Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a fun tactical JRPG with a great story and many systems to get to grips with for a fun pirate adventure, it may seem a bit complex for anyone not familiar and not all …"

"I absolutely loved my time with Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero and hope that it marks the start of many more sequels as I&s;m excited to see where Marona&s;s adorable adventures take her next. 🏝️"

"A long-awaited sequel that delivers charm, tactical depth, and heart—even if it plays it safe. The inventive Confine/Confire/Confriend mechanics shine, and Marona’s journey strikes a perfect balance between whimsy and emotional weight. While not as expansive as some Nippon Ichi …"

"That doesn’t change the fact that Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero eventually does become an excellent strategy RPG, at least on a mechanical level. Its narrative never really grabbed me, but once you get past the hours of tutorials, combat …"

"e other. Its creative gameplay, deep customization, and nostalgic charm make it one of 2025’s standout SRPGs. While its narrative occasionally feels predictable and its early tutorial may deter some, these flaws hardly dim its brilliance. Like a ship navigating …"

"While Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero echoes Disgaea down to its core, players who don’t like that series might have more reason to love this one. From the fun little story to interesting combat mechanics, it treads its own ground …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a surprising sequel that does a good job of living up to its predecessor, but it doesn&s;t exactly tread new ground for the franchise. A cute but forgettable plot, solid gameplay, and a near-infinite …"

"Aside from its main gimmick of confining and leaning on a main human with medium abilities, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a plain strategy RPG. It has no shortage of content and will keep gamers playing for well over …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero surprises players with its fluid gameplay and fun personality. The game offers various opportunities for creativity, captivating the player. Despite its interesting content, the price may seem high, and the lack of Portuguese localization causes …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero , although technically imperfect, remains an excellent game that deserves to be discovered, especially by fans of the genre."

"Tactical RPGs are always a hit and miss with gamers but Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a fun and accessible title for anyone looking to get into the genre and those who already enjoy it. With a fun cast …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a game that I have no trouble saying is better than its predecessor, yet I’m left with the sense that it’s not as much of an upgrade as it ought to be. I have …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a sequel that manages to use the concept of the original SRPG from over two decades ago and explore it in depth. With complex mechanics and a combat full of options, this work is …"

"Given a choice, I’m sure I would pick a different game from NISA’s illustrious PS2 JRPG lineup that I would rather have a sequel of, but all things said, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a great sequel that improves …"

"If you’ve somehow gotten here with no Disgaea in your history and a love of complex strategy RPGs, The Lost Hero will be an excellent adventure. Otherwise, I’m simply not so sure."

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero certainly isn’t a terrible sequel. As mentioned earlier, NIS’ usage of familiar concepts from the first game should make this offering a worthwhile treat for long-time fans. Sadly, those who are relative newcomers to the …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a cute, comfy game with fun mechanics that do a lot of unique things, which is almost paradoxical considering how much it&s;s also in the mold of Nippon Ichi Software&s;s style of games. It&s;s …"

"Despite some pacing issues and a demanding difficulty curve, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a fantastic SRPG that offers deep, rewarding combat, an engaging world, and a unique battle system that sets it apart from other games in the …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is likely to overwhelm even the most experienced of SRPG aficionados at the start, but that&s;s by design. Its depth and uniqueness will delight those choosing to stick with it, while others can just lower …"

"After years of mere cameos and remasters, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero finally gives the series the attention it deserves: a true sequel that expands on its mechanics. It takes the series into new waters with a brighter tone and …"

"After almost a decade, “Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero” showcases the best parts of the “golden era” of NIS, in which the developer tried more unorthodox approaches to strategy RPGs. Its story its simple, childish sometimes. Its systems deep and …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a clumsy-feeling game, but its scatterbrained energy comes from an admirable place of bucking standardized gameplay conventions in a genre that doesn’t budge often."

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a charming tactics game with a lot of depth, but its Switch performance leaves a lot to be desired."

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is an absolute gem that shines whether you&s;re a returning fan or a newcomer. It takes a while for the very many mechanics of the game to make sense and click, but once they do, …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a superb SRPG that every fan of the genre needs to play. Its complex battle system and engaging story make this an absolute blast to play through!"

"The sequel, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, expands on the original&s;s mechanics. It introduces new ways to employ the phantoms and their quirks in strategic combat and also adds fresh methods to strengthen and progress characters. However, a lackluster and …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero can scratch that SPRG itch if you have it, but it is unlikely to be intriguing to those without an interest in the genre."

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero was made because NIS said a survey of fans demanded these characters return for another installment, so I have to believe that someone is emphatically excited about this title. And there is a lot to …"

"While the story lacks the narrative depth of its predecessor, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a sequel that knows what it is good at, and leans into it, delivering a sharper and more refined experience."

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is packed with content and provides about 10 hours plus many more for the completionists. Despite its negatives, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is the sequel that fans have been waiting for, which has been …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is an amazing experience and story that rides the experience from the first game well. There can be some technical hiccups with the free movement features, but it doesn&s;t lessen the experience in combat."

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero may not be the most unique JRPG in recent memory, but there’s still not much out there that can capture the specific charm of its gameplay. It’s a delight if you’ve never played a Nippon …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero brings its own approach to SRPGs, and with it, a freshness worthy of the best sea breeze. With a light and pleasant story, as well as engaging gameplay, we have very good waters to navigate …"

"This long-awaited sequel’s story is filled with adorable characters and combat that is both solid and designed to be busted open make it a great return for Marona in Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero."

"Phantom Brave The Lost Hero marks the return of an IP that has been dormant for too long. Nippon Ichi has tried in every way to introduce the series to several generations of gamers with its re-releases. A few months …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a new and exciting strategy RPG for people who like grid-based games but want to try something different. Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a challenging and fun strategy RPG that delivers a satisfying …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a charming and enjoyable sequel that captures much of the original’s heart, offering fun tactical gameplay and a touching new adventure for Marona and Apricot. However, its strongest story moments are frustratingly kept behind …"

"Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero revives a two-decades-old series with aplomb, all while managing to stay accessible to not only newbies but also relevant to long-time fans."