Summary
- Fantasian: Neo Dimension rated E10+ for fantasy violence, mild suggestive themes, and alcohol/tobacco use.
- Players take on the role of a treasure hunter in a quest to recover their memory with party members.
- Unique battle mechanics like "Dimengeon Battle" and Growth Map customization make for a satisfying RPG experience.
The ESRB has rated Fantasian: Neo Dimension, the re-release of the latest RPG created by Mistwalker, the studio founded by Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi. The rating description emphasizes what players can expect from Fantasian: Neo Dimension, which includes new features and quality-of-life improvements for its launch on consoles and PC after its initial release on the Apple Arcade subscription service.
Fantasian was originally launched in 2021 on Apple Arcade in two parts. The RPG, produced, written, and directed by Hironobu Sakaguchi, also featured a soundtrack composed by Nobuo Uematsu, the maestro behind most of the scores in the Final Fantasy franchise. Many considered Fantasian one of the best RPGs of 2021, though its limited access to Apple devices confined its reach. This year, however, it was announced that Fantasian would be released on other platforms.
Final Fantasy Creator's Mistwalker Studio Working on Mysterious Dark Fantasy Game
Hironobu Sakaguchi is a name that needs no introduction in certain circles, and now the famous JRPG creator has started working on a new game.
With the title Fantasian: Neo Dimension, the RPG is gearing up for a winter 2024 release, and its ESRB rating update only confirms that everything is on track for its launch. Fantasian: Neo Dimension has been given an age rating of E10+, and according to the Rating Board, the game will feature fantasy violence, mild blood, mild suggestive themes, and the use of alcohol and tobacco. For comparison, on Apple Arcade, Fantasian was rated 12+, a slightly different age rating across platforms.
Fantasian Neo Dimension Rated By The ESRB
- Fantasian has been rated E10+.
The ESRB rating details why the RPG was rated as such. The rating summary begins with a synopsis of Fantasian: Neo Dimension, stating that players take on the role of a treasure hunter on a quest to recover their memory. It then highlights that the player will recruit party members and engage with humans and fantastical creatures, such as robot sentries, giant skeletons, and golems. The fantasy violence players can expect is exemplified by a boss whose mask and armor feature blood streaks. Finally, the suggestive themes are tied to female models, which may have features like deep cleavage or slight breast jiggle.
While a game receiving an ESRB rating doesn't necessarily mean it's ready for launch, unlike gold status, it's still an encouraging update for interested players. Fantasian was released in 2021 in two parts, so it's no surprise if this new version is already fully developed. However, Fantasian: Neo Dimension's turn-based battle system presents unique mechanics, such as the trajectory feature that takes advantage of the touchscreen on mobile devices to maximize characters' abilities in battle. Players could create an arc with a spell to hit multiple enemies, a system that likely needed some adaptation for the console and PC release.
Fantasian
- Released
- April 2, 2021
WHERE TO PLAY
Fantasian by Mistwalker Corp. — From the creator of Final Fantasy, comes the next breathtaking adventure from industry legend Hironobu Sakaguchi. Fantasian is an exciting, new RPG set against a spectacular backdrop made from nearly 160 handmade dioramas that blends physical environments and 3D characters.
● Dive into the Dioramas
Explore the nearly 160 different hand-crafted dioramas in Fantasian, with particular attention to detail. The adventure lasts between 60~90 hours with the first part more focused on story and the latter half more quest-driven, giving players the freedom to explore the world.
● New Battle Mechanics
Tapping into his experience from the Final Fantasy franchise, Sakaguchi brings to Fantasian several quality of life improvements to the classic JRPG genre, such as the “Dimengeon Battle” mechanic, which allows players to send previously encountered enemies into a separate dimensional dungeon to streamline combat and maximize uninterrupted exploration of the beautiful locations.
“Dimengeon Battles” introduce various “Gimmicks” or power-ups that can turn the tide of battle for a satisfying encounter.
Likewise, the Growth Map gives players various customization options and party members can be swapped in and out for even more diverse strategic options.
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- Developer(s)
- Mistwalker
- Publisher(s)
- Mistwalker
- Engine
- Unity
- Platform(s)
- iOS, macOS
- Genre(s)
- RPG
