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Testseek.co.uk have collected 29 expert reviews of the Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift and the average rating is 80%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift.
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July 2008
 
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The editors liked

  • Easy to drop in and drop out
  • Simple interface is easy to learn
  • Using tactics actually pays off
  • Oddly engaging
  • Plethora of jobs to explore
  • Battles offer plenty of variety
  • Never feels punishing

The editors didn't like

  • Battle screen too small for decent stylus control
  • Battles can become repetitive
  • Clunky shop system
  • Character customization too basic
  • Not much of a graphical upgrade
  • Normal mode can be too easy
  • Lifeless story and characters

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  Published: 2008-07-30, Author: Greg , review by: nintendoworldreport.com

  • Abstract:  Get a crash course in turn-based strategy courtesy of Square-Enix. As a successor to the Square-Enix series of tactical RPGs, Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift once again incorporates extensive character-building and customisation element...

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  Published: 2008-07-29, review by: atomicgamer.com

  • Abstract:  Whooo! Final Fantasy Tactics A2 is here and its time to party! Combat party that is. Get ready because if theres any handheld title on the shelves this summer thats likely to give you a serious case of DS elbow, this is it. Final Fantasy Tactics A2...

 
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  Published: 2008-07-10, review by: gwn.com

  • Wonderful gameplay and connections to past Final Fantasy titles.
  • The tedious storyline and long battles drag after a while.
  • Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift is an excellent game by all merits. Fans of the series will have much to be pleased about with the refined battle system, new jobs to explore, and a clan system that is downright superb. While the story is...

 
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  Published: 2008-07-08, review by: gameplaymonthly.com

  • Abstract:  Square Enix If youre a fan of the “Final Fantasy” series, by now youve probably noticed that each of the main games is placed in different worlds. However, back when the twelfth chapter was released, players could recognize the world of...

 
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  Published: 2008-07-03, review by: gamezone.com

  • Abstract:  One of the most enjoyable and charming Final Fantasy games to come out on the Nintendo DS; Final Fantasy Tactics A2 is one of those games that does justice to the genre as well as the franchise. There are things that I wish the game included as well as...

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  Published: 2008-07-01, review by: 1up.com

  • Abstract:  It's been years since onetime Final Fantasy Tactics series director Yasumi Matsuno (Vagrant Story and Final Fantasy XII) helmed the original Tactics, blending chesslike game mechanics with Final Fantasy fan service -- and his absence shows. In the 10 y...

 
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  Published: 2008-06-24, review by: gamepro.com

  • Abstract:  Square Enix strikes again with another addictive tactical RPG: Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift for the Nintendo DS!

 
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  Published: 2008-06-20, review by: ign.com

  • Abstract:  Final Fantasy Tactics was the ultimate turn-based strategy game when it was released on the original PlayStation back in 1998. Fans had to wait over five years for its follow-up, Final Fantasy Tactics Advance on the GBA. While it still offered a deep s...

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  Published: 2008-06-20, review by: gamespot.com

  • Great presentation, Good musical score, Plenty of depth.
  • Excessively long battles with little payoff, Weak stylus controls, Restrictive battle rules.
  • Grimoire of the Rift returns you to Ivalice for a gratifying but tired tactical strategy romp. ...

 
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  Published: 2008-06-20, Author: Shiva , review by: cnet.com

  • Abstract:  Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift is the Nintendo DS sequel to the Game Boy Advances Final Fantasy Tactics Advance. Grimoire is a strategy role-playing game that has inherited many of the franchises characteristics, including the classic...

 
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