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Eternal Sonata Xbox 360

Publisher: Namco Bandai Games America
Release Date: Sep 17, 2007
Also On: PlayStation 3

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79 out of 100

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7.6 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 45 Ratings

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Summary: (Also known as "Trusty Bell: Chopin's Dream") The story of Eternal Sonata begins as a famous composer, on his deathbed, drifts between this life and the next. In his reverie, a happenstance encounter of a young girl who accepts her terrible destiny and a young boy fighting to save her, changes the destiny of the world. Uncover the light that shines in each of us in this enduring tale of good and evil. Features a host of next generation features such as a unique monster morphing system, a hybrid of a turn-based and action battle system with a special attack feature dependent on light and shadow. [Namco Bandai Games]… Expand

Developer: Tri-Crescendo
Genre(s): Role-Playing
# of players: 1 Player
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Rating: T
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Score distribution:

Positive: 43 out of 56
Mixed: 13 out of 56
Negative: 0 out of 56

Console Monster

92

A unique concept, stunning graphics, inspiring audio and enjoyable gameplay comes together to create a fantastic RPG experience that rivals close competition.

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GamesRadar

90

What it may lack in length, it more than makes up for in absolutely every other aspect. The battle system is addictively fun, the multifaceted story is riveting, and the graphics are amazing... we couldn't ask for much more.

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Gamers' Temple

74

Eternal Sonata is a great effort, but Chopin need not worry about his music being forgotten in favor of the memories of this game; by the time you finish, you might not even remember playing it yourself.

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Score distribution:

Positive: 13 out of 19
Mixed: 3 out of 19
Negative: 3 out of 19

SanosukeG.

9

Amazing sound and graphics are this games strong point. The dungeon music, especially near the end, had me standing still just to listen to it for a while. The battle system is great, and progresses with you through the game, keeping the experience fresh! This is the first game I've ever power leveled for the fun of it. The story is gripping and keeps you interested, but it is a little preachy. Now for the downsides. It's linear. Very linear. Also, the cut-scenes are in excess of fifteen minutes long, so that could be good or bad, depending if you have the time. Definitely the best RPG on the 360 right now!… Expand

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JohnW.

6

Is it just me, or do the game's designers really feel that they need to explain everything in such great detail that it's actually kind of insulting to the gamer? I don't need someone to elaborate on why Claves told the pigeon to go somewhere else. I get it. Seriously. The story, when it doesn't feel like the game is trying to treat you like a baby, is passably entertaining. Everything else is just good. Nothing to write home about. Just good.… Expand

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kimsnarf

4

Beautifully drawn characters in a lush, colorful landscape. Movie-class camera work and lifelike animations. The story is cute but overly simplistic and somewhat eccentric. Extremely linear plot. The Chopin/sonata concept is original but unfortunately just serves as a wrapper around a very average game. The combat system is a frustrating button masher better suited for a beat-em-up. The system "levels up" and degrades even further throughout the game. Combat encounters can easily be avoided but this will leave the party too weak for the bosses. Progressing the story thus necessitates countless repetitive encounters in order to reach sufficient character levels. This shallow arcade-style combat system is a poor match for the peaceful and philosophical pacing of the story. With a better system this game could have been a gem.… Expand

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