Fate/Extra (2010)

by Ji-yeong
written by Ji-yeong 6 minutes read

Summary

Fate/Extra: A Dungeon-Crawling RPG Set in a Parallel Universe

Fate/Extra is a dungeon crawl style Japanese role-playing game developed by Imageepoch and published by Marvelous Entertainment. It was released in Japan in 2010 for the PlayStation Portable, and in North America and Europe in 2011. The game takes place in a parallel universe to the visual novel Fate/stay night, and follows the story of a young man or woman who is summoned to participate in the Holy Grail War, a battle royale between seven Masters and their Servants.

Gameplay

Fate/Extra is a dungeon crawl RPG in which the player explores dungeons, battles monsters, and interacts with other characters. The game’s dungeons are procedurally generated, meaning that they are different every time you play. Players can choose to play as either a male or female character, and must select one of three Servants to fight alongside them: Saber, Archer, or Caster. Each Servant has their own unique strengths and weaknesses, and players must use strategy to choose the right Servant for each battle.

The game’s turn-based battle system is comparable to rock-paper-scissors. Players can choose to attack, break, or guard, and each move is strong against one of the other two. Players must predict their opponent’s move and choose the appropriate counter in order to win.

Story

The story of Fate/Extra takes place in a parallel universe to the visual novel Fate/stay night. In this universe, the Holy Grail War is a battle royale between seven Masters and their Servants. The Masters are all students at the prestigious Moonlit World Academy, and the Servants are powerful beings from history and legend.

The player character is a young man or woman who is summoned to participate in the Holy Grail War. They are given a choice of three Servants to fight alongside them: Saber, Archer, or Caster. The player must then explore the dungeons of Moonlit World Academy, battle monsters, and interact with other characters in order to progress through the story.

Characters

The player character is a young man or woman who is summoned to participate in the Holy Grail War. They are given a choice of three Servants to fight alongside them: Saber, Archer, or Caster.

  • Saber is a female knight who is loyal and honorable. She is a skilled swordsman and can use her Noble Phantasm, Excalibur, to unleash a powerful attack.
  • Archer is a male archer who is冷静 and collected. He is a skilled marksman and can use his Noble Phantasm, Caladbolg, to fire a powerful arrow.
  • Caster is a female mage who is intelligent and cunning. She is a skilled spellcaster and can use her Noble Phantasm, Rule Breaker, to cancel out the effects of other Noble Phantasms.

In addition to the player character and their Servant, there are a number of other characters who play important roles in the story. These characters include:

  • Rin Tohsaka is a Master who is participating in the Holy Grail War. She is a skilled magus and is the owner of the Jeweled Sword Zelretch.
  • Shinji Matou is a Master who is participating in the Holy Grail War. He is a cruel and sadistic individual who is obsessed with winning.
  • Sakura Matou is Shinji’s younger sister. She is a kind and gentle girl who is trapped in a loveless marriage to Shinji.
  • Illyasviel von Einzbern is a young girl who is the overseer of the Holy Grail War. She is a powerful magus and is the daughter of the Einzbern family.

Themes

Fate/Extra explores a number of themes, including:

  • The nature of heroism
  • The cost of power
  • The importance of choice

The game asks players to question what it means to be a hero, and whether or not the pursuit of power is worth the cost. It also explores the importance of choice, and how the choices we make can shape our destiny.

Reception

Fate/Extra received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its dungeon crawling gameplay, its turn-based battle system, and its story. However, the game was also criticized for its repetitive dungeons and its lack of character development.

Overall, Fate/Extra is a solid dungeon crawl RPG with a compelling story and interesting characters. The game’s turn-based battle system is fun and engaging, and the procedurally generated dungeons add a sense of replayability. However, the game’s repetitive dungeons and lack of character development may put some players off.

Review Score

8/10

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Ji-yeong is a passionate gamer and whose love for video games blossomed during her childhood. Growing up in the midwest, without many friends, she spent countless hours exploring the enchanting worlds of classic JRPGs like Final Fantasy and Chrono Trigger, which sparked not only an enduring love for gaming but also a keen insight into its evolving landscape. Today, Ji-yeong channels her deep-seated passion and nostalgia into thoughtful, engaging reviews that resonate with both longtime gamers and newcomers alike. Her unique perspective, rooted in a rich history of gaming, offers readers a heartfelt journey through the pixels and stories that have shaped her love for this dynamic medium. Her favorite game series of all time is Harvest Moon.

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