Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch Remastered

Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch Remastered

September 20, 2019

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Journey back to the other world in Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered. LEVEL-5’s classic tale returns better than ever, with improved graphics and performance. Join Oliver as he embarks on an adventure through a world inhabited by new friends and ferocious foes alike in the hopes …

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Adam Cook God is a Geek Sep 2019
85.0 /100

"Whilst Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is a port and not a remaster, it still looks amazing on Switch, and if you&s;ve got the time, it&s;s a fantastic RPG well worth your time."

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Allisa James DualShockers Sep 2019
85.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

85.0

"Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch Remastered brings a classic to the current-gen. But how does this enhanced version stack up?"

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Amy Kay Purcell GamingTrend Sep 2019
85.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

70.0

"Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is a solid, no-frills, no-additions port of the original PS3 game of the same title. The first video game by Studio Ghibli has not only aged very well, but it also runs …"

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Ann-Kathrin Kuhls GamePro Sep 2019
92.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

94.0

Story

96.0

"This remaster has lost none of its original charm. Another exceptional JRPG"

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Anthony Mann ZTGD Sep 2019
70.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

65.0

"I can only recommend this to people who have never played it or the hardest of hardcore Ni No Kuni fans because otherwise just wait for a sale to play this one again."

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Becca Smith Six One Indie Sep 2019
80.0 /100

"In the end, Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is just as fantastic as it was upon its initial release. From its Ghibli-illustrated cutscenes, to its brilliant world and characters you can’t help but fall in love with, …"

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Brittany Vincent IGN Sep 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

90.0

"Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch arrives on Switch, bringing its magical, colorful adventure to life on the console."

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Casey Gibson The Thirsty Mage Sep 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

63.0

"With a pretty high encounter rate, this caused more than a few issues. That&s;s not to say Ni no Kuni isn&s;t entertaining; it just feels a bit imperfect. Regardless, exploring the different sights within the stunning world and interacting with …"

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Chris Brown Gameplanet Sep 2019
85.0 /100

"Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is just as charming and endearing now as it was when it first came out almost a decade ago. While it does look and play better on PC it would have been …"

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Chris Schilling GamesRadar+ Sep 2019
78.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

85.0

"An exceptionally pretty if otherwise conventional JRPG with diverting combat. Not an all-timer, but worth a (re)visit."

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Chris White God is a Geek Sep 2019
90.0 /100

"Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch Remastered makes sufficient improvements to the visuals, bringing the same incredible JRPG to PC and PS4 without leaving any detail behind."

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Cosmin Vasile Softpedia Sep 2019
90.0 /100

"The game looks better than ever but plays the same, so newcomers to the series should not skip one of the best JRPGs of all time, I would be "brokenhearted." On a serious note, Ni no Kuni remains the same …"

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85.0 /100

"Playing Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch handheld was still inherently delightful, getting to enjoy its world, characters, and presentation again. I was likewise swept away by the gorgeous orchestral score, and I would relive the emotional tenacity …"

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David Martinez Hobby Consolas Sep 2019
90.0 /100

"6 years after its original release, Ni No Kuni Remastered is still a beautiful J-RPG with great music and a moving story, that looks incredible in 4K resolution."

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Denny Connolly Game Rant Sep 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

88.0

Story

87.0

"Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch gets a port for the Switch and a Remaster for PC and PS4 and now is the perfect time to revisit the classic."

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Erica Mura The Games Machine Sep 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

87.0

Gameplay

86.0

Story

92.0

"This remastered version preserves all the magic of Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch and delivers it to all PC and PS4 owners. A highly recommended experience."

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Eric Zander GBAtemp Sep 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

90.0

"Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch was a breath of fresh air in 2013, breathing new life into the dying JRPG genre. This breath still resonates with audiences today and the game holds up in every way. With …"

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Jacob Hull Push Square Sep 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

78.0

"It&s;s fair to say that Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch didn&s;t really need a remaster at all, but we won&s;t look a gift horse in the mouth, and choice is a good thing. It&s;s undoubtedly nice to …"

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James Eckhoff The Digital Fix Sep 2019
90.0 /100

"Gorgeous visuals, charming characters, and engaging story abound in this remaster. While changes are purely graphical in nature, Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch certainly deserves a play for newcomers and veterans alike."

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John-Paul Jones PlayStation Universe Sep 2019
90.0 /100

"One of the most gorgeous and timeless JRPGs of the last decade has now been resurrected on PS4, and if you missed it the first time around you really have no excuse now. This is how you pay tribute to …"

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Joseph Siemsen Marooners&s; Rock Sep 2019
84.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

50.0

Story

85.0

"Ni No Kuni is the same game on the Switch as it was on PS3, with the added benefit of portability and an overall more stable experience."

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Khurram Imtiaz GearNuke Sep 2019
90.0 /100

"It is not every day that we see a JRPG like Ni No Kuni Remastered. It is crafted to perfection from the talented Studio Ghibli and molded into a video game by Level 5. The story, art style, and character …"

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Kyle Hanson Attack of the Fanboy Sep 2019
80.0 /100

"Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch Remastered doesn&s;t reinvent the original, but that wasn&s;t really needed anyway. What you get here is a visually enhanced port of what was already an amazing JRPG full of charm, wit, and …"

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Lucas White Shacknews Sep 2019
75.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

70.0

"I had fun with Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch Remastered, but I found myself knocking it down to easy so I could just hit things without thinking too hard, and going through the more compelling sights and …"

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Mark Fajardo Just Push Start Sep 2019
90.0 /100

"Despite its age, Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch remains a charming adventure. Since it&s;s a straight port, there is nothing for returning fans besides the ability to play on the go. Even if you opt for the …"

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Mitch Vogel Nintendo Life Sep 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

84.0

Story

76.0

"Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is an experience unlike any other on the Switch, expertly blending standard RPG tropes with a heartwarming story, innovative art style, and an immersive soundtrack composed by some of the best in …"

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Pamela Lima Atomix Sep 2019
89.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

92.0

"Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is not only one of the most beautiful JRPGs from this decade, but it&s;s a one of a time experience. With this Remastered version, LEVEL 5 confirms the game as a unique …"

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Rosh Kelly Wccftech Sep 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

85.0

"Despite its age and a sequel, Ni No Kuni Wrath of the White Witch Remastered holds itself high above the competition thanks to an amazing mix of design, music and story."

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Stephan Adamus COGconnected Sep 2019
95.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

94.0

Story

96.0

"Ni No Kuni is a timeless masterpiece of a JRPG. The only reason to not own it is if the JRPG genre is just not your cup of tea. But if it is, you’ve got up to 100 hours of …"

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Steven McGehee Digital Chumps Sep 2019
95.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

95.0

"For those that missed NNK the first time around or maybe sold their copy with their PS3 over the years, the remaster makes a strong case for itself simply because the game is still great and time has not tained …"

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Todd Rigney We Got This Covered Sep 2019
100.0 /100

"The remastered version of this delightful and heartwarming JRPG packs a colorful and heartfelt punch, one that&s;s sure to charm even the most jaded of JRPG fans."

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Tyler Treese PlayStation LifeStyle Sep 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

90.0

"Thanks to one of Bandai Namco’s best localization efforts and the fantastic work of both Level-5 and Studio Ghibli, Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is still a joy to experience almost a decade after it was originally …"

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Tyler Valle Niche Gamer Sep 2019
85.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

90.0

"Ni No Kuni is crafted with such care and detail that it feels as though I was playing through a Studio Ghibli movie that lasted me 30+ hours. In my mind, it is one of the most charming JRPG’s I …"

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Yann Bernard Gameblog Sep 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

84.0

"While Ni no Kuni : Wrath of the White Witch remains intact, and thus only gains mobility on Nintendo Switch, the PS4 and PC versions reveal subtle visual details from this truly magical piece of art. A great, classic JRPG, …"

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