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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:
1.0 out of 5 stars
Great games, crappy price., October 7, 2009
Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars
Makes no sense to pay about $87 when you can buy the games individually directly through Amazon and get free super saving shipping for about $54. With the money you're saving you can also add in Chrono Cross and Final Fantasy 8 or 9.
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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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