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Tales of Graces f Remastered

Tales of Graces f Remastered

TOSE CO., LTD. · released Jan 15, 2025

ActionRPGPCPlayStation 5, PlayStation 4Xbox Series X, Xbox OneNintendo Switch

Tales of Graces f is back with a beautiful and easier-to-play version! The game also includes Lineage and Legacies, an after-story to the main scenario!

82
VGC Score
·No trend datamedium confidence
82%
At launch
88%
Steam all-time
82%
Press
87%
Player sentiment
94%
Recent sentiment

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Review sentiment over time

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How this score was computed

The VGC Score is a weighted blend on a press-comparable 0-100 quality scale. Steam approval rates are first calibrated (95% positive on Steam ≈ 89.5 quality, since Steam approval skews high). Press and tracked creator reviews each count ~2x a player review and share one cap against player evidence (creator buy/skip calls pool into an approval rate, calibrated like Steam approval); all-time sentiment is capped and halved (it's context, not verdict); reviews of the current build carry the most weight when a fresh patch anchors the window; and a 'typical game' prior keeps small samples from pegging the scale. Because press reviews and Metacritic user aggregates describe the launch build, their weight decays as the game ages (3-year half-life after a 1-year grace). That's how a game that launched rough can outgrow its old reception once updates win players over. Reviews under 2h playtime (the refund window), non-Steam activations, and free copies are downweighted.

ComponentPositiveQuality (0-100)Weight (pseudo-reviews)
Press reviews (OpenCritic)82151
All-time Steam reviews88%82503
Metacritic user ratings8732
Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted)94%896
Calibration prior (typical game)7250

Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 16 reviews sampled · 10 total reviews in window · weighted 10.3 up / 0.6 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →

Press & Creators reviews (102)

Individual verdicts from outlets we track: scored reviews first, most trusted outlets first among them. The small badge is each outlet's trust score: how well its scoring history aligns with players.

  • 80
    trust 78Jan 26, 2025

    A worthy remaster of a good JRPG. It didn't significantly update the game, but that wasn't really necessary, the story, characters, and deep battle system still make it one of the best in the series.

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  • 60
    trust 76Jan 25, 2025

    In any case, Tales of Graces F Remastered is a game aimed primarily at those who skipped it a few generations ago. However, if you’re a longtime fan of the series and are expecting something innovative, you’re better off picking up another Tales title. Tales of Graces F Remastered is by no means a bad game, but the competition is fierce, and the genre has, after all, evolved somewhat over the past few years.

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  • 80
    trust 76Jan 28, 2025

    Tales of Graces F Remaster occasionally feels dated thanks to its visuals and limited map, but the unique structure of the plot and fun combat make it a worthwhile addition to the library of any JRPG fan. The characters remain the stars of the show, with more growth and change over the course of the game than we expected. If the frequent but short load times don't get in your way, it is easy to sink dozens of hours into this adventure.

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  • 60
    trust 74Feb 17, 2025

    Ultimately, Tales of Graces f Remastered is a game of peaks and valleys. For some, the combat alone will be enough to carry the experience while they ignore the narrative. For others, the characters will carry an otherwise average and unsatisfying plot.

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  • 80
    trust 72Jan 31, 2025

    Tales of Graces F Remastered is an essential yet well-crafted restoration of a game that, until now, had remained trapped on past-generation consoles, bringing back the original experience in its entirety while enriching it with some QoL additions that can be enabled through a dedicated menu. While the technical aspect could have received more attention, this edition represents the definitive version of the game, perfect both for newcomers looking to experience this tale of friendship for the first time and for veterans eager to relive one of the most beloved entries in the series.

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  • 80
    trust 71Jan 16, 2025

    Tales Of Graces F is an underrated gem that goes back to basics in the action RPG department while delivering a heartfelt tale. The remaster preserves all these aspects while offering optional quality-of-life changes (and ways to speed up the process), not to mention a graphical upgrade that justifies its price tag.

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  • 90
    trust 71Jan 16, 2025

    Tales of Graces F Remaster is one quite amazing JRPG which overflows with charm, cliché story and interesting plot twists which would push you to the limit of saying “Just one more save point!!!!”. Modernized to perfection in order to be more accessible to more fast paced life, this game could be considered as a homework on “how to do proper remaster” these days.

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  • 84
    trust 70Jan 21, 2025

    Walking in as a newcomer I was taken aback by a polished action RPG with a unique style and feel

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  • 70
    trust 70Apr 4, 2025

    Tales of Graces f Remastered's most compelling feature is its combat system. It's a serviceable JRPG experience, potentially appealing to younger players disinclined towards turn-based systems. While its emphasis on "the power of friendship" may resonate with this demographic, older gamers will find the narrative lame and its character motivations underdeveloped. Although the writing occasionally exhibits weaknesses, the narrative does offer moments of genuine emotional impact.

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  • 84
    trust 70Jan 15, 2025

    Tales of Graces F Remastered is a faithful remaster that improves upon the original PS3 version in every way. While it doesn’t really change much at its core, including some of its original flaws, it does have quite a few quality of life additions that makes it the best iteration for fans of the series and the original.

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  • 78
    trust 70Feb 16, 2025

    While some issues from the original version persist, such as questionable level design at times, the various quality of life improvements make the experience more accessible and enjoyable.

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  • 85
    trust 70Jan 15, 2025

    Tales of Graces f Remastered marks the much appreciated return of one of the best combat systems in the entire series, supported by an amazing cast of characters and a decent enough story. A must-play for fans of the series who haven't played the Wii or PS3 editions of this entry, but various QOL improvements make this a very valid option for veterans who feel like reliving Asbel's adventures.

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