Summary
SINoALICE[a] was a role-playing video game developed by Pokelabo for Android and iOS.[1] The game was directed by Yoko Taro, better known for his work in the NieR and Drakengard series. The game was released in Japan by Square Enix in June 2017, and worldwide by Pokelabo in July 2020.[2][3][4]
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| Developer(s) | Pokelabo |
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| Director(s) | Yoko Taro |
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| Designer(s) | Ryoki Matsuo |
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| Platform(s) | Android, iOS |
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| Genre(s) | Role-playing game |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
The global version of the game shut down its servers in November 2023,[5] while the Japanese servers on DMM.com were shut down in December 2023, and the mobile servers shut down in January 2024.[6]
Plot edit
In a world called Library filled with countless stories, the Characters within each story wish to revive their author for their desired future. To do so, they work together to gather inochi and fight the Nightmares that devour stories, knowing they will inevitably have to kill each other to get their wish.
Development edit
The game was originally supposed to be published by Nexon outside of Japan but was delayed indefinitely due to localisation reasons.[7] The game's publishing was then handed over to Pokelabo.[8] The game's soundtrack was scored by Keiichi Okabe, Keigo Hoashi, and Shotaro Seo.[9]
Reception edit
| Aggregator | Score |
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| Metacritic | 58/100[10] |
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| Hardcore Droid |    [11] |
The game received a "mixed or average" rating according to review aggregator Metacritic.[10]
Hardcore Droid said that "Amazing visuals and audio can’t make up for the stale story lines and over-complicated class system. However, the wave style combat mode saves the day with its unique monsters and stylish attacks."[11]
Manga adaptation edit
A manga adaptation, illustrated by himiko, started serialization on the MangaUp! service in 2019. In July 2021, Square Enix announced they had licensed the manga for English publication.[12] The manga ended with the release of its sixth volume on January 6, 2024.[6]
Notes edit
References edit
- ^ "Square Enix and Yoko Taro announce SINoALICE for smartphones - Gematsu". Gematsu. 2017-02-16. Archived from the original on 2017-02-16. Retrieved 2017-03-25.
- ^ "SINoALICE launches June 6 in Japan". Gematsu. 2017-05-23. Archived from the original on 2020-11-28. Retrieved 2017-05-26.
- ^ Madnani, Mikhail (23 March 2020). "'SINoALICE' from Square Enix Finally Has a New Global Release Date". Touch Arcade. Archived from the original on 17 October 2020. Retrieved 2 July 2020.
- ^ "SINoALICE Smartphone Game Opens Pre-Registration Worldwide". Anime News Network. Archived from the original on 2020-05-29. Retrieved 2020-05-23.
- ^ Luster, Joseph (September 1, 2023). "SINoALICE Mobile Game's Global Version Sets End of Service Date". Crunchyroll. Retrieved September 1, 2023.
- ^ a b Cayanan, Joanna (January 6, 2024). "SINoALICE Game Ends Service in Japan; Manga Also Ends in 6th Volume". Anime News Network. Retrieved October 26, 2023.
- ^ Madnani, Mikhail (16 July 2019). "'SINoALICE' From Nexon Was Set to Release This Week but It Has Been Indefinitely Delayed". Touch Arcade. Archived from the original on 16 July 2019. Retrieved 11 August 2019.
- ^ "SinoAlice". www.facebook.com. Archived from the original on 2023-07-03. Retrieved 2020-07-02.
- ^ Gann, Patrick. "SINoALICE OST". RPGFan. Archived from the original on 11 August 2019. Retrieved 11 August 2019.
- ^ a b "SINoALICE for iOS Reviews". Metacritic. Archived from the original on 2022-04-18. Retrieved 2020-11-21.
- ^ a b Benson, Brandy (July 21, 2020). "SINoALICE Review". Hardcore Droid. Archived from the original on September 24, 2021. Retrieved June 5, 2022.
- ^ Mateo, Alex (July 26, 2021). "Square Enix Manga & Books Licenses SINoALICE and My Happy Marriage Manga". Anime News Network. Archived from the original on July 26, 2021. Retrieved July 26, 2021.
External links edit
- Official website