Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore

Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore

January 17, 2020

RPG Nintendo Switch

TWO WORLDS. ONE HEROIC DESTINY. UNLOCKED POTENTIAL Explore well-known districts of modern day Tokyo, help a group of aspiring icons on their journey to superstardom, and defend the world from Mirages – spectre-like beings who are invading our world and draining people of their creativity. Partner up with heroes from …

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82.1

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Critic Reviews (33)

Adam Vitale RPG Site Jan 2020
80.0 /100

"A wonderful JRPG that gets a second chance on a new platform."

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Álvaro Alonso Hobby Consolas Jan 2020
88.0 /100

"A second chance to discover one of the most fresh JRPGs of recent memory. Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore is pretty much a Persona game with a bit of Fire Emblem here and there, so if you love the genre, …"

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Antonello Bello Everyeye.it Jan 2020
82.0 /100

"Four years after the original debut, Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE continues to be a valid and captivating product, also thanks to the interesting influences due to the fascinating Japanese culture."

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Austin Suther TechRaptor Jan 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

88.0

"Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore&s;s incredibly colorful style brightens up your day. The addicting JRPG gameplay keeps you occupied for hours, and the soundtrack will remain stuck in your head for months to come."

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Brian Santana IGN Spain Jan 2020
75.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

75.0

"‎A very Japanese video game that brings back very classic aspects of its role. With all that this entails.‎"

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Cameron Hawkins IGN Jan 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

94.0

"Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore is a one-of-a-kind JRPG that has found a new home on the Nintendo Switch."

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Chris Scullion VGC Jan 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

64.0

"Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore is one of the most colourful, approachable and downright endearing RPGs you&s;ll find on the Switch. Its new story chapter, music tracks and character assists improve on the original to an extent, but not enough …"

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Danilo Dellafrana The Games Machine Jan 2020
83.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

70.0

"Tokyo Mirage Session #FE Encore remains one of the best JRPGs of the last generation, but the improvements introduced in this edition are not enough to recommend a new purchase to those who already own the WiiU version."

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Dave Aubrey VGC Jan 2020
82.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

80.0

"Tokyo Mirage Sessions ♯FE Encore is definitely the definitive version of the game - who needs the Wii U GamePad, anyway? JRPG fans and those who love idol culture will find a lot to love here, but this certainly won&s;t …"

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David Flynn GamingTrend Jan 2020
95.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

88.0

"Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore is the best version of a great game. It&s;s got great characters with a lot of depth (except for Itsuki), varied visual themes, wonderful music, and an addictive battle system. Its debut didn&s;t get the …"

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Dean James Multiplayer First Jan 2020
80.0 /100

"While Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore may not have quite as much Fire Emblem influence as some fans may want, the two series go very well together with a unique premise and Mirage system that is overlaid upon a pretty …"

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Dominic Leighton TheSixthAxis Jan 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

88.0

Gameplay

76.0

Story

82.0

"Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore feels particularly timely. The world hasn&s;t been the brightest, most hopeful place in recent years, but leading a team of cheerful, committed teen pop idols against demonic entities makes it feel that much brighter. This …"

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Eric Hall We Got This Covered Jan 2020
90.0 /100

"The idol-centric story may put some off, but Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore is still a dynamite RPG that features an excellent combat engine and wonderful, flashy visuals."

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Filipe Da Silva Barbosa Gameblog Jan 2020
60.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

60.0

"Gone pretty unnoticed during its first release on the Wii U back in 2015, the title developped jointly by Atlus and Intelligent Systems was and still is a niche game, mainly aimed at both JRPG and J-pop enthusiasts. This second …"

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Jacob Bukacek Hardcore Gamer Jan 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

82.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

74.0

"Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore is the definitive version of a JRPG that was already quite enjoyable."

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Jade King TheGamer Jan 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

35.0

Gameplay

35.0

Story

35.0

"Players after an engaging battle system alongside cute and meaningful characters will find a lot to love here, especially if a sucker for exploring contemporary Japanese settings. Just prepare yourself for a healthy dose of eclectic imagery and an endless …"

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James Berich Press Start Jan 2020
60.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

60.0

"Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore features some much-needed quality of life improvements, as well as a strong opening and novel combat. But, ultimately, tedious dungeon design and unrefined boss battles that plagued the original remain and prevent Encore from being …"

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James Paley COGconnected Jan 2020
76.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

70.0

"If you must prepare for this game, then prepare to be exhausted, elated, and energized. I found the Persona/Fire Emblem mix to be a bit unbalanced for my tastes, with too much tough and not quite enough touching. Still, under …"

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Jason Hidalgo Reno Gazette-Journal Jan 2020
80.0 /100

"Nearly four years after its original release, Tokyo Mirage Sessions ♯FE Encore holds up well even today. The switch to the Switch, pun so totally intended, feels surprisingly natural even with the loss of a second screen. The first game …"

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John Whitehouse ZTGD Jan 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

90.0

"Time hasn’t aged this game one bit; I still found it as adorable as I did back in 2016. It is great that TMS is now available to a wider audience and hopefully will it get the sales it deserves. …"

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Joshua Broadwell GameSkinny Jan 2020
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

55.0

"TMS #FE Encore is a solid enough RPG that doesn&s;t play to its strengths and ultimately falls short of greatness."

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Kirk Hiner Pure Nintendo Jan 2020
95.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

88.0

Story

90.0

"Those with no interest in the Japanese idol industry may be alienated by how deeply Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE: Encore digs into it (I&s;m sure I missed a lot of jokes), but I can&s;t imagine there are Nintendo gamers out …"

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Krista Noren GBAtemp Jan 2020
85.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

85.0

"Tokyo Mirage Sessions never really captures the best of either of its inspirations, always feeling like a crossover that mixes the elements of both Persona and Fire Emblem, but never blends them fully. However, that doesn&s;t take away that this …"

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Malindy Hetfeld Guardian Jan 2020
75.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

70.0

"Unable to combine the best of two beloved series, this JRPG can&s;t really find its focus."

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Mark Fajardo Just Push Start Jan 2020
85.0 /100

Graphics

72.0

Gameplay

76.0

Story

81.0

"Similar to the original Wii U version, Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore remains an experience worth playing. It might not appeal to everyone but if you can get past the idol elements and some of the rough parts, it&s;s a …"

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Miguel Moran TheSixthAxis Jan 2020
90.0 /100

"Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore brings improved load times, new content, and incredible charm to Nintendo Switch, resulting in a must-play JRPG experience for anyone who owns the latest Nintendo console."

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Miguel Reyes Atomix Jan 2020
85.0 /100

"Tokyo Mirage Sessssions #FE was one of the most colorful, entertaining and visually amazing games from the Wii U that, sadly, most people ignored. Now, this new port for the Nintendo Switch serves as a second chance to get into …"

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Mike Splechta GameZone Jan 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

90.0

"Aside from the ridiculous lack of an autosave feature, I absolutely adored my time with this bright and colorful game. If I wasn&s;t admiring the gorgeous aesthetics, I was bopping to the catchy soundtrack. And on top of that, the …"

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Mikhail Madnani God is a Geek Jan 2020
85.0 /100

"Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore is a fantastic JRPG that could have been better technically and when it comes to localisation."

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Nathan Lee RPG Site Jan 2020
89.0 /100

"Tokyo Mirage Sessions&s; deep battle system, light-hearted story, bright aesthetics, and catchy J-pop soundtrack are JRPG bliss."

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Steve Boxer VGC Jan 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

75.0

"A group of magical youngsters do battle on the streets of Tokyo in this endearing, addictive anime-like role-playing game"

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Umar Bastra Critical Hit Jan 2020
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

72.0

"With one of the most addictive turn-based battle systems you&s;ll find today in a JRPG, Tokyo Mirage Sessions was a blast to play. It&s;s just unfortunate that the story and characters were about as bland as flavourless rice cakes."

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Zhiqing Wan Twinfinite Jan 2020
80.0 /100

"Ultimately, Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore still isn’t a game that will stick with you after you’ve beaten it, but it’s a groovy time while it lasts."

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