Ever since the birth of the first title, the Atelier series has always received acclaim for its captivating stories, strong character relationships, and a long enriching adventure to become the best alchemist. Alchemy is of course a primary focal point of the series, as much of the gameplay is immersed within it and players will need to master synthethis techniques in order to progress the story, as well as allow for more diverse creations through gathering materials. Anyone who’s new to the Atelier series we’ll be honest, the gameplay will require you to do a lot of gathering when compared to battling, and so therefore this creates a slow paced progression system which places more emphasis on creation than actual battles over time. This isn't to say that battles aren't frequent it's more that your alchemy level plays a very big role in the game and is of great benefit during long battles, so taking your time is key. With that being said, this brings us to Ryza no Atelier ～Tokoyami no Joou to Himitsu no Kakurega～ (Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout), the brand new title in the ongoing Atelier universe. Built with the intention of enticing new players but introducing new mechanics for veterans to enjoy, will Ryza and her friends create an adventure that will be memorable? Read on to find out more.