NEO: The World Ends with You
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NEO: The World Ends with You

Explore a stylized recreation of Shibuya, as you take on the role of Rindo to battle for survival and unravel the mysteries of the deadly “Reaper’s Game” in this new Action RPG and follow-up to the cl... See more

Released:2021-07-26
Genre:
Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Platforms:
PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch
Developer:Square Enix Creative Business Unit I
Publisher:
Square Enix

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George Yang

10/10

NEO: The World Ends with You is everything a fan of the series could ever ask for in a sequel. It feels modern and contemporary without losing what made the original unique.

Jul 21, 2021 Read Full Review
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GameSpew

Kim Snaith

9/10

Neo: The World Ends With You exudes style and sophistication, its presentation is modern and its gameplay is gripping with a pace that never lets up. Elements of action, adventure, RPG, visual novel and puzzle genres collide with gusto to create an epic experience that will keep you hooked until the credits roll. If you like games with plenty of variety in their gameplay, or games that tell a comp...

Jul 26, 2021 Read Full Review
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RPGSite

Cullen Black

9/10

NEO: The World Ends With You does a wonderful job recapturing what made this formula work so well on the DS, but in a more approachable way.

Jul 26, 2021 Read Full Review
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Cody Gravelle

9/10

Gameplay in NEO: The World Ends With You largely follows a pattern of solving puzzles in Shibuya to gain access to more districts and locales, then fighting through waves of Noise or bosses to advance the team's progress. There are sidequests and other elements, like Scramble Slam, which shake up the progression system further, but battles are central to the experience of NEO and, thankfully, also...

Jul 26, 2021 Read Full Review
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Gamers Heroes

Johnny Hurricane

80/100

NEO: The World Ends With You is a unique and colorful action RPG that packs a fun combat system. While it's certainly not for everyone, those drawn to its stylish vibe will absolutely love it.

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GamingBolt

Pramath

8/10

Fans and newcomers alike are going to be enthralled by NEO: The World Ends with You, that rare belated follow up to a beloved cult classic that manages to live up to, and even exceed, the original.

Jul 31, 2021 Read Full Review
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Steam Deck HQ

Noah Kupetsky

8/10

NEO: The World Ends With You is a wonderfully fun game that pleases the eyes, as well as the Steam Deck!

Oct 19, 2022 Read Full Review
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Destructoid

CJ Andriessen

8/10

NEO: The World Ends with You is a sequel worth waiting for. It brings together many of the best concepts from the DS original but in a more approachable and accessible experience. It may lack the lightning-in-a-bottle genius of its predecessor, but the 40+ hours I spent exploring Shibuya showed me this world doesn’t have to be complicated to be worthwhile.

Jul 31, 2021 Read Full Review
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GameSpot

Michael Higham

7/10

NEO TWEWY is an eccentric action-RPG with an endearing youthful attitude, though its narrative lulls can obstruct its best moments.

Jul 30, 2021 Read Full Review
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Push Square

Ken Talbot

7/10

The World Ends With You launched in 2007 on Nintendo DS and quickly gained a cult following despite that year being packed with a seemingly endless supply of classics. Designed by Kingdom Hearts director Tetsuya Nomura, it was a darker variant of the usual Square Enix RPG formula. Taking a modern setting, a prescient focus on memetic culture, and satisfying touch-based combat, it remains an unders...

Jul 26, 2021 Read Full Review
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Toms Guide

Marshall Honorof

Neo: The World Ends with You is filled to the brim with style and charm, but actually playing the game can get tedious sometimes.

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Twinfinite

Ethan Anderson

NEO: The World Ends With You is a game that gets carried by its intriguing world, creative lore, lovable characters, and of course, its amazing soundtrack. These aspects of the game will keep you wanting more as you trudge through the tiresome day-to-day activities that get thrown at you.

Jul 26, 2021 Read Full Review