Cygames' console ambitions have steadily grown out of the runaway success of its Granblue Fantasy mobile franchise.
The original mobile title launched in 2014 and spawned several spin-offs; notably Granblue Fantasy Versus, developed by Arc System Works and released in 2020, established the IP's presence in the fighting-game space.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink, ultimately developed in-house by Cygames after an earlier plan to partner with PlatinumGames, arrived as the studio's high-profile action-RPG effort for consoles and PC in 2023.
Endless Ragnarok, a post-launch expansion, further builds on that foundation.
Overview and narrative
Endless Ragnarok continues Relink’s anime-inspired high-seas sky-faring story.
The expansion drops the Grandcypher crew into the Zegagrande Skydom after a crash, and spins a compact, action-driven rescue plot with familiar characters and recap “Fate Episodes” for newcomers.
The reviewer found the story approachable for players with limited Granblue background while noting it accelerates into higher-stakes beats as the campaign progresses.
Combat, progression and structure
Relink’s core loop blends hunting-game structure with character-action design.
The reviewer reported that every playable character controls distinctly, each featuring unique move sets and dual skill trees that expand with progression.
The game’s gear and sigil systems provide incremental stat boosts and passive effects, while weapon crafting and level caps create ongoing upgrade goals tied into skill-tree unlocks.
Squad play remains central: missions encourage four-character team composition whether playing solo or online, and post-game progression leans heavily on material farming.
Endless Ragnarok integrates post-launch DLC characters as unlockable options via in-game currency called Crewmate Cards, and introduces six additional characters.
According to the review, some of these additions can strongly affect campaign balance when used early, but they also offer meaningful replay incentives.
New modes and quality-of-life
Endless Ragnarok adds the Conflux, a single-player roguelike loop where players run short combat encounters to obtain upgrade materials, along with UI improvements and expanded skill trees aimed at increasing endgame depth.
The reviewer praised the level design—stating Relink gets "stages" right by prioritizing linear, action-friendly zones with secrets and optional challenges—calling it one of the more successful blends of character-action and hunting-game pacing in recent years.
Performance on Nintendo hardware
This review tested the expansion on Nintendo’s latest hardware.
The port targets 30 frames per second with a clear resolution both docked and handheld, and largely retains the game’s distinctive visuals.
The reviewer observed inconsistent frame pacing at times, which can create noticeable stutter during demanding encounters, though large-scale fights still held up better than expected.
Verdict
Endless Ragnarok expands Relink chiefly through gameplay systems, characters, and modes rather than a sweeping new narrative or zones.
For players who enjoy the grind and depth of character builds, the expansion offers substantial content; for those seeking a story-first add-on, it may feel light.
Overall, the reviewer scored the release 8/10, calling the base game itself “a fantastic action-game experience” and noting hopes that Cygames will continue to refine the port in future updates.
The original mobile title launched in 2014 and spawned several spin-offs; notably Granblue Fantasy Versus, developed by Arc System Works and released in 2020, established the IP's presence in the fighting-game space.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink, ultimately developed in-house by Cygames after an earlier plan to partner with PlatinumGames, arrived as the studio's high-profile action-RPG effort for consoles and PC in 2023.
Endless Ragnarok, a post-launch expansion, further builds on that foundation.
Overview and narrative
Endless Ragnarok continues Relink’s anime-inspired high-seas sky-faring story.
The expansion drops the Grandcypher crew into the Zegagrande Skydom after a crash, and spins a compact, action-driven rescue plot with familiar characters and recap “Fate Episodes” for newcomers.
The reviewer found the story approachable for players with limited Granblue background while noting it accelerates into higher-stakes beats as the campaign progresses.
Combat, progression and structure
Relink’s core loop blends hunting-game structure with character-action design.
The reviewer reported that every playable character controls distinctly, each featuring unique move sets and dual skill trees that expand with progression.
The game’s gear and sigil systems provide incremental stat boosts and passive effects, while weapon crafting and level caps create ongoing upgrade goals tied into skill-tree unlocks.
Squad play remains central: missions encourage four-character team composition whether playing solo or online, and post-game progression leans heavily on material farming.
Endless Ragnarok integrates post-launch DLC characters as unlockable options via in-game currency called Crewmate Cards, and introduces six additional characters.
According to the review, some of these additions can strongly affect campaign balance when used early, but they also offer meaningful replay incentives.
New modes and quality-of-life
Endless Ragnarok adds the Conflux, a single-player roguelike loop where players run short combat encounters to obtain upgrade materials, along with UI improvements and expanded skill trees aimed at increasing endgame depth.
The reviewer praised the level design—stating Relink gets "stages" right by prioritizing linear, action-friendly zones with secrets and optional challenges—calling it one of the more successful blends of character-action and hunting-game pacing in recent years.
Performance on Nintendo hardware
This review tested the expansion on Nintendo’s latest hardware.
The port targets 30 frames per second with a clear resolution both docked and handheld, and largely retains the game’s distinctive visuals.
The reviewer observed inconsistent frame pacing at times, which can create noticeable stutter during demanding encounters, though large-scale fights still held up better than expected.
Verdict
Endless Ragnarok expands Relink chiefly through gameplay systems, characters, and modes rather than a sweeping new narrative or zones.
For players who enjoy the grind and depth of character builds, the expansion offers substantial content; for those seeking a story-first add-on, it may feel light.
Overall, the reviewer scored the release 8/10, calling the base game itself “a fantastic action-game experience” and noting hopes that Cygames will continue to refine the port in future updates.
