A mysterious story of a mysterious dream ... This is a story about one of the adventures Sophie the Alchemist had after she left her hometown of Kirchen Bell.
The game incorporates a new turn-based combat system that features six party members divided into two teams. Players can actively participate with both teams, with the ability to use "Dual Trigger" skills that involve two team members attacking in unison. The combat experience is further enhanced by a variety of special effects and actions.
The game's "panel-based synthesis" system allows players to create new items by carefully arranging ingredients on a panel. Players can choose between a "Standard Panel" or a "Restricted Panel" option, with the Restricted Panel offering a higher difficulty level but greater rewards. This puzzle-like synthesis experience requires strategic thinking to craft powerful new items.
Players can use special tools to manipulate the fixed weather patterns of each region in the game's world. Changing the weather not only alters the scenery but also grants access to new, previously inaccessible areas, adding an additional layer of exploration and puzzle-solving.
The game introduces quality-of-life improvements, such as the ability to gather materials and use tools without having to swap between them. Additionally, the game features an easy-to-use fast travel system, allowing players to quickly navigate the expansive world.
While the synthesis system may seem daunting at first, players who delve deeper into the game's alchemy mechanics will discover a wealth of depth and customization options. The ability to experiment with different ingredient combinations and traits to create powerful, specialized items is praised by many players as a core strength of the game's gameplay loop.