The Rising of the Shield Hero : Relive The Animation
Released Sep 2019
Based on the work of Aneko Yusagi, the popular anime "The Rising of the Shield Hero" makes its RPG debut! Not only can you relive memorable scenes from the anime, but you can experience the battle system used by Naofumi, a hero who specializes in defense.
76% positive · 284 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
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Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Evaluation
The Rising of the Shield Hero: Relive The Animation launched on September 23, 2019 as a self-contained RPG adaptation of the anime series. The store description presents it as a complete, finished product — a single-player RPG retelling the story of the anime with no mention of expansions, DLC, seasons, or any planned post-launch content. No DLC has been listed on the store. The developer (KADOKAWA CORPORATION) has posted no news or updates since launch, which is consistent with this being a one-time, complete release. The game shipped as a finished product with no post-launch content cycle.
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Store description presents a fully featured, self-contained RPG adaptation of the anime with no mention of DLC, expansions, or future content plans.
No DLC listings found; game appears to have launched and remained as a single complete package.
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Details
Developer
Publisher
Gotcha Gotcha Games
Achievements
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Platform
Windows
Controller
partial support
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player
About this game
Based on the work of Aneko Yusagi, the popular anime "The Rising of the Shield Hero" makes its RPG debut!
Not only can you relive memorable scenes from the anime, but you can experience the battle system used by Naofumi, a hero who specializes in defense. Faithful to The Rising of the Shield Hero, you can also become a traveling merchant, conducting business throughout the vast lands of Melromarc.
BGM that can be used in the Maker series is included as a bonus with your purchase.
There are eight songs in all, penned by composer Yuka Tsujiyoko. These tracks are completely original works written for this game and you'll hear them everywhere--from battle to various maps.
Note: These bonus tracks can be found in the same folder the game is installed in.
Please use them according to the user agreement.
▼A full-on 2D RPG made with RPG Maker MV
An authentic RPG driven by RPG Maker MV.
Whether you're a fan of the show or RPGs, this game will not disappoint!
▼Features over 700 cels from the anime!
The game is packed with moving 2D pixel sprites of the characters as well as over 700 cels from the anime!
▼Immersive battle system
The battle system makes use of the Shield Hero's various abilities and talents such as "Vigilance" which lets you see where the enemy is aiming, "Seize" which traps enemies who gun for you, and "Protect" which you use to guard allies.
There's also a robust leveling system where you can infuse your shield with items you obtain to learn new skills.
▼Become a merchant and travel across the vast lands of Melromarc!
Every city and town in the anime has been recreated so you can explore Melromarc in its entirety.
This game offers much more than just the story and battles. Discover materials along your journey to craft items that can be sold as a "Traveling Merchant". The actions you take as a player also affect how various NPCs throughout the world will react to your "Reputation Points". These systems and more make the world of The Rising of the Shield Hero come to life!
Not only can you relive memorable scenes from the anime, but you can experience the battle system used by Naofumi, a hero who specializes in defense. Faithful to The Rising of the Shield Hero, you can also become a traveling merchant, conducting business throughout the vast lands of Melromarc.
BGM that can be used in the Maker series is included as a bonus with your purchase.
There are eight songs in all, penned by composer Yuka Tsujiyoko. These tracks are completely original works written for this game and you'll hear them everywhere--from battle to various maps.
Note: These bonus tracks can be found in the same folder the game is installed in.
Please use them according to the user agreement.
▼A full-on 2D RPG made with RPG Maker MV
An authentic RPG driven by RPG Maker MV.
Whether you're a fan of the show or RPGs, this game will not disappoint!
▼Features over 700 cels from the anime!
The game is packed with moving 2D pixel sprites of the characters as well as over 700 cels from the anime!
▼Immersive battle system
The battle system makes use of the Shield Hero's various abilities and talents such as "Vigilance" which lets you see where the enemy is aiming, "Seize" which traps enemies who gun for you, and "Protect" which you use to guard allies.
There's also a robust leveling system where you can infuse your shield with items you obtain to learn new skills.
▼Become a merchant and travel across the vast lands of Melromarc!
Every city and town in the anime has been recreated so you can explore Melromarc in its entirety.
This game offers much more than just the story and battles. Discover materials along your journey to craft items that can be sold as a "Traveling Merchant". The actions you take as a player also affect how various NPCs throughout the world will react to your "Reputation Points". These systems and more make the world of The Rising of the Shield Hero come to life!
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