Summoner 2
Summoner 2 is an action role playing game that was developed by Volition Inc, published by THQ, and released for the PS2 and GameCube on September 30, 2002.
Developer: Volition Inc. Publisher: THQ Release Date: September 30, 2002 Platforms: PS2, GameCube JustRPG Score: 84% Pros: +Interesting story line. +Innovative combat system. +Interesting non combative game mechanics. Cons: -Complex game mechanics. -No replay value. -Mediocre voice acting. |
Summoner 2 Overview
Summoner 2 is an action oriented RPG that was released for the PS2 and GameCube in late 2002. The game supports a real time combat system where the player casts spells to defeat their foes. The spells are cast over time and more complex spells take longer to cast. Beside from the fun combat system there are other game modes where the player’s main character influence the local towns changing what services they are able to offer. Overall Summoner 2 is a great action RPG that is worth playing if you are a fan of the genre.
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Tales of Symphonia
Tales of Symphonia is an action role playing game that was developed by Namco and released for the Nintendo GameCube on July 13, 2004.
Developer: Namco Publisher: Namco Release Date: July 13, 2004 Platforms: GameCube JustRPG Score: 85% Pros: +Addictive gameplay. +Great story line. +Pleasing graphics. +Many hours of gameplay. Cons: -Some characters are bland. -Repetitive combat system. |
Tales of Symphonia Overview
Tales of Symphonia is an action role playing game that was released on two discs for the Nintendo GameCube. The combat system was real time which was a rare occurrence for the Nintendo GameCube. The story line was very memorable and well thought out and offered many hours of gameplay for the player. Overall the game was very entertaining and had good replay value.
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Animal Crossing
Animal Crossing provides tons of hours of game play for casual gamers and full time gamers alike. Buy your own house and start your own adventure today!
Developer: Nintendo Publisher: Nintendo Release Date: September 16, 2002 Platforms: Gamecube JustRPG Score: 85% Pros: +Tons of replay value +Ecards add to replay value +Hundreds of items to collect Cons: -High cost for extra content |
Animal Crossing Overview
Animal Crossing is a brilliant role playing game that puts the player in the role of a new occupant of a town. The player is expected to pay off their new house debt, while they collect items, furniture, bugs, fossils, or anything else they want! With quirky characters to befriend and do favors for this game can offer countless hours of game play that will still stay fresh years after the first time you play it, although after spending hours doing the same tasks some players may find the game repetitive.
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The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
Players who enjoyed the Chronicles of Narnia movie will enjoy this hack-and-slash RPG adventure that is based on the movie.
Developer: Traveller’s Tale Publisher: Buena Vista Games Release Date: November 14,2005 Platforms: PS2, PC, XBox, GameCube, DS JustRPG Score: 80% Pros: +Impressive Visuals +Great Adaptation of Movie Cons: -Repetitive -“It’s Been Done Before” Feel |
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Overview
Players are able to take control of any of the main characters in the Chronicles of narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe. The game follows the movie closely, and the player(s) can use special abilities depending on which characters they are currently using. In addition to this, characters are able to use ‘team up’ attacks to do even more damage to their enemies and the levels. The game is reminiscent of the Lord of the Rings games that came out with the Lord of the Rings Movies.
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Baten Kaitos
Dive into the vibrant fantasy world of Baten Kaitos for a unique experience.
Developer: Monolith Publisher: Namco Release Date: November 16, 2004 Platforms: GC JustRPG Score: 79% Pros: +Soundtrack. +Lengthy. +Artwork. Cons: -Weird leveling system. -Voice distortion. -Glitchy graphics. |
Baten Kaitos Overview
Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean is an interesting RPG where the player doesn’t actually control the main character, instead they control the ‘Guardian Spirit’ which guides the protagonist on his journey. The game world is made up of floating islands that players can explore and collect Magnus or cards to become more powerful and advance through the title.
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Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance
The hack and slash favorite: Baldur’s Gate, developed specifically for consoles.
Developer: Snowblind Studios Publisher: Interplay Release Date: 2001 Platforms: PS2, Xbox, GC JustRPG Score: 84% Pros: +Co-op mode. +Nice Graphics. +Cut scenes. Cons: -Very short. -Sometimes difficult. -Lack of customization. |
Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance Overview
Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance is the console adaptation of the action/adventure RPG series. The title is perfect for those looking for new twists and adventures while they cut their foes to pieces in real-time combat. Based on modified Dungeons and Dragons rules, Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance delivers a short punchy story full of enjoyable combat and action.
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