Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth

About Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth

Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth wraps up the saga started by its predecessor, focusing on Haku as he takes on the identity of his fallen friend Oshtor. Aquaplus developed this title while Deep Silver handled the publishing duties back in September 2016. You can find it on PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation Vita, and PC. This entry serves as a dramatic conclusion where warring nations clash for control over Yamato. The story picks up right after the death of Oshtor, forcing Haku to suppress his grief while rallying the nation of Ennakamuy against evil forces. It mixes visual novel storytelling with tactical battles on a battlefield that spans the entire continent.

Gameplay

You spend most of your time in dialogue scenes that drive the narrative forward. These segments feature colorful characters debating politics and personal conflicts before shifting to strategy battles. Combat happens on grid-based maps where you move units and issue commands turn by turn. You need to manage positioning carefully since one wrong move can cost a valuable soldier. The game offers single-player campaigns with no multiplayer modes available at launch. Battles feel methodical rather than frantic, requiring patience to outmaneuver enemy squads. Control schemes adapt to each platform, but the core loop remains consistent across all versions. You will spend hours reading text screens before moving to the next tactical engagement.

What Players Think

PlayPile data shows players rate this title highly with a Metacritic score of 75 out of 100. The community completion rate sits at 82 percent, which suggests many people stick with it until the final chapter. Average playtime clocks in around 45 hours for those who finish every side quest. Review snippets highlight the emotional weight of the story, with users noting that character deaths feel permanent. Mood trackers indicate a somber tone dominates the discussion boards during late-game moments. Users praise the soundtrack as a major strength, often citing it in positive feedback threads. Criticism focuses on the pacing of dialogue sections slowing down the strategic elements.

PlayPile's Take

This game works best for players who enjoy long-form visual novels paired with slow-paced tactical combat. The price point varies by platform but generally remains affordable compared to other JRPGs. You can earn a full set of achievements if you play through multiple difficulty levels. It is not ideal for those seeking fast action or complex multiplayer systems. The story demands attention and emotional investment rather than reflexes. If you want a definitive ending to the Utawarerumono saga, this is the only place to find it. Finish the game on your preferred system before moving to other titles.

Storyline

"...I leave Her Highness... in your hads." "Nekone, live on... and find happiness." With these final words, Oshtor's soul finally found peace... leaving Haku entrusted with his sister and the princess. For the sake of his friends, and to fulfill his promise, Haku casts aside the name he was given... and dons his fallen friend's mask, choosing to live on as Oshtor. Armed with his wits and the power of Oshtor's name, Haku faces a battle more dire than any before. Nekone steels herself to support Haku through whatever comes, suppressing the pain of her brother's death. Thrier friends mourn the loss of two dear comrades: Haku, who they believe dead, and Kuon, who left them for her homeland. It is here, on the cusp of a new conflict, where we return to this land. The flames of war are about to consume Ennakamuy... and soon, all of Yamato.