Disgaea 4: A Promise Unforgotten

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  • Summary: Disgaea 4 is a sequel to Disgaea, a hardcore, turn-based, strategy RPG popular on the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 2. In Disgaea, character units have a limit to their movement and attack ranges, based on level and weapons equipped. There are other special game factors that let you takeDisgaea 4 is a sequel to Disgaea, a hardcore, turn-based, strategy RPG popular on the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 2. In Disgaea, character units have a limit to their movement and attack ranges, based on level and weapons equipped. There are other special game factors that let you take advantage of the 3D
    battle map, many of which are unique to Disgaea. As the 4th installment in the series Disgaea 4 adopts an all new graphic engine with a much more emphasis on a anime style graphics and also adopts many new game system for an exciting battle adventure.    … Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 39
  3. Negative: 0 out of 39
  1. GameShark
    Sep 6, 2011
    100
    Disgaea 4 is a noteworthy edition to the popular strategy RPG series because it adds so much new content without destroying the familiar gameplay that fans have grown to love.
  2. RPGamer
    Sep 8, 2011
    90
    In the end, Disgaea 4 is simply the finest expression of everything that the Disgaea series is.
  3. Meristation
    Nov 9, 2011
    85
    Disgaea 4 is still Disgaea, but better, improved and with a very welcomed graphical update. Tons of systems and subsystems focused on creating a crazy sandbox where the rules exist to be broken. Add a really good story, charming characters and the, as usual, excellent soundtrack and you have a fantastic entry into the series.
  4. Joystiq
    Sep 7, 2011
    80
    Fans will love it for everything it is, while detractors will ignore it for all that it isn't. This is a game, and series, that isn't out to win over gamers by changing its stripes -- though its fans probably wouldn't have it any other way.
  5. Metro GameCentral
    Nov 7, 2011
    80
    The funniest and best-looking entry in the series so far, but also the least innovative and accessible in terms of gameplay.
  6. Destructoid
    Sep 29, 2011
    80
    Disgaea 4 has a clear sense of self and it embraces all of its absurdities, presenting them in a surprisingly palatable package, whether you choose just to get your feet wet or dive all the way into the brimming time sink.
  7. Gamereactor Denmark
    Nov 9, 2011
    50
    The many layers of mechanics are simply too obscure if you haven't played the predecessors to death. Possibly the most complex game in the tactical RPG genre to date, but we just wish the developers had spent as much energy on introducing and explaining the mechanics as they did tailoring the game to existing fans.

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  1. Positive: 18 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 19
  3. Negative: 1 out of 19
  1. Llowelyn
    Sep 8, 2011
    10
    Such a great game, far better than the previous chapters. Disgaea 4 has new, high definition sprites, a revised gameplay, more depth and greatSuch a great game, far better than the previous chapters. Disgaea 4 has new, high definition sprites, a revised gameplay, more depth and great value since you could easily play it for hundreds of hours. Definitely the best srpg on ps3 along with Valkyria Chronicles.… Expand
  2. initialmender4
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    i have played disgaea 3 and didn't like it too much so i played this game not expecting to much. but i'm happy to say the game is much better.i have played disgaea 3 and didn't like it too much so i played this game not expecting to much. but i'm happy to say the game is much better. the gameplay is great, the graphics are are awesome, as well as the story. the best part is the length i've played for about fifty hours already and i haven't gotten tired of playing yet.… Expand
  4. Raddra
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    A ten? yes a ten.. but not an undeserved one. This is definitely the best entry in the series and the dev team has pulled out all the stops.A ten? yes a ten.. but not an undeserved one. This is definitely the best entry in the series and the dev team has pulled out all the stops. I have played the entire series and know its faults and strengths and they really outdid themselves. The music is top notch, extremely memorable with a lot of new tracks as well as the inclusion of many beloved classics from earlier titles. The game has a new crisp sprite as well as the ability to change the graphics back to the old style so you can get the classic disgaea visual experience if you want. The balance has been worked on and you can now expect some challenge from the base game instead of special combo blitzing your enemies. The dialogue has real heart and the humor is top notch, expect to be grinning like an idiot at the very least as you play! If not laughing out loud at some of the better jokes. The English voice acting is the best I can say I have heard from any game! And I said that about disgaea 3 also. The disgaea series is one of the few I can safely say has better voice acting than the Japanese originals, and that's coming from a Japanese anime fan!

    This game is just perfect.. its got a simple learning curve for newcomers, a great tutorial and I could not recommend it any more to old fans and newcomers to the genre alike, as well as anime fans! (you will find lots of in jokes and references from anime and video games in there too, flawlessly delivered.)    … Expand
  5. Sengoku-Stocko
    Sep 8, 2011
    10
    Whats with all the Hating on this game? Xbots Jealous that they dont have a decent RPG? Grow up!

    Disgaea 4 is definatley a milestone in the    Whats with all the Hating on this game? Xbots Jealous that they dont have a decent RPG? Grow up!

    Disgaea 4 is definatley a milestone in the dosgaea series, the 2D HD art is spectular! The old school still remains with a awesome HD makeover! Seriously you get 300 hours PLUS with this game, this game is the one of the best Disgaea game yet! Comes with JP/ENG voice work, both are very well done! The story is ridiculous as always, but the gameplay is where Disgaea 4 shines! Crazy Numbers, Crazy Special Moves, Crazy Leveling, yes any character can be leveled up to 9999, its a game with endless replay value, pick it up NOW RPG FANS!    … Expand
  6. DeLeon
    Nov 25, 2011
    9
    A good Jrpg tactic just what we need when there are barely any other games of its type, if you feel nostalgia for the days of JRPGS in ps2,A good Jrpg tactic just what we need when there are barely any other games of its type, if you feel nostalgia for the days of JRPGS in ps2, ps1 and SNES get this… Expand
  7. VermillionHaze
    May 14, 2012
    9
    Disgaea 4 is the best entry to the series since the original PS2 title. It has a perfect blend of different elements from the past threeDisgaea 4 is the best entry to the series since the original PS2 title. It has a perfect blend of different elements from the past three titles and other NIS hits. Combine that with a humerous plot, great characters and loads of content and you have yourself one of the best games on PS3.… Expand
  8. BoardexpertPro
    May 3, 2022
    0
    Je sais que c'est sensé être bon, mais je n'y ait jamais jouer alors je confirme que ce n'est pas bon et comme on dit en anglais c'est trèsJe sais que c'est sensé être bon, mais je n'y ait jamais jouer alors je confirme que ce n'est pas bon et comme on dit en anglais c'est très 'overrraté'. Ça reste un jeu avec des **** bonhommes, Je suis pas un bébé.… Expand

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#59 Best PS3 Game of 2011
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#80 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2011
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