Release Date: November 19, 2015
A classic jRPG with turn-based combat system, developed by Spike Chunsoft in collaboration with MonochromeCorp studio, and an informal sequel to the 2011 Grand Knights History, both games developed under the lead of Tomohiko Deguchi. The game is set in a fantasy realm divided between four warring factions. We start as a leader of our own mercenary group and with the progress of the game we embrace the cause of one side of the conflict.
Grand Kingdom is a classic 2D jRPG game with a turn-based combat system focused on strategic planning. The game was developed by Spike Chunsoft and MonochromeCorp. The development team was led by Tomohiko Deguchi, who also worked on Grand Knights History. Both works of the author share many common features, however, Grand Kingdom can be called an informal sequel.
Grand Kingdom takes us to the classic fantasy world, full of magic and heroic deeds. The continent on which the action takes place is divided between four opposing factions. We are leaders of a mercenary unit and over time we choose which of the powers participating in the conflict we want to . The story is presented in the form of fully voiced animated cut-scenes, realized in the form known from visual novel games.
During the adventure, we manage a team of warriors - we choose their equipment and determine the direction of development. The battles use a turn-based combat system and are presented in 2D, the perspective known from side-scroll games. During the fight, players need to plan their moves and think strategically, as well as use various special skills and combos.
Grand Kingdom also offers a multiplayer mode, allowing for cooperation fun and competition. Grand Kingdoms also allows PlayStation 4 and PS Vita owners to play together and share their saved game status between the two versions of the title.
Grand Kingdom is characterized by exceptionally pleasant 2D graphics which are accompanied by an equally refined soundtrack.
Platforms:
PlayStation Vita
PlayStation 4
Developer: MonochromeCorp
Publisher: Spike Chunsoft
Age restrictions: none
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Game Ratings for Grand Kingdom Video Game.
NZGamer: 7.5 / 10 by Dene Benham
If you embrace everything, Grand Kingdom is a cheerful, relaxing, thoughtful experience. Character design is beautiful, with a lot of variety and just enough animation to give even the blacksmiths some bounce and personality. You can take you time with the game. Dig through the menus, try different class combinations, and win your wars, one battle at a time.
Destructoid: 7 / 10 by CJ Andriessen
Grand Kingdom is unlike any other tactical-RPG on the market that I know of. For $40, you're getting an adventure that can last you weeks if not months, though you may tire of it before you see everything it has to offer.
PlayStation LifeStyle: 8.5 / 10 by Jowi Meli
If you're an RPG fan looking for something a little different, Grand Kingdom is definitely worth a look. I might be a huge fan of JRPGs, but I'm sympathetic to the way many role-players are turned off by the archaic systems and goofy stories often found in the category — but this is one title that has the potential to cross that boundary. Keeping the silly story to a minimum (and remaining humorous when it does spring up), the emphasis is on battling and building up your party , loot stash and territory, which is something I think many gamers could find themselves sinking time into. On top of that, you won't find any tired "old-school" turn-based battles or lame button-mashy action-RPG combat here. Grand Kingdom's blend of board game-style map exploration and intriguing lane-based combat is something you won't find anywhere else on PS4, and that's really what makes it something to be savored.
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