A Real Fantasy
US gamers looking to finally experience the majesty of Final Fantasy III have their chance on the DS, and the game is really enhanced from the original too.
Archives
Front Mission Takes America
Preciously only episodes three and four have been seen in the US, but now the Front Mission series comes to the DS direct from Japan.
Sylpheed Side Scroller Grows Up
For a game based on a mid 1980s scrolling shooter franchise, Project Sylpheed really has a lot of whistles and bells, though probably not enough to challenge Wing Commander’s dominance.
Mana Dawns Again
Dawn of Mana could have marked the triumphant return of a game thought to have been dead since the Super Nintendo, but don’t get your hopes up.
Ride Of The Valkyries
Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth is so good, not only is it the RPG that all PSP owners must have, but really justifies owning the system.
Super Slimy Fun
You would not think a game about a slime creature fighting Plobs would be that involved, but Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime will surprise you.
Dirges In The Dark
Dirge of Cerberus – Lost Episode takes the Final Fantasy series (and shooter gameplay) into the realm of the cell phone game, and does surprisingly well.
Final Fantasy Defects
Final Fantasy XI makes the jump to the Xbox 360, and we find crisp graphics and good playability, as well as all the expansion packs ready to go – after a six hour download.
The Bouncer Bounces Forward
Squaresoft and I have not had a peaceful relationship. The reason is two words: Final Fantasy. I’m always asked why I hate this series so much, and I explain every reason. Maybe it was because I find that being hit by random encounters every step is a complete pain. Or then again, maybe I hate having to sit through countless scenes of poorly animated FMV with mute, dorky-looking characters with hands bigger than their faces (we all know what THAT means, right Zidane?) Or more importantly, having to deal with a cumbersome command interface fast enough to avoid seeing 20 … Continue reading The Bouncer Bounces Forward
Final Fantasy IX Keeps the Edge
The final, Final Fantasy on Playstation is a wonderful reminder of everything that Squareoholics hold dear about the seminal RPG series. Littered with references to previous installments, a gameplay system reminiscent of former FF games and an overall feeling of nostalgia, FF IX is a wonderful trip down memory lane in what will probably be a very different series from here on. While the game, certainly isn’t perfect, it is a tremendous addition to the FF ranks. Sporting some of the most likable and endearing characters the series has ever seen, this band of a charming thief (Zidane), a doubting … Continue reading Final Fantasy IX Keeps the Edge