Do I Need to Play Eiyuuden Chronicles: Rising Before Hundred Heroes?

You really don’t need to play Rising to enjoy Hundred Heroes. There are some cameos and character backstories that you might miss, but nothing that’s critical to understanding the main story. Plus, keep in mind that Rising is quite short—around 8-15 hours depending on how much extra stuff you do—so it could be a nice, light detour if you’re up for it!

I had a blast with Rising! Sure, there are a few references you’ll catch if you play it first, but nothing major that affects the story in Hundred Heroes. If action RPGs aren’t your thing, you probably won’t find it essential, but it could be a fun little adventure if you’re looking to fill some time.

If you pass on Rising, you’ll miss just a handful of minor backstories, but nothing that really ties into Hundred Heroes. I found the gameplay a bit repetitive with fetch quests and grindy stuff, so if action RPGs aren’t your jam, you might want to skip it. However, the battle system is pretty solid and the writing is quite nice, so it’s not all bad if you decide to give it a shot!

Honestly, I think I enjoyed Rising even more than Hundred Heroes! It’s not necessary for the story, but it’s a really fun game that gives you a nice glimpse into the world. Don’t miss out on it just because it’s not your usual style—it’s charming and definitely worth checking out!

You don’t have to play Rising, but if you do, you’ll get some bonus content if it scans a save file. Just saying though, I skipped it and didn’t feel like I missed anything major in Hundred Heroes!