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Yo-Kai Watch 3 - Famitsu review details
Famitsu review - 10/9/9/9
Reviewer 1 – 10
The game doesn’t stop at adding new elements like a typical sequel would, since it completely changes elements of the setting and battle system pillars, and playing feels fresh. The story unfolds with the perspectives of two main characters, Nathan in USA and Inaho in Japan, and it is also unique and interesting. The game is packed with various gameplay, like “Dream Link” and “My Nyan creation”, so it is surely worth playing, too. Overall the game is carefully made and direction is also well made, lively and pleasant.
Reviewer 2 – 9
“American Yo-kai” appear, so Yo-kai with a new flavor have been added. In addition, the story feels fresh as it progresses from the viewpoints of two protagonists and you want to quickly see what’s coming ahead. It feels like the battle system has become somewhat complex due to “tactics medal board” when compared to previous entries, but it is good that you can freely use various tactics when moving Yo-kai. Byroad has also been tightly packed with fun elements, like varied mini-games, so that is very satisfying.
Reviewer 3 – 9
New maps in USA and Japan are large and the exploration is full of fresh discoveries. Familiar elements have turned into USA style, and it is good that you can progress in the two stories side by side while pursuing mysteries. I wish there was other summary than just the objective when stories are switched. Battles that have turned into a board form inherit the traditional pleasant engagement while also adding more strategy with things like battle formations and evasion due to placement. Still that plays intuitively.