The game begins in the village of Aball. You'll play as Velvet Crowe, living a peaceful life with her younger brother Laphicet and brother-in-law Artorius. This section serves as a tutorial for basic movement and interaction. Follow the on-screen prompts and enjoy the initial narrative. You'll be tasked with simple chores and interactions, which introduce you to the characters and the setting. Pay attention to the dialogue, as it establishes the motivations and relationships that will drive the entire story. The prologue culminates in a tragic event that sets Velvet on her path of vengeance. There are no significant combat encounters here, so focus on absorbing the story.
While Tales of Berseria begins with a domestic tutorial in Aball, it lacks the extended childhood character models utilized during the lengthy prologue of Tales of Graces f.