Tales of Graces F Remastered

Tales of Graces f Remastered is a fantastic version of the 2009 original that still holds up today, and is wonderful on the Steam Deck.

Not only is Tales of Graces f Remastered the definitive version of what is arguably one of the best games in the series, but it's also a firm foundation for the future of other Tales ​​​​​​remakes and remasters. As a Tales game, it delivers on all fronts, with charming characters that are easy to get attached to and be moved by, a predictable yet emotionally poignant narrative that tackles some ch...

Tales of Graces f's big remaster is light on new features, but it looks nice, runs smoothly, and brings a classic to modern audiences.

JRPGs like this don't come very often. The plot charges ahead at a brisk pace while the well-written characters develop through the web of deceit. The sheer quantity and quality of the combat and the variety it offers will have RPG fans feasting for a long while.

At the end of the day, Tales of Graces f Remastered is everything a remaster should be: graphical upgrades that make an old game look better on modern platforms, a trove of quality-of-life additions that make the game better while staying true to the original version, and inclusion of all the DLC for the complete package. It’s really solid value, especially for those who have yet to play Tales of ...

Tales of Graces F Remastered is a faithful remaster that improves upon the original PS3 version in every way. While it doesn’t really change much at its core, including some of its original flaws, it does have quite a few quality of life additions that makes it the best iteration for fans of the series and the original.

Tales of Graces f Remastered occasionally feels dated thanks to its visuals and limited map, but the unique structure of the plot and fun combat make it a worthwhile addition to the library of any JRPG fan. The characters remain the stars of the show, with more growth and change over the course of the game than we expected. If the frequent but short load times don’t get in your way, it is easy to ...

What Tales of Graces f Remastered lacks in story, it makes up for in fun gameplay and complex battle mechanics. With real-time combat that occurs during small-stage open-world encounters, players are tasked with learning the two primary types of attacks. In Tales of Graces f Remastered, these attacks are known as A-Arte or physical attacks and B-Arte or Magic Attacks, and per some of the quality o...

It’s hard to believe that the Tales series is celebrating its thirtieth year. Originally starting with Tales of Phantasia back in 1995, the beloved JRPG franchise has come a long way from its SNES days. It has been telling deep and impactful fantasy stories ever since, with the latest, Tales of Arise, revamping the entire formula for the better. With that said, while we’ve seen a large shift from ...

Tales of Graces f Remastered is an excellent remaster that offers worthwhile improvements but fantastic combat doesn't compensate for predictable narrative.

Tales of Graces f Remastered is a solid entry in the Tales of series. While the characters and story can be cliche at times, the overarching themes remain strong, and Bandai Namco's efforts to modernize the game are a standout showing.

Tales of Graces f Remastered has a lot to say about what causes cycles of violence and abuse, and it’s not all executed well. The conclusion pulls some punches given how brutal the opening is. And if you dislike inter-party drama and daddy issues, this may not be the game for you. That said, if you’re a JRPG fan and especially a Tales fan, I still recommend it. Just maybe wait for a sale first.