Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key

Our analysis

A fitting conclusion to Ryza's trilogy with the best controls in the series, an enjoyable active turn-based combat system, and an inventive new key mechanic that ties battle rewards to exploration and alchemy. The story leans self-indulgent and the side quests feel generic, while visuals show pop-in and a slightly rough look, though load times are excellent and the soundtrack is great. Around 30-40 hours of whimsical adventure that fans of the first two games will appreciate.