Features

• CD-ROM
• Simultaneous multi-character combat places the controls of four separate characters at your fingertips
• Solve puzzles with the Photon Action System, an enhanced evolution of the popular crystal system -- freeze enemies and swap positions to reach new heights!
• Delve into an advanced battle system with complex combo attack strategies and intricate puzzle-solving adventures
• An epic score and gorgeous visuals serve as a backdrop against which a gripping story of Norse deities, revenge, and divine warfare

Reviews (6)

Never got to the first and I don't care
I never played the original and don't really want to. This game was such a treasure to find with it's phenomonal music and graphics, engrossing gameplay, twisted plot, and the variety of characters possible to play. I have lost a lot of sleep over this game and I'm not even half way done.
Solid, but contains the pitfalls of most tri-ace games...
My experience with developer tri-ace's games dates back to the original Playstation era with Star Ocean:The 2nd Story. Like most gamers on this side of the world, this was probably the one of the first tri-ace titles that had and created enough of a buzz to form a niche of fans. The other game, which is credited with a simular yet even bigger buzz, was the original Valkyrie Profile.
A Good Follow Up to a Fantastic Game
Valkyrie Profile is a cult classic.No matter how you look at it.It was one of those games you either loved or hated.Obviously enough people loved it enough for Square-Enix to re-release the original on the PSP and make a second one on the Playstation 2.The end result is a great game that should satisfy fans of the original.
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Editorial Review

Ever wondered what would happen if the worlds of Read more

Features

• CD-ROM
• Real-time battle system that incorporates innovative new elements with traditional RPG gameplay
• Meet other Disney characters from films like Aladdin, Tarzan, Hercules & Alice In Wonderland
• Disney characters act like their film personas - Peter Pan flies, Tarzan climbs and King Triton swims, among others
• Cameo appearances by Final Fantasy characters - Meet Selphie (FF VIII), Tidus & Wakka (FF X) and others
• Integrated voiceovers, with actual voices of Disney characters

Reviews (1236)

So Stupid!
Now, before you say anything, I have played this game and beaten it in the week provided by blockbuster(grudgingly playing it though)and now for the unbaiased opinion. I think that this game is so completely stupid. It and the sequel are retarded but again its my opinion.

One of the Best Games Ever
I unlike a lot of other people did not buy this game when it first came out.My initial thought was what was Squar thinking.I was thinking this could be nothing more than a childs game.It wasnt until I talked to a number of other people, right before KH2 came out did i finaly listen to all those people and spend the $20 to get the game, (as was the price of the game by then,) and low and behold, by the time I finished watching just the opening scene I was hooked.I played that game for what seemed like hours on in, (it was really only a very long weekend.) But that game became so addicting I immediatly went out and bought the second one the day it came out.The story line was on par with that of Final Fantasy X, and Final Fantasy VII, my two favorit games in the world. I would recomend this game to anyone with even the slightes bit of imagination.If you can even dare to dream you will instantly love this game as I did.It was well worth the price, and my only regret is that i did not buy it sooner.

Toss up
Fighting- the combat isn't as in depth as traditional gamers would expect since combat consists of dodging striking and magic. Still you may find yourself sweating when a fight gets really close.
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Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Playstation 2    3. (PS2)   

Features

• CD-ROM
• Explore both new and familiar worlds from Kingdom Hearts, plus new Disney worlds to the Kingdom Hearts franchise, such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Beauty and the Beast and Mulan
• A more advanced battle system that allows for a wider range of commands, powerful new combos, and cooperative attacks with members of your party, introducing another layer of strategy
• All-new Drive command that lets Sora change into a variety of new forms, altering his skills and abilities
• A revamped camera system that keeps you in the middle of the action
• New transportation system that takes Sora and friends from world to world in the style of theme park rides

Reviews (171)

amazing i lovvvvvvvvvvve it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
that Jedi mom is a bunch of dung!It is an asome game.I love the ending, and when you get to be king micky.also the key blades are awsome.thank you square enix you are in the top of my book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!So jedi mom you might as well pack up and leave because you dont no squat about kinkdom hearts!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!and the war at Hallow Bastion it is so cool!I encourege you to BUY IT!! IT IS A REALLY REALLY COOOOOOOLLLLLLLLLL GAME.Never trust Jedi mom!!

Awesome game... no other way to put it.
Kingdom Hearts II is the long-awaited sequel to the 2002 Disney/Square collaboration Kingdom Hearts. Picking up the story where the former game--and the interim Game Boy Advance release, Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories--left off, Kingdom Hearts II guides you through a series of Disney-themed worlds as you encounter a cast of characters that reads straight off the credits of some of the most popular Square games and Disney movies. Though the formula in KHII is quite familiar, much of the gameplay has changed, and it's safe to say that it's been for the better. Fans of the original game and of Disney/Square properties in general will fall in love with this game quite easily, though a few problems with the basic gameplay prevent Kingdom Hearts II from being whole-heartedly recommendable to everyone else.
READ THIS NOW
This isn't your typical review, I haven't played the game but I have something to say. After reading all the reviews I have come to a conclusion-Make your own decision. This obviosly a hit or miss game play wise. Some people love it some people hate it, the point, you should rent it then make a decision or play it at a friends house, don't buy things based on reviews alone, strangers don't know what you like. ... Read more

Features

• CD-ROM
• Over 8 Hours of Movies Including Voiced Cut Scenes - Pre-rendered cut scenes and real-time cut scenes with dramatically enhanced models, as well as in-game voiced cut scenes with anime-style 2D portraits unveil an epic story
• The Exciting Conclusion to an Epic Trilogy - Building on the deeply philosophical and existential storyline of the first two titles, the concluding chapter in the series brings closure to the remaining mysteries in the highly acclaimed story
• Updated Battle System - Battles are intuitive and fun, combining the best aspects of the first two games' battles, while introducing the new Break system
• Customize Your Characters - A branching skill set promotes character specialization and diversification. Strategic party management is more highly rewarded, adding another level of depth to game strategy
• Money/Shops Are Back - Buy, barter, and sell any items or equipment, allowing you to upgrade your characters and E.S.s frequently

Reviews (10)

WOW
I loved Xenogears and when it was known that they were going to bring out xenosaga I was so looking forward to it. Well 1 didn't disapoint which led to 2.!! Then there was 2, well talk about a letdown. Then the talk of 3 started. At first I was unsure if I wanted to lay down any more money and be disapointed yet again... But WOW am I glad I did. It was a beauty to watch and play. Many of the answers from games 1 and 2 can be found it breath taking cut scenes. Im not going to spoil things for you but just to say WOW isnt enough to discribe the CGI's and twist and turns. I just hope you enjoy this game as much as I have.

The most beautiful game on the market.
The game has a LOT of plot development and cutscenes.If you are into it then that's great.I find I scan for the gist and then move on to the next dialogue.That being said, all of the backgrounds are simply the best ever put on screen.I find myself actually commenting aloud to myself how beautiful the game is.The action is good and the plot does suck you in.Nothing novel in the battle system, while the plot managed to surprise me after playing both of it's predecessors.Completely worth your while.

With a story as detailed and absorbing as Xenosaga III's, it's nearly impossible to not be hooked.
Xenosaga Episode I remains a type of paragon for a story and character driven RPG.There was so much to tell in the game that players looking to sink their teeth into a 40 or so hour cinematic RPG wouldn't need to look any further, and would also be very satisfied.Episode II was a bit shorter and not quite as good as the first installment.However, Xenosaga III is as good as an RPG can get.I love to watch films with solid plots and memorable, meaningful characters. It is a pleasure to experience a video game that can achieve that kind of involvement through a long period of 40+ hours.Episode III, throughout its duration, constantly engrosses the player with the many plot developments, flashbacks, and insights into the many characters.Every primary characater is respected with deep explorations into their own motives and agendas.Everything about the game is meticulously crafted.Every bit of plot and dialogue builds upon itself from the intro all the way to the conculsion, and still there is room for much more to be pondered.
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Editorial Review

Each installment of the Final Fantasy series has featured strongstorytelling, characterization, and strategic combat, fun minigames, and hoursupon hours of captivating gameplay. The 10th title in the series is noexception. This is the first time a Final Fantasy game has appeared on thePlayStation2, and it takes full advantage of the increased technicalcapabilities. Read more

Features

• Tidus is a star athlete who survives a massive disaster, and with the help of a girl named Yuna, he journeys to temples & monasteries to find truth.
• Learn to summon aeons-old spirits of power to add to your fighting abilities as you battle the evils of Sin
• Spectacular graphics and incredible voiceover work will immerse you in a new world where evil forces threaten the existence of all you know!

Reviews (1410)

Not great.. not horrible.. just eh..
I waited a long time to buy this game because my brother told me not to waste my money.I'm glad I listened to him.This game was pretty much a bad graphic movie.I would say that the game is 60% short little movies with bad graphics, 10% beautiful graphic movies, and 30% actual game play.I was so frustrated when all I wanted to do was level up, or explore and instead I had to sit there and watch a dumb movie.The main character, Tidus, was so unrealistic as a hero and Yuna, the main female character, said "yes" as her only dialogue about 100 times! Oh my god, they would have a whole movie scene just to have her say yes!!Also, there were long pauses in between speeches... it was really annoying.The game itself was ok.By the end, the bad guy was really easy... i thought he would be more of a challenge.All in all, this game is only average.The story line could have been more thought out, and instead of a twist, it was more like a confusing reality.But an even worse game is FF X-2... Stay away from that one at all cost!The one thing I really loved about this game was the sphere system for gaining skills and abilities.I wish that could be the main way from now on. Looks like FF VII is still my fav FF game.

Beautiful Graphics And Deep Gameplay
There is so much to see and discover in this game. It took me over 70 hours just to complete the walkthrough and I am still working on capturing all the monsters for the Monster Arena. Someone who wanted to complete all side quests, find all special items, etc. could easily spend more than 100 hours on this game and never get bored -just incredibly deep gameplay. The graphics are also outstanding, among the best I have seen in a video game. It took me awhile to get used to the Sphere Grid used to increase your characters' stats. At first I didn't find it as satisfying as the typical method of "leveling up". But eventually I began to enjoy it and it's now one of my favorite aspects of the game. The only thing I found tiresome was how long the cutscenes were. The storyline itself was quite good. But I wish it was told with shorter cutscenes or at least gave players the option to skip through the cutscenes. Still this is a minor complaint to an otherwise excellent game. Definitely worth buying!

Pure Magic!
All I have to say is that squaresoft out did themselves with X. It truly is a masterpiece and a feast for the eyes. I was lost in it's story, creativity, music, and charcters. Beautiful! ... Read more

Editorial Review

When NCsoft released the original in 2005, it promised a revolution in Massively Multiplayer Online games: an online game with no monthly fees and completely standalone expansion packs.With simple gameplay, and endless multiplayer and solo options, the first game gained a devoted following of experienced and new players alike.Exactly one year later, Read more

Features

• Hundreds of new creatures, guild halls, skills and more
• Two new professions: the deadly Assassin and the necromantic Ritualist
• A whole new continent, Cantha, either connects to the lands of Tyria or stands on its own
• Guilds band together into alliances to gain control of towns and access exclusive Alliance Missions
• New game types include missions with ranked scoring and large-scale Alliance vs. Alliance battles

Reviews (32)

Fun and... FREE (no monthly cost that is :P)
Last year's game that combined most of the best aspects of online role-playing (without any monthly fees attached), action role-playing games, and competitive gaming in general is back in a similarly huge and interestingly complex follow-up. While Guild Wars Factions is inherently similar to its predecessor, and saddled with some of the same relatively minor shortcomings, it still delivers a deep, addictive, and satisfying experience on many levels. The game is ultimately best suited for social, competitive players (like fans of the original), but it effectively weaves together solo, cooperative, and competitive content in a way that's undeniably impressive.
Factions is great -- and a good replacement for WoW
Here's the thing. I enjoy a game I can play solo--with occasional (emphasis on OCCASIONAL!) group questing and activities.
Excellent game!
I won't go into a lot of detail because most have described the game enough.But just wanted to say this is an excellent game.
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Features

• Experience the full scale of the Marvel universe with a combined cast of more than 140 popular comic book characters -- choose from 20 playable Marvel Super Heroes, unlocking more as you progress
• Universal team Upgrade system - Balance your heroes' powers, or customize each member to maximize their effectiveness
• Outfit your heroes with a vast selection of power-boosting equipment, create a team name, team icon and team vehicle, and establish your team's reputation as the story progresses
• Change the course of the game - The missions you accept, the objectives completed, and how you interact with other characters throughout the game will have a direct impact on the storyline
• No-holds-barred combat - Fight while you're airborne, submerged underwater, even out in space! Multiple combat tactics and accessories available - grappling, charge attacks and a destructible environment, where lampposts and chairs become dangerous weapons

Features

• CD-ROM
• Strategy and role-playing combined - Each level you go up, you'll get new experience points to spend -- you'll also have to seletc the right weapons and magic combos for maximum combat effect
• Tension system enhances the action - forgo attacking for a few rounds, then build up your power to unleash a multi-hit combo that destroys opponents
• Special Bonus Disc with playable demo of Final Fantasy XII included!

Reviews (134)

Wonderful, wonderful game for a very low price
Dragon Warrior VIII for the PS2 is a wonderful game. It's Japanese, so it's done in a cutesy anime style, which might put some people off.(Personally, I found it a refreshing change.)
Must-play if you enjoy rpgs
I love this game, most of all, for its charm.The characters are so well-animated and cute, when not laugh-out-loud funny.The voice acting is absolutely perfect, the dialogue is engaging.
Hours of fun
This game took quite a long time to beat, and you really get your moneys worth. A rare quality in many video games these days. ... Read more

Reviews (11)

Have You Hugged a Prinny Today?
Admittedly, I haven't played a lot of strategy RPGs. I attempted to play Final Fantasy Tactics, generally considered to be a classic of the genre, at one point, but I found it really dry and I had serious problems with a class system that seems to really unbalance the game by making it too easy. I've never really had much motivation to seek out other examples of SRPG genre because there is Nippon-Ichi's Disgaea series, as unique as it is fun. And long-lasting too. You can spend several hundred hours playing through Disgaea: Hour of Darkness and Disgaea 2: Cursed Memories to beat all the bonus content beyond the main campaign.
Awesome
I bought Disgaea when it first came out and thought it was great.Fun, funny, and with many long hours of game play.When 2 came out, I was excited.It didnt let me down.
Great game -- but do not expect another Hour of Darkness.
That might be a little misleading -- the battle mechanics are almost exactly the same as those in the first game (heck, as in most of Nippon Ichi's games, though this series, I think, is the best of the lot).That part of the game absolutely delivers:
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Features

• It is a year after the dark deity Sin was beaten, in Final Fantasy X. The people of Spira are at peace and have embraced former enemies. But powerful mystic spheres begin popping up and old rivalries come with them.
• Exciting new gaming enhancements - unique job classes, mission based non-linear gameplay, quicker battle system and stunning graphics
• All-female cast with new abilities, like switching job classes in the middle of a battle
• Dynamic movements and Active Time Battle (ATB) quickens the pace of enemy encounters

Reviews (574)

Different From FFX
Let me begin by saying that this game is very different from FFX.Do not expect an epic story here.And the battle system is drastically different.All three of the main characters are females.The story takes place in Spira.Yuna, Rikky, and a new character, Paine are Sphere Hunters.They travel all over the continenct searching for these artifacts.The story is very lightweight and definitely not engaging.However, the game is not a bad RPG.If you simply just want to pass the time and play an RPG, then this game will do.Just do not expect it to be anywhere near as good as FFX. In my view, there are many other superior RPGs out there that should be first on your list.

WHAT is all the rave about???
I am a die-hard fan of Kingdom Hearts, and I've heard the fantastic reviews for Final Fantasy.So, I decided to try it out.I rented it at the video store, and boy, what a waste of time!
Dosen't live up to the series expectiations
If you've come to this game because you're a big fan already of final fantasy, loved final Fantasy X, or are just looking for a fun game to play, you've come to the wrong game.As an avid final fantasy fan I immediatly jumped on this game as soon as it came out, but was grossly dissapointed. The characters they reused from the first game were perverted in the sense that they were grossly changed (ex. costumes were made emensly slutty) and the story plot was WEAK.In addition to this, I was able to beat the game in less than a month! And by only holding down the x button during all battles none the lesss! It dosen't matter why you want to play this game, be it stroy pot, reputation, or battle system, this game is not something you want to have seen on your game shelf. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Playstation 2    3. (PS2)   

Features

• PlayStation 2
• ESRB Rating: T (Teen)
• Strategy/RPG

Reviews (54)

Extremely disappointing
This second part of Xenosaga compares very badly to the stellar first part, regardless of what anyone says.I no longer wanted to play this game after only 30 minutes.
Predictable
Alot of reviews have been given for this game as "REALLY BAD." I'm one of those people who lets things slide. I'm a big RPG gamer. If you're just looking for fighting in a game. Stay away from this one. This needs alot of role playing consciousness. It has a FANTASTIC storyline (surperior to alot of other RPGs), but the game should have been a movie if you ask me. This game goes back to the past, alot of flashing back and forth and alot of surprises. On "The Trio" as I would say. Jr. Albedo and Gaignun. Don't worry about other characters. They're not as important here. But don't let that get you down.