Scarlet Nexus

Der Versuch einer neuen IP mit Scarlet Nexus ist geglückt. Das hat man zum Großteil aber seinem exzellenten Kampfsystem zu verdanken, welches das Spiel über weite Strecken trägt. Selbiges kann man aber leider nicht von seiner Story behaupten. Dessen Komplexität leidet arg unter der schwachen Erzählweise via Standbildern und den leblosen und detailarmen Gebieten.

It might not be a new pinnacle of action-game storytelling, but Scarlet Nexus is still plenty of fun in the right places.

The combat is no doubt the star of the show, though. Even when it becomes hard to take the narrative seriously at times, those sweet, sweet combat mechanics will overshadow the issues to pull you right back in, no matter which platoon you choose to roll with.

Bandai Namco constructs a stylish and compelling fantasy that's all about the combat.

From its compelling story, to its wild enemy designs and combat, I'm kind of in awe of Scarlet Nexus. Where Bandai Namco games often have a niche appeal, I've got no reservations about recommending Scarlet Nexus. I'd definitely suggest skipping a lot of the side stories, but everything else here is the kind of anime-infused greatness that will appeal to nearly everyone.