Game Details
| Size | 546 MB |
| Region | USA |
| Genre | RPG |
| Format | 7z /ISO |
| Release Year | May 25, 2010 |
| Console | PlayStation Portable (PSP) |
Hexyz Force (2009) is often called the “polite” RPG. Developed by Sting (the studio usually known for experimental, overly complex games like Knights in the Nightmare), this title was a deliberate pivot toward a more accessible, traditional, and streamlined JRPG experience.
The Dual Protagonist System
You must choose between two characters at the start. Their stories take place simultaneously, occasionally crossing paths, but featuring different parties and perspectives:
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Levant: A serious elite knight from the Rosenbaum Kingdom. His story is a darker, more political tale involving war, rebellion, and “Halbmen” (demi-humans).
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Cecilia: A lazy, food-loving cleric from a holy temple. Her story is much more lighthearted and focused on a classic quest to find sacred Monoliths.
📝 Game Description
The world of Berge is split into “Lustrous Berge” (eternal light) and “Dark Berge” (eternal night). As the Hour of Judgment approaches, the world must decide if it will follow the path of Creation or Destruction.
Key Mechanics:
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Ragnafacts & Spiritfacts: Instead of buying swords at a shop, characters use Ragnafacts (divine weapons) that use RP (Ragna Points) for skills. You also craft Spiritfacts, which are consumable weapons with limited durability that break after use.
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Hexyz Charge: A combo system based on “Aspects” (elements). By using skills in a specific color order (Pearl → Cerulean → Crimson), you build a damage multiplier that can make your party incredibly powerful.
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The “Turbo” Button: One of its best features is the ability to hold the R Button to double the speed of everything—walking, cutscenes, and battle animations. It makes the “grind” feel non-existent.
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Force Points (FP): Battles grant FP instead of just gold. You use this currency for everything: upgrading your weapons, healing your party at save points, and crafting new gear.
⭐ Short Review: The “Comfort Food” RPG
The Good
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Incredibly Respectful of Your Time: Between the “Turbo” button, the visible enemies on the map, and the ability to heal anywhere using FP, this is one of the smoothest-playing RPGs on the handheld.
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Beautiful Presentation: It features high-quality anime FMVs and clean 3D character models that look great on the PSP screen. The soundtrack is also surprisingly varied, with different battle themes for each protagonist.
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Low Barrier to Entry: Unlike other Sting games, you don’t need a 50-page manual to understand the mechanics. It’s “pick up and play” in the best way.
The Bad
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Low Difficulty: For veteran RPG players, the game is notoriously easy. You can often mash the “Confirm” button through most encounters without much strategy.
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Repetitive Environments: Because you visit the same locations across both stories, playing them back-to-back can feel a bit monotonous—especially the “Tower of Judgment” which serves as a recurring hub.
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Cliche Story: It hits every JRPG trope in the book: the chosen one, the ancient goddess, the evil empire, and the “power of friendship.”
Verdict: Hexyz Force is the perfect “palate cleanser.” It doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel; it just makes the wheel run really, really fast. It’s a top-tier choice for a relaxing handheld adventure.
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