Despite the game being extremely simple compared to modern Atelier games, I enjoyed my time with this one.
You have the option to play with a time limit, which means the game will end on a certain date, and your ending is determined by what you accomplished within this time. Alternatively, you can play without the time limit and enjoy your time completing requests and unlocking story sequences at your leisure.
I chose to play with the time limit on. Initially, I felt stressed out, questioning each move I made. Did I want to battle this wolf and allow a day to pass? Did I NEED to make one more red neutralizer? However, it wasn't long before I stopped thinking about the passage of time and was simply enjoying setting myself mini task-based goals and checking them off.
"One of the game's features is that, at a certain point, you meet a group of fairies in a nearby forest. You can hire them to perform helpful tasks, such as gathering common ingredients used in other recipes. I would hire one fairy to gather raw components, while another tasked with synthesizing the base materials needed for more complex recipes.
I have read mixed reviews about this game, with criticism aimed at its repetition and simplicity. I can sympathize with those sentiments because I won't deny that the game has been stripped down to its very basics. After all, it was the first game in the series. For me, what maintained my engagement was the habit of checking my journal and finding hints on how to unlock new scenes with each character. The story is as simple as it gets, but I found the little vignettes with each character endearing."
I had an absolute blast with Atelier Marie Remake. From its charming art design to its lovable characters and delightful music, the game kept a constant grin glued to my face throughout the entire journey. It perfectly encapsulated the core elements that I cherish in my Atelier games, and it's fascinating to witness how the game has gracefully evolved into the masterpiece it is today.
You have the option to play with a time limit, which means the game will end on a certain date, and your ending is determined by what you accomplished within this time. Alternatively, you can play without the time limit and enjoy your time completing requests and unlocking story sequences at your leisure.
I chose to play with the time limit on. Initially, I felt stressed out, questioning each move I made. Did I want to battle this wolf and allow a day to pass? Did I NEED to make one more red neutralizer? However, it wasn't long before I stopped thinking about the passage of time and was simply enjoying setting myself mini task-based goals and checking them off.
"One of the game's features is that, at a certain point, you meet a group of fairies in a nearby forest. You can hire them to perform helpful tasks, such as gathering common ingredients used in other recipes. I would hire one fairy to gather raw components, while another tasked with synthesizing the base materials needed for more complex recipes.
I have read mixed reviews about this game, with criticism aimed at its repetition and simplicity. I can sympathize with those sentiments because I won't deny that the game has been stripped down to its very basics. After all, it was the first game in the series. For me, what maintained my engagement was the habit of checking my journal and finding hints on how to unlock new scenes with each character. The story is as simple as it gets, but I found the little vignettes with each character endearing."
I had an absolute blast with Atelier Marie Remake. From its charming art design to its lovable characters and delightful music, the game kept a constant grin glued to my face throughout the entire journey. It perfectly encapsulated the core elements that I cherish in my Atelier games, and it's fascinating to witness how the game has gracefully evolved into the masterpiece it is today.