Handheld play suitability was excellent in the reviewed evidence, with docked and handheld play described as smooth and visually strong.
Pros: content variety, soundtrack quality
Cons: open-world design, exploration quality
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Handheld suitability was positive, with one reviewer saying the game looks great both handheld and docked.
Pros: fun factor, world interactivity
Cons: frame rate stability, boss design
Handheld play suitability was positive in the reviews that tested handheld play, especially on Switch 2.
Pros: combat system, exploration quality
Cons: graphics quality, voice acting
One reviewer enjoyed relaxed handheld play for completing goals and challenges.
Pros: battle mode quality, content variety
Cons: learning curve, competitive balance
Handheld play is mostly praised on Steam Deck and portable sessions, with one Switch portable readability caveat.
Pros: combat system, progression system
Cons: originality
Handheld play was mixed, from strong portable performance to one reviewer finding it less impressive on a smaller screen.
Pros: combat system, character roster
Cons: level design, mission design
Handheld and docked play were generally viable, though Switch 1 presentation was less crisp and some preferred a full controller setup.
Pros: boss design, graphics quality
Cons: open-world design, side character depth