So, I have noticed that I tend to post every two days, so I think that I will just make that a set standard for this blog, so look forward to new posts every two days :)
As you saw in the title, this post is a review of the 2013 3DS game, Fire Emblem: Awakening!
I purchased this game last year as a Christmas present to myself, and I must say that it is definitely one of my favorite games that I have ever played. And here are a five reasons why:
1: Character Customization:
Before I buy a game, I normally like to watch some game-play videos on Youtube, and I already knew that I would like this game while I watched the player customize their character. I am a big fan of games that give you some free reign with your MC.
Don't worry Frey, I still love you. (Rune Factory 4)
Anyway, I just loved how you can completely customize your MC from their body shape to even their voice actor! It really makes you feel like you are actually inside of the game, and interacting with the characters. It's also nice because you get a custom animation, sprite, and 3D character! Below is an image of what my personal character looks like, with her resting bitch-face. xD
2: Graphics during Game-play and Cut-scenes:
Okay, so I was blown away with the animation and digital designs during the battles in this game. I think I was first impressed when I watched Frederick kick the crap out of some poor barbarian.
But yes, the graphics in this game are fantastic, both in the battles and in the cut-scenes that have the power to rip your heart out. I mean, look at this!! It's just beautiful. *Sheds manly tear*
3. Characters, Characters, Characters!!:
I freaking love every single character from Fire Emblem, even the ones that are against you and seem like assholes (Which are usually my favorites, actually). Each character has a quirk to them, from obsessive stalkers to candy-loving thieves. You're bound to find a character that you'll love, or two, or all of them, like me. Below are my favorite FE;A Ladies and Gents :) For those of you who are curious, my very favorite female is PANNE, and my favorite guy is STAHL :D
My favorite Fire Emblem: Awakening guys:
Favorite Fire Emblem Ladies~
4. The score:
The score from FE:A has the power to make you stab someone gracefully, and also have uncontrollable sobbing. It's an absolutely beautiful score, full of instrumentals and almost 100 completely different songs that each play at some point within the game! Perfect timing might I also add.
Here is a link to the full album on Youtube :) : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1XVfcR2cvA&list=PL58D398750F1219D8
5. Supports with other Characters:
For those of you who are like me, and are huge romance buffs, this is the perfect game for you. You actually are able to marry one of the other characters, and have a child (or two in some cases) with them! I started off playing Harvest Moon and Rune Factory, and really love games where I can have relationships with the other characters, and boy did this game nail it.
Fire Emblem: Awakening has what it calls a "Support System" where the player can actually have cut-scenes of their own with each other character, and every one is different! Some are funny, some are super weird, some are romantic, and some are even really heart-wrenching when you delve into some backstories.
The best part is, you are also able to witness the Supports of other characters with each other! That's where you really start to see different sides of each character, and it really makes them feel like real people. And, you WILL get attached to characters, and use the others as meat shields to protect your babies, unless that's just me. (I call Sumia Sumeatshield because of this. The name just stuck lol).
Now, here are some examples of supports between the avatar and other characters, and other character's supports with one another :)
They're all so adorable :)
Now, for the ratings.
Fire Emblem; Awakening:
Gameplay: 5/5
Absolutely beautiful graphics also the battles are extremely addictive and fun! They really make you think, and are really entertaining to watch and do.
Story: 4/5
The story for this game is absolutely great, and with over 20 paralogues to play besides the 25 main chapter storyline, there's a lot to see! But, at the same time, I always wish that there was more to see. But, you can always purchase the DLC for extra adventures and chapters with the characters! This would have probably gotten a 5 if I wasn't poor and actually bought the DLC xD
Graphics: 4/5
The characters don't have feet, enough said xD
Characters: 6/5
I love everyone in this game, even Sumeatshield <3
Overall score: 5/5 (Would Recommend!)
I would definitely recommend trying this game out, or just being selfish and buying it while using all three save-files so you can marry all the crushes xD Anyway, this game is definitely worthy of it's "2013 best role-playing game" award, and if that isn't enough to even try it out, then I don't know what is.
Thank you so much for reading this review and I plan to do one for a different video game/ anime every week :) Give this blog a follow to see more!
Queen Geek, Out.
~Skia
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