Review: Voice of Cards: The Forsaken Maiden (PS4) - The reworked RPG is largely the same

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Voice of Cards: The Forsaken Maiden, it's a bit like playing a table game with a slightly modified deck; There are some notable differences, but you always play the same thing. This follow-up by The Isle Dragon Roars is extremely similar for the most part - including its flaws - but small gameplay changes and a new story just do enough to give fans a new hand.

Although apparently located in the same world, this game tells its own story. A small group of islands is protected by girls, in charge of an island each. You play a definite man to navigate the seas, but his mute Laty companion is intended to be the girl of his native island. Unable to take office, the couple begins to explore the archipelago, seeking the help of other girls so that it can fulfill its role.

This configuration allows light modifications to the formula. The fight is almost identical, but powerful synergy movements can be used when a girl and his counterpart are at stake. These cost a lot of gems to use, but are therefore strong enough. Explore the world is a little more structured; Free waters may look great while you sail on the hero vessel, but the areas are closed until you progress in history. The story is itself delivered differently, each island and girl offering his own stories as part of a wider scenario.

There are other small differences; Some equipment is more readily available, you gain gold faster and fun change changes occur in parallel with history. The narrator is also different, which is perhaps the most noticeable difference. All subtle changes are added to a nice RPG, but finally very familiar. If you enjoyed the first, it's more than that with some simple twists - a harmless and easy-to-use RPG to relax.

• Even excellent card-based presentation
• Nice story
• Simple but fun fight
• Pleasant and light soundtrack

• Small gameplay improvements

• Could do more to stand up alone

• Very slow rhythm
• Move in new areas can be tedious

Good 7/10

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