Granblue Fantasy: Relink

Granblue Fantasy: Relink is an action JRPG set in the world of the popular mobile game Granblue Fantasy, offering on PlayStation 5 a fast-paced combat system with combos, special abilities, and flashy full-party finishing attacks. The player travels on a flying ship between islands floating in the sky and, together with a band of mercenaries, fights enemies and massive bosses, with co-op play for up to three additional players being a key part of the experience. Choosing a character from the rich roster of available heroes, each with a distinct set of abilities and their own special-attack gauge, gives combat plenty of room for experimentation and personal playstyle, and characters can be freely swapped between expeditions and have their skill trees developed using gathered materials and experience points.

Visually the game combines an anime style with richly animated attacks and colorful environments, which on PS5 stands out thanks to stable framerates even in hectic battles with many enemies and effects on screen at once. The orchestral music supports well the epic tone of a story about friendship and adventure among the sky islands drifting in an eternal sky, and it also accompanies long post-game battles with the toughest bosses, which require well-coordinated teamwork, well-executed dodging, and a deep understanding of the combat mechanics.

After years of delays and several renamings during development, Relink was warmly received at launch, largely thanks to its satisfying combat system and post-game content that entices players to keep playing with friends long after finishing the main story. Today the title is valued as one of the most accessible entry points into the world of Granblue Fantasy for players outside Japan, and as an example of how a long-running mobile IP with a rich history can be successfully converted into a full-fledged console game.

Why play it: For players looking for satisfying action combat and hours of content to enjoy with friends — one of the most accessible entry points into the world of Granblue Fantasy outside Japan.