Hyperdimension Neptunia: Video Game Analysis

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It’s too common to see a video game release that takes itself too seriously. When things are taken too seriously and fun is removed from the grand scheme of things, you are left with an industry that recycles old game concepts and does little to introduce fresh ideas to reinvigorate the industry. Every so often a title comes along that turns the gaming world on its head through means of great humor and original conceptual design. Hyperdimension Neptunia is that kind of game.

Taking place in a realm known as GameIndustri, Neptunia makes fun of the home console war and this clever idea creates a pathway for a title to have limitless potential. The idea behind Hyperdimension Neptunia’s main story is brilliant, clever, and has all the elements to make it rich and entertaining, but the way it is told negates some of those positive attributes and the delivery instead comes off more dry than one would have anticipated from the initial vibe the game conveys. Tranquil character portraits tell the story and there are many circumstances of long, drawn-out dialogue sequences that get are borderline boring.

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Players seize control of Neptune – a Sega inspired character based on the concept of a Sega 32X and Genesis/MegaDrive combo system that never saw release – whom happens to be one of the console goddess that looks over the human word. After commencing in battle with her three sisters, Neptune is exiled to the human world where she awakes with amnesia. Upon her reawakening, Neptune is told by a mysterious voice that she must travel the human world’s four realms: Planeptune, Leanbox, Lowee, and Lastation to collect key fragments and bring about a revolution in GameIndustri.

As you can tell based on the realms’ names, t...

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... that bounce about in the game and that will make some gamers happy. Hyperdimension Neptunia is a lengthy journey that has plenty of side-quests to take on even after completing the main quest. It will take the average RPG gamer around 30hrs to complete if you mix in some side-quests along with the main game’s missions.

If you enjoyed Trinity Universe even a little bit, then Hyperdimension Neptunia is something that’s worth checking out. It has some odd design choices like the complicated item system, but combat remains deep and fun for those willing to invest the time. The story has an intriguing concept but the narration fails to keep it interesting throughout the entire adventure. For the crowd the game is appealing to, it’ll be a worthwhile investment, but the typical RPG gamer may want to rent it first and test the waters before committing to a full purchase.

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