Freedom Wars Remastered
January 10, 2025
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73.6
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"In the end, even over a decade on, Freedom Wars Remastered is still the same unique dystopian take on bite-sized co-op multiplayer it always was. Yet while the smoother framerate and upped resolution present it in its best ever light, …"
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85.0
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78.0
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90.0
"I&s;m very happy that I waited to play FREEDOM WARS Remastered online before writing my review because its action-intense combat lends itself so perfectly to multiplayer matches that I can&s;t wait to play it again. You know what? I think …"
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55.0
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60.0
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70.0
"Freedom Wars Remaster proves what this game could have been with a better management in terms of story and lore, and a more variety when it comes to enemies and environments."
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70.0
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70.0
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70.0
"Freedom Wars Remastered doesn&s;t bring many surprises to the table, but it&s;s great to see a Vita cult classic find its way to current platforms. While it is beginning to show its age, this still holds up as an enjoyable …"
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78.0
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72.0
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68.0
"Freedom Wars Remastered is a commendable effort to make this unique title accessible on modern platforms. The game now offers smoother performance and improved controls, delivering its engaging gameplay more effectively. Despite shortcomings in variety and loading times, it remains …"
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68.0
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73.0
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72.0
"Freedom Wars Remastered returns with a sci-fi setting, offering an action-hunt experience that blends traditional hunting mechanics with its own unique narrative. Technical improvements and English dubbing are welcome additions, and the gritty world manages to hold the audience&s;s attention. …"
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90.0
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85.0
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70.0
"It has its issues, but it&s;s nice to finally get this off of the Vita."
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58.0
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64.0
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62.0
""Fixing the original game with nuts and bolts.""
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60.0
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80.0
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45.0
"Freedom Wars Remastered is a competent take on the Monster Hunter formula. It has a fun hook and an addicting rhythm to its gameplay; that is, if you can get past the loads of dialogue. All that said, it&s;s a …"
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68.0
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62.0
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64.0
"While it&s;s always interesting to see some of the games stuck on older consoles back and re-introduced in modern versions, unfortunately, many of these games show the effects of time in various aspects, and Freedom Wars is one of them. …"
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65.0
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85.0
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80.0
"To sum it up, Freedom Wars Remastered is a good game to play. The only thing I wished for in this game is that they need to refurbish their menu features and fix the loading times. Plus, when completing the …"
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65.0
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70.0
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60.0
"Freedom Wars Remastered&s;s extensive endgame will give players plenty of time to fight countless Abductors and really immerse themselves in the gameplay loop. One could argue that the "real" game begins once Freedom Wars Remastered&s;s story is over, and as …"
Read original review"Freedom Wars Remastered is a good update to one of the most interesting PlayStation Vita games. Although there are not too remarkable new features in terms of content, this remaster is the best version of a game that deserved to …"
Read original review"Freedom Wars Remastered offers one of the more intriguing visions of the future, but where its setting is thoroughly futuristic, its gameplay remains firmly in the past."
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65.0
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78.0
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72.0
"Freedom Wars is definitely something I&s;ll go back to over time, because I&s;ve never managed to actually "complete the sentence" and I&s;m sure there&s;s something insane at the end of it. If you think you can grasp the combat and …"
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75.0
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80.0
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85.0
"An solid post-apocalyptic monster-hunting action JRPG that would be criminal to miss"
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70.0
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65.0
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60.0
"At its core, Freedom Wars is still very much the same game as the PlayStation Vita original, warts and all. It has the same frustrating pacing, the same story that while conceptually interesting maybe doesn&s;t fully deliver on that promise …"
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78.0
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72.0
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68.0
"Freedom Wars Remastered is like a cross between Monster Hunter and a Paul Verhoeven movie. It’s a loud and often clumsy satire that is so audacious you can’t help but fall in love with it."
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40.0
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70.0
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62.0
"Freedom Wars Remastered offers thrilling Monster Hunter-style multiplayer action in an intriguing dystopian world, but the improvements over the original are mere cosmetic improvements. It feels dated in many ways, the missions can be repetitive, and its narrative undermines its …"
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70.0
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70.0
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75.0
"Freedom Wars Remastered is an excellent way to relive the restrictive action game. In 2025, the game&s;s forward-thinking multiplayer components have a greater chance of capturing a dedicated community, and graphical and technical enhancements make it the definitive way to …"
Read original review"Freedom Wars Remastered is a faithful but imperfect revival of a cult classic PlayStation Vita game. While it retains the compelling dystopian premise and addictive combat that made the original standout back in 2014, it also carries over some of …"
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70.0
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85.0
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65.0
"It’s tough to say a lot more about Freedom Wars, despite the fact I had a lot of fun playing it! It really is the quintessential Vita game. It tries a lot of things, hits really hard on a few, …"
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78.0
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73.0
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68.0
"Aunque con una presentación que no oculta su pasado portátil, Freedom Wars Remastered sigue siendo tan divertido como hace una década e incluso se han mejorado ciertos aspectos para hacer más fluida y disfrutable su aventura, donde destaca su modo …"
Read original review"Freedom Wars Remastered should have presented itself in 2025 with some more content, not just with a higher difficulty mode. It is not enough to debut on home consoles with an improved resolution and 60fps, especially if the models remain …"
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75.0
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75.0
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75.0
"Despite initially being a first-party title for a Sony handheld, the decision by Bandai Namco Entertainment to expand Freedom Wars Remastered to other consoles is a masterstroke, as the game is definitely more deserving of audiences with a potential to …"
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85.0
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75.0
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90.0
"Freedom Wars is one of the smarter and shaper takes on the Monster Hunter formula. While Capcom’s series is certainly more refined and well-produced, there’s enough intelligence and sound enough concept and philosophy within Freedom Wars that helps to elevate …"
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68.0
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72.0
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64.0
"Freedom Wars Remastered is a second chance for those who couldn&s;t experience the game initially or enjoyed the original version. Some of the problems present in the original, such as the confusing and strange story and the weak AI companions, …"
Read original review"Freedom Wars Remastered is an operation that fails to restore luster to its former glory. Already narratively it was not something never seen before that could be defined as seminal and, even today, unfortunately the absence of a charismatic character …"
Read original review"Freedom Wars Remastered is a welcome addition to the Switch that revives one of the PS Vita&s;s most unique and enjoyable games. Its core gameplay is challenging and satisfying in equal measure, with plenty of customisable options and upgrades to …"
Read original review"Freedom Wars offers an action-packed, suspenseful RPG experience with engaging combat and a unique premise. However, repetitive quests, sloppy controls, and a disappointing narrative dampen its appeal. The remaster refines these elements, making it a better, but it is still …"
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60.0
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70.0
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45.0
"Freedom Wars Remastered is the 2014 classic through and through, with some bells and whistles. Just don&s;t expect any massive overhauls or new content."
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45.0
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30.0
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25.0
"I truly wish Freedom Wars could live up to my expectations. Stories about authoritarian forces with absurd standards of criminality are more necessary than ever. I think we could also use more action games emphasizing vertical environments and mobility."
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78.0
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82.0
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76.0
"In case Bandai Namco is thinking of revitalizing the series with a sequel, I hope this remaster is a test of what works and what needs to be updated further. Freedom Wars Remastered is a fine remaster that allows a …"
Read original review"Even over a decade later, Freedom Wars Remastered is an extremely satisfying endeavor with the constant reward of seeing your million-year sentence drop lower and lower as you progress, a feeling that’s been a bit absent in this 10-year window …"
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70.0
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85.0
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"Freedom Wars Remastered is a fantastic game. Blending the best of Monster Hunter and adding some kick-ass movements and abilities with the Thorn system, I really want Bandai to bring this franchise back. I am so curious what a new …"
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70.0
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60.0
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75.0
"Despite its limitations, Freedom Wars Remastered is an excellent way to revisit one of the most fun monster hunting games released for the PS Vita. Its story and concepts continue to resonate and the combat, thanks to the improvements brought …"
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80.0
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75.0
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70.0
"Freedom Wars Remastered is a good remastered for new platforms with an easy approach."
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68.0
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72.0
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65.0
"A simple remaster of a Vita classic. It&s;s hard to talk about rapture, but also knowing what the original offered, one can&s;t particularly criticize the premise."
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