experience to consoles, with a lovely story and accessible gameplay mechanics most will find a joy to dive into."

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Fernando Sánchez 33bits Dec 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

82.0

Story

74.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is a very interesting and fun action RPG. It may not be at the levels of the other titles with which it shares the series -Trails- or the ones it is most similar to …"

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George Yang Nintendo Life Dec 2021
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

55.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is a fun action RPG that takes elements of the wider series it&s;s based on and crafts something unique. The minute-to-minute gameplay is also engaging, although with some minor platforming frustrations here and there. …"

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Isaiah Parker NookGaming Dec 2021
100.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

95.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is one of those rare, utterly exceptional games that leaves me at a loss for words upon completion. It’s a crime that this game took as long as it did to come westward, but …"

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Ivanir Ignacchitti Hardcore Gamer Dec 2021
85.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

75.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is a competent action RPG worth playing. Despite a few limitations that may annoy some players and a story that may be a weak point, the general experience showcases the late 2000&s;s/early 2010&s;s Nihon …"

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Izzy Parsons RPG Fan Dec 2021
85.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

90.0

"The Legend of Nayuta succeeds at everything it sets out to do and is difficult to find any faults in. Anyone with any interest in action RPGs should give it a whirl."

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Jordan Rudek NintendoWorldReport Dec 2021
85.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

86.0

Story

73.0

"With a fairly enjoyable main narrative that plays second fiddle to engaging gameplay and effective presentation, The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails may be slight in terms of length when compared to other Trails games, but it&s;s a spinoff that …"

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José Viana PSX Brasil Dec 2021
75.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

80.0

"With nostalgic DNA, the remaster of The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails should please longtime Falcom fans, but newer fans may not fit too well into the "loop" and constraints of the original release."

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Kenny Massey Pure Nintendo Dec 2021
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

87.0

Story

92.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails, is a great game with solid world-building and an amazing soundtrack to back it up. The characters are enthusiastic and fun, and the gameplay, while somewhat simple, is enjoyable nonetheless. A couple of very …"

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Kevin Smith RPGamer Dec 2021
70.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

64.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is a fun, breezy action RPG with an interesting story and great cast. Though combat can become repetitive and frustrating, it’s never enough to significantly detract from an addictive gameplay loop."

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Lyle Carr God is a Geek Dec 2021
80.0 /100

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is a lovely action RPG spinoff of the beloved Trails series, finally available in the west."

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Miguel Moran TheSixthAxis Dec 2021
90.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

86.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is an absolute gem, and one of Nihon Falcom&s;s best games period. It&s;s a simple, bite-sized, and endlessly rewarding action RPG that brings all the charm of a hand-held adventure to the big screen …"

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Mike Crewe GameGrin Dec 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

70.0

"A lighter side-entry into the Trails series, The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails may not engross you in its narrative, but will surely charm you with its carefree nature."

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Patrick Aguda oprainfall Dec 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

82.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is a straightforward adventure with action gameplay that isn’t too complicated. While not as epic story wise as other Trails games, and not as challenging an action game as those in the Ys series, …"

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Pedro Ladino Game Lodge Dec 2021
95.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

80.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is a rare gem of PSP action games and I&s;m glad I finally got to experience it. As well as being engaging, it brings a taste of that Nihon Falcom era that we&s;re not …"

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Raul Ochoa Final Weapon Dec 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

65.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails brings a vastly different experience compared to other Trails games, but it&s;s a true Falcom title that will captivate players all the same. From an otherworldly setting with dozens of levels to a simple …"

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Ravi Sinha GamingBolt Dec 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

70.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails has always been an interesting spin-off to the main Kiseki series, and this remaster helps its action platforming and world-building shine."

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Robert Ramsey Push Square Dec 2021
70.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

60.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is an effortlessly charming action RPG. Even though the story struggles to engage, there&s;s so much to like about the game&s;s hectic mix of hack-and-slash combat and responsive platforming. An easy recommendation for fans …"

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Sahil Lala Invision Community Dec 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

80.0

"Overall The Legend of Nayuta Boundless Trails is an extremely solid JRPG adventure with a rather simplistic battle and combat system. There’s quite a bit of puzzle platforming that happens throughout the game but the fast-paced combat where you effectively …"

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Salal Awan Twisted Voxel Dec 2021
75.0 /100

Graphics

62.0

Gameplay

84.0

Story

71.0

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails emerges as a noteworthy addition to Nihon Falcom&s;s esteemed portfolio, offering a different yet familiar experience for fans of the Trails and Ys series. With its first-ever English localization, the game brings action RPG …"

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Se Yun Jeon INVEN Dec 2021
75.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

70.0

"&s;The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails&s; was originally released for PSP. Even though it was remastered, its graphic quality is a little crude. But various puzzles, immersive combats, and fairytale-like fantasy world await you. It will be a good appetizer …"

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Stephan Adamus COGconnected Dec 2021
73.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

60.0

"At the beginning, I loved The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails. It had a cozy JRPG prologue, gorgeous visuals, and an interesting narrative. These came together to create a world I was really excited to explore. I thoroughly enjoyed the …"

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Timothy Monbleau PC Gamer Dec 2021
80.0 /100

"The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails is pure gaming comfort food. Its mix of action, platforming, and RPG is too pleasant to resist, especially accompanied by its fantastic soundtrack. It certainly shows its age, and especially its portable origins. But …"

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Timothy Nunes PlayStation Universe Dec 2021
70.0 /100

Graphics

55.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

65.0

"The Legend of Nayuta Boundless Trails doesn&s;t have the kind of depth many RPG fans may want. At the same time, there&s;s a universality to the gameplay loop that still works well when compared to the modern mobile game formula. …"

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Victor Hugo Carreta Nintendo Blast Dec 2021
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

80.0

"In the end, Boundless Trails is a good game and works for both longtime fans as those who are still getting started."

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