Completed China, Japan, Wild West chapters.
Live a Live is a masterful remake that can't quite redeem a badly aged game. On one hand Live a Live has a lot of positive attributes that are still unique and refreshing. Storytelling through game mechanisms, scripted encounters, tactical combat, and of course the completely charming variety of "lives" to be lived. The problem is that for every well-executed element there is a cumbersome equivalent.
Battles are weirdly paced in terms of frequency and generally far too numerous and repetitive. Almost every chapter forces you to make decisions without knowing what the consequences will be. While chapters are certainly varied each unique twist comes with its own pitfall. And without a strong through-line connecting them, chapters feel more like demos than parts of a full-fledged game.
Live a Live is worth playing for its unique perspective but there's a lot holding it back from greatness. At least the remake aspect is flawless, making this the definitive way to play Live a Live.
Live a Live is a masterful remake that can't quite redeem a badly aged game. On one hand Live a Live has a lot of positive attributes that are still unique and refreshing. Storytelling through game mechanisms, scripted encounters, tactical combat, and of course the completely charming variety of "lives" to be lived. The problem is that for every well-executed element there is a cumbersome equivalent.
Battles are weirdly paced in terms of frequency and generally far too numerous and repetitive. Almost every chapter forces you to make decisions without knowing what the consequences will be. While chapters are certainly varied each unique twist comes with its own pitfall. And without a strong through-line connecting them, chapters feel more like demos than parts of a full-fledged game.
Live a Live is worth playing for its unique perspective but there's a lot holding it back from greatness. At least the remake aspect is flawless, making this the definitive way to play Live a Live.