The Last Remnant Remastered
Dec 12, 2019 7 years ago
Originally released on the Xbox 360 in 2008, The Last Remnant was ported to the PC the following year. It announced for the PS3, but that release never happened. Now a decade later, the game is coming to PlayStation. Square Enix has announced The Last Remnant Remastered as a download-only title.
What it’s like
The Last Remnant Remastered offers a distinct JRPG experience defined by its ambitious, complex battle system rather than traditional action. You control an army of units in tactical grid-based engagements, managing formation and resource allocation with strategic depth that feels more like a simulation than a standard RPG. The narrative follows a young protagonist navigating a fractured world filled with political intrigue and mysterious entities, supported by a large cast of characters. While the story is engaging and the premise intriguing, the pacing can feel sluggish due to the game's deliberate, methodical approach to both dialogue and combat resolution. Visually, the remaster updates the Unreal Engine 3 foundation for cleaner presentation, though the art style remains rooted in its era. The experience is charming yet undeniably flawed; it is a unique tactical experiment that prioritizes mechanical intricacy over streamlined accessibility, resulting in a title that feels more like a fascinating historical artifact than a polished modern blockbuster.
Strong in Gameplay / MechanicsSystems Depth / Build VarietyCharactersCombatDifficulty / ChallengeStory / NarrativeVisuals / Art
Keep in mind The battle system is notoriously complex and unintuitive, requiring significant time investment to master without external guides. · Pacing is slow and dialogue-heavy; players seeking fast-paced action or streamlined JRPG conventions will likely find it tedious.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from metacritic.com, opencritic.com, nintendolife.com, youtube.com.
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Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PlayStation 4 | Worldwide | Full release | Dec 06, 20188 years ago |
| Nintendo Switch | Worldwide | Full release | Jun 10, 20197 years ago |
| Android | Worldwide | Full release | Dec 12, 20197 years ago |
| iOS | Worldwide | Full release | Dec 12, 20197 years ago |