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100The Skies experience is bright, poppy, and exciting. [Feb 2003, p.50]
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97A definitive RPG. This is the killer RPG app for GameCube. No, it isn't "Final Fantasy" (nor does it try to be), but in this writer's opinion, it's something even better.
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The sense of exploration and freedom is one thing that makes Skies of Arcadia such a wonderful game.
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An absolutely phenomenal experience... GameCube desperately needed a title like this. [Feb 2003, p.151]
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90A one-time sleeper hit [has] evolved into a bona fide classic. Quite possibly the finest next-gen RPG thus far. [Feb 2003, p.70]
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90The main problem with this game is that it feels a little dated, especially when you compare it to "FFX" or other games coming out shortly. Other than that it is a great game.
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For all of its failings though, Skies Of Arcadia Legends is a worthy game. The atmosphere draws you in completely, and the wonderful characters make your journey through this massive game a total joy.
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The fact that the gameplay and graphics are still impressive by today's standards shows just how under-appreciated this game was. [Feb 2003, p.100]
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The monstrous length of the game is an RPG fanatic's dream. [Feb 2003, p.154]
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Every RPG fans' dream of a game. It has some of the best gameplay, an engaging story, great music (although the quality detracts from this), and hours of gameplay to keep you playing into the long nights.
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A great RPG, one of the best for any system. If you've never played the original on the Dreamcast, buy Legends immediately.
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90I didn't find myself level grinding at all, because the amount of random battles is more than enough to raise your characters to the point where the bosses are only moderate challenges.
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90The story, though, is the best part—Vyse and crew are the most extroverted RPG heroes ever, and there's none of that Final Fantasy–style self-abhorrence present.
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88While Skies of Arcadia is not a paramount of technical achievement, the substance is worth buying. Great story and great gameplay elements are the very meat of this title.
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88Deserves praise for the innovative manner in which it presents its 3D locales.
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85RPGs fans must buy and play this game -- no questions asked. Get over the graphics and technical shortcomings; it's still a great game.
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Story and characters are excellent. Their personalities and motivations come through easily without a lot of overdone angst.
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85[Vyse's] simple and fun-loving personality is a welcome trait compared to the angst-ridden heroes of today's more popular RPG titles.
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If you are looking for an adventure of epic proportions with a sci-fi twist on pirates and that sports a classic, yet polished, RPG battle interface with some interesting innovations such as ship battles, then Skies of Arcadia Legends is definitely the game for you!
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83Almost a directors cut, there has been many cut scenes and even some characters added to tighten up the storyline, making the GC version of Skies a different, and even deeper game than its predecessor.
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While some elements of the game aren't perfect, the underlying adventure is more than worth the time.
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80If you're looking for an enjoyable but fairly traditional RPG with a cracking storyline and likeable characters, Skies of Arcadia Legends comes about as highly recommended as any game can.
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80Though visually lacking, Skies of Arcadia proves that gameplay is still king. It may be a port, but it's superior to most other role-playing games out there.
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The mark of any truly legendary RPG lies in its characters and story, and in both of these areas Skies' shines as brightly as its most blue-blue skies. [Mar 2003, p.42]
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This is one of the better RPGs to come in a few years, and a revamped version for the GameCube is just what the Doctor ordered.
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75Those who fondly remember the original should beware though: One particular idiosyncrasy of the original--the overabundance of random battles--may overpower both the nostalgia factor and the relative dearth of new content.
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Considering it's a port, I would have been much happier if more attention was given to the audio and video.
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72One of the biggest stumbling blocks to this fun throw-back is the over-abundance of these random fights.
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70Sappy, sure, but the enthusiasm is infectious and ultimately effective.
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Skies may be ordinary in the sound department but it's extraordinary in all other aspects.
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58The story is only average for a RPG (make that above average if you love the air pirates setting), the combat system is mildly interesting but lacks much in the way of depth and the presentation is a bit dated.
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