Lapis x Labyrinth

May 28, 2019 7 years ago

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Type Base game 2018 Genres Platform Role-playing (RPG) Companies Nippon Ichi Software · Publisher · NIS America · Publisher Follow Log in to follow

The game takes place in a rural town located on the frontier of a small kingdom. In the depths of the dense woodlands that extend over this land, it is said that there exists a “Golden Forest” where the trees produce gold. Many adventurers have sought out this huge fortune, but none have yet found it, and the area has since become completely deserted. Unsurprisingly, you'll be exploring this area with a group of adventurers, with eight classes of playable character available to choose from. Each class has different traits, usable weapons, and fighting styles, so players are able to choose a character which truly matches their play style. Those classes are Hunter, Necromancer, Shielder, Maid, Gunner, Wizard, Destroyer, and Bishop.

What it’s like

Lapis x Labyrinth delivers a high-octane, side-scrolling dungeon-diving experience that prioritizes visceral action over narrative depth. Set in a frontier town desperate for wealth, the premise is simple: descend into hazardous woods to uncover the mythical Golden Forest. The core loop revolves around fast-paced combat against hordes of monsters and traps, where players must smash through enemies to gather riches. With eight distinct classes offering varied weapons and fighting styles, the game emphasizes build variety and strategic equipment modification. While the story serves primarily as a backdrop for the treasure hunt, the RPG layers provide substantial mechanical depth through stat boosting and vast item lists. The tone is quirky and energetic, focusing on the thrill of the raid rather than emotional storytelling. It is a colorful, challenging action-RPG that rewards players who enjoy stacking stats and mastering complex combat systems in a visually busy, fast-moving environment.

Strong in CombatGameplay / MechanicsDifficulty / ChallengeExploration / WorldPacingProgression / ReplayabilitySystems Depth / Build VarietyVisuals / Art

Keep in mind The game suffers from visual clutter due to its crowded HUD and gem-filled effects, which can obscure gameplay during intense moments. Additionally, the narrative is minimal and functional, offering little for players seeking deep story or character development.

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