Weekly Famitsu Issue 1880 Reviews: Infinity Nikki Leads With High Scores on PS5

Japan’s renowned gaming publication Weekly Famitsu has released Issue 1880, featuring its most recent set of reviews for three highly anticipated titles across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch.

With a reputation for insightful critique and influence within the gaming industry, Famitsu’s review scores are often used as a benchmark for quality and player expectations, making each issue’s ratings a topic of industry-wide interest. Leading the reviews in this edition is ‘Infinity Nikki’, a visually rich dress-up gacha game developed for the PlayStation 5.

The title impressed Famitsu’s panel of four reviewers, collectively achieving a score of 34 out of 40—a notable feat in the magazine’s competitive review environment.

Each reviewer contributed personalized scores, which were then combined; Infinity Nikki received ratings of 8, 9, 9, and 8.

The reviewers commended the game for its engaging mechanics and stylish presentation, solidifying its place as a standout release in the gacha and fashion simulation genres on the PS5 platform. Also covered in this issue is ‘Path of Exile II’, the eagerly awaited sequel by Grinding Gear Games, available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series.

The title earned a combined score of 33 out of 40, with individual ratings of 8, 9, 8, and 8.

According to the magazine, Path of Exile II was praised for its depth, strategic gameplay elements, and robust character customization.

These aspects position it as a strong addition to the action RPG landscape on current-generation consoles. Rounding out the reviews is ‘Stray Children’, an adventure game released for Nintendo Switch.

This title garnered a total score of 32 out of 40 with reviewer marks of 7, 8, 8, and 9.

Weekly Famitsu’s reviewers highlighted the game’s unique narrative and atmospheric world, applauding its appeal for Nintendo Switch audiences seeking distinctive indie experiences.

The consistently high scores across all three titles reflect the quality and ambition present in this edition’s lineup. Weekly Famitsu remains a leading authority in the Japanese gaming press, and their thorough review process continues to spotlight significant developments and achievements across platforms like the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch.

Both domestic and international readers and industry professionals look to Famitsu’s scores for authoritative guidance on the latest releases, and Issue 1880 reaffirms the publication’s influence and keen editorial voice.

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