SaGa Scarlet Grace Ambitions
August 1, 2018
The Firebringer, a fallen god and bane of humanity, has wrought havoc on the world since his exile. Mankind constructed an Empire with a singular purpose: engage the Firebringer and his fiends in battle to defend humanity. After a millennia of fighting, the Firebringer has finally been defeated, and the …
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78.8
18 critic reviews
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Critic Reviews (18)
"If you&s;re looking for an unconventional and rewarding RPG then SaGa: Scarlet Grace - Ambitions is a must-play."
Read original review"At times brutally difficult, and others frustratingly random, SaGa Scarlet Grace: Ambitions takes some big risks to ensure it&s;s highly satisfying and incredibly rewarding to play through."
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68.0
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84.0
Story
72.0
"SaGa Scarlet Grace: Ambitions may not be a game for everyone but for those willing to not judge the game on its presentation will find a rich world with a unique gameplay experience unlike any other. This is a great …"
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70.0
Gameplay
92.0
Story
78.0
"What SaGa Scarlet Grace Ambitions lacks in its plot, it more than makes up for in its difficult and complex battle system. Make no mistake, this is a hardcore RPG. You&s;ll be retrying battles over and over just to barely …"
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75.0
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90.0
Story
80.0
"What may be surprising to both new and old fans alike is just how much time is spent in combat. All of the terrific dialogue and interactions between characters is gated behind hours of complex combat mechanics and some difficult …"
Read original review"For the most part, SaGa Scarlet Grace: Ambitions is going to appeal to the RPG fan at heart. It has some weird mechanics, a story that takes a while to get going and feels rather dated. This isn&s;t to say …"
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78.0
Gameplay
82.0
Story
76.0
"SaGa Scarlet Grace: Ambitions is an ambitious game that hides a lot of content beneath its surface whilst offering one of the best combat systems and strongest replay values for an RPG."
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50.0
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80.0
Story
60.0
"Overall, I had a great time playing through Scarlet Grace, though it does have its flaws. The worldbuilding was some of the best I’ve ever seen in a video game, but the story suffered as a result."
Read original review"While it is nice to see a brand new SaGa game after the franchise laid dormant for years, it is still struggling to find common ground and the experimental nature of the gameplay means this is not meant for everyone."
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70.0
Gameplay
85.0
Story
90.0
"Akitoshi Kawazu and Square Enix have crafted one of the most innovative RPGs in years, and players owe it to themselves to check it out."
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70.0
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90.0
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65.0
"In SaGa Scarlet Grace: Ambitions, a fantastic match makes a title that may not seem like it has much to offer, becomes a magnificent experience that one who likes a good tactical system cannot miss."
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75.0
Gameplay
70.0
Story
65.0
"When all is said and done, SaGa: Scarlet Grace: Ambitions proves why the franchise is often overlooked in favor of its more familiar RPG cousins."
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65.0
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90.0
Story
70.0
"Unconventional and risk-taking, Scarlet Grace houses a great battle system and interesting world, but its flaws get in the way"
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30.0
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35.0
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25.0
"SaGa Scarlet Grace Ambitions is a disappointing RPG that falls short because of its boring story, mediocre visuals, and nerfed world. The combat and music are excellent, but it’s not enough to make Ambitions worth recommending."
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45.0
Gameplay
68.0
Story
85.0
"SaGa Scarlet Grace: Ambitions is a SaGa game through and through. Unfortunately, that means it’s not for everyone."
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75.0
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78.0
Story
77.0
"Worthy of its name, SaGa Scarlet Grace: Ambitions is another good chapter in an historic franchise, with good story and a fun and challenging combat system. Despite its clear technical limitations, it still is an experience RPG fans should play."
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65.0
Gameplay
85.0
Story
90.0
"SaGa Scarlet Grace: Ambitions blends the challenge of olden JRPG days with the aesthetic refinement of modern gaming to create a tantilizing final product. Difficulty waivers back and forth in odd ways, but the narrative and combat keep everything feeling …"
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75.0
Gameplay
90.0
Story
70.0
"The graphic quality is no better than average, but the sound design was good enough to remind you that you’re enjoying the SaGa series and its unique style of gameplay. As one of the original JRPGs, there are plenty of …"
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