![]() ![]() Even though this style of delivery may not be for everyone, I found it quite refreshing seeing as overly serious tones are quite common in most JRPGs. Abuse by way of literally shooting up your companions or making underlings work for next to nothing (poor Prinnies) is not an uncommon sight to behold. While it may sound like a dire situation indeed, your cohorts often approach and react to most situations in a slapstick sort of way. In the case of Disgaea 5, a band of Overlords unite in hopes of defeating Void Dark, a being that has his sights on establishing dominion over all Netherworlds. They are quite powerful in comparison to your average demon, whether that be with the help of brute strength, superior intellect, or undeniable charm. These Netherworlds are generally governed by a single Overlord that rules with an iron fist. The story of Disgaea 5 spans across multiple Netherworlds, which are essentially Demon-infested planets that recur in every title in the series. Let’s go ahead and get what I found to be the worst aspect of Disgaea 5 out of the way, but it’s only because everything else is superb in comparison. That said, this review will primarily cater towards newcomers to the franchise rather than informing veterans of new content to be had in the latest entry into the series. As a final note, keep in mind that I’m the furthest from an expert on the Disgaea series as a whole, with my experience primarily stemming from this entry and some minor toe-dipping into the first couple of games. ![]() ![]() While it isn’t entirely without faults, its positives easily outweigh the negatives in the long run. Therefore, I must admit that I was pleasantly surprised by Disgaea 5 when I finally decided to give it a shot. It just seemed like the most obvious path of tactical RPG progression, but have always been a bit hesitant due to Disgaea’s clearly defined, anime-infused art style.In addition, the over-the-top silliness that I heard was iconic to the series was a huge departure from the dark, realistic tones portrayed by the likes of Final Fantasy Tactics and Tactics Ogre. The Disgaea franchise is something that has always interested me, considering I’ve invested at least a few hundred hours into another tactical RPG, Final Fantasy Tactics, over the past two decades. ![]()
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