Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore (2020)
Game Description:
In Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore, players dive into a vibrant world where Tokyo's entertainment industry is under siege by malevolent entities known as Mirages. These rogue spirits feed on creativity, threatening the city's artistic essence. Players join a group of aspiring idols and performers who harness the power of iconic Fire Emblem characters to combat this threat. Engage in strategic, turn-based battles that blend elements from Fire Emblem and Shin Megami Tensei, utilizing creative skills and crafting powerful weapons. Explore dungeons inspired by the entertainment world, uncovering secrets and enjoying captivating musical performances. This enhanced version, released in 2020, offers new content and features, ensuring an unforgettable journey through a world where creativity is the ultimate weapon.
Game Details
Platforms:
Nintendo Switch
Genres:
Music, Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
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ESRB Age Rating Summary:
Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore is rated T for Teen by the ESRB with Fantasy Violence, Language, Suggestive Themes, and Use of Alcohol. This is a role-playing game in which players assume the role of a high-school student who solves a mystery while helping his friend become a pop idol. As players explore dungeon-like environments, they engage in turn-based battles with fantastical enemies known as Mirages. Characters take turns selecting moves from a menu in order to use arrows, spears, swords, and magic attacks to defeat enemies. Battles are highlighted by yells, impact sounds, and light effects. Some female characters are depicted wearing low-cut clothing that reveals large amounts of cleavage; a handful of cutscenes contain brief close-ups of characters' cleavage. Characters occasionally engage in suggestive dialogue (e.g., “I need no praise from some disappointing 3D girl with a 2D chest!”). In a handful of scenes, a character is depicted drunk and hungover (e.g., dry-heaving sounds, slurred speech); players are to tasked with finding a hangover remedy for her. The word “sh*t” appears in the dialogue.
Content Warnings:
Fantasy Violence, Language, Suggestive Themes, Use of Alcohol
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Parental Notes
While many parents praise the gameplay experience, they caution that Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore contains elements that may not be suitable for younger kids. The game features mild profanity, including the word “sh*t,” and the violence is mostly fantasy-based, with turn-based battles against fantastical enemies. Some parents express concern over suggestive themes, as certain female characters wear revealing outfits, and there are instances of suggestive dialogue. Additionally, the game includes scenes depicting alcohol use, with a character shown drunk and hungover. Many parents recommend this game for teens 13 and older due to these mature themes.
Why Your Kid Might Like Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore
Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore offers a unique blend of music, strategy, and adventure that resonates with teens. The game's vibrant setting in Tokyo's entertainment industry, combined with its engaging storyline, draws players into a world where creativity is key. Teens enjoy the strategic, turn-based battles that require them to think critically and use their favorite Fire Emblem characters in new ways. The fusion of elements from Fire Emblem and Shin Megami Tensei provides a fresh experience, keeping players engaged as they navigate through dungeons and face off against Mirages.
The enhanced 2020 version introduces new content and features, making the game even more appealing. Teens appreciate the opportunity to explore dungeons inspired by the entertainment world, uncovering secrets and enjoying captivating musical performances. The game's focus on creativity and artistic expression resonates with players who are passionate about music and performance. With its combination of strategy, music, and a compelling narrative, Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore offers an enjoyable experience for those who appreciate a mix of RPG elements and a vibrant, artistic setting.