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5.0 out of 5 stars
These Games Are Classic, April 6, 2006
Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars
I didn't buy these games in a bundle, but I do own all of these particular versions. Having a much older brother hooked me on (FF 1, 4, and 6 and Chrono Trigger). That said, I loved them enough to buy the newer releases to Playstation. Some newer gamers (anyone who started post SNES) may need a moment to adjust, particularly since older games are less inclined to "give" information. You have to run around looking for it yourself, and talking is much more important than it is in more recent RPGs, but it's worth the adjustment.
FFs 1 and 2 seem downright archaic compared to more modern Final Fantasies, but the nostalgia has its charm, and they were the best of their time. Hardcore gamers really can't pass them up for exactly that reason. The battle systems are a little wonky, the original sprites look like giant pixel dots, and the story isn't as involved as any of the later games, but the basic RPG elements are still there.
FF 4 marked a turning point in RPGs, focusing more on a complex story, and 6 is one of my all-time favorites. It has the most variety of characters you can get without sacrificing character development, and I'm in love with the soundtrack. It may still be very digital, but it's also very complex. If I remember right, it's also one of the first RPGs to allow for different endings, based on what characters you recover in the second half of the game. Having the unreleased in the US FFs 2 and 5 is also very nice. FF 2 is rather similar to FF 1, but FF 5 has a completely new battle system, and one that is generally well-liked.
And Chrono Trigger - well, you almost can't call yourself a gamer without having played Chrono Trigger. It's one of the greatest games of all time, and one of the very few out there to handle time travel in a way that doesn't come off as a cheezy Sci-fi storyline. Following the storyline and how your actions in different time periods affect the times after is a subject of alot of speculation. Characters, as well, are all extremely complex, and CT is the only game I can think of that can boast of making a frog a cool character. My number one reason for playing the game, though, is said frog's arch enemy Magus. Of all the villains/dark heroes I'd seen before him, he was the first to make me want to cry. And I spent the first half of the game hating him! Besides, CT has an absolutely awesome soundtrack and the most replay value I've ever seen. I can't remember how many different endings there are, but I an think of six completely unique ones off the top of my head, and if I remember right, there are at least a dozen. The New Game+ feature is a nice touch that allows you to get most of them. No matter how many times I play CT, I don't get tired of it.
All that aside, these particular versions, aside from being playable on PS1 and PS2 have lots of new features. They have cinema scenes, done in PS1 graphics, special features options that allows you to unlock new scenes, soundtracks, etc. If I recall right, many of the games also have revamped scripts, where before a lot had been altered for the sake of being more child-friendly. The scripts were never overwhelmingly vulgar, but Nintendo did feel the need to tone them down when they hit the States. It's nice to see them somewhat closer to their original forms.
I can't stress enough how awesome these games are and worth any gamer's time.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
FF Classic Collection, December 29, 2008
Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars
These are your favorite FF Classics, and even some that weren't released within the US before the PS1. All of the games work without error, and are in new condition (in the original seals).
Note that these games are the greatest hits versions, and are reproduced by Square-Enix. When you receive them, you'll notice that it says Square Enix, instead of Squaresoft. That's because these games are special ordered from Square-Enix, and they simply updated the logo. Nothing else has changed.
I love these games, and wouldn't trade them for anything. They're a must have for any FF Collector.
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5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Final Fantasy: The Standard of RPG's, August 3, 2007
Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars
Final Fantasy is a name that many who classify themselves as RPG gamers have come to know, and more importantly, a name that gaming companies have come to respect. Indeed, any company who is lucky enough to employ a Final Fantasy game designer or artist, such as Kartia: The Word of Fate or the recently released Blue Dragon of the xbox 360, is very quick to publicize their acquisition in an attempt to gain the respect of hopeful RPG fans. Since Final Fantasy I was released in an attempt to save SquareSoft from impending bankruptcy to Final Fantasy Seven's standard setting release, the series has captivated Role-Playing-Game Fans around the world.
The history and success of the series leaves little to be disputed; but how can you be certain that these games are for you? After all, despite their masterpiece qualities; they are, after all, designed to entertain fans of a certain Genre. So the question is in fact not whether these are great games; but are they great games for you. There are some simple questions you can ask yourself to find out.
1. Do you enjoy Fantasy? Role Playing Games (RPG's) are games following the story and development of a particular characters. In many aspects, these are quite like interactive novels, and as each novel has a genre, so does each RPG. Final Fantasy, though often dabbling in science fiction, is primarily based in the world of Fantasy for which it was named. Though individuals who dislike the idea of any unrealistic story may find themselves looking in the other direction, most people who have no problem with Fantasy and Science Fiction may very well come to love this game.
2. Do you enjoy reading? Final Fantasy games 1-9 have no character voice acting, making them far more the interactive novel then their successors. That isn't to say that action is nonexistent (quite the opposite), but rather that it is the game's story that drives the Final Fantasy games forward. Any game can have sword fights, magic, and the such, but it is the brilliance of SquareSoft (now SquareEnix) that has not only combined, but mastered these two very different aspects.
3. Do you enjoy freedom in your game playing? Final Fantasy, though often linear in story, always allows for what has quickly become known as side-quests and mini-games. It allows you to divert yourself from the main story should you ever find yourself in need of a break or even a more fulfilling gameplay. Though it is true that you certainly could play all the way through ignoring any side-quests and mini-games, but most fans would agree that they add a broader and more fulfilling gaming experience.
4. Do you have time? Because RPG's focus on story and character development, you often find yourself playing for long periods of time always wanting to know what happens next or going around fighting nonessential battles in order to progress your character's attributes (usually known as leveling up). For this reason, RPG's have become infamous for the amount of time they take up. It would not be reasonable to only play ten minutes, than go on to something else. Usually a minimum of at least a half an hour to an hour is needed to not only get full enjoyment, but also to be able to save your progress.
5. Do you enjoy having fun? Do you enjoy romance? Do you enjoy action? Do you enjoy personal triumph? Do you enjoy saving the world? If you answered yes to any one of these questions, then there's a Final Fantasy game for you. But why stop there? The beauty of Final Fantasy is that there is no final fantasy. There will always be another one for you. So go ahead. Try the game. You might be surprised how much Final Fantasy there is in you, and how much of you is in Final Fantasy
-Brandon S. Johnson
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