CRYSTAR

you have to be pretty depressed to play this game

I really enjoy my time playing this game. There are only three things I did not like about Crystar. The negatives are enemy designs, hitboxes, and inventory. Enemy Designs — Enemies throughout the game have the exact same design with different color plates. They do exact same thing. The only exception are the bosses. Hitboxes — You can jump over certain attacks; however, that is only if you do not jump too early or too late. There only two enemies that attacks will track you, but you can use the evade to dodge it and there are sound effects that gives you are warning. Inventory — When you purify sentiments, you get equipment, such as weapons and armor. You cannot sell those weapons and armor until you completely fill out your inventory. For example, each character has a limit of 50 weapons. If you exceed the limit, the game allows you to sell them to keep the limit to 50. The game has jank to it. The reason why I did not put it as negative is because it did not take away from the game in my opinion. It is a subjective manner. Some people may or may not like it. Everything else, I like it. Here are the positives of what I like about the game. Voice acting: They did an excellent job. They have a range of tone. The game has dark themes, but there are positive moments within the game. This allows the voice actors to show how they performance, which elevate those positive and dark moments. You get to feel what the characters are feeling in the story. Art style and Music: Both the art style and music match with the story and does not contradict with the themes of the game. The character designs are interesting. Additionally, the music communicates the tone of the game. The game also uses silence to help communicates how serious how ominous the story can be. Bosses: Each boss felt different throughout the game. They are challenging. The bosses have attack patterns that you have to memorize to avoid taking damage. Gameplay: It is serviceable. You gain an advantage by launching enemies into the air and perform aerial combos. Also, you can chained special moves. The higher the special cost, the better special attack. There are some moves that are better than others. As you level up, you do get better version. For example, you get a move that launches one arrow to help keep you combos going as well as, dealing damage to enemies at a distance. Later on, you can use three arrows at once with a status effect on enemies. Story: As I stated before, it is a dark story with positive moment that help break the pace. There are plot twists and mystery in the game. Once you finish the game, you do not get the whole context and have to play the game again. You do not have to play through the whole game, just sections of the game. Additionally, you get stronger weapons and armor. Overall, my time playing this game has been amazing. I would play this game again. The plot twists and mystery are shocking. The gameplay does have jank to it, but it did not take away my enjoyment from the game. I really like all of the characters. I recommend you play this game