Phantasy Star Online Episode I & II

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 30 Ratings

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  • Summary: The Phantasy Star adventure that began on the PC now comes to the Xbox and Xbox Live with new gaming modes and new content. Phantasy Star Online I & II features new character classes, weapons, enemies, items, and quests. A new split-screen feature allows three of your friends to join you onThe Phantasy Star adventure that began on the PC now comes to the Xbox and Xbox Live with new gaming modes and new content. Phantasy Star Online I & II features new character classes, weapons, enemies, items, and quests. A new split-screen feature allows three of your friends to join you on your adventure, as well as in other game modes, on the same console. Episode I includes all of the content from the original PSO and PSO Version 2, while Episode II brings a new, full-length adventure.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. Play Magazine
    100
    A marvelous game, and the fact that it's not really changed on the Xbox is irrelevant. [June 2003, p.67]
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  2. Gaming Age
    91
    Voice chatting during the game with people from all around the country, while hammering through the games dungeons and challenge modes, is an awesome experience.
  3. GameZone
    90
    The color usage is really stunning, with all of the neon lighting and exotic environments.
  4. Armchair Empire
    81
    Phantasy Star Online is definitely not an Xbox Live gaming experience for everybody, although gamers who may be more adjusted to the traditional Final Fantasy-style RPG hit/miss combat system at the heart of PSO will enjoy it immensely.
  5. Game Chronicles
    80
    If you are looking for a true MMORPG and not a fan of "dungeon crawlers", PSO may not be for you. With that said, I detest dungeon drawlers and thrive on the complexity found in games like Ultima Online but still enjoyed my time with Phantasy Star Online Episode 1 & 2 immensely.
  6. Yahoo!
    80
    Although it seems likely most people will end up playing the traditional modes, the additions are interesting, and voice chat is worth the price of admission on its own.
  7. Gamer's Pulse
    58
    As with all console versions of PSO, serious design flaws significantly detract from the game, namely poor enemy AI and sensory awareness, horrible targeting, and a thin plot.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. LeifD.
    Apr 20, 2003
    10
    Really great game. It is the one game that is the best RPG I have played. Ill be playing this all the times.
  2. Death...
    Mar 29, 2003
    10
    This game is king of rpgs.
  4. JudasKiss12
    Jun 20, 2015
    10
    My favorite game ever made, period. Seemingly endless amounts of content, with hundreds upon hundreds of weapons to find, ranging from RPGMy favorite game ever made, period. Seemingly endless amounts of content, with hundreds upon hundreds of weapons to find, ranging from RPG staples like broadswords, katanas, and bows, to sci-fi lightsaber goodness. Want to wield a sword similar to a Star Wars lightsaber? It's in here. Want a giant two-handed monstrosity like Guts from Berserk? It's in here, too. Want a sniper rifle? Yep. Dual-lightsaber like Darth Maul? Got it. You'll never stop playing.… Expand
  5. AdnyA.
    Apr 24, 2003
    10
    If there is truly a drug on this planet that's severly dangerous to one's health, this would be it. I've been so addicted to If there is truly a drug on this planet that's severly dangerous to one's health, this would be it. I've been so addicted to this game non-stop since the day i purchased it! It's easily the most fun action RPG co-op game yet. Bravo sonic team, I loved this on the Dreamcast, it's great on the Gamecube, but your excellence has truley shined here on the Xbox. especially with voice chat involved! i havent had this much fun since the good old days of the 16-bit era. where two-four players can play a game in a non-death match/ sports/ fighting enviornment, and play co-operativly through stages of intense action and battle scenerios! PSO forever!… Expand
  6. IcewulfOldschool
    Sep 13, 2003
    10
    Truly wounderful. voicechat to soccer to weapons... This and Nexus are one of the best online games.
  7. RobertB.
    Aug 17, 2005
    10
    This is one of the best games i have ever played! i played it for the gamecube first with my friends and got addicted, i was over there 24/7, This is one of the best games i have ever played! i played it for the gamecube first with my friends and got addicted, i was over there 24/7, then i got it for xbox and played online.....i didn't eat for days.....no sleep...almost died...but who cares! it was all worth it, even with the hacks and mods people do it is still probally the best game ever. Awesome weapons and character creation, the battle system is really cool and the graphics are pretty good, i suggest you buy this game...in fact, by 3 of them in case a cd breaks or something :)… Expand
  8. Macc
    Apr 9, 2003
    8
    Fable i kinmg of RPG's. This is a good game howerver

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Awards & Rankings

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#34 Best Xbox Game of 2003
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#33 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2003