Riviera: The Promised Land Remaster Breathes New Life into a JRPG Classic

Japanese developer Sting has brought its 2002 role-playing game Riviera: The Promised Land to Steam in a new remaster packed with useful updates. The Promised Land remaster first released on Switch in Japan this February, and then on iOS and the Google Play store with Japanese localization earlier this summer. This new Steam port is the first to offer an English interface with English audio and subtitles.

Uncover the Secrets of the Promised Land in this Beloved JRPG

A Battle Between Angels, Demons, and More

Riviera: The Promised Land is a captivating tale of a battle between angels, demons, and more angels. Players guide the Grim Angel Ein and his cat through turn-based battles and a cast of dateable female protagonists. The game's Steam reviews warn that "if you don't get along with JRPG girls, then you should know you spend a lot of time interacting with the cast." However, players seem to be thrilled with the remaster's numerous improvements, including auto-save, event skips, and adjustable difficulty and gameplay speed.

A Remaster Packed with Quality-of-Life Improvements

The Promised Land remaster promises to deliver an enhanced experience for both new and experienced players. The game's Steam description boasts that "the ease of play has been improved!" and that it's "full of elements that will satisfy everyone." Players have echoed this sentiment, with one reviewer stating, "I'm amazed how really well made this port is. The amount of [quality-of-life] improvements from the GBA version are insane." Another player noted, "I am pleasantly surprised by how many additions have been made. The battle UI shows more pertinent information at all times and being able to speed up battles is a welcome addition."

Dive into a Beloved JRPG Classic

Riviera: The Promised Land may be a 22-year-old game, but now is the perfect time to experience this JRPG classic. The remaster is currently available on Steam at a 20 percent discount until July 30, making it an affordable and accessible way to explore this long-running JRPG story. As one reviewer noted, the game is "about 80-90% complete" and finally coming to an end, making it a must-play for fans of the genre.