
The critically acclaimed Valkyria Chronicles is now available on PC in 1080p True HD, including all previously released DLC!
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Game is advertised on both its store page and ProtonDB as having verified support on Linux under proton. It doesn't. Unacceptable levels of stuttering and audio flickering even with the newest version of Proton-GE as of writing this. If you're on a Linux machine, don't even bother. At least on my setup, it just won't run at an acceptable level. Save your money.
A true classic that is showing its age. The turn-based/real-time combo is unique and fun. A lot of QoL issues keep this from being a masterpiece. Weird terrain hitboxes, the inability to speed up the enemy's turn, lack of difficulty scaling, awful rating system, little replay value, to name a few. The rating system in particular detracts from the overall experience of the game. It's sole criteria is the number of turns it takes to finish the mission, meaning that to achieve the highest rank you must rush through every mission as fast as possible. Much of the joy of strategizing solutions is lost when only scout rushing is viable. You'll get more enjoyment from the game if you ignore the rating system entirely. The game requires two full completions to 100% and the campaign gets a little tiresome the 2nd time around. The optional skirmishes you unlock are simply identical or slightly easier versions of their campaign counterparts, when initially unlocked. They are the meat and potatoes of New Game+ in my opinion, as you then unlock the hard and expert difficulties. These are a lot of fun and are new twists with greatly increased difficulty that is sure to put your endgame arsenal to work. Sadly, the campaign missions are identical to the first go around and are total bore fests, compounded by the fact that you can't speed the enemies turn in any way. Don't let my criticisms put you off from this game, it really is fantastic and there is a lot of fun here. I again suggest anyone playing this for the first time to ignore the rating system entirely, it's a poor design choice that robs the game of a lot of its enjoyment. Having completed it, I doubt I'll ever revisit it other than to remember it fondly and check out the other installments of the series.
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战场双马尾,村姑冲冲冲
A damn masterpiece for as long as it's the only game you can play. If it was the only title I had on a PS3 back in 2008 I'd love it, I'd replay the hell out of it, I'd think about it at school and strategize the hell out of it. Unfortunately, back in 2008 I was obsessive about Tibia, not this, and I can only imagine how much more fun I could be having rn. If you take your time and experiment instead of searching for a cheese solution for every level - bravo. Me on the other hand - I tried that, got bored, returned 2 years later and maxxed Alicia to steamroll the rest of the game. PS. I wish the story was a bit darker at times, like Muv-Luv. I liked the ending but the war itself wasn't tragic enough. Also, Japanese > English dub.
PLEASE MAKE VALKYRIA CHRONICLES 5!!!!! I'M CRYING RIGHT NOW
8/10 before I played Valkyria Chronicles 4 this would easily have been a 9/10 or higher. Very solid entry but some normal JRPG cheesyness in the story, but still an excellent game. A ton of fun with the fights even if the first time through you have to grind a bit to level up soldiers and gear. Highly recommend playing, it a steal on sale and bundling with 4 is even better as 4 is best in serries.
whatever go my alicia
Personally, I advise against buying this game. It is simply poorly programmed, confusing, and endlessly dragged out—all of which is, by and large, unnecessary. You’d be better off spending your time on something more worthwhile. Do not buy.
It is overall a pretty good game, I find it pretty hard but though and it kind of killed my motivation for a bit. Chapter 7 is confusing and honestly kind of unfair
I've played this game since I was a kid on the ps3, and back then I thought it was so much fun and intriguing to keep playing over and over. Never got bored. Even now, as I play it over and dedicate myself to 100%'ing it, it's still one of—if not my favorite game of all time. The positives are never ending. I want to praise the art direction and gameplay the most; to this day I have not really played anything like Valkyria Chronicles. And the water color style is simply so unique and gorgeous to clash against the heavy combat and sad story of war. I don't know if I connect so much because I myself am a pacifist to violence, or if this game itself drove me to become so. The roster of characters are nothing insanely special, but with the 'potentials' in game, and voice acting for each person, it made almost everyone an interesting addition. The passive story telling and evolution of Rosie's racism hits me hard everytime. Especially after Marberry Shore. And the love story is sweet and genuine thanks to Colleen O Shaughnessey and Dave Wittenberg's' performances. (As basic as Welkin and Alicia's overarching designs are) While some of the reviews stemming negatively are true; such as the 'do it over again until it works' mentality, enemy AI being dumb and rewards being based off speed. I think everyone should play this game at least once. Just sit down and enjoy it and strategize it how you would. I get it's not for everyone but it truly is a special game that teaches you something to carry for the rest of your life. also Valkyria's are badass asf and I love the concept #womenpower
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