Mugen Souls
" Humorous adventure RPG with unique battles and deep customization but tedious grinding "
Mugen Souls Review
Mugen Souls is a quirky, over-the-top JRPG centered on Chou-Chou, a self-proclaimed goddess who conquers planets by charming enemies into her peons using a complex "moe kill" system. The game features a colorful cast, humorous dialogue, and a mix of gameplay mechanics including turn-based combat, airship battles, and a grind-heavy Mugen Field dungeon. While it offers a long playtime and character customization, the game suffers from excessive and sometimes unbalanced DLC, grind-heavy progression, and a steep learning curve due to poorly explained mechanics. The PC port improves resolution and framerate over the original PS3, but some players report bugs and crashes. Additionally, the Western release is censored compared to the Japanese version, removing over 100 CGs and a minigame, which has drawn criticism.
Despite its flaws, fans of niche anime-style JRPGs like Disgaea and Hyperdimension Neptunia may find enjoyment in its unique charm and humor. However, the game can be tedious for those not accustomed to grind or complex systems.
Highlights
Players praise the humorous and colorful characters, engaging story, and the unique battle mechanics including the moe kill system and airship battles. The game’s character customization and music receive positive notes, as does the extensive content and long playtime. The PC port’s improved graphics and smooth performance over the PS3 original are also appreciated. Fans of similar titles like Disgaea enjoy the blend of quirky anime aesthetics with strategic gameplay.
Criticisms
Common criticisms include excessive and unbalanced DLC that can break story mode and make progression either too easy or grind-heavy. The moe kill system and other mechanics are often described as confusing or poorly explained, with no way to revisit tutorials. Players note the tedious grind required for achievements and leveling, and long battle animations that hamper pacing. The airship battles and Mugen Field dungeon can feel repetitive or frustrating. Additionally, the Western release censorship removing fanservice content disappoints some fans. Some report bugs, crashes, and awkward controls.
Pros
- • Humorous and engaging character dialogue enhances story enjoyment.
- • Unique battle mechanics like moe kill and blast-off add depth.
- • Extensive character customization options for personalization.
- • Long playtime with additional post-game content and grinding.
- • Airship battles provide a fun strategic change of pace.
- • Good music and catchy soundtrack enrich atmosphere.
- • PC port offers improved graphics and smooth 60 FPS gameplay.
Cons
- • Excessive DLC can unbalance gameplay and break story mode.
- • Complex and poorly explained mechanics frustrate new players.
- • Grinding is required and can become tedious and time-consuming.
- • Long battle animations slow down combat pacing.
- • Airship battles and Mugen Field dungeon can feel repetitive.
- • Western release is heavily censored compared to Japanese version.
- • Game crashes and bugs reported by some players.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mugen Souls released?
Mugen Souls was released on October 22, 2015.
Who developed Mugen Souls?
Mugen Souls was developed by Idea Factory.
Is Mugen Souls available on Mac?
No, Mugen Souls is not currently available on Mac according to our data.
Is Mugen Souls available on Linux?
No, Mugen Souls is not currently available on Linux according to our data.
Where can I buy Mugen Souls?
You can buy Mugen Souls on Steam.
Game Details
Mugen Souls features a free-roaming battle map, turn-based combat, and massive amounts of customization and growth to maximize the fun players can have with the game.