ASTLIBRA Revision Reviews

Genuinely one of the best action RPGs I've played in recent times, and one of the most fun action JRPGs I've ever played. Astlibra offers charming graphics, spectacular music, interesting story and most importantly, fast, responsive gameplay that gradually opens up the longer you play and that you can customize according to your preferred playstyle with the settings of KARON skills. If you're looking for a new action JRPG to play, definitely give Astlibra a chance; if you're hooked with the gameplay Astlibra provides within the first couple of hours, you won't regret playing the rest of it.

Game was a lot of fun. Story was entertaining, fighting was entertaining and the magic was fun to use. Crafting and gear upgrades tied to new abilities was also nice to keep getting your character stronger over time. Would recommend if you want a game that's a good mix between Chrono Trigger story and Castlevania SotN combat.

I generally don't like side scroller games, but this is one that is very good. I think because of the progression and the fact that is pretty easy to find the weaknesses of enemies. All in all, this is the exception for me, a good side scroller.

ASTLIBRA is an incredible experience. Push past the occasionally frustrating dialogue and you'll be well rewarded. I loved it so much I sat holding the thumbstick to keep my character running for the "Athlete" achievement, 10/10 would do again. Thank you KEIZO

This game is amazing. It has it all. A nice action-RPG gameplay, a huge unlock-skill tree, skills that alter the experience of your battle or discovery, weapon types that handle differently...and that is only the first half of the game. As the game continues, systems get more and more complex, but never overwhelming. And the story? It is extremely good too...! 10/10 for me. I love all of it! 15 years of development by a single person? It sure feels like that. Polished and great! I did not play the DLC yet as of writing, but I look forward playing it too!

It prolly has one of the most satisfactory gameplay progression where you begin from swinging a literal stick to nuking screens with every strike. While the story has an element of amateurish flavor, it still maintains a sense of intrigue to make you want to know more about the world. 7/10

Astlibra Revision completed. Wow... what a masterpiece. This is one of the biggest surprises in a long time for me. I don't even know where to start. This is a passion project created by one man, KEIZO. The game has an intricate and thought provoking narrative focusing on decisions, changing timelines, godly control, futuristic doomsday concepts and love. Absolutely packed with amazingly detailed writing. Great character moments, that lead into a myriad of plot twists and deeper connections. You never know what's gonna happen next. The music has a lot of amazing impactful moments that just hit me right in the gut. Gems like this is the exact reason why I keep digging into weird obscure hidden games, because every once in awhile you hit a gold mine. The game-play is absolutely amazing, with great 2D side-scroller action made to perfection with lots of RPG depth and customization involved. Insanely epic bosses with blasting bombastic music. The art style is as amazing as it is off-putting at times. It's a weird looking game. Some areas are stunning while other environments look borderline ugly. This doesn't impact the experience whatsoever though. This might be the best side-scroller action game I've ever played. 10/10

This game is absolutely awesome, it exceeded my expectations. The gameplay at first does not seem appealing but once you actually start to play the game and the learn the different skills (referred to as karon), You fall for the game. The game in itself is good from the beginning but each chapter makes the game just if not more appealing revealing the lore of the characters and the suffering encountered before and after events played in the game. The music is just (chef's kiss), its so awesome it actually makes you want to play the game longer then intended just because you want to hear the soundtrack. I have not even beaten it and its definitely on the excellent list for platformers i've played on Steam. This is on my highly recommended list... i've even seen references from other games to other games like Chrono Trigger, Ys, Breath of Fire, The Legend of Zelda, Final Fantasy etc. But they're subtle like when you hear the chime of getting a legendary item it sounds like Ys, or when you hear the lore music it will sometimes sound like Chrono Trigger or the main character dressing like a girl at one point and changing their ear like FF7. Its like a respect to retro games while being respectful to itself in its own nature

Probably one of the best indie RPGs I've played. Feels like a mix between the playstyle of a 16-bit Ys title (side-scrolling action combat) and some of the gameplay systems of more modern RPGs (upgrade grid, spending time with equipment unlocks new skills, abilities which develop and improve with use). Character art is beautiful and repulsive as needed, and the whole thing plays tight as a whip. Story kept me surprised up until the very end as well, no matter how many times I figured I had a bead on it. Great complete package, cannot recommend enough.

One of the best games I’ve ever played. The story kept me enthralled the entire time, the soundtrack is incredible, and the combat is incredibly satisfying. I highly recommend at least trying the demo.