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Skies of Arcadia
GameCube
Released On: Jan 27, 2003
84
8.3
All Platforms
Metascore
Generally favorable
Based on 31 Critic Reviews
84
87% Positive
27 Reviews
27 Reviews
13% Mixed
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
Metascore
Generally favorable
Based on 31 Critic Reviews
84
87% Positive
27 Reviews
27 Reviews
13% Mixed
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
I didn't find myself level grinding at all, because the amount of random battles is more than enough to raise your characters to the point where the bosses are only moderate challenges.
User Score
Generally favorable
Based on 90 User Ratings
8.3
82% Positive
74 Ratings
74 Ratings
3% Mixed
3 Ratings
3 Ratings
14% Negative
13 Ratings
13 Ratings
User Score
Generally favorable
Based on 90 User Ratings
8.3
82% Positive
74 Ratings
74 Ratings
3% Mixed
3 Ratings
3 Ratings
14% Negative
13 Ratings
13 Ratings
One of my favorite games of all time. Story-line is incredible. Really feels like a full exploration and discovery with fun action.
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GameCube
For all of its failings though, Skies Of Arcadia Legends is a worthy game. The atmosphere draws you in completely, and the wonderful characters make your journey through this massive game a total joy.
If you are looking for an adventure of epic proportions with a sci-fi twist on pirates and that sports a classic, yet polished, RPG battle interface with some interesting innovations such as ship battles, then Skies of Arcadia Legends is definitely the game for you!
Almost a directors cut, there has been many cut scenes and even some characters added to tighten up the storyline, making the GC version of Skies a different, and even deeper game than its predecessor.
Considering it's a port, I would have been much happier if more attention was given to the audio and video.
The story is only average for a RPG (make that above average if you love the air pirates setting), the combat system is mildly interesting but lacks much in the way of depth and the presentation is a bit dated.
I played this a long time ago on the Dreamcast, and for whatever reason, it never quite clicked with my young, teenager self; so, I never finished it. I do remember watching my brother play this and loving the hell out of it. Fast forward some 20 years later, I decided I wanted to give it another shot; this time, playing the GCN version. What I can say is, I can't believe I didn't enjoy this, because I absolutely adore this game. It has so much character and love poured into it. I do lament that Legends does not have that awesome music quality of the DC version. Is it the best JRPG ever? Who knows, that depends on you. Is it a memorable one? Most definitely, and that's the main reason that brought me back to it. If you ever have the opportunity to play Skies of Arcadia, do not hesitate. It's so good, and I know you'll love it as much as I do.
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If you wonder to yourself what the epitome of SEGA can do when given the time and money look no further. This turn based RPG will go down as my number 1 for years to come. Not just due to all the nostalgia it holds years later, but because it was challenging, rewarding, and down right impressively emotional at times. The holy trinity for those of us who will grind, and sink many hours into fantastic digital worlds. When you finish a lengthy RPG sometimes you want to conclusion to mean the story is over. Sometimes you wish for a chance to continue exploring that place you quested in for so long. This game seems to satisfy all of these answers. As someone who has run through it 3x's I can say it feels like opening up a well aged bottle of your favorite loqua. There is a reason copies are around 80-100 dollars these days. Get a chance to play it while you still can!
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GameCube
If this game got a full remake, and not just simply hd remaster, I see it for a contender of GOTY. The exploration is top notch. And if you like endless skies and pirates, then just go out and buy this game now. No point in listening to me.
However, if you don't like dated jrpg game design from the 2000s and bad combat, then avoid this.
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GameCube
It seemed every time I started midly enjoying the game, I then ended up running around an area forever because the game never gives you any indication of where to go next, it treats the player like a kid yet it's just as stupid. The elemental weapon system is frankly annoying, especially when it's tied to learning magic. The camera is a pile of **** and your characters position in battle isn't controlled by you yet it affects the battles... This game is a trainwreck. Areas are designed to be annoying. Very little is obvious, nothing is compelling and everything feels pointless.
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Summary The age of exploration has dawned and you are about to embark on a magical journey, a voyage of discovery across the vast Skies of Arcadia in search of treasures untold, and where there is treasure, there will be Air Pirates! With over six vast lands to navigate, magnificent ships to fly and customize, a host of weapons and magical spell...
Rated T
for Teen
Platforms:
- PlayStation 2
- Dreamcast
- GameCube
Initial Release Date: Jan 27, 2003
Developer:
- Overworks
Publisher: Sega
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