Tales of Hearts R

About

Tales of Hearts R is a role-playing game that refines its predecessor's formula with a dynamic combat system. Players control Kor Meteor, a young swordsman who wields a weapon called a Soma, which draws power from a person's Spiria, essence of their heart and soul. After accidentally damaging a traveling sibling's Spiria Core, Kor joins forces with them on a quest to restore it. The game's battle system lets enemies float across the screen while players dash to strike them, adding a layer of movement to turn-based mechanics. The remake includes new animated scenes alongside original footage, enhancing the emotional core of the story. Available on iOS and PlayStation Vita since 2013, it retains the Japanese source material's narrative while adding smoother combat controls. Community feedback often highlights the bond between characters and the hybrid battle approach, which blends traditional menus with real-time positioning. The portable focus makes it a solid pick for fans seeking a story-driven RPG with tactile combat elements.

Storyline

Kor Meteor is a young man living in a small village by the sea and training in the ways of the sword under his grandfather's tutelage, who bequeaths to him an unusual weapon known as a Soma, which can harness the power of a person's Spiria--the embodiment of their heart and soul. Kor encounters a travelling pair of siblings, Kohaku and her brother Hisui. However, in an unexpected turn of events, Kor accidentally shatters Kohaku's Spiria Core, the source of her emotions. Now, the trio must embark on a journey to make Kohaku's heart whole once more.