Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes

What started as a Kickstarter project 4 years back has finally been released and this Suikoden fan couldn't be happier so let's dig in.

I’ve had a complicated relationship with turn-based JRPGs over the years. Pokemon was essentially the only RPG I played as a child, and once I started getting into gaming as an adult I slowly started making my way through the enormous back catalog of Japanese role-playing games dating back all the way to the early 90s, trying to dip my toes into every series I could. Some, like Dragon Quest, or Oc...

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes has the nostalgic feel of a '90s JRPG but revitalizes the genre with lovable characters and epic strategy sequences.

Eiyuden Chonricle: Hundred Heroes is exactly what Suikoden fans have been asking for. Fans of old-school JRPGs or games about recruiting characters shouldn't hesitate to check it out.

The spirit of adventure sings in Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes.

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is a great throwback to past JRPGs, for better and worse, but it is perfect on the Steam Deck.

Eiyuden Chronicle is a fantastic first entry from Rabbit & Bear Studios , recalling its iconic Suikoden origins. While the by-the-numbers plot prevents it from achieving true greatness, a strong cast of characters and exciting base-building mechanics make this a must-play for classic RPG fans.

As a spiritual successor to the Suikoden series, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes gets a lot right. It's just a shame its story lacks emotional impact and in some ways it's a little too old-fashioned.

As an aggressively old-school role-playing game, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes suffers in areas like combat, side quest design and balance but makes up for it with the story, extensive cast and strong presentation.

There is no doubt that the vision Rabbit & Bear Studios had behind Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes yearns for JRPG classics - with Suikoden at the heart (and history) of many of the team. This has many benefits, with a world fit for a grand adventure, and a combat system beaming with countless intricacies, but with that anachronism comes some roadblocks too.

A big throwback RPG that doesn't meaningfully mess with Suikoden's 30-year-old formula.

A turn-based JRPG that accommodates those familiar with Suikoden or those who don't know what a Suikoden is. Embrace the old-school quirks and there's a wonderful journey to be had here.