PS4
The challenge is finishing the collections without repeating the entire story. Keep rotating saves, use save points even when you do not need them, and scan every new enemy. Time-limited and low-level runs become easier after unlocking the Grade Shop.
Guide for the PS4 Definitive Edition, separate from the original Japanese PS3 release. Requirements are from the 54-trophy PS4 list.
- Missions: 25 boss Secret Missions
- Mode: Trophies can be earned offline
- First run: Track save points and collections from the start
Plan each Secret Mission before the boss
Save before the major fights and check each objective. Against Goliath, for example, the opening comes when it charges X Buster: reach the heel and knock it down. Stop allies from finishing a boss while you wait for an opening. Check that the mission registered before moving on.
- Use Nam Cobanda for cleanup and keep the required items.
Do not skip the Mantaic window
When the story first sends you to the Sands of Kogorh, return to the Mantaic inn and stay the night before continuing. The scene gives you Mother’s Memento, which Yuri needs in the fight with Estellise. Replaying the battle without collecting the item does not replace that detour.
- Check that Mother’s Memento is in your inventory before moving on.
Fill both books while exploring
Buy and use Magic Lenses on new enemies, their variants and bosses. Do not sell weapons just because their stats are low: they may be ingredients for other items. Before leaving a temporary area, use every save point and record the ones you visited.
- Compare the Monster Book and Collector’s Book separately.
Work from your clear save
After the ending, return to the clear save for the optional challenges. Treat Giganto monsters, the Labyrinth of Memories and the Necropolis of Nostalgia as separate tasks, then check for missing titles, skits and rewards. Before starting New Game Plus, check which books and bonuses you will retain through the Grade Shop.
- Keep an untouched clear save for cleanup.
Make dedicated runs for level and time limits
For Low Level Challenger, take half experience in the Grade Shop and skip optional battles before Barbos. Aim to arrive below level 15 so the victory experience does not put you over the limit. For Speedster, use a route without detours, skip scenes and prepare bonuses that speed up fights.
- Split the runs if you need to change the experience multiplier.
Trophies to watch
Back Up Plan
Use every save point in the game. Talk about exploration!
Use a save point even with full health and record its area so you do not revisit it needlessly.
Low Level Challenger
Defeat Barbos at level 15 or below. If you can pull this off, you can do anything! Well, almost…
Arrive at Barbos at level 14 or lower to leave room for the experience awarded after the fight.
Secret Mission 17
Use the Mother's Memento in Yuri's battle against Estellise.
Stay at Mantaic as soon as the Kogorh route opens, then use the item in Yuri’s battle.
Monster Nerd
Fill out the Monster Book completely, and turn yourself into a walking monsterpedia!
Check boss forms and enemy variants before leaving an area.
Frequently asked questions
Is a single playthrough enough?
Plan multiple runs. Keep the first save for exploration so the speed run does not cost you collections, then use the Grade Shop for the level and time limits.
Can I recover a missed Secret Mission?
Check the Nam Cobanda rematches after the ending. You still need the item the action calls for, so collect Mother’s Memento at the right point in the story.
How should I handle bosses in the bestiary?
Use a lens immediately and repeat it when a different target appears. Keep a file before the fight when a later form needs to be checked.
Sources
- Uscita europea Bandai Namco
- Missioni Segrete della Definitive Edition
- Lista PS4 e obiettivi
- Condizione e metodo di Low Level Challenger
- Finestra di Mother’s Memento
Trophy lists
Buying the game
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