75
Grand Phantasm is capable of scratching that RPG itch with its enjoyable Afterworlds, innovative battle system, and exceptional soundtrack, but its thin quest won't linger in your memories for long. [May 2007, p.64]
70
Fans will undoubtedly want to check Fantasm out, but there isn't much here that hasn't been seen before. [June 2007, p.82]
48
An epic adventure is hiding in here somewhere, but AI3 doesn't bother getting around to it till it's done boring you. [June 2007, p.91]
6
I was looking forward to this final entry in the Iris trilogy so much! The other two had endeared me to the franchise so I was excited and then I played Iris 3. The story is very disappointing, the structure of the game was really interesting at first and then just felt like a total slog. Too much backtracking! If only the rest of the game was given the attention the combat system was given this would be a legendary game! instead it's just kind of mediocre. Story 3/10 Graphics 7/10 Gameplay 9/10
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10
Amazing game, with even better story than the other 2 previous games, and, even better than the ps3 ones. Back when this game was announced, I decided to pre-order it. And I was not disappointed. A very good addition to any RPG fan out there. Has a very good story, characters, battle system, synthesis mechanics, everything that the current ps3 games lack.
Atelier Iris 3: Grand Phantasm
PlayStation 2
Released On:
May 29, 2007
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63
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Though plenty of fun is to be had in Atelier Iris 3: Grand Phantasm, it's also short, slightly repetitive in scope, and lacking a compelling plot.
76
It's a good basic RPG that isn't too deep, but still has an entertaining edge. If you don't like games like Animal Crossing, you probably should avoid this title. RPG fans will be more forgiving of its faults.
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Nov 15, 2014
10
Amazing game, with even better story than the other 2 previous games, and, even better than the ps3 ones. Back when this game was announced, I decided to pre-order it. And I was not disappointed. A very good addition to any RPG fan out there. Has a very good story, characters, battle system, synthesis mechanics, everything that the current ps3 games lack.
Sep 3, 2013
10
awesome game. great characters, great story, great battle system and the alchemy system is amazing. fan of the atelier series or not, i can guarantee you will love this game.
70
In the end AI3 will deliver to fans of the series; the obvious improvements are a welcome addition and the fast-paced combat and quest system is a nice diversion from other games in the genre.
65
In order to derive any worthwhile enjoyment out of Atelier Iris 3, you pretty much have to be a big fan of both anime and dungeon crawling. [June 2007, p.110]
60
Sadly, first-class presentation can't save Atelier Iris 3: Grand Phantasm from disappointing mediocrity.
50
Outdated and in need of a serious overhaul. [Sept 2007, p.111]
40
No matter how much you improve your weapons with alchemy, you probably won't have to do much other than buy the next best sword, then hack-n-slash your way to victory.
Mar 1, 2022
6
I was looking forward to this final entry in the Iris trilogy so much! The other two had endeared me to the franchise so I was excited and then I played Iris 3. The story is very disappointing, the structure of the game was really interesting at first and then just felt like a total slog. Too much backtracking! If only the rest of the game was given the attention the combat system was given this would be a legendary game! instead it's just kind of mediocre. Story 3/10 Graphics 7/10 Gameplay 9/10
SummaryLong ago, the power of alchemy allowed people to travel between different worlds through dimensional gates; however, with the collapse of the first great civilization, people lost the means to "jump" worlds. A long time has passed since the great destruction and now people once again are unlocking the mystery surrounding the dimensional ... Read More
Rated Tfor Teen
