I was given a Xbox One code which I played on my Series X. Code provided by Developer Third Spirit Games @AriettaGame and is Published by RED ART GAMES @REDARTGAMES
This is released in UK on 20/8/2021 and in UK priced £16.79.
INTRODUCTION
Arietta Of Spirits is a story driven action adventure game,following Arietta on her journey to unveil the mysteries of the Spirit Realm. Immerse yourself in a story filled with emotion and surprising turns.
FEATURES
* Explore a mysterious island with lush forests,murky caverns, dark secrets.
* Beautiful retro-styled pixel graphics and inspiring original soundtrack.
* Meet fascinating characters,discover deep lore.
* Fight a wide range of enemies in reaction based combat.
* Easy to approach game mechanics suitable for everyone.
FAN ART
PROS
Story was interesting from start to finish.
World was cool,pixel art and fun to explore.
Enemy variety was impressive all looked unique had own attack patterns.
Characters you meet all are unique and cool.
Simple controls are perfect for all skill levels.
Boss batttles are all different,and all have own attack patterns.
Nostalgic feel that is fun as gives off old school vibes thst is great.
CONS
Combat is basic and can be abit dull as just one attack move no charge or heavy attacks and a roll and a shield later in the game.
Could of used a map as found myself getting lost often.
Not very long game as no real reason to replay after story is finished.
OVERALL SUMMARY
I GIVE THIS GAME A SCORE OF 7.5/10
PROS
* Story was interesting from start to finish.
* World was cool,pixel art fun to explore.
* Enemy variety was impressive.
* Characters you meet all unique,cool.
* Simple controls perfect for all skill levels.
* Boss battles are all different,cool.
* Nostalgic feel that is fun as gives old school vibes.
CONS
* Combat is basic and can be abit dull as just attack, roll,shield.
* Could use a map as is easy get lost.
* Not very long game and no real reason replay game.
Here is video footage from me livestreaming on my twitch channel twitch.tv/grimreapersage then uploaded to my YouTube channel http://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6B7Ec1MRze7u7SLK7sX2pw
ARIETTA OF SPIRITS PART 1 https://youtu.be/qQTPbzMzuuQ
ARIETTA OF SPIRITS PART 2 https://youtu.be/zlF9qoa36Z0
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