I'm about 23 hours into the game, for what it's worth.

A lot of reviewers complained that the game takes forever to get the plot moving, and they're definitely right. But, I don't see that as a bad thing, exactly. I had a blast even when you're out just doing missions for whomever.

The game is rather enjoyable, nice music, characters, and cheery setting. The battle system is a little slow, and unresponsive, but it's not too bad.

My main gripe with the game so far, however, is the Vareth Magic Institute. I mean, there is already source material for the translation out there. I can't believe the localization didn't keep the translation continuity between Valkyrie Profile. VALETH.