What happens when you mix Norse mythology, fairy tales and fantasy If you add a dash of humor and a lot of creativity and give the mix a big shake, you might just end up with Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir.

Today, we've got a special treat for you kids. We'll be telling the story of Odin Sphere Leifthrasir for all of you that missed the Odin Sphere story time. You can all thank little Alice for picking this one out. Now, how about we quiet down and let her begin reading this wondrous tale?

Fairy tales are rarely complex, but from their simplicity grows profound truths that resonate with both young and old. Odin Sphere Leithrasir tells five such tales, all intertwined into an overarching volume, each story glowing with heartwarming sincerity and clarity.

Beautiful; fluid visuals; Loaded with details sure to make you smile; Simple; satisfying fairy tale story; Exciting and vibrant combat

Can't combine old combat system with new presentation; Repetition and limited inventory can drag things down

Having never owned a PlayStation 2, I had a ton of catching up to do when I finally got a PlayStation 3 and discovered PS2 classics. Heck, two of my favourite games of all time -- Persona 4 and Final

Stunning visuals; Sublime combat; Memorable story and characters; Original game with upgraded visuals included

Repetitive stages across characters; Some slow down on Vita under extreme conditions

If you played Odin Sphere on PS2 and are curious about some of the specific changes, these are the most significant alterations. It isn't a comprehensive list, but these tweaks improved the experience the most for me.

Gamers who don't connect with the story may find the experience too repetitive and overlong, but those who love 2D brawlers and these colorful characters will find a lot to love in Odin Sphere Leifthrasir.

Right from the beginning prologue, where I saw the bear-skinned berserker fighting the armored horse knight, I knew I was going to love this game. A very long, story-driven 2D action game with heavy RPG elements and a Norse/anime visual style!? Yes! Yes! Yes! Every kind of yes!

Gorgeous 2D hand-drawn art style; Choice of classic or upgraded gameplay; Tons of content

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