I bought this game way back in 2023 but never got around to playing it until now. The reason I bought it was mainly because one of the first games I ever owned was the first ActRaiser on the SNES, the first console I ever owned, so it has a lot of sentimental value to me. I thought this was going to be more or less a one-to-one remake of the SNES version with enhanced graphics, but was very pleasantly surprised to discover that not only were the graphics much better, but the gameplay has also been greatly enhanced and improved upon. Not only were the 2D side-scroller and civilization-building portions still intact, but they also added some RPG elements and tower defense as well. It won’t be as deep as games that focus solely on any of those genres, but for a game that has a lot of layers to it, it balances them out quite well to give you a great experience that’s just about right in length. In place of the generic civilians from the SNES era, each town now has a cultural theme su...
Actraiser Renaissance
- Release Date:
- Sep 23, 2021
- Developer:
- Square Enix, Sonic Powered
- Publisher:
- Square Enix
- Platforms:
- Windows
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About This Game
ABOUT
Actraiser combines 2D platforming action (Realm Acts) with a City-building simulation (Realm Management) in the ultimate battle between good and evil!
Featuring the soundtrack that sent shockwaves through the gaming world when it was first released, composed by the legendary Yuzo Koshiro - now remastered!
Help humanity flourish by playing as the Lord of Light and their loyal angel in a world beset by evil.
NEW FEATURES
- Remastered 2D graphics present the game in beautiful HD
- 15 new music tracks, as well as re-arranged original tracks by Actraiser composer Yuzo Koshiro!
- New stories, expanded action and realm management gameplay, additional action stages, an all-new realm, and a new, powerful boss!
- Auto-save and difficulty levels
Realm Acts: Strategically cast powerful fire, ice, and other magic in these 2D action stages. Humans return to reclaim the realm after you conquer these stages, allowing you to begin cultivating your settlements.
New magic that was not available in the original game has been added along with the ability to dodge. Players can also attack with upward and downward motions for a more dynamic action experience. You will need every new trick in your arsenal to defeat stronger bosses at the end of the new action stages.
Realm Management: Help humanity flourish by cultivating your settlements and offering guidance. Use your miraculous powers to summon lightning and trigger earthquakes to remove obstacles such as trees and boulders that impede the growth of your chosen. Play as the Lord of Light's angel and use your mighty bow and arrows to drive back the evil monsters that prey on your people.
Protect your settlements from enemy raids in real-time strategic battles. The placement of your forts and timing of your miracles is key to achieving victory in these engagements.
Experience all-new tales of humanity's struggles to overcome their flaws and failings as they learn to love one another and together grow stronger. Altogether, these new scenarios amount to more than twice the story present in the original. Explore the vast new realm and enjoy building your settlements for longer than ever before!
The original Actraiser composer, Yuzo Koshiro, has re-arranged all of the iconic original tracks and added 15 new tracks as well. Players can listen to the original music or switch to the re-arranged versions while playing the game. Tired from protecting and raising your villagers? Then just sit back, relax, and enjoy the tunes.
© 1990, 2021 QUINTET/SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved.
© YUZO KOSHIRO
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User Reviews
I do like it, I'm having fun... one HUGE downside is that your gameplay is constantly being interrupted by the people wanting to talk to you, and they talk for so long too! I wish they either left you alone or be more concise, or both!!! By the 3rd world, I kind of gave up on the story and skipped it all. Once in a while I didn't know what to do and i know that's my fault but on the other hand, it's the dev's fault for making it too boring, too often. But like I said, I'm still enjoying it. Buy on discount.
This game gave me my retro town-building 2-D action playformer life!
System Requirements
Minimum
- OS *: Windows® 8.1 64-bit / Windows® 10 64-bit
- Processor: AMD A8-7600, Intel® Core™ i3-3210
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD Radeon™ R7 240,NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 730
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 5 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card
- Additional Notes: keyboard, gamepad
Recommended
- OS *: Windows® 8.1 64-bit / Windows® 10 64-bit
- Processor: AMD Ryzen™ 3 1200、Intel® Core™ i5-3330
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD Radeon™ R7 260X,NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 750
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 5 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card etc
- Additional Notes: keyboard, gamepad
FAQ
How much does Actraiser Renaissance cost?
Actraiser Renaissance costs $29.99.
What are the system requirements for Actraiser Renaissance?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows® 8.1 64-bit / Windows® 10 64-bit Processor: AMD A8-7600, Intel® Core™ i3-3210 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: AMD Radeon™ R7 240,NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 730 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 5 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card Additional Notes: keyboard, gamepad Recommended: Recommended: OS *: Windows® 8.1 64-bit / Windows® 10 64-bit Processor: AMD Ryzen™ 3 1200、Intel® Core™ i5-3330 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: AMD Radeon™ R7 260X,NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 750 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 5 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card etc Additional Notes: keyboard, gamepad
What platforms is Actraiser Renaissance available on?
Actraiser Renaissance is available on Windows PC.
Is Actraiser Renaissance worth buying?
Actraiser Renaissance has 100% positive reviews from 6 players.
When was Actraiser Renaissance released?
Actraiser Renaissance was released on Sep 23, 2021.
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