J-rock and J-pop royalty come together for the very best theme songs from the Tales series.
It’s a vast series that caters to many tastes, so where does your favorite rank?
All release dates listed reference the North American launch, not the Japanese launch.
Despite its initial success, the game was shut down in 2018.
The games combat system centered around linking matching characters based on their elemental affinities.
You could enhance your team through boosts, upgrades, and by acquiring new characters.
You could grind for your pulls, but Tales of Link encouraged microtransactions.
Upon its closure, fans could purchase a limited-time Soundtrack CD and Memorial Artbook.
Unlike typical gacha games, Tales of Luminaria made all 21 characters playable immediately after completing the tutorial.
Instead of pulling for characters, you rolled for weapons, costumes, and materials to level up characters.
This approach set it apart from other mobile RPGs but was not enough to maintain a long-term player base.
It indeed looked top-notch, especially compared to the chibi-style of Tales of Link.
But like Tales of Link, Tales of Rays was celebrated for its many, unique character skins.
Tales of Rays’s global servers were closed in 2018, though the Japanese servers lasted until 2024.
Unfortunately, this was a game that didnt live up to its presentation.
These Tales Of games deserve to be played worldwide.
One notable downside is the inclusion of old-school random battles, which can be jarring for modern players.
Legendia’s music and graphics are unique within the Tales of series, which was off-putting for many fans.
Legendia is split into two major gameplay segments: the main story and the character stories.
This structure allows for deep character exploration and ultimately has significant implications for the world’s future.
Eternia showcased attractive visuals that translated well to the PSP, maintaining its charm over the years.
