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SCARLET NEXUS

SCARLET NEXUS

June 25, 2021
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc.
4.4/5.0(8,300 reviews)
~7h playtime
Metacritic 79
Role Playing Games

PlayStation 5 · Xbox Series S/X · PC · Xbox One · PlayStation 4

Mixed

Overall, player feedback for SCARLET NEXUS is divided, with many players praising the combat system and emotional depth while others criticize the story and repetitive gameplay. While many reviewers found the game engaging and enjoyable, others experienced frustrations with its execution and character development.

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About This Game

Set in a dystopian future where psionic abilities are humanity's last hope against brain-hungry mutants, SCARLET NEXUS offers dual narrative paths as players explore a compelling blend of combat and character-driven storytelling.

Highlights

  • Engaging real-time combat mechanics with varied psychic powers
  • Deep emotional relationships between characters
  • Unique anime-inspired visual aesthetics
  • Dual narrative featuring two distinct protagonists
  • Psychological themes and exploration elements
  • Skill trees for character customization and progression
  • Choice-based dialogue impacting outcomes
  • Dynamic combat progression with satisfying rewards

Themes

sci-fifantasydarkpsychologicalmysteriousexplorationfriendship

Mechanics

real-timecombatcharacter-creationskill-treesstory-drivendialoguechoice-basedmultiple-endingsexplorationpuzzle-solving

Platforms

PlayStation 5
Xbox Series S/X
PC
Xbox One
PlayStation 4

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Teen
Languages:
EnglishFrench (France)Portuguese (Brazil)Spanish (Mexico)
Official site:Visit site

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person

Player Reviews

Mixed

Overall, player feedback for SCARLET NEXUS is divided, with many players praising the combat system and emotional depth while others criticize the story and repetitive gameplay. While many reviewers found the game engaging and enjoyable, others experienced frustrations with its execution and character development.

Pros

  • • Engaging combat mechanics
  • • Emotional depth and character relationships
  • • Unique anime-inspired visual style
  • • Varied psychic powers and abilities
  • • Satisfying combat progression

Cons

  • • Repetitive gameplay and mission structure
  • • Poor story execution and character writing
  • • Excessive cutscenes and dialogue
  • • Limited character agency and development
  • • Linear progression and side quest design

Based on 98 reviews from steam

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SCARLET NEXUS — Frequently Asked Questions

Is SCARLET NEXUS worth playing?
SCARLET NEXUS has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 4.4 out of 5 across 8,300 reviews.
Is SCARLET NEXUS single-player or multiplayer?
SCARLET NEXUS supports single player.
What platforms is SCARLET NEXUS available on?
SCARLET NEXUS is available on PS4 and PS5.
When did SCARLET NEXUS release?
SCARLET NEXUS released on June 25, 2021.
What is SCARLET NEXUS's age rating?
SCARLET NEXUS carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Teen.