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Final Fantasy Chronicles
Generally favorable reviews
Based on 15 critic reviews
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Based on 18 votes
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Game Info
Publisher: Square Electronic Arts
Developer: Squaresoft
Genre(s): Role-Playing Game
Players: 2
ESRB Rating: T (Teen)
Release Date: June 29, 2001
Summary
This old school compilation from Square includes "Final Fantasy IV" (known as "FF2" as a 1991 US SNES release which introduced the Active Time Battle system) and "Chrono Trigger" (1995's precursor to the wildly popular "Chrono Cross").
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What The Critics Said
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Core Magazine
Sit this collection on the shelf beside Final Fantasy Anthology and you'll happily own some of the best RPGs ever made.
Read Full Review >GamePro
"Final Fantasy IV" is an outstanding and epic work that impresses despite its advanced age...Although the visual and audio aspects have aged poorly, "Chrono Trigger" is nevertheless an invaluable offering to its genre.
Read Full Review >PSX Nation
A true blast from the past that earns classic status in this reviewers eyes. Please do yourself a favor and live or relive some of the finest moments in videogame history.
Read Full Review >IGN
Chrono Trigger alone would get a 10 here for its multiple endings and End Game+. Then you add in FFIV...
Read Full Review >GameZone
Good RPG’s are few and far between and while those addicted to eye-candy might not be as interested in these titles, they are fantastically addictive while maintaining a good plot and well-established battle systems.
Read Full Review >Hot Games
It’s a testament to the thought and heart that went behind Chrono Trigger that, despite a new loading problem, the game is still more fun than most of its present-day competition.
Read Full Review >Happy Puppy
Having never played either of these back in the day, I can assure you that both of these games rank among the best RPGs ever made.
Read Full Review >GameShark
The only thing holding it back from being a perfect conversion are the sound effects, which seem muffled and slightly off key. Ignore them and play the game, the new text is so worth it.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
Unfortunately, though the two games were visually stupendous in their respective times, they look quite dated by today's standards, and this will probably turn off those looking for a bigger thrill for their gaming dollar.
Read Full Review >Electronic Gaming Monthly
Nothing on the Legacy of Kain scale, but compared to the SNES carts it’s like a mosquito that won’t leave you alone. [Aug 2001, p.112]
Cinescape
The updated version features a brand new dash feature allowing the player to navigate dungeons and towns much more quickly. This is a very welcome addition as in the original game making your way through these areas quickly became tedious.
Read Full Review >Game Revolution
These are both high-quality RPGs that, for the most part, stand the test of time.
Read Full Review >Electric Playground
Quite worthwhile in the absence of anything new from Squaresoft.
Read Full Review >Gamezilla!
I feel Chrono Trigger is the bigger reason for purchasing Final Fantasy Chronicles. It has a huge quest and darn near endless replayability.
Read Full Review >Gaming Age
There aren't many bonuses to FFII and CT and it's disappointing. No making-of, no pages of artwork - just barebone games. Still, they're two of the best RPGs around.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 8.8 (out of 10) based on 18 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Brett Y. gave it a10:
I think that Chrono Trigger is AWESOME, but my personal belief is that u should purchase FF:C for FFIV. I am the biggest FFIV fan ever, this is the greatest package ever!
Jeff M. gave it a 10:
If FF7 had never been made Chrono Trigger would reign as king, along with it's son Prince Chrono Cross. I loved this game, it had one of the best musical scores of any game out there, it had great characters & a wonderful storyline, I particularly liked Magus.
Chrono Trigger gave it a 10:
Chrono Trigger is the best game evr. Then you add in FFIV and extra features. RPG goodness.
David S. gave it a 10:
Tinkering with Final Fantasy IV's dialogue has transformed one of the Super Nintendo's most cherished role playing games into a classic.
Ashton A. gave it a 3:
The load times for Chrono Trigger make it unplayable, and they messed with the dialogue of FF4 too much. Just play the SNES versions.
Andrew E. gave it a 9:
These games were really good. I bought it for Chrono Trigger and played it first. Since I play it on my PS2 I can't really say anything bad about it. Except in FF4 some of item names have changed and the dialogue makes it look a bit cheesy. Chrono Trigger, however, has no glitches and has new amazing animated cutscenes that are great.
Mugu G. gave it a 9:
"Chrono Trigger" is like the best game ever made, and I remember saying 'wow' at the graphics way back then, and "FF4" was arguably just as good. If you have never played them before you should probably try it, and for the hardcore gamer who remembers it although its changed a little, its for the better!
