When you get a quest called “More Than Words” towards the end of the game from a letter, do yourself a favor and do it.
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One of the best games I’ve ever had the pleasure of playing. Playing this right after 15, I was really able to see the differences (and similarities). Mainly, I felt so much more immersed in the world in this game. I felt connected to the sociopolitical issues through both main quests and side quests. Also, 16 is one of the only games I’ve ever played where the boss fights really felt genuinely important. Like, it felt like you were DOING something. So immersive, such great characters, such incredible boss fights, and such fun combat. All around a great time.

Loved this game more than I thought I would. What it sometimes lacks in mechanics or story, it makes up for with the overall vibe. I found the open world fun, and it goes without saying that the boys can’t be beat. And the music is obviously phenomenal (shoutout to Yoko 🫶🏻)

My main reasons for not giving 5 stars:
- The day/night cycle was more annoying than anything
- The boys’ skills didn’t contribute to anything really. Seemed like it was added just for… fluff I guess? (survival skill especially wack. Also, unnecessary to have fishing imo)
- not always having fast travel options on the regalia was taxing, especially when trying to clean up side quests