Lost Odyssey Review
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Subgenre: Turn-based/JRPG
Players: 1
Developer: Mistwalker, Feel Plus
Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios
Released: February 12, 2008
ESRB Rating: T for Teen (language, suggestive themes, use of alcohol, violence)
First and foremost this is a Final Fantasy game. Despite the title and lack of Chocobos this is what Final Fantasy XIII should have been. Lost Odyssey is a throw back, a dinosaur, a relic in terms of mechanics and presentation but in a time where gimmicks and flash reign supreme it's a welcome addition to the 360 library. Its loading times leave a little bit to be desired and the villains are a bit bland but these are really my only complaints. For a game that hit shelves in 2007-2008 it still looks and sounds better that many new releases.
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Apart from great fundamentals the game offers loads of content from side quests to collecting dreams that shed light on 1,000 years of pain and seclusion. Lost Odyssey has a little bit to offer everyone. The difficulty is such that you can adapt and out-think bosses with little grinding. It also offers additional "optional" bosses and areas for those hardcore gamers that crave an epic challenge. In conclusion this game is a must have for any true RPG fan.
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The breaks...
Graphics: 10/10 - At the time of its release this game was the "Final Fantasy X" of the console. The graphics are so good they hold up in today's RPG market.
Sound: 9.5/10 - Two words - Nobuo Uematsu. The voice acting was superb and I fondly remember the "Pop" of a perfectly executed attack or spell.
Gameplay: 9/10 - Classic JRPG goodness. If you're old school you will be right at home. The bosses are epic and the mechanics are time-tested.
Replayability: 8/10 - With the plethora of content and loot it's reasonable to assume there is plenty of new experiences per play-through. You can skip cut-scenes and speed up the narrative if you so wish. It's worth a 2nd and 3rd time through but that's it.
Overall: - 9.5/10