Dragon Warrior VII

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 38 Ratings

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  • Summary: You plan to become a humble fisherman of peaceful Estard Island, the only land in a world of ocean. But when you discover the artifacts from an ancient land, you tear the fabric of time and unveil the world that once was. Transported to past lands, you must solve their mysteries and breakYou plan to become a humble fisherman of peaceful Estard Island, the only land in a world of ocean. But when you discover the artifacts from an ancient land, you tear the fabric of time and unveil the world that once was. Transported to past lands, you must solve their mysteries and break the spell of annihilation. Prepare for your destiny!… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. PSX Nation
    91
    The story and writing is so strong that I easily forgot about the archaic graphics and even more primitive battle engine.
  2. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    90
    This is truly a 100-hour RPG. [Dec 2001, p.172]
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  3. IGN
    87
    The fact that all 100+ hours of Dragon Warrior VII are so entertaining is a testament to the quality of the game that lies beneath the dated visuals and clunky presentation.
  4. Play Magazine
    80
    Its overall story...is simply impossible to resist and the dungeon design is marvelous. [Feb 2002, p.60]
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  5. Next Generation Magazine
    80
    The most old-school, hardcore RPG we’ve played in years…the new game’s scale is simply gargantuan. [Jan 2002, p.88]
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  6. GameSpot
    77
    For serious RPG fans who couldn't care less about the Final Fantasy brand of flash, though, it's hard to envision a more appropriate game.
  7. GameShark
    50
    The first 2 hours are some of the most boring hours you will ever play in a video game.

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  1. Positive: 10 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
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  1. ErikB.
    Jan 4, 2002
    10
    Pure excellence!
  2. PhoenixT.
    Jan 1, 2002
    10
    Dragon Warrior VII, where to start. I feel the game is great, with graphics, game and play. With the feeling of the old-school RPG, this is Dragon Warrior VII, where to start. I feel the game is great, with graphics, game and play. With the feeling of the old-school RPG, this is one game that does hold true to the Dragon Warrior title.… Expand
  4. AlexD.
    Jun 4, 2007
    10
    This was the game that first got me interested in RPGs. Though often confusing to a relatively new gamer, i dedicated myself to it and became This was the game that first got me interested in RPGs. Though often confusing to a relatively new gamer, i dedicated myself to it and became addicted. The storyline is amazing and, even with it's dated graphics, the game remains one of my most frequently played.… Expand
  5. GarrettR.
    Jan 15, 2002
    10
    If players buy a game because they like to play games, this is one of the best titles ever made in the RPG genre. If someone buys a game If players buy a game because they like to play games, this is one of the best titles ever made in the RPG genre. If someone buys a game because they like graphics and they are not truly gamers, just people who are bored with life, then this game is not for them. … Expand
  6. LevitonK.
    Jul 14, 2003
    10
    Even though the game has a somewhat slow start, it is spectacular in every other way. Even though the graphics aren't much better, and Even though the game has a somewhat slow start, it is spectacular in every other way. Even though the graphics aren't much better, and the sounds and battle system still lay true to the old days, the game is terrific. Heck, this game comes a close second to Dragon Warrior 4, which was by far the best of the Heaven Series.… Expand
  7. SeanD.
    Mar 31, 2005
    10
    This game is one of the best RPGS I have ever played.
  8. Slime:)
    Jul 21, 2005
    9
    Dragon Warrior VII is first RPG-game i have played. Story is really good and interesting and game give +100 hours playing...Class system is Dragon Warrior VII is first RPG-game i have played. Story is really good and interesting and game give +100 hours playing...Class system is good and skills and magics are nice, but mastering of classes is SO BORING!!! Fighting system eccentric (like i am here, hehheh...:)) but 3000 of fighting is too much. But i like this game!… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

10
#10 Best PS1 Game of 2001
16
#16 Most Discussed PS1 Game of 2001
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#5 Most Shared PS1 Game of 2001