Tales of Arise - News

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Action RPG
Systems
Top Critic Avg: 87 /100 Critics Rec: 99%
Released
September 10, 2021
ESRB
T for Teen: Alcohol Reference, Blood, Language, Suggestive Themes, Violence
Developer(s)
Bandai Namco Studios
Publisher(s)
Bandai Namco Studios

WHERE TO PLAY

DIGITAL
PHYSICAL

A world of nature drawn with the “Atmospheric Shader”
We are introducing a new graphics shader, inspired by anime and watercolor painting. Characters with attractive designs travel among backgrounds filled with beautiful and delicate visuals.

Explore a world that feels alive
Explore the world of Dahna, where a mix of unique, natural environments change in appearance based on the time of day. Climb over the rocky terrain, swim in rivers, gather around the campfire, cook food, head to the next town, defeat the master of an alien planet, and liberate the people!

Stylish action and battles
Through the new system “Boost Strike”, you can now chain combos of powerful attacks together with your party members. Chain Artes, Boost Attacks, and Boost Strike combos to take down your enemies!

Experience the story of the divided Renan and Dahnan people
The protagonists who will determine the fate of these two worlds are Alphen and Shionne. They will overcome hardships and grow together with their unique group of friends. Gorgeous animation by ufotable is inserted at key points in the story, adding more color to our protagonists’ journey.

Genre(s)
Action RPG

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