Valkyrie Elysium

Nonetheless, I found myself utterly captivated by this game, which takes so many creative risks in the name of its vision. The limited “story” in favour of a deeper narrative working on a more subtle level, downbeat and muted visuals, and graceful rather than visceral combat are all things that are lauded in video games, however appropriate to the experience that the developer is crafting. But this team stuck with the vision, and we should be thankful for that. If you do enjoy the likes of theatre, opera, and ballet, then Valkyrie Elysium belongs to the incredibly small group of titles tha…

NoobFeedAzfar Rayan

75/100

There's little doubt that Square Enix will put more effort into developing the stories and characters in the future. Having all the elements necessary to become a classic, VALKYRIE ELYSIUM is a bit inconsistent experience despite having a great gameplay mechanism. At the same time, its uninspired story and level design could have been better. Although this recreation makes a fantastic attempt at starting from scratch, it will be remembered as something other than a timeless work of art.

Capsule ComputersTravis Bruno

7/10

It may feel lackluster but once players enter the fray Valkyrie Elysium’s exceptionally designed combat mechanics make for a fun action RPG that doesn’t quite live up to its franchise’s legacy.

Twisted VoxelSalal Awan

7/10

Valkyrie Elysium has an excellent battle system and exciting exploration options, but the plot never takes off, resulting in a lackluster conclusion.

Playstation UniverseDavid Carcasole

6.5/10

Valkyrie Elysium is a very fun game with a mildly-intricate combat system that allows for plenty of satisfying moments of pulling off long combos to create a visual feast. Its narrative is lacking but the core characters are charming enough that by the end you can't help but almost feel attached to them all, as you've fought your way through to whichever ending you've chosen. If it weren't for the fact that you're constantly having to make everything work in spite of a camera and lock-on system that feels against you specifically, it would be a much easier game to recommend.

Impulse GamerAlex Prakken

It has been over a decade since the last release in the Valkyrie Profile series, Square Enix’s oft-forgotten turn-based JRPG. With the release of Valkyrie

MP1STJames Lara

6/10

The combat of Valkyrie Elysium certainly makes it worthwhile to play at one point, but if you’re looking for a game that feels entirely there, well this probably isn’t it. There’s fun to be had with the gameplay, but the story, the lack of location and enemy variety, and dated mechanics really pull the whole experience down. What should have been a refreshing take on an old IP, ultimately feels like a half measure.

Checkpoint GamingLuke Mitchell

5.5/10

Valkyrie Profile is a much loved JRPG series that started on the original PlayStation in 1999, featuring strong world-building, memorable characters and enjoyable turn-based combat. It’s been over a decade since we’ve had a Valkyrie game on console, and Valkyrie Elysium modestly attempts to reboot the franchise, with a focus on a more action-RPG style of combat that is more akin to Bayonetta or Devil May Cry than to the turn-based RPG’s of the 90s. While it mostly nails the combat, it l...

GameSpotHeidi Kemps

5/10

Valkyrie Elysium's mediocre action-RPG gameplay and threadbare story and characters wear out their welcome long before the game wraps up.

WellPlayedNathan Hennessy

4.5/10

Soulless yet almost serviceable as a light hack ‘n slash Valkyrie Profile spinoff, Elysium is a 15-hour chore of ugly visuals, repetitive combat, and a mundane plot.

Digital TrendsDeAngelo Epps

“Valkyrie Elysium delivers an average action experience that fails to revive a classic RPG series.”

Game SkinnyDaniel Solomon

3/10

This 15-hour trip through humanity's end of days will leave you envying the dead.