Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom - Collector's Edition

About

Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom is a 2018 RPG from LEVEL-5 that blends open-world exploration with turn-based combat. You play as Evan, a young king seeking to rebuild his shattered realm while figuring out political betrayals and mystical threats. The story follows his bond with Roland a talking frog and advisor turned after a chaotic start. The game features a mix of kingdom-building mechanics and hand-drawn animated cutscenes that give it a distinct visual flair. The Collector’s Edition is a physical treat with a steelbook case rare DLC weapons and a 3D papercraft model. It also includes a music CD a hardcover art book and a diorama of key characters. While the base game leans into traditional JRPG pacing its charm and detailed world design earned it a Metacritic score of 88. The edition’s extras are ideal for fans wanting a tangible collection of its standout art and soundtrack.

Storyline

The game begins with Roland witnessing a missile exploding over a city. In the aftermath, he vanishes and reappears in front of Evan in Ding Dong Dell, with his youth suddenly regained, just as Mausinger, the advisor to Evan's late father, stages a coup. As they escape, they learn that Mausinger poisoned the previous king and intends to have Evan killed to assume control of the kingdom. Assisted by Evan's governess Aranella, who sacrifices herself for their safety, Evan and Roland escape safely from Ding Dong Dell, with Evan promising to her that he will establish a new kingdom in which everyone can be happy and free. Since then, he is occasionally approached in his dreams by a mysterious boy around his age, who becomes his confidant.