Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana

Nihon Falcom's long-running action RPG series finally has a sequel after almost eight years. Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana is a slight departure for the franchise but does it retain all of the magic that makes the Ys series fun?

The Ys series has been setting the bar for combat and music in action role-playing games since 1987. The latest game, Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana, is no different, but it does have something more recent entries have lacked—a memorable story.

Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA has its share of flaws but its very satisfying combat more than makes up for it while the fun exploration and good story kept me going through all of it. Ys fans will love this one, and those new to the series are sure to get some enjoyment with the solid fast paced action that might turn them into fans as well. This is definitely a game I would like to have with me to play if I ever get shipwrecked on a deserted island.

Nihon Falcom has crafted yet another fantastic entry in the Ys series. The same great gameplay and storytelling elements that have become synonymous with the series, along with exceptional graphics. Sure, the top-down view has been replaced but the new 3D graphics help brings the world to life and I enjoyed the voice lines. Combine that with some enjoyable character development and a game that spans over 40+ hour and you got a game that you won’t want to put down for a while.

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VIII Lacrimosa of Dana is an addicting action JRPG that features great combat and a narrative worth exploring.

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Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana is the follow up to Ys: Memories of Celceta. It’s an action RPG which at its heart is all about adventuring and exploration. Ys is a long-running series that has been around since the 80s, but you don’t need to be familiar with any of the previous games to understand what’s happening here. While there are some returning characters and a few brief references to past events, each game features its own self-contained story, and this one's no different.

Ys has finally exited its long hiatus and has brought with it a strong action (and dinosaur packed) outing full of classy underboob.

Ys VIII is, without a doubt, a huge step for the franchise. In stripping away a lot of the usual narrative tropes the series is usually known for, Nihon Falcom have put a fresh spin on the franchise that puts characters and small moments over grand adventures and vast mysteries. Tied together by a fast-paced combat system and great music, the negatives of Lacrimosa of Dana are far outweighed by the positives, and this is a game that any JRPG fan would be a fool to sleep on.

Still, I can’t recommend Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana enough, and I'm ecstatic to see it back. Whether you’re a new player looking for a fresh adventure or a returning player considering a second playthrough, don’t let a barebones port dissuade you. Thanks to its engaging gameplay and entertaining story, there’s still a wonderful action RPG here, and PS5 has become the definitive way to play. While I believe Ys IX is the better game, which is also coming to PS5 next year, Ys VIII remains a classic that any RPG fan should experience.

The Ys series is back and its newest installment is simply remarkable.