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Game Information

Game Title: Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven

Platforms:

• PlayStation 4 (Oct 24, 2024)
• PlayStation 5 (Oct 24, 2024)
• Nintendo Switch (Oct 24, 2024)
• PC (Oct 24, 2024)

Trailer:

• Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven | Overview Launch Trailer
• Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven - TGS Trailer 2024 | PS5 & PS4 Games
• Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven – Announce Trailer – Nintendo Switch

Developers: Square Enix, xeen Inc.

Review Aggregator:

OpenCritic - 83 average - 87% recommended

Metacritic - 82 average based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic Reviews



But Why Tho? - Matt Sowinski - 9 / 10

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a spectacular RPG. Its story is massive and expansive, leaping across time frequently. The combat is tight and satisfying, with plenty of freedom for exploration.. Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is one of the best RPGs of 2024 and should not be missed.

CGMagazine - Chris De Hoog - 8 / 10

Romancing Saga 2: Revenge of the Seven pulls an overlooked piece of JRPG history from the shadows with an admirable makeover in modern 3D.

COGconnected - Nicola Kapron - 75 / 100

All in all, I can certainly see why Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a remake of a classic. I just wish the monsters were a bit more menacing and the narrative was a little more solid. And that the camera would stop making me sick.

Checkpoint Gaming - Victor Tan - 7.5 / 10

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven shines when it comes to its story and unique take on character development. Passing down the skills you learned to future generations immerses you in the long battle against evil. This also happens to be one of the harder SaGa entries and you may feel like the game is stacked against you. Persevering is part of the fun but it could get too frustrating.

Console Creatures - Bobby Pashalidis - 8 / 10

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is an eclectic, brilliant remake. The presentation, art direction, battle system, and music deliver an all-time classic for a new generation. You can see how much love and attention the developers put into celebrating the original.

Digitally Downloaded - Matt Sainsbury - 4.5 / 5

Square Enix picked an exceptional game to remake, and then did an exceptional job in remaking it. Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a true epic and a game that comes across as ambitious to this day. While the raw storytelling is a little limited, the concept is strong and compelling, the combat system is tactical and entertaining, and bringing the game into three dimensions means that we can finally see the full scope and vision behind this adventure of generational consequence.

Evilgamerz - Peter Derks - Dutch - 7.5 / 10

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a classic that has its pros and cons. You can completely customize the game with all the options and gameplay features, but the game is quite lacking in terms of quality. Graphically, the game looks very dated and in terms of user interface it is quite a mess. For fans of many RPG elements who want a lot of content for their money and demand more than enough possibilities, this will be a game to their heart's content. In addition, the game starts very slowly in the first hours, so you really have to bite through the sour until the goodies appear. Due to the mixed feelings, it is difficult to fully assess the game's value, as we previously read in our preview . It is clear that we remain somewhere in between in our judgment and given the pluses and minuses.

GAMES.CH - Steffen Haubner - German - 84%

Great RPG skirmishes, depth of gameplay, ideas that still seem fresh and varied gameplay make Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven irresistible, and not just for retro fans. However, some elements such as a certain lifelessness of the game world and repetitive sequences are no longer really up to date. Whether you appreciate unique features such as the generation change or reject them outright is certainly a matter of taste.

GameBlast - Ivanir Ignacchitti - Portuguese - 9.5 / 10

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a remake that manages to move between the qualities of the original and the modernity expected of a current game, presenting itself as a bold and unique experience in the RPG market. A testament to the franchise's effort to experiment over the decades, we have here a game that absolutely all fans of the genre, and even those who want to challenge themselves to see RPGs in a new light, should try.

Gameliner - Philip Zeldenthuis - Dutch - 4.5 / 5

Romancing Saga 2: Revenge of the Seven is a faithful remake with improved accessibility through Quality of Life upgrades, blending classic pixel art with modern visuals, and offering a challenging yet enjoyable experience for both new and returning players.

Hey Poor Player - Andrew Thornton - 4 / 5

I’d have loved to see Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven lean into its generational aspects a bit harder. While combat is excellent and exploring this world is rewarding, after the initial chapters, it would have been great to feel more connected to my party. Still, I had a great time going through this Kingdom, taking down the seven one by one, and bringing peace back to the land. RPG fans are almost certainly feeling a time crunch with so many excellent games released in the genre recently, but Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is yet another title worth finding the time for.

Hobby Consolas - Álvaro Alonso - Spanish - 85 / 100

The history of Japanese role-playing games may have been very different if Romancing SaGa 2 had reached the whole world at the time, but it's never too late: today, and thanks to this fantastic remake, we can discover and enjoy it in its best possible version.

IGN Italy - Majkol Robuschi - Italian - 8.5 / 10

A welcome generational transition that elevates the staples of the 1993 classic. A must for fans.

IGN Spain - Rafa Del Río - Spanish - 7 / 10

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven flees from the idea of the lone hero and puts us in the shoes of an entire dynasty focused on recovering the splendor of the empire. A very interesting point of view in which the role of the adventurer gives way to that of the many emperors and empresses who will open their way through the lands of the Varennes Empire. A somewhat simple fighting system is complemented by a lot of great ideas and surprising mechanics that make this remake unique

Kakuchopurei - Jonathan Leo - 80 / 100

Even with the already saturated sea of JRPGs this year, this Romancing SaGa remake is worthy of your time whether you played the 1993 original to death, or just want to jump into a new style of the genre with fresh eyes and perspectives. Many of the original's core tenets are preserved and made better in this remake, which is the goal of the project really.

LevelUp - Pedro Pérez Cesari - Spanish - 8.5 / 10

Romancing Saga 2: Revenge of the Seven is a fantastic JRPG and I hope this is the opportunity for it to connect with more people. SaGa is a series whose experimentation makes it have very high good moments, but extremely difficult to digest bad moments and Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is one of the highest points it has hit and becomes the best way for anyone to try this series for the first time.

MonsterVine - Frank Wood - 5 / 5

I am so genuinely happy to see the SaGa series get a well deserved new starting point for new fans, and doubly so for the fact that series vets will love this as well. If you have ever had a vested interest in the SaGa franchise, there probably won’t be a better time than now, with Romancing SaGa2: Revenge of the Seven. I am thoroughly impressed and have a new top 3 SaGa game.

Nintendo Life - George Yang - 6 / 10

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a bit of an underwhelming RPG that has some unique gameplay mechanics. The open-ended world narrative structure feels freeing, but the characters are boring. The glimmer mechanic is fun, but the battle system lacks a strategic hook. Each of its gameplay systems is a double-edged sword, as we'd find a particular aspect enticing while another was baffling. It feels like a slight step back from the other recent SaGa games, but if you're a fan of the series, Revenge of the Seven might resonate with you more than it did with us.

NintendoWorldReport - Jordan Rudek - 9.5 / 10

From the moment I played the demo at PAX West to when I rolled credits and immediately dove back in, I've been completely enamored with its nonlinear trappings and charming world-building. It's my sincere hope that the team that brought this remake to life will be given the reins to a Romancing SaGa 3 remake and then new SaGa titles moving forward, because they hit a grand slam with this one. There's no doubt on my end – cold or otherwise: Revenge is a dish best served with romance.

One More Game - Ricki Buzon - 8 / 10

Romancing Saga 2: Revenge of the Seven has transitioned beautifully from being rooted in the past. For newcomers and JRPG fans in general, the game invites careful consideration, and even if you played the original version years ago, the visual and gameplay enhancements make it a worthwhile revisit.

PSX Brasil - Thiago de Alencar Moura - Portuguese - 80 / 100

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a great remake of a classic that deserves a lot more attention than it has received over the years. It's the perfect blend between the series' traditional systems and has a greater emphasis on storytelling that is rarely seen in the franchise. Its modernization solves several of the problems of the original and, even with its limitations, it is a great experience for fans of the genre who want something different.

Pizza Fria - Matheus Brugger Jenevain - Portuguese - 8.5 / 10

I really enjoyed my time with Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven. The game is both entertaining and engaging in equal measure, and will easily please fans of the genre. In fact, it's another good representative of the turn-based JRPG genre in a year of heavyweight releases.

PlayStation Universe - Joe Richards - 8.5 / 10

Every aspect of Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is impressive and left me feeling satisfied that this game was given the lucky treatment to be put on a new platform. This remake meaningfully builds on the foundations of the original while bringing it in line with the rest of Square Enix's pantheon, while never losing sight of what made it shine in the first place. While it might not resonate with everybody, those who want to adventure beyond the standard turn-based fare will certainly not make a mistake with this game. There's an undeniable ambition here that is totally uncompromised and laid bare for all to see, and that's wonderful.

RPG Fan - Ben Love - 95%

A landmark achievement in remaking a classic RPG where every change brings value to the experience, and none of the core essence of the original is lost in the transition.

RPG Site - Scott White - 8 / 10

The unique approach to genre staples may not be for everyone, but for anyone looking to check out one of Square's legacy franchises, I’d recommend Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven in a heartbeat, or at the very least check out the free demo that’s out and see for your self. Regardless, it’s great to see new life being breathed into the franchise, and I hope Romancing SaGa 3 receives a similar remake treatment one day as well.

Shacknews - Lucas White - 9 / 10

As one of games media’s self-described SaGa Sickos, I had one question on my mind coming into Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven. Could a SaGa be rebuilt, explicitly for approachability, and still feel like SaGa? Or would sanding it down and making it friendlier turn it into a less daring and bold RPG that’s harder to distinguish from Final Fantasy or Dragon Quest? While some parts did have me feeling a little curmudgeonly, at the end of the day the answer is yes. Romancing SaGa 2’s remake is a fulfilling journey, giving fans of the original plenty to sink their teeth into, while simultaneously offering something that’s a lot more palatable for curious parties to finally set their fears aside and try something new. If it clicks, though, I implore you to dive into the deep end afterwards. Don't sleep on SaGa!

Siliconera - Cody Perez - 8 / 10

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is the premier way to check out this intriguingly non-linear JRPG. Players go about the battle against seven fallen heroes and the various generations of an empire with a solid level of player choice. Though the graphics, gameplay, and voice acting aren’t extraordinary, they do enough to make this a remake worth playing for newcomers and existing fans alike.

Spaziogames - Gianluca Arena - Italian - 6.8 / 10

Xeen and Square Enix, in stark contrast with what the original development team did 31 years ago, played it very safe, with a remake that changes nothing in terms of gameplay, even where some corrections where badly needed. Therefore, this is nothing more than a modernized version of a good JRPG

The Outerhaven Productions - Scott Adams - 5 / 5

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven shows the SaGa series at its best. It may be a remake but it is one with a lot of love for the series.

Wccftech - Kai Tatsumoto - 8.4 / 10

One of Akitoshi Kawazu's most experimental titles from the Super Famicom, Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven shows that a classic JRPG can be given a complete overhaul to turn into something brand new while still retaining its unique quirks and charm.

Worth Playing - Chris "Atom" DeAngelus - 9 / 10

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is everything a remake should be. It polishes and shines the strongest elements of the original game while adding just enough modernization and new features to make it feel accessible to a newer audience. Everything from the gameplay to the graphics absolutely sparkles, and it is easy to understand why Romancing SaGa 2 was a cult classic. Only a somewhat thin SNES-style story holds backthe game slightly, and even that is a minor complaint. In a year filled with incredibly strong RPGs, Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven might still be one of the best.

 

[DragoonKain]

 

[Diseased Yak]

I really want to play this, but I'm so knee-deep in other stuff right now, with Metaphor Refantazio going now and Ys X Nordics releasing Friday. I'll pick this up, though, for sure.

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

I really want to play this, but I'm so knee-deep in other stuff right now, with Metaphor Refantazio going now and Ys X Nordics releasing Friday. I'll pick this up, though, for sure.

Yeah, I'm in the same boat as you. I'll probably have to wait until early next year to play it, but I'm 100% getting this one.

 

[jshackles]

Picking this up on the Switch and will balance it between Ys X on the PC. Will hopefully finish Ys by the time Dragon Quest III comes out. I'm also swimming in great JRPGs, but decided to backburner Metaphor so that I could squeeze everything else in this year.

 

[Sojiro]

Really looking forward to this, I watched a video from Nintendo World Report that really got me excited. The scores aren't too far off from what I figured, Saga games always seem to be pretty divided with opinions, but this one looks great if you know what to expect from the series. I will probably hold off playing this until after Y's X as I figure this will be the longer of the two games, but I am pumped to get into it!

 

[fudgybrownie]

I played the demo. The game looks nice but I disliked the combat. So no for me.

 

[Madonis]

I think a high seven, low eight is exactly right. Pretty good!

I don't have the time for Metaphor, right now precisely because it is so damn long and dense, so this should be my seasonal JRPG.

 

[mèx]

From what I read it seems like characters have little personality, and the story is quite lean. Not what I look for in long modern JRPGs usually.

I like the open approach though, so I might give it a try later on.

 

[Madonis]

From what I read it seems like characters have little personality, and the story is quite lean. Not what I look for in long modern JRPGs usually.

I like the open approach though, so I might give it a try later on.

It's a non-linear game where, after the introduction sequence, you are taking control of different characters across the generations to fight the Seven Heroes. In that respect, it's almost rogue-lite in a sense.

Given that premise, only the antagonists (or NPCs) can have much in terms of personality, because they are a constant while almost all of your controllable characters may vary from time to time.

I wouldn't say the story itself is that absent. It isn't a dense narrative, but the different regions have their own local quests and there is an overarching structure to what you are doing.

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

Added more reviews to the OP and also refreshed the OC screenshot. The game now is sitting at 81 on OC and 82 on MC.

 

[NotMyProblemAnymoreCunt]

Does any of the reviews mention how the Switch version runs?

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

Does any of the reviews mention how the Switch version runs?

I know that Switch Up usually touches on this aspect, but I haven't watched their review yet since I'm not interested in picking this game up for the Switch.

 

[adamsapple]

This game is standalone, right?

 

[GHG]

This game is standalone, right?

Yep, you can go in without any prior knowledge of the series.

 

[adamsapple]

Yep, you can go in without any prior knowledge of the series.

 

[GHG]

If this is your first saga game then you're in for a great time.

You can play the series in any order you wish btw, treat them like you do final fantasy. Also don't forget the last remnant, it started life as a saga game then morphed in to something else entirely so it has some connections to the series (which only make sense after you've played a few games in the saga series).

 

[adamsapple]

If this is your first saga game then you're in for a great time.

You can play the series in any order you wish btw, treat them like you do final fantasy. Also don't forget the last remnant, it started life as a saga game then morphed in to something else entirely so it has some connections to the series (which only make sense after you've played a few games in the saga series).

it's one of those 'always heard but never played' franchises for me. Similar to the Y's games till last year, now I'm going through those as well.

 

[HercRaato]

Got my copy. We been eating good this year with RPG's. Trying decide if I should start this or Metaphor.

 

[NotMyProblemAnymoreCunt]

Any update on how this game runs on Switch?

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

Any update on how this game runs on Switch?

I've seen outlets like Nintendolife and Nintendo World Report mention that they've encountered some performance hiccups here and there, but overall it runs pretty decently on the Switch.

That said, my recommendation is to try the free demo and see for yourself how it runs because I don't think many GAFers picked this game up on the Switch.

Nintendo Wold Report also encountered tech issues with the game on the Switch:

In spite of how much I enjoyed my time with Revenge of the Seven, its performance on Switch is not without flaws. There’s a slight hitch when loading into combat or accessing some cutscenes, and I experienced three or four crashes during my first 10-15 hours (with none in the remainder of my time). Fortunately, the auto-save is quite regular and no real progress was lost. The visual fidelity is pretty decent in both docked and handheld, but there’s texture pop in, particularly with the clothing worn by the various characters. I experienced noticeable frame drops in one late-game fight, but otherwise frame rate appeared to be fairly steady. If you’re particularly attuned to performance issues, you may want to consider another platform, but for me the overall quality of the game was able to win out over these nagging concerns.

 

[jshackles]

Any update on how this game runs on Switch?

I've been playing on the Switch, and I'm about 15 hours in...

The performance is OK. Not great. The loading times, especially when transitioning to a particular type of cutscene, are very long. I've had the game crash back to the OS twice now. The textures load in at super low res, then pop into high-res after fully loading, which is pretty jarring most of the time. Twice now, I've encountered a bug where the high-res textures fail to load (regardless of changing between zones or other things that would typically re-initiate texture loading) so the whole thing stayed a blurry mess until I restarted the game completely.

I kinda wish I would have bought this on Steam and played it on the Steam Deck, but I couldn't pass up a physical copy so here I am.

 

[NotMyProblemAnymoreCunt]

I've seen outlets like Nintendolife and Nintendo World Report mention that they've encountered some performance hiccups here and there, but overall it runs pretty decently on the Switch.

That said, my recommendation is to try the free demo and see for yourself how it runs because I don't think many GAFers picked this game up on the Switch.

Nintendo Wold Report also encountered tech issues with the game on the Switch:

I've been playing on the Switch, and I'm about 15 hours in...

The performance is OK. Not great. The loading times, especially when transitioning to a particular type of cutscene, are very long. I've had the game crash back to the OS twice now. The textures load in at super low res, then pop into high-res after fully loading, which is pretty jarring most of the time. Twice now, I've encountered a bug where the high-res textures fail to load (regardless of changing between zones or other things that would typically re-initiate texture loading) so the whole thing stayed a blurry mess until I restarted the game completely.

I kinda wish I would have bought this on Steam and played it on the Steam Deck, but I couldn't pass up a physical copy so here I am.

Thanks for the update guys. I'm getting this on Steam than