Poll of the Day > I finally beat CrossCode - My Review

(+) Yeah! (+)

I've been eyeballing this game since 2015, and I finally got around to playing it.

Minor Cons:

- There's a visual glitch that makes it hard to tell how much SP you actually have
- The pacing around the 3rd/4th Temples felt drawn out.
- The game hyped up the 'Raid' far too hard, even though it was fun.
- I think the main plot takes a little too long to actually kick in
- Only downside to dungeons is that there is no central connectivity for the most part. I like when a dungeon mechanic alters the state or layout of the dungeon itself.
- Upgrading/ Getting new equipment doesnt really feel as good as it should be. I guess because most equipment boasts playstyles over raw stats, so sometimes you come across gear that's slighly stronger but has drawbacks against your preferred playstyle

Major Cons:

- Gaia's Garden is the biggest area, almost too big, but it is the least interesting area
- The Ending felt rushed and in the context of the DLC, made it seem unfinished unless you buy it.
- Too much food in treasure chests. Less food, more rare material or gear.

Minor Pros:

- Very pretty and fluid pixel art
- All areas, except one, feel unique
- Puzzle Bosses and enemies...90% are neat and its fun to figure out how to properly defeat them.
- All the dungeons are unique and very fun
- Ally AI is very strong, no need to babysit
- Supporting cast is pretty good, don't really dislike anyone in this game

Major Pros:

- The blend of combat, puzzles and platforming rivals that of AAA games. The game does a terrific job making you feel great in everything you do.
- Love the soundtrack. Lots of Zelda, Pokemon, and Pikmin vibes, but still it's own thing.
- While not every quest is interesting plotwise, a lot of them are very unique and feature fun fights or minigames

- The game got a laugh out me numerous times. Game is pretty funny at times.
- Lea, the MC, is a better, more emotive character than most jrpg characters, even tho she can only say a few words. Also, she's sassy af. Great Character.
- NG+ in the style of the average Tales of game...but actually good.
- This game has quite a few badass scenarios that felt like it came from a MegaMan Zero or Metroid game.

Overall: 8.5

Loved this game! Dont know why I waited this long to play it, but it was absolutely worth it. Already put in 90+ hours, and is currently my GOTY. Honestly if the end section was done a bit better this would have been a easy 9.

Now for my favorite non-spoiler music:

Autumn's Rise - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vlk5UEXiGCo
CrossCounter! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P733hPLJD6U
Temple of the Lake - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SojQmJy9SKo
The Path of Justice - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-TVsD_CSEvw