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❤ Leveling Through Experimentation

Rather than traditional level-ups, this game increases a character's stats directly based on the actions they take in battle. Using certain abilities will raise the corresponding stats, encouraging players to experiment with different combat techniques and playstyles. The "Glimmer" system also allows characters to randomly learn new skills mid-battle, adding an element of surprise and excitement.

❤ Nonlinear Storytelling and Exploration

Players can choose to follow the storylines of eight unique protagonists in any order they prefer. Each character has their own goals and narrative, providing a high degree of freedom and agency. The open-world design rewards exploration, as players can freely travel between regions to uncover side quests, optional bosses, and other secrets at their own pace.

❤ Strategic, Dynamic Battles

Battles require strategic thinking, as enemies scale in difficulty based on the player's actions. Carefully selecting skills, equipment, and party composition is crucial to overcome powerful foes. A key mechanic is the ability to execute devastating combo attacks by coordinating the actions of multiple party members.

❤ Narrative-Focused Fuse Scenario

The new playable character Fuse offers a more narrative-driven experience, with his storyline intertwining with the events and characters of the other protagonists. While the other routes emphasize exploration, Fuse's scenario is more focused on unraveling the game's mysteries and connecting the various plot threads.

❤ Quality of Life Enhancements

The remastered version includes several improvements, such as unlimited party size, a story recap feature, toggleable fast-forward mode, and the preservation of beneficial glitches and exploits from the original. These changes help streamline the experience while maintaining the core challenge and freedom that define the game.