The Last Remnant (PC Version) - IGN Review - 6.8
Closing Comments
The Last Remnant isn't for those who crave story and strong characterization in their single-player role-playing games. It's a long grind buoyed by a battle system that's alternately enjoyable for its depth and complexity but also frustrating for its unpredictability and lack of transparency. This version is much improved from the Xbox 360 counterpart, so anyone looking for the best version of Square Enix's title will find it here. Those who crave the freedom to delve into dungeon after dungeon in a large game world might find a lot to enjoy in this title despite its issues, as there are a lot of moving pieces to its systems. Considering the general dullness of the setting and narrative conflict, however, the game gives you little reason to stick around other than to drive up your characters' statistics and learn new attacks.
5.5 Presentation
A weak, disjointed storyline, forgettable and dislikable characters, and a near total lack of personality. The menus do their job but could have used some tweaking for the PC platform.
6.5 Graphics
You won't find anything breathtaking here and quite a few of the dungeons have a bland, boring appearance. Some nicer areas and armor designs keep things interesting.
6.0 Sound
Poor character voice acting is offset somewhat by some decent tunes for exploration and battle. Generally strong sound effects.
7.0 Gameplay
Lots of interesting aspects to the battle system marred by a few unpredictable elements that undermine the tactical elements.
7.5 Lasting Appeal
If you're in it for the fighting, this is a long, long game with crafting systems, side quests, and more to divert your attention from the main grind.
6.8
Passable OVERALL
(out of 10 / not an average)
Source: http://pc.ign.com/articles/965/965006p2.html
