Role-playing (RPG)

I Am Setsuna

Single Player

Critic · Metacritic

3.3

Users · RAWG

2016

Released

Platforms

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📅 Release Info

Release DateFebruary 18, 2016

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

Role-playing (RPG)AdventureRPG

Playable on

PCPlayStationNintendo

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PC (Microsoft Windows)PCPlayStation 4PlayStation VitaPS VitaNintendo Switch

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About this game

I Am Setsuna introduces the authentic JRPG style of yesteryear to PlayStation4 and Steam! Journey with Setsuna as she prepares to make the ultimate sacrifice and save the people of her land. A powerfully nostalgic experience, blending a classic style of story-telling, battle system and gameplay.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Recreates the structure and feel of classic console JRPGs.
Active Time Battles and Momentum abilities add tactical combat choices.
Somber winter setting centers on sacrifice and melancholy.
Piano-based soundtrack supports the game's subdued emotional tone.

Cons

Story relies on familiar JRPG conventions and predictable developments.
Snowy, visually sparse environments offer limited exploration variety.
Supporting characters have limited development and emotional depth.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

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Role-playing (RPG)

I Am Setsuna

Single Player

Critic · Metacritic

3.3

Users · RAWG

2016

Released

Platforms

🔗🛒▶

📅 Release Info

Release DateFebruary 18, 2016

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

Role-playing (RPG)AdventureRPG

Playable on

PCPlayStationNintendo

Show all 6 versions ▾

PC (Microsoft Windows)PCPlayStation 4PlayStation VitaPS VitaNintendo Switch

Screenshots & Videos

About this game

Pros & Cons

Pros

Recreates the structure and feel of classic console JRPGs.
Active Time Battles and Momentum abilities add tactical combat choices.
Somber winter setting centers on sacrifice and melancholy.
Piano-based soundtrack supports the game's subdued emotional tone.

Cons

Story relies on familiar JRPG conventions and predictable developments.
Snowy, visually sparse environments offer limited exploration variety.
Supporting characters have limited development and emotional depth.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

Where to Buy / Play

Official stores where this game is available. Links open the store page in a new tab.

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