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Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 • 2019

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Quick resume

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Tales of Vesperia and the return of this fan-favorite with the Definitive Edition!

Global score

81/100

Genres

Role-playing (RPG), Adventure

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    Pros

    • Engaging combat system with depth and skill mastery
    • Strong character development and party dynamics
    • Large world with extensive side content and replay value
    • Appealing cel-shaded graphics and soundtrack
    • Compelling fantasy story with mature themes

    Cons

    • Steep learning curve early in combat
    • Some tedious grinding and missable content
    • Controller support issues reported on pc
    • Story pacing and filler sections
    • Dated ui and navigation challenges

    Analysis

    Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Story. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Cooperation.

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    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      4

      "Players can freely choose characters, customize skills, and experiment with combat combos and strategies."

    • Competence
      4

      "Combat system rewards skill mastery and experimentation; players learn complex combos and weapon skills."

    • Competition
      -3

      "Focus is on personal progression and story; limited evidence of competitive multiplayer or leaderboards."

    • Continuation
      5

      "Long playtimes, multiple playthroughs encouraged, extensive side content and replay value."

    • Cooperation
      1

      "Supports multiplayer co-op but mostly single-player focused; some cooperative elements in combat."

    • Creativity
      3

      "Players customize characters with skills and equipment; combat combos allow creative playstyles."

    • Domination
      -4

      "Interactions emphasize party cooperation and mutual respect rather than dominance or power over others."

    • Escapism
      5

      "Engaging fantasy world and story provide strong escape from real life."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment rather than obligation."

    • Experimenting
      4

      "Players encouraged to try different combos, skills, and character builds."

    • Exploration
      4

      "Large world with many side quests, secrets, and optional content to discover."

    • Expression
      3

      "Character customization through costumes and skill setups allows personal expression."

    • Fantasy
      5

      "Strong fantasy setting with imaginative characters and story."

    • Fellowship
      3

      "Strong party dynamics and character interactions; some multiplayer co-op fosters community."

    • Growth
      5

      "Players learn combat mechanics, acquire skills, and develop characters over long playtime."

    • Health
      -4

      "Primarily sedentary gameplay with long sessions and grinding."

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires sustained attention and engagement, especially in combat and exploration."

    • Intimacy
      3

      "Players form emotional connections with characters and party members."

    • Leadership
      2

      "Players direct party actions and strategies, but no strong leadership dynamics over others."

    • Progression
      5

      "Strong emphasis on leveling, acquiring skills, weapons, and upgrades."

    • Relaxation
      2

      "Some tension in combat and story, but overall enjoyable and rewarding flow."

    • Sensation
      3

      "Visually appealing cel-shaded graphics and engaging combat animations provide sensory enjoyment."

    • Status
      -3

      "Focus on individual experience rather than social recognition or popularity."

    • Story
      4

      "Engaging narrative with character development and thematic depth."

    • Strategy
      4

      "Combat and skill customization require planning and tactical thinking."

    • Thrill
      3

      "Boss fights and combat challenges provide suspense and excitement."

    • Value
      5

      "Extensive content and replayability provide strong value for time and money."

    • Violence
      3

      "Combat involves defeating enemies with weapons and magic, including combos and special moves."

    • Survival
      2

      "Combat challenges require managing health and resources to avoid failure."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026