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Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time

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Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time
75
7.8 User Score:

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Game Info

Publisher: Square Enix

Developer: Square Enix

Genre(s): Action, Role-Playing Game

Players: 4

ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older)

Release Date: March 24, 2009

Summary

An innovative new concept in multiplayer gaming, Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time enables Wii and DS users to play side by side for the first time. This breakthrough in gaming connectivity allows players on both Nintendo platforms to journey together in the fantastical world of the beloved Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles series. Echoes of Time offers a gameplay system that allows for a seamless, hassle-free in-game switch from single to multiplayer mode. Play anytime, anywhere, with anyone and experience a new level of connectivity with this latest adventure in the FFCC series. A triumphant return from a monster-infested forest marks the completion of the 16-year-old hero’s coming-of-age ceremony. However, the hero's joy is short-lived as a young village girl is found to be afflicted by a mysterious illness known as "crystal sickness." Determined to obtain the cure, the hero steps out of the secluded village for the first time, only to discover a world in which crystals are merely artifacts of the past and no longer exist. Play anytime, anywhere with anyone Multiplayer connectivity reaches new heights in Echoes of Time, where players can team up or compete with friends and players around the world. The intuitive control scheme introduced in Ring of Fates returns, now adapted to Wii for double the action. Players can switch between single and multiplayer modes at any time while playing, enjoying two great gaming options in one integrated experience. A personalized hero can be generated from a choice of the four familiar races of the series; Clavats, Lilties, Selkies or Yukes. Players joining from the Wii can also introduce their Miis to the world of FFCC. Create and customize materials, armor and equipment for characters with tailored appearances and abilities - no two heroes will be the same! Players can continue to enjoy the game even after completing the main adventure, as the New Game+ feature provides increased difficulty and better items with every new round. [Square Enix]

What The Critics Said

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100

1UP

But it's the seamless transitioning of the single-player to the multiplayer (you can hop in and out from one to the other at any save point) that really seals the deal.

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91

Gaming Age

It's a great game for the DS, and well worth playing. Avoid the Wii version though, I can't really stress that enough.

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85

GameZone

While there are a few issues that do hold it back, the overall package makes the handheld version of this game the one you should buy.

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85

IGN

Linking up with DS or Wii is a nice touch, and the ability to host or visit freely gives DS an edge over the console version. It thrives as a portable, pocket title.

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82

Gamer 2.0

But buyers beware, the best way to play this game is through the DS, so while both the DS and Wii versions go for about $39, the DS version is definitely the better buy.

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82

GamingTrend

The DS version of Echoes of Time stands on its own pretty well as a single-player experience, but most people are interested in Crystal Chronicles games for the multiplayer.

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80

Vandal Online

Although the Wii version has been much criticized for its graphics (which are identical to this one), this portable version is a good game within the RPG genre, above all thanks to the possibilities of its excellent multiplayer mode.

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80

Nintendo Life

Far exceeding its DS and Gamecube ancestors, as well as a huge portion of the DS's catalogue, Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time is a superb game for fans of RPGs as well as anyone eager to explore the unique Wii to DS connectivity offered here.

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80

GamePro

For a DS title, Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time sets a high bar for handheld RPG games. Lag-less action, wireless play, and a mind-boggling amount of items and customizable ways to outfit your adventurer are how most online RPGs should be built. With the Wii version, you've got the same good gameplay, just cramped and um, ugly.

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80

Meristation

Echoes of Time is a useless waste of time in Wii. You better expend your money in the NDS version, because this is just a 1:1 port of the handheld that has nothing remarkable at all. We will have to wait till Crystal Bearers comes out to the scene by the end of this year.

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80

Eurogamer

The game itself is fast and accessible, tailored toward the younger gamer, but with enough depth and interest to appeal to experienced gamers too.

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80

Pocket Gamer UK

An action-role-player, Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time also contains a great multiplayer mode. Only occasional bugs knock off some of the polish.

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80

VideoGamer

In any case, Echoes of Time is much better on Nintendo's handheld, if you have both consoles and are wondering which one to pick up.

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80

3DJuegos

Echoes of Time proposes us the ambitious idea of sharing a RPG experience with players all over the world. It has worked, especially on Nintendo DS, offering players an accessible and very suitable game to share adventures with another three users.

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79

Gaming Target

Echoes of Time, like most Crystal Chronicles games, uses the more classical fantasy style of past Final Fantasy games unlike the guns and motorcycles found in later releases.

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78

Cheat Code Central

There are plenty of dungeons and side quests here to keep you busy, and playing mini-game style quests with friends adds a good amount of replay value.

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78

NGamer UK

This is great fun with a few friends on board and on DS it handles exceptionally smoothly, but Wii owners may end up feeling a bit short-changed by it.

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78

Game Informer

It may be far from perfect, but Echoes of Time's amusing gameplay and ground-breaking multiplayer make this the most noteworthy Crystal Chronicle title to date. [Apr 2009, p.82]

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76

GameFocus

A weak Camera, horrible AI and online issues prevent this from being an incredible experience. In order to truly enjoy Echoes of Time you need to play this over the DS Wireless Communication with at least one other person. For those who are not big on playing with strangers or who do not have a friend with a copy will probably find more enjoyment playing something else. Here’s hoping that if Square Enix decides to return for another game in the series that they focus more attention on giving action-RPG fans both a solid solo and multiplayer adventure.

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76

RPG Fan

Echoes of Time is the most robust game in the Crystal Chronicles series and has more longevity than many RPGs on the system.

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75

Gamervision

Though scaled back from the depth of a typical Final Fantasy adventure, there’s still a fair amount of value in Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time, but you need to really want it.

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75

Everyeye.it

Echoes of Time is what Final Fantasy Crytal Chronicles saga should have been from the very beginning. Fast, funny and at the same time fairly deep. Possibly played with 4 friends, this game reprensent a must-buy for anyone who love RPGs.

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75

Official Nintendo Magazine UK

Works well as a gateway into Square-Enix games, but experienced RPG fans will tire quickly. [May 2009, p.78]

75

GameShark

While single players will need a bit of extra setup time, the enjoyable story and intuitive touch controls make Echoes of Time a blast to play for practically anyone – not just the diehard RPG fans out there.

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72

GameTrailers

It’s a tale of give and take. Echoes of Time is meant to be played with friends, and if you don’t, it can be incredibly frustrating.

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70

Teletext GameCentral

Square Enix finally gets the Crystal Chronicles formula right with this great multiplayer action RPG.

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70

ZTGameDomain

The fundamentals of Echoes of Time’s gameplay make it an enjoyable experience. I much prefer slashing my way through an RPG with real-time action — it’s an addictive combination, and one that we don’t see very often these days.

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70

Worth Playing

If you can get a few friends to play the game with you in a cooperative effort, it's as fun a Crystal Chronicles experience as you'll ever find.

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70

RPGamer

Overall, Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Times is an enjoyable game with a few noticeable faults.

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66

Multiplayer.it

Variety is something Echoes of Time does not miss for sure, especially thanks to the tons of items, quests, mini-games and abilities to play with, but the game has however a very repetitive core which won't appeal everyone. The plot is really weak and does not keep the interest high; Echoes of Time is especially aimed to a niche of users who loves to collect stuff by repeating over and over the same dungeons.

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65

Nintendo Power

Portability and touch-screen functionality give the DS game the edge. [Apr 2009, p.84]

65

GameSpot

Hiding amid an onslaught of tedious puzzles is some compelling dungeon-crawling action.

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60

AceGamez

Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles - Echoes of Time isn't a bad game but it smacks of Square-Enix resting on their laurels.

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60

games(TM)

Square Enix's least enticing DS offering thus far, a disappointment given the company's growing ambition in handheld development. [May 2009, p.120]

60

Edge Magazine

The most contagious thing about Echoes Of Time is its humour, and there's no shortage of intrigue and mishap in the quests to come. Nor, however, is there a surplus. [May 2009, p.96]

50

Gaming Nexus

Echoes in Time is as mediocre as you can get. Surely you can do better than this.

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40

Destructoid

Avoid it. The few glimmers of enjoyable action simply aren't worth the hassle.

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What Our Users Said

The average user rating for this game is 7.8 (out of 10) based on 5 User Votes

Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

Jason G gave it an8:
While not perfect, this is a fun, simple action rpg that is great to play with friends online. I think the platforming elements are the weakest, mostly due to the lack of analog control. But all in all, a purchase I'm pleased with.

Brandon S gave it a9:
A really great game... If you have friends to play it with. The AI is fustrating at most points of the games, though the gameplay is fun. Multiplayer is probably the main reason you should want to buy this game, though single player is decent at best because of the AI.

Wallid K gave it an8:
Before you buy this game, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE AN INTERNET CONNECTION. If not, this game isn't going to be nearly as fun as by yourself. The AI that they assign to you is in my opinion worse than the one in Ring of Fates. However, that's really the only bad thing I have to say about this game. There is a ridiculous amount of customization and the multiplayer almost never gets old. I'm about 8 or so hours in this game, and as of right now, I say that if you liked Ring of Fates, RPGs, or multiplayer games in general, this is a must-buy.

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