PSX Extreme writes: "It's difficult to say how many card-based video games have come out in the past decade or so; they began to pop up routinely ever since the likes of Pokemon assaulted the U.S. market. The fad has slowed down a bit nowadays, but the die-hard fans will always love the virtual collecting and battle concept found in such games. Furthermore, this style lends itself perfectly to a portable unit like the PSP, as its addictive quality can make long trips and boring commutes far more stimulating. Neverland Card Battles is a revamped version of Cardinal Arc: Neverland Card War for the PS2, and if you've never heard of it, that's because the game never made it out of Japan. But now, Yuke's Media Creations plans to deliver this new version to Sony's handheld, and although it won't be one of the blockbuster titles in October (the month is loaded with next-gen goodness), it'll still appeal to the aforementioned fans. Their loyalty is quite impressive."
Shadow writes "Originally released on PS2 in Japan only, Cardinal Arc offers a second life on PSP, and enjoy this time a french release (as well as a new name). This hybrid between the T-RPG and Card Game fate at a reduced price for the occasion, and at the same time as the Japanese version, thanks to the emerging society of Yuke's Company of America. Neverland Card Battles is up to the expectations, or is it a game without interest?
13/20
GI writes: "Listening to NPR recently, I was reminded of an old saying regarding the ways of war: "Amateurs study tactics; professionals study logistics." This phrase stayed with me while I was playing NeverLand Card Battles. The game itself is a blend of a collectable card games such as Pokemon or Magic the Gathering and a tactical role-playing game such as Final Fantasy Tactics."
Gamepro: "Neverland Card Battles is one baffling game. While this title has all the basic fundamentals of a decent card-based tactical RPG (large battlegrounds, complex combat rules, and so on), they actually make one really terrible game when they're all put together. With a bland story, bad voice acting, and one of the most annoying tactical systems I've seen in an RPG, I can't recommended this game for anyone but fans of this niche series."
