✓ Same family of turn-based JRPGs: deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling
≠ Where it differs: brings visual novel storytelling, combat tactical and combat magic, while skipping multiplayer gameplay
At the dawn of time, a terrible war raged between the forces of good and evil, ending in the destruction of the world of Agarest. After their victory, the Gods of Light unified the decaying bodies of the Gods of Darkness and created a new world.
Where it drifts furthest from Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin: game mode and visuals.
On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin.
It predates Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin by 12 years, with what that implies technically.