Freedom Wars Remastered

Freedom Wars Remastered

January 10, 2025

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Critic Reviews (38)

Aaron Potter Daily Mirror Jan 2025
60.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

48.0

"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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A.J. Maciejewski Video Chums Jan 2025
82.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

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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Alessandra Borgonovo IGN Italy Jan 2025
65.0 /100

Graphics

55.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

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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Alex Patterson Final Weapon Jan 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

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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Alireza Razmjoei CriticLenz Jan 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

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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Amir Khalid ReGame It Jan 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

73.0

Story

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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Andrew Duncan GameGrin Jan 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

70.0

"It has its issues, but it&s;s nice to finally get this off of the Vita."

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Antti Saavalainen Fintendo Jan 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

58.0

Gameplay

64.0

Story

62.0

""Fixing the original game with nuts and bolts.""

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Austin Suther TechRaptor Jan 2025
75.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

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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Badr Faisal Al Mutairi ElderPlayers Jan 2025
65.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

62.0

Story

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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Conrad Huang Sirus Gaming Jan 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

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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Dalton Cooper Game Rant Jan 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

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 …"

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David Rodriguez Hobby Consolas Jan 2025
80.0 /100

"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 …"

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Dominic Leighton TheSixthAxis Jan 2025
60.0 /100

"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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Donald Theriault NintendoWorldReport Jan 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

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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Gareth Newnham Impulsegamer Jan 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

85.0

"An solid post-apocalyptic monster-hunting action JRPG that would be criminal to miss"

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James Galizio Game Informer Jan 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

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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Joonatan Itkonen Region Free Jan 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

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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Julián Ramírez GamerFocus Jan 2025
66.0 /100

Graphics

40.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

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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Khayl Adam Push Square Jan 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

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 …"

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Lloyd Opalec Game8 Jan 2025
74.0 /100

"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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Lucas White Shacknews Jan 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

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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Marcos Catalán IGN Spain Jan 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

73.0

Story

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 …"

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Mario Petillo Everyeye.it Jan 2025
65.0 /100

"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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Matthew Zimmari Press Start Jan 2025
75.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

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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Matt Sainsbury Digitally Downloaded Jan 2025
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

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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M. Hossein Khalaji Zoomg Jan 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

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, …"

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Nicholas Mercurio The Games Machine Jan 2025
65.0 /100

"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 …"

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Oliver Reynolds Nintendo Life Jan 2025
70.0 /100

"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 …"

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Raouf Belhamra Digitale Anime Jan 2025
75.0 /100

"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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Ravi Sinha GamingBolt Jan 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

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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Sean Cabot RPG Fan Jan 2025
61.0 /100

Graphics

45.0

Gameplay

30.0

Story

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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Sebastian Quiroz Atomix Jan 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

82.0

Story

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 …"

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Steven Mills Output Lag Jan 2025
80.0 /100

"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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Terrence Johnson ZTGD Jan 2025
75.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

65.0

"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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Thiago de Alencar Moura PSX Brasil Jan 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

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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Valerio Guarnera Gamesource Italia Jan 2025
75.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

70.0

"Freedom Wars Remastered is a good remastered for new platforms with an easy approach."

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Wojciech Gruszczyk PPE.pl Jan 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

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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