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By Mark Raby
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Solid role-playing game is creative and fun.
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Rune Factory: Tides of Destiny
What's It About?
In RUNE FACTORY: TIDES OF DESTINY, players must figure out the mystery behind a curse that has plagued two villagers. Along the way, they travel to all sorts of unique and interesting islands while battling enemy creatures that block the path. In addition to battling, players can explore the various lands and villages to discover secret treasures and gifts. The straightforward story leads players to a final boss creature that must be defeated to solve the mystery.
Is It Any Good?
Rune Factory: Tides of Destiny is a standard, cookie cutter role-playing game. With a cute, cartoony aesthetic, a story about solving a fantastical mystery, and a battle system that involves customizing weapons and strategy, this is a competent RPG that fans of the Rune Factory series will have no trouble enjoying. It does little to stand out and differentiate itself from other titles, but anyone who wants a solid RPG should be able to appreciate this game.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the combat in this game. How does this violence differ from other games?
When have you been faced with tough situations?
How easy is it to make new friends in this game and does it mirror your experience in real life?
Game Details
- Platforms : Nintendo Wii , PlayStation 3
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- Available online? : Not available online
- Publisher : Natsume
- Release date : October 11, 2011
- Genre : Role-Playing
- Topics : Fantasy ( Magic )
- ESRB rating :
- Last updated : October 1, 2025
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