LIVE A LIVE

by Square Enix, historia Inc.

The Developer Says...

The legend is alive! LIVE A LIVE, originally only released for the Super Famicom in Japan, is being revived on Steam! Experience this legendary RPG, brought alive in the same HD-2D visual style as OCTOPATH TRAVELER.

Players Like...

❤ Experimental Anthology of Diverse Gameplay Experiences

Rather than a single, unified storyline, this JRPG presents players with seven distinct chapters, each offering a unique gameplay experience. Developers leverage this unconventional anthology structure to provide a wide variety of genres and mechanics. This diversity keeps the experience fresh, as players consistently encounter new challenges and experiment with different genre conventions. The varied chapters allow the game to avoid a repetitive cycle of random battles and level grinding, providing something for everyone.

❤ Tactical, Grid-Based Combat System

At the core of the gameplay lies a turn-based, grid-based combat system. During battles, characters and enemies occupy positions on a square grid, with their abilities and attacks determined by range, area of effect, and speed. This tactical element encourages players to carefully consider party formations and ability usage. Positioning characters to take advantage of enemy weaknesses or protect allies becomes crucial. The grid-based movement also introduces an extra layer of strategy, as players must navigate the battlefield to line up effective attacks. Additionally, each character has a unique set of abilities that can charge up over time. Properly timing the use of these powerful attacks is key to victory. The combat system rewards thoughtful planning and execution, rather than simply selecting the strongest abilities.

❤ Seamless Integration of Narrative and Gameplay

One of the standout aspects is how the gameplay is so closely tied to the narrative. The unique mechanics and styles in each chapter directly reflect the themes and tone of their respective stories. This integration of narrative and gameplay creates a cohesive and immersive experience. Players don't simply move from one combat scenario to the next, but rather engage with the world and characters in a way that feels natural and meaningful. The ability to freely explore the different chapters in any order also contributes to this seamless blending of story and gameplay. Players can choose to experience the narratives in the order that appeals to them most, further emphasizing the game's anthology-like structure.

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