FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake

Item: FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake
Rating: 57
Author: VaporLens

Last updated: 2026-01-21

Summary

Faithful and polished remake experience
Stunning visual and audio upgrades
Dual-campaign storytelling enhances depth
Poor 3D modernization efforts
Outdated and monotonous gameplay mechanics
Clunky UI and frustrating menus

Emotions

Frustration26%Disappointment19%Satisfaction13%Nostalgia11%Excitement4%

Sample precision
Helpful reviews: 68%
Unhelpful reviews: 32%
Protest reviews: 0%

57%
Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
43%
Helpful reviews with negative sentiment

Positive points: 371
Negative points: 377
Gameplay points: 366
Perf. points: 71
Rec. points: 79
Misc points: 13

Point	Description	Importance
Faithful and polished remake Description The remake retains the essence of the original SNES/DS versions while improving visuals, controls, and quality-of-life features. It is widely regarded as a respectful and well-executed revival of a classic tactical RPG. Importance 96%	The remake retains the essence of the original SNES/DS versions while improving visuals, controls, and quality-of-life features. It is widely regarded as a respectful and well-executed revival of a classic tactical RPG.	96%
Visual and audio upgrades Description The remake features improved 3D models, detailed mech designs, revamped soundtracks, and immersive sound effects. The art style and music are frequently highlighted as standout elements. Importance 90%	The remake features improved 3D models, detailed mech designs, revamped soundtracks, and immersive sound effects. The art style and music are frequently highlighted as standout elements.	90%
Dual-campaign storytelling Description The game features two distinct campaigns (OCU and UCS) with opposing perspectives that intersect, adding narrative depth and replayability. The politically grounded story is praised for its mature tone and engaging twists. Importance 75%	The game features two distinct campaigns (OCU and UCS) with opposing perspectives that intersect, adding narrative depth and replayability. The politically grounded story is praised for its mature tone and engaging twists.	75%
High replayability and content Description With 60+ missions, New Game+ modes, hidden secrets, and extensive customization, the game offers significant replay value. Players report 30+ hours of gameplay per campaign and high engagement due to varied builds and strategies. Importance 75%	With 60+ missions, New Game+ modes, hidden secrets, and extensive customization, the game offers significant replay value. Players report 30+ hours of gameplay per campaign and high engagement due to varied builds and strategies.	75%
Engaging story and lore Description The narrative is described as dark, politically intricate, and well-written, with rich character development and Front Mission universe lore. The dual-campaign structure enhances immersion and replayability. Importance 72%	The narrative is described as dark, politically intricate, and well-written, with rich character development and Front Mission universe lore. The dual-campaign structure enhances immersion and replayability.	72%
Technical performance and accessibility Description The game runs smoothly on low-end hardware, supports ultrawide monitors, and offers customizable controls. It is praised for its stability, 120 FPS support, and compatibility with Steam Deck. Importance 70%	The game runs smoothly on low-end hardware, supports ultrawide monitors, and offers customizable controls. It is praised for its stability, 120 FPS support, and compatibility with Steam Deck.	70%
Value for money Description The game is considered a great value due to its length, content, and quality, even at full price. Sales make it an exceptional deal for fans of tactical RPGs or mecha games. Importance 65%	The game is considered a great value due to its length, content, and quality, even at full price. Sales make it an exceptional deal for fans of tactical RPGs or mecha games.	65%
Nostalgic appeal Description The remake successfully evokes nostalgia for fans of the original while introducing the series to new players. Its classic gameplay systems and faithful recreation are widely appreciated. Importance 37%	The remake successfully evokes nostalgia for fans of the original while introducing the series to new players. Its classic gameplay systems and faithful recreation are widely appreciated.	37%
Modern quality-of-life improvements Description The remake includes features like save slots during battles, animation toggles, difficulty settings, and dual soundtrack options. These updates modernize the experience without compromising the classic feel. Importance 14%	The remake includes features like save slots during battles, animation toggles, difficulty settings, and dual soundtrack options. These updates modernize the experience without compromising the classic feel.	14%
Active post-launch support Description Developers have added free content, including new missions, PvP multiplayer, and language options. This ongoing support extends the game's lifespan and value. Importance 7%	Developers have added free content, including new missions, PvP multiplayer, and language options. This ongoing support extends the game's lifespan and value.	7%

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