I heard lots of great things about the original Theatrhythm, and expected to be very pleased with this purchase, yet I was still completely blown away by the massive amount of content in this game. I thought this would be a 30 hour game that I'd eventually play just whenever I was feeling nostalgic, but I've already blown past 50 hours and would not be surprised if I cleared 150 at some point. I honestly cannot think of another game where I felt that the in-game DLC was a steal because of the value I'm still getting in the end.
There are lots of guides out there already, so I'll stick with my personal take on each part of the game.
There are three song types, FMS (field), BMS (battle), and EMS (events). FMS are the more scene-setting songs, such as city theme songs, zone theme songs, character theme songs, etc, while BMS are the more high-octane songs such as battle themes (duh), ending themes, suspenseful songs, etc. EMS songs are somewhat of a hybrid of the two, with a different play style which is done during (usually) a famous scene from the game. Most of the game is spent on FMS and BMS, with EMS being more of bonus content due to the additional video content. I guarantee that, even with over 200 songs BEFORE DLC, you will probably be angry that certain songs are missing. You could have 400 songs in this game and still be missing some - that's how good the music in this franchise is.
The controls for each song type is a little different, but more or less the same idea. You also have the option of using just the stylus, just the buttons, or a hybrid mode that uses both. They're all very responsive and accurate, and it is both forgiving of minor mistakes as well as sometimes brutally punishing for bad technique.
The most surprising thing to me were how deep each of the modes where. I assumed I'd just open the game and play a bunch of random songs from my favorite game ad nauseum, but in the end there are almost too many different ways to play the game. Some of them are listed below:
1) Music Stages - pick a song and go. Most songs will be unlocked initially, so if you're in the mood for a certain song you likely won't have to work too hard to start playing it.
2) Quest Medleys - you start with a few maps that you work through, playing FMS and BMS songs along the path until you reach the final boss. This is the best way to level up characters, get items, and get crystals (to unlock more characters). There are pretty much an unlimited possible combination of maps, which usually don't really have much of a theme to them. However, there are rare maps that focus on a certain song type or generation of FF games, which are loaded with ways to earn loot and extra experience. You will likely need to use Versus Mode to find these. You will probably spent most of your time on Quest Medleys, at least until you've unlocked all of the characters and leveled them as far as you want to take them.
3) Versus Mode - BMS songs, but with a twist. In each mode, you play the same song against someone else. Periodically through the song, you'll get EX Boosts, which are like a debuff against the other player. Some scramble things up, make markers harder to see, punish them harder for mistakes, do direct damage, etc. You could have a song mastered, but get absolutely hosed by an inopportune EX Boost. Within Versus Mode, you have three options.
a) Online - Play against another human over the internet. After you win or lose, you will get 1 or 2 CollectaCards (which you can use for boosting characters) and exchange Quest Medley maps with your opponent. So don't be afraid of the guy with the ranking over 3000 - even if he destroys you, you'll still get a card and very likely get a very nice map.
b) Local - Same as online, but with a DS within range of yours
c) AI - Similar to online, but you work your way to a ranking of #1 within bronze, silver, gold, and platinum rankings. You get an absolute ton of CollectaCards from this mode, so this is a good one for powering up your characters that are already level 99.
After all of that, there's still plenty of content that you can peruse just for a trip down memory lane. Listen to the songs on their own, watch the videos from the EMS songs, browse your CollectaCards of each character/monster from each game, and a trophy system that is fairly attainable aside for a small handful.
And somehow I've gotten this far without even mentioning that on top of everything else, this is an incredible rhythm game. If you like rhythm games OR Final Fantasy, you will absolutely love this game.
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Product information
| Computer Platform | Nintendo 3DS |
|---|---|
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00662248914800 |
| UPC | 662248914800 |
| Compatible Video Game Console Models | Nintendo 3DS |
| ASIN | B00JKM09Z0 |
| Release date | September 16, 2014 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #97,154 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #832 in Nintendo 3DS & 2DS Games |
| Product Dimensions | 5.4 x 4.8 x 0.9 inches; 0.63 ounces |
| Type of item | Video Game |
| Rated | Teen |
| Item model number | 91480 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 0.634 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Square Enix |
| Date First Available | April 21, 2014 |
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Theatrhythm Final Fantasy Curtain Call Takes the Stage
A sequel to the first final fantasy rhythm action game released in 2012, Theatrythm final fantasy curtain call expands on the original in every way with new gameplay modes, over 200 songs, and 60 playable characters. Featuring music that spans the full breadth of the storied final fantasy franchise, players tap along to the memorable beats and harmonies as the adorable, stylized characters battle and quest through their worlds. The music of over 20 titles is brought together in one package, fusing together the moving scores, cinematic visuals, and role-playing elements the series is known for.
- New content takes center stage: Includes songs and characters from recent releases including lightning returns: final fantasy XIII and Final fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, to classic fan favorites such as Final fantasy tactics and Final fantasy VII: Advent children
- More ways to play: All new gameplay modes include Versus Mode where players can go head-to-head in screen-tapping action, as well as Quest Medley, where players customize a party of their favorite characters to take across fields and into dungeons for music-based battles against series bosses.
- Unlock Final Fantasy: Gather Rhythmia to unlock new characters, songs, and collectible cards, which can be used in the all new Collecta Crystarium to power up your characters’ stats.
Three Unique Play Modes
Versus Mode
All new Versus Mode where players can go head-to-head in screen-tapping action.
Quest Mode
All new Quest Mode where players customize a party of their favorite characters to take across fields and into dungeons for music-based battles against series bosses.
Battle Mode
Classic Battle Mode that made the first Theatrhythm so great!
Song List
Play over 200 songs from across the entire Final Fantasy franchise
Versus Mode dual screen
