Ys Memories: Oath in Felghana, a revitalized entry in the acclaimed Ys series, arrives on PS5 and Nintendo Switch. This isn't just a port; it's a remake of Ys: The Oath in Felghana (itself a reimagining of the 1989 classic, Ys III: Wanderers from Ys), offering a refined narrative experience within a connected storyline.

Few games undergo such a complete overhaul, rebuilt from the ground up to enhance storytelling. Unlike the original Ys III's side-scrolling format, Oath in Felghana presents an action RPG with dynamic camera angles adapting to the gameplay context.

Completion Time for Ys Memories: Oath in Felghana

Nihon Falcom's Ys franchise consistently delivers high-quality titles, but Oath in Felghana doesn't demand an extensive time commitment. Playtime varies significantly based on factors like difficulty level.

A standard first playthrough on normal difficulty, including exploration and combat encounters, averages approximately 12 hours. This includes potential boss fight retries and combat grinding. However, players prioritizing the main storyline and minimizing side quests and optional battles can complete the game in under 10 hours. Conversely, thorough exploration will extend playtime. The game strikes a balance, offering a satisfying narrative without excessive length. This justifies its lower price point compared to AAA titles, despite its high quality.

Skipping dialogue is possible to save time, but this is discouraged for first-time players who value the story.

The game features substantial optional content, primarily side quests. Some later quests require revisiting earlier areas with newly acquired abilities, adding roughly 3 hours to the average playtime (15 hours total). Multiple difficulty settings and a New Game+ mode provide replayability and increased challenge, potentially adding another 5 hours for a comprehensive experience (20 hours).