78
It combines the storytelling techniques and character designs of a quality anime with a deceptively simple combat system and a plot that can be quite captivating at times.
30
While it’s unlikely that the inferior graphics and sound would turn away any serious strategy RPG fans, boring gameplay mechanics and glitchy implementation should do the job.
70
While there isn't the sense of playing something that opens up a new era for a genre long written off as dying, there is a simple freshness and a delightful accessibility which might endear it to an even wider market. [July 2004, p.106]
7
Played on PlayStation 2. Gameplay: GOOD. Story: GOOD. Graphic: GOOD. Music/Sound: GOOD. Dialogue: GOOD.
8
Game: La Pucelle Tactics Genre: RPG-Strategy Developer: Nippon Ichi System: Playstation 2 (PS2) Total Score: 87/100 Value Score: 87/10 • Story: 8/10 • Characters: 10/10 • GamePlay: 9/10 • Graphics: 7/10 • Sound: 10/10 • Music: 10/10 • Length: 9/10 • Replay Value: 7/10 • Player Value: 7/10 Pros +Similar battle system to Disgaea +The use of dark portals to do summons and to increase points is unique and could bring potential challenges to players for those that want a challenge +Event tiles and initiating certain conversations will prompt additional story lines and alternative endings with better rewards +Great OST and fantastic voice acting Cons -No New Game+ -Variety of monsters is less than other games in the same universe (i.e. Disgaea) -You lose some of the characters that you could use near the end of the game which would have been vital especially if you do end game grinding.
10
One of my favorite SRPGS ever! I love how the idea is a serious toppic, but with a goofy approach, it may not be for everyone, but I certainly loved it!
La Pucelle: Tactics
PlayStation 2
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May 4, 2004
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Generally Favorable
79
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100
One of the most in-depth strategy RPGs ever. [July 2004, p.6]
89
Great character art and solid plot aside, it’s really all about the gameplay and SRPGs don’t get much better than this.
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May 2, 2013
10
One of my favorite SRPGS ever! I love how the idea is a serious toppic, but with a goofy approach, it may not be for everyone, but I certainly loved it!
Nov 9, 2015
8
Game: La Pucelle Tactics Genre: RPG-Strategy Developer: Nippon Ichi System: Playstation 2 (PS2) Total Score: 87/100 Value Score: 87/10 • Story: 8/10 • Characters: 10/10 • GamePlay: 9/10 • Graphics: 7/10 • Sound: 10/10 • Music: 10/10 • Length: 9/10 • Replay Value: 7/10 • Player Value: 7/10 Pros +Similar battle system to Disgaea +The use of dark portals to do summons and to increase points is unique and could bring potential challenges to players for those that want a challenge +Event tiles and initiating certain conversations will prompt additional story lines and alternative endings with better rewards +Great OST and fantastic voice acting Cons -No New Game+ -Variety of monsters is less than other games in the same universe (i.e. Disgaea) -You lose some of the characters that you could use near the end of the game which would have been vital especially if you do end game grinding.
85
Given that it actually came out before "Hour Of Darkness" in Japan, it'll come as no surprise that this is marginally the weaker of the two titles but what has taken us aback is both how different the game feels and how dangerously close it actually is in terms of quality.
80
The best thing about Nippon Ichi's games is the way they strike such a good balance between accessibility and depth, and La Pucelle is another good example of this philosophy. [July 2004, p.85]
80
A superb entry that offers seemingly limitless gameplay (to the tune of 120 hours). In terms of bang for your buck, value does not get much better than this.
72
If you’re into jacking monsters out of their XP, treasure, and items for hours on end, La Pucelle: Tactics is for you.
30
While it’s unlikely that the inferior graphics and sound would turn away any serious strategy RPG fans, boring gameplay mechanics and glitchy implementation should do the job.
Apr 14, 2020
7
Played on PlayStation 2. Gameplay: GOOD. Story: GOOD. Graphic: GOOD. Music/Sound: GOOD. Dialogue: GOOD.
SummaryLa Pucelle: Tactics is the tactical RPG from Nippon Ichi, creators of "Disgaea." La Pucelle: Tactics is a tale of betrayal and double cross, monsters in human form and humans in monster form, set in an alternate medieval Europe. The unlikely hero is a smart mouthed and undisciplined sixteen year old who just passed her exorcism exams and... Read More
Rated Tfor Teen
Platforms:
- PSP
- PC
- PlayStation 2
Initial Release Date:May 4, 2004
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