Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean

 GameCube
  • Publisher: Namco
  • Release Date: Nov 16, 2004
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Generally favorable reviews- based on 91 Ratings

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  • Summary: The story of Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean takes place in a time when lands exist in the sky and once vast oceans are mere legend among men. In the game, you'll control a spirit that guides Kalas throughout his journey and fights by his side. Collect more than 1,000 types ofThe story of Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean takes place in a time when lands exist in the sky and once vast oceans are mere legend among men. In the game, you'll control a spirit that guides Kalas throughout his journey and fights by his side. Collect more than 1,000 types of Magnus cards to help you fight, heal yourself, solve puzzles, and more. Get ready to unlock the mystery of the lost sea in a story of friendship, betrayal, and prayer.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 39 out of 48
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 48
  3. Negative: 1 out of 48
  1. Nintendojo
    96
    I've played through dozens upon dozens of games and I have never seen a game with graphics like this.
  2. Games Radar
    89
    A beautiful and intense RPG, mixing turn-based strategy with graphics that, although pre-rendered, are mind blowing in terms of crispness, colour and detail. [GamesMaster]
  3. GameSpot
    85
    The battle system has a flaw or two, but the lavishly detailed world of Baten Kaitos is a great place to go for a nice fairy tale.
  4. WHAM! Gaming
    80
    Without giving too much away, I can say this: There is a plot-twist in this game that is so great that even the most hard-core RPG veterans won't see it coming.
  5. Cheat Code Central
    80
    It's the balance of gameplay elements that make Baten Kaitos an interesting game to play. It's not particularly memorable but it does capture you in the moment. For a game of such length not to feel repetitive is truly an accomplishment.
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  6. RPG Fan
    78
    It's very unfortunate that everything in Baten Kaitos did not come together to create a truly great gaming experience. The shallow battle system becomes boring quickly, and the voice acting's poor quality drops the game to a simply average level.
  7. Nintendophiles
    42
    The fact that it was a card battle game, it could only hold attention for so long to where the system got repetitive, and fighting was a drag after the halfway point.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 27
  3. Negative: 3 out of 27
  1. Billy
    Dec 28, 2004
    10
    Only other rpg that comes close is tales of symphonia. must buy.
  2. YukiS.
    Nov 3, 2005
    10
    Baten Kaitos is an amazing rpg game that I became obsessed with the moment I watched the intro. The score is amazing and vibrant, ranging Baten Kaitos is an amazing rpg game that I became obsessed with the moment I watched the intro. The score is amazing and vibrant, ranging from slow classical to speedy almost rock. The graphics are spectacular, and the charactor development takes you in to the game. I admit to throwing pillows at the t.v. when a particurally annoying scene came. The card-style fighting system is challenging (I still haven't gotton the combo system thing down yet). What really pulled me into the game were the graphics and the settings. The intro is amazing, and really gives you a taste for what's to come. I recommend it to anyone who loves rpg's, and to everyone who isn't a big fan, either.… Expand
  4. GouletteD.
    Jan 23, 2005
    10
    This is gamecube masterpiece that every gamecuber must have. Unique and very addictive. Stunning visuals and near-perfect gameplay.
  5. JosefW.
    May 18, 2005
    9
    Truly a beautiful game. A Master Piece.
  6. ifman13
    Dec 5, 2022
    8
    [Spanish] Juego imprescindible para los amantes del género, a caballo entre un corte totalmente clásico y los estándares actuales.

    La    [Spanish] Juego imprescindible para los amantes del género, a caballo entre un corte totalmente clásico y los estándares actuales.

    La historia tarda mucho en arrancar, pero cuando lo hace merece realmente la pena.

    El sistema de combate puede provocar rechazo las primeras horas, pero es original y pese a ser un combate por turnos, te hace estar muy pendiente en cada momento para lograr buenos combos.

    Historia: 9/10
    Combate: 8/10
    Música: 8/10
    Personajes: 8/10
    Mundo: 6/10

    Su principal fallo son sus escenarios, que resultan algo basicos en sus fases, pese a ser variados.

    [English]The story takes a long time to start, but when it does it is really worth it.

    The combat system can provoke rejection the first hours, but it is original and despite being a turn-based combat, it makes you be very attentive at every moment to achieve good combos.

    Story: 9/10
    Combat: 8/10
    Music: 8/10
    Characters: 8/10
    World: 6/10

    Its main flaw is its scenarios, which are somewhat basic in their phases, despite being varied.    … Expand
  7. Ellix
    Mar 18, 2005
    8
    This game managed to leave a lasting impression on me due to its amazing graphics, and innovative card battling system (which I originally This game managed to leave a lasting impression on me due to its amazing graphics, and innovative card battling system (which I originally received mixed reviews from). However the flaw to some is that the story and characters are not the greatest, so someone who isn't very patient and expects tons of plot-twisters and action will be affected negatively. However the story didn't keep me from having a great experience with this RPG.… Expand
  8. Fox420
    Nov 14, 2018
    0
    Besides the good art and music, this game is **** The battle system is the worst in any RPG I've played, having to rely on cards that areBesides the good art and music, this game is **** The battle system is the worst in any RPG I've played, having to rely on cards that are randomly chosen by RNG, and items decay after so much time in-game, and become useless or harmful. Crap plot, terrible characters and voice acting. I don't know why so many people like this turd of a game.… Expand

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#20 Best GameCube Game of 2004
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#12 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2004
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#18 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2004