LEGRAND LEGACY: Tale of the Fatebounds

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  • Summary: A tactical turn-based RPG that takes you on a journey through Legrand, a chaotic world that's torn apart by civil war and threatened by an otherworldly invasion. You play as Finn, the reluctant leader of a band of unlikely heroes, who soon discovers that the true peril to their universe liesA tactical turn-based RPG that takes you on a journey through Legrand, a chaotic world that's torn apart by civil war and threatened by an otherworldly invasion. You play as Finn, the reluctant leader of a band of unlikely heroes, who soon discovers that the true peril to their universe lies within themselves.… Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10
  1. Gaming Age
    Jan 31, 2019
    91
    I think it does a great job of emulating a style of RPG that is generally not represented on consoles or PC’s nowadays, and scratches an itch I didn’t even know I had. It’s not overly long, has a solid combat system, and the story is robust enough to draw you in and keep you hooked. Give this one a shot when you get a chance, you won’t be disappointed.
  2. Nintenderos
    Apr 8, 2019
    72
    This is a JRPG that takes us back to the golden era of the genre in the 90s. It brings together everything that makes a great game, and although it does not innovate, it feels fresh. A hidden gem that no fan of the genre can miss.
  3. Cubed3
    Apr 9, 2019
    70
    Sadly, there's the matter of performance with sluggish load times, especially before battles, and an inconsistent frame-rate rearing their ugly heads that make it hard to get sucked in by the, otherwise, interesting story and gameplay.
  4. 4Players.de
    Jan 24, 2019
    68
    Interesting, but technically unsound fantasy adventure emulating J-RPGs of the PlayStation era.
  5. Destructoid
    Feb 28, 2019
    65
    Legrand Legacy: Tale of the Fatebounds is what it claims to be: a role-playing game that feels old, for better or for worse. It won't wow you with storytelling or world-building, but the combat is serviceable, if not remarkably challenging. If you're a fan of old-school Japanese role-playing games, you'll find something to enjoy here. Just know that you're in for a game that, much like it claims to, feels dated.
  6. FNintendo
    Feb 17, 2019
    60
    If this production is certain to appeal to like-minded fans, it's less likely to have an impact with those that are not so keen on the genre, especially when it brings nothing that's really new and when many of its combats are based on chance.
  7. Digitally Downloaded
    Jan 27, 2019
    40
    Legrand Legacy is, in the end, a very playable JRPG. Sadly it's also one of marginal appeal, even to those who grew up playing old JRPGs back in the 32-bit era.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
  3. Negative: 1 out of 8
  1. Torreykongjr
    Mar 23, 2019
    10
    I love this game. Let me say that again. I absolutely love this game! It's up there with my favorite RPG's of all time such as FFIX and LegendI love this game. Let me say that again. I absolutely love this game! It's up there with my favorite RPG's of all time such as FFIX and Legend of Dragoon.

    The turned based system is fun and doesn't get boring. As your attacks upgrade throughout the game the details become more grand and just cool to watch, such as Eris's magic.

    The characters convey real emotions, they question life like real humans do, and have big personalities. Never hyper, disingenuous, or annoying like with anime writing. Kael's sarcasm is hilarious. Scatia is hard not to love darling. Lucia before the tree is freaking nuts, I kept hearing her voice as Lysa Arryn from Game of Thrones. I love that this game even made my mind go there.

    The script is written so well despite the grammatical errors. The story is genuinely captivating. I also loved the different dialects throughout the lands. It makes the writing even more fun to read. The story is magical and mysterious which is exactly what keeps me hooked.

    The hand drawn scenes, lighting and rendered overlays are gorgeous. A forgotten skill in todays RPG's. You will definitely find yourself waiting the few seconds for the screen to zoom out to the full view of areas. Gwenelle forest for example is full of beauty and mystery. I loved the challenges you face there as well.

    The 3D video shorts (like when you meet a new charcter) are simply perfect. An underrated FF influence.

    The soundtrack and the human chorus elements are just so so so good. I could definitely hear Legend of Dragoon in there and I appreciate the use of flutes, strings, and other medieval/renaissance sounds. I would have loved to hear a little more FFIX type sounds. Irregardless! Job well done!!

    My only complains are very small. The grammatical errors need a little work. The npc's need a different script after events have unfolded, like in Ostia where the npc's are still talking about the tournament. I would have liked to see a little more explorations in towns and cities, more houses or rooms you can enter, shops and inns as well. And lastly would be more sound effects, like bosses roaring and stuff like that. The mother of the forest for example makes a screaming emote but theres no roar sound or screaming. Maybe make the screen shake during that roar too. Or like some mumbling rumble sounds when the Roshua tree was speaking. That would have added a more chilling effect.

    Overall I love this game. It has been added to my very small list of outstanding RPG's. For Semisoft studio's first attempt at a full length magical adventure they really outdid themselves. Encore! Encore! If they decide to keep this style of gaming going I will most certainly be supporting/donating to those projects.

    I am Rockhard for Semisoft haha. If your a true PSX era RPG fan this game is 100% a MUST!    … Expand
  2. JackMcloed
    Jan 25, 2023
    10
    Most polished 3D indie rpg in existence.
    Has a timed hit enhancer for battles.
    Enough said.
  4. Jorgens
    Sep 5, 2021
    9
    Legrand legacy is a great game, cheap, fantastic storyline.
    Highly recommend
  5. swoke12345
    Sep 18, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A great game hampered by slow battle load times. My only problem with this game was the slow load times going into battle. I would have given this game a 9 otherwise. If you like old school rpgs like ff10 you'll like this game. Theres a lot of text, but i rather enjoyed the text.… Expand
  6. rezonjavier
    Mar 12, 2019
    8
    JRPG game that have potential to be a better game with better mini game. 8/10
  7. reftjmadison
    May 25, 2021
    7
    Not a bad game overall. While it isn't a must play, it has its pros that outweigh its cons. Enjoyable story and good gameplay, while I'd sayNot a bad game overall. While it isn't a must play, it has its pros that outweigh its cons. Enjoyable story and good gameplay, while I'd say the biggest con is at times navigating. Real difficult to tell depth of field which can hinder you in encountered battles.… Expand
  8. Phuz
    Mar 27, 2021
    0
    This game is dire. Even Nes and Master System had better progeamming than this. It is clunky, clunky and more clunky. Just not fun. The menusThis game is dire. Even Nes and Master System had better progeamming than this. It is clunky, clunky and more clunky. Just not fun. The menus are bad to use and movement is bad. The 2 main things in this game, movement and menus - terrible. This feels like it should be on one of those free to play games websites at best. Even at leaa than £2 I paid, it was a waste of money.… Expand

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