Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana

WayTooManyGamesFerniWrites

9/10

YS is what you’d call a seasoned veteran, having made its debut back in 1987 on the PC-8801. Throughout the years, the franchise has gone to amass quite the loyal fandom that vehemently recommends it as a top Action RPG – and you know what, they’re not wrong. This title, without a doubt, is an addictive concoction of hack-and-slash bliss. Like Diablo and Borderlands before it, there’s a healthy amount of looting mixed in, too. Both of these ideologies come together to create a murder ...

RPGamerPascal Tekaia

Adol's newest adventure, available on both the Playstation 4 and the Playstation Vita, finally makes its way to Europe and the U.S. What's behind the curse of the Isle of Seiren and the mysterious events surrounding it? Uncover the truth in Falcom's latest action-packed entry to the Ys franchise.

GameSpaceRobin Baird

9/10

Overall Ys VIII the Lacrimosa of Dana is a compelling and entertaining JRPG. I often found myself torn between pushing the main story forward and doing all the side activities, but the real tell was I just really enjoyed spending time in the game no matter what I was doing. The graphics, music, and game mechanics all work well together to provide many hours of delightful and fun entertainment.

Sirus GamingLeif Rey Bornales

8.8/10

When the issues of a game are rolled and stomped by its greatness, then it’s something to invest on if you have some spare.

WellPlayedNathan Hennessy

8.5/10

Ys VIII remains a fundamentally great action JRPG that looks its best on PS5, but its underwhelming DualSense feedback is a huge missed opportunity.

Nintendo World ReportCasey Gibson

8.5/10

Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana was my first foray into the Ys universe and despite the goal of making it off the island, I find myself wishing I hadn’t left at all. What at first was my biggest concern, the action opposed to turn-based combat, turned out to be what I found the most enduring throughout my experience. In addition to an interesting story, setting, and a truly wonderful score, I can’t help but walk away singing its praises. That’s not to say it isn’t without fault, as a slow start will be enough to scare some off and the map can cause some confusion, but these are things worth…

Pure NintendoHeath Shusterman-Zimmerman

8/10

YS VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA is an action RPG from developer Nihon Falcom Corporation and publisher NIS America. Like all genres on the Nintendo Switch, the RPG g

Impulse GamerSean Warhurst

Before Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana, I have to admit to barely being familiar that the Ys series even existed; although held in reverence in certain circles and

StartMenuHenry Stockdale

Unscored

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.

Analog Stick GamingJeff Young

Unscored

The Nintendo Switch has proven to be one of the best platforms for engaging and lengthy JRPG's. We've just seen the release of Shining Resonance: Refrain and are days away from Octopath Traveler hitting the console and the system is currently packed with several more such as Xenoblade Chronicles 2 a

Checkpoint GamingKieren Munn

Unscored

Anyone who asks me what my favourite type of gaming genre soon learns that role playing games are my jam. The fantastic stories, vast world exploration, and in-depth characters developed, combined with a smooth battle system, will keep me playing for hours on end. Japanese-based RPG’s in particular appeal to me in such a way that it’s hard to me to start a game and, at minimum, invest a good sixty hours of time into.

KotakuMike Fahey

Unscored

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.