Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is a highly acclaimed role-playing video game developed by Level-5 and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Originally released for the PlayStation 3 in 2011, the game was recently remastered for the PlayStation 4, allowing players to experience the enchanting story once again with enhanced graphics and improved performance. Set in two parallel worlds, Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch tells the tale of Oliver, a young boy who embarks on a magical adventure after losing his mother. In his quest to save her, Oliver discovers that he has the ability to travel between the real world and the fantasy realm of Ni no Kuni. Teaming up with his newfound friends and familiars, Oliver must confront the malevolent White Witch and her legion of dark forces. One of the standout features of Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is its breathtaking art style, which blends traditional hand-drawn animation with computer-generated graphics.
Review copy of game provided by publisher.
I m not saying this is a no effort port, but that the effort put in and the price they are asking for a game that is six years old seem disconnected. Now as for the game, it s great, unless you listen to Drew talk about it on our very own Phoenix Down podcast but any PS3 review is going to say exactly what anyone needs to know about this game.
One of the standout features of Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is its breathtaking art style, which blends traditional hand-drawn animation with computer-generated graphics. The game's visual presentation, coupled with its captivating storytelling and memorable characters, creates an immersive and emotionally charged experience for players. The gameplay of Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch combines traditional RPG elements with a unique combat system.
Ni no kuni white witch ps4
I have had Half-Life 2 since I started PC gaming. It was likely 2008/2009 when I got onto Steam for the lone reason of being able to play Source Engine mods. Each time I have upgraded from the original mediocre HP laptop I started with I have brought Half-Life 2 with me and been able to see it with better settings each time. Across different hardware and operating systems, Half-Life 2 has always been there and I have not had to pay to see it in better quality.
If I had to buy Half-Life 2 to see it with better anti-aliasing and resolution, it would probably feel a lot like Ni No Kuni’s remaster feels like, because that’s all that’s different here. The game looks prettier.
PLATFORMS: PS4, PC, SWITCH**
MSRP: $49.99
PRICE I’D PAY: $29.99
It was January of 2013 when Ni No Kuni hit American shores and six years later the game is back… and almost at full price (it’s $70 in Canada before tax). Maybe I am just too used to remasters coming in at more reasonable prices (THQNordic seems to get the idea) but $50 for a game that reached Greatest Hits status (meaning it sold half a million copies) and did well enough to get a sequel seems a bit much. I have a feeling Ni No Kuni 2 didn’t do as well as everyone hoped, but that still doesn’t make this price tag seem fair.
In the platforms section I put down Switch with two asterisks next to it. That is because the Switch version is not the remaster. It lacks the title and I believe is just a straight port of the PS3 game.
Now as for the game, it’s great, (unless you listen to Drew talk about it on our very own Phoenix Down podcast) but any PS3 review is going to say exactly what anyone needs to know about this game. I am sort of dumbfounded at how vanilla this “remaster” is.
I played my PS3 version alongside the PS4 version. I would get to a point in the PS4 version, stop, then switch to the PS3 version on the same screen. The Studio Ghibli animation looks stellar on both. The close up shots only look slightly better on PS4 and that’s expected. What really stands out is the general gameplay portions which look very blurry on PS3, but that’s not the game’s fault but rather the hardware’s fault. A quick look online led me to a video of someone emulating Ni No Kuni on their PC via a PS3 emulator and the game looks much closer to the PS4 “remaster” meaning that those elements are there in the original.
To me this game seems more like how the game was designed before it was altered to work on lesser hardware. It is a lot like finally running Half-Life 2 on a decent PC after running it on a crummy laptop for years. To anyone who paid full price for Ni No Kuni it feels unfair to charge those customers again, especially when Xbox has been doing similar “remastering” on Xbox 360 titles.
I know this sounds very odd but even the inclusion of basic remake of the original Ni No Kuni: Dominion of the Dark Djinn (the original DS game Wrath of the White Witch is based on) would have made this a much more worthwhile purchase as that game never saw a Western release. Comparing this to other RPG remasters, it lacks and quality of life upgrades or any upgrades for that matter.
I’m not saying this is a no effort port, but that the effort put in and the price they are asking for a game that is six years old seem disconnected. Right now there are plenty of great RPGs available that are new and with a price tag so high it’s hard to suggest the old game rather than the new one. I can only recommend this to people who have never played it or the hardest of hardcore Ni No Kuni fans because otherwise just wait for a sale to play this one again.
Review copy of game provided by publisher.
Good- It’s the same Ni No Kuni, but prettier
I’m not saying this is a no effort port, but that the effort put in and the price they are asking for a game that is six years old seem disconnected. Right now there are plenty of great RPGs available that are new and with a price tag so high it’s hard to suggest the old game rather than the new one. I can only recommend this to people who have never played it or the hardest of hardcore Ni No Kuni fans because otherwise just wait for a sale to play this one again.
Players can freely explore the expansive world, engaging in turn-based battles against various enemies. The addition of familiars adds a layer of strategy to combat, as players can collect and train these creatures to fight alongside them. The remastered version of Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch for the PlayStation 4 brings a host of improvements to the game. The enhanced graphics showcase the game's stunning art style in even greater detail, while the improved performance ensures a smooth and fluid gameplay experience. Overall, Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch for the PlayStation 4 is a must-play game for fans of RPGs and enchanting storytelling. Its timeless tale, beautiful visuals, and engaging gameplay make it a true gem in the gaming world..
Reviews for "Creating the Perfect Team in Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch on PS4"
1. Susan - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with Ni no Kuni White Witch on PS4. The graphics were beautiful, but the gameplay felt overly repetitive and boring. The combat system was tedious and the story failed to capture my interest. I also found the characters to be shallow and lacked development. Overall, I had high expectations for this game but it failed to deliver.
2. John - 1 star - I couldn't stand playing Ni no Kuni White Witch on PS4. The controls felt clunky, the camera angles were frustrating, and the overall gameplay felt dated. The story was cliché and predictable, the dialogue was cheesy, and the voice acting was subpar. I couldn't find anything enjoyable about this game and ended up giving up on it after a few hours.
3. Sarah - 2 stars - I was really excited to try Ni no Kuni White Witch on PS4, especially after hearing so many positive reviews. However, I found the game to be incredibly slow-paced and the pacing was just off. The battles were too frequent and got repetitive quickly. The story felt convoluted and confusing, and the characters were forgettable. I was left feeling underwhelmed and regretting my purchase.
4. Mark - 1 star - I found Ni no Kuni White Witch on PS4 to be a complete waste of time and money. The dialogue was cringe-worthy, the gameplay mechanics were clunky and unintuitive, and the graphics, while visually appealing, couldn't make up for the lackluster experience. I was hoping for an engaging and immersive RPG, but instead, I got a shallow and lackluster game that I couldn't wait to uninstall.