Back to Stone
Back to Stone is an Action based RPG filled with puzzles and challenges.
Developer: Neko Entertainment Publisher: O~3 Entertainment Release Date: December 12, 2006 Platforms: GBA JustRPG Score: 58% Pros: +Nice story. +Vibrant graphics. +Good frame rate. Cons: -Horrible save feature. -Boring puzzle. -Repetitive. |
Back to Stone Overview
Back to Stone is one of the biggest RPGs ever made for a system like Gameboy Advance. With over 15 hours of material and tons of monsters and environments, it takes handheld RPG to a new level. Unfortunately Back to Stone has quite a few drawbacks. With an entertaining story unfolding over various environments and leading into numerous puzzles this RPG attempts to go where none have gone before.
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Aveyond
Aveyond is a straightforward old school RPG for those hooked on 2D adventures.
Developer: Amaranth Games Publisher: Amaranth Games Release Date: January 10, 2006 Platforms: PC JustRPG Score: 80% Pros: +Beautiful coloring. +Easy controls. +Entertaining and lots to do. Cons: -Bad graphics. -Poor Audio. -Very amateur. |
Aveyond Overview
Aveyond is the sequel to the free game Ahriman’s Prophecy. Aveyond features a unique musical soundtrack that although it is presented in low quality, far surpasses the games meager graphics. Adventurers in Aveyond can guide the female protagonist “Rhen” on her way to become a magical sword singer in this 2D adventure RPG.
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Avernum 3
Traverse the underworld of Avernum in this bare bone adventure RPG.
Developer: Spiderweb Software Publisher: Spiderweb Software Release Date: August 20, 2002 Platforms: PC JustRPG Score: 88% Pros: +Rich Story. +Enjoyable gameplay. +Strong combat mechanics. Cons: -Low budget. |
Avernum 3 Overview
Avernum 3 is a story about an underworld named Avernum. The Avernites, or the inhabitants of Avernum, have been sending a few chosen people above to the light to explore. Finding a whole world of beauty above the surface, the Avernites must fight for relations with the empire existing above the surface in hopes to keep the peace.
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Atelier Iris 2: The Azoth of Destiny
Atelier Iris 2: The Azoth of Destiny is the second part of this alchemy based series.
Developer: Gust Publisher: NIS America Release Date: April 25, 2006 Platforms: PS2 JustRPG Score: 78% Pros: +Beautiful artwork. +Improved gameplay. +Nice cutscenes. Cons: -Glitchy. -Poor Animations. -Linear combat. |
Atelier Iris 2: The Azoth of Destiny Overview
Atelier Iris 2: The Azoth of Destiny does not deliver anything out of the ordinary, but it is nonetheless a successful sequel. This addition to the series features improved graphics and much less glitch prone gameplay. With an extended storyline, new items, and minor improvements Atelier Iris 2: The Azoth of Destiny is good fixer-upper follow up for its predecessor.
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Atelier Iris: Eternal Mana
Adventure through this RPG as a young alchemist in search for the endless secrets of his profession.
Developer: Gust Publisher: NIS America Release Date: June 28, 2005 Platforms: PS2 JustRPG Score: 75% Pros: +Smooth 2D Art +Interesting Story +Good Translations Cons: -Glitchy. -Poor voice quality. -Simple and boring combat. |
Atelier Iris: Eternal Mana Overview
A rich storyline and deep gameplay make Atelier Iris: Eternal Mana an enjoyable RPG. Unfortunately audio/visual glitches take away from the games appeal, but there is definitely a whole bunch of fun to be had while adventuring through the virtual world. Players can spend as much time as they would like searching for recipes and rare items on their quest to complete this wonderful title.
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Arx Fatalis
A tribute to the old RPG Ultimate Underworld, Arx Fatalis pays its respects and delivers even more.
Developer: Arkane Studios Publisher: JoWood Productions Release Date: November, 2002 Platforms: PC, Xbox JustRPG Score: 85% Pros: +Cool item mechanics +Beautiful 3D world +Creative combat system Cons: -Uncomfortable interface. -Minor glitches. -Graphical drawing errors. |
Arx Fatalis Overview
Sans a few minor flaws, Arx Fatalis is a great success and delivers a wonderful playing experience. This adventure RPG gives the player plenty of options, and allows the gamer to solve problems and complete puzzles however they may choose. This open ended approach is a breathe of fresh air from most RPGs, and many will be happy to hear that Arx Fatalis keeps up the good work all the way until the very end.
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Ar tonelico: Melody of Elemia
Ar tonelico: Melody of Elemia is childish graphic novel fused into an RPG.
Developer: Gust Publisher: NIS America Release Date: Febuary 6, 2007 Platforms: PS2 JustRPG Score: 80% Pros: +Sexual Innuendos. +Easy learning curve. +Simple RPG interface. Cons: -Very childish. -Extremely easy. -Repetitive simple puzzles. |
Ar tonelico: Melody of Elemia Overview
Full of simple puzzles, repetitive conflicts, and childish sexual innuendos Ar tonelico: Melody of Elemia is quite an interesting RPG. The title contains all the elements of an RPG necessary for a great game, however they are all oversimplified to the point where the term “game” fails to apply. Without much challenge this title becomes more of a children’s book than a game.
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Archangel
Archangel is an Action-RPG combining both genres hoping to achieve something stellar.
Developer: Metropolis Software Publisher: JoWood Productions Release Date: October 30, 2002 Platforms: PC JustRPG Score: 62% Pros: +Action Packed. +Good concept. +Good visuals. Cons: -Poor items. -Annoying combat. -Bad human models. |
Archangel Overview
Archangel is half action game, half RPG. It sacrifices some of the character tweaking of an RPG for the fast paced storyline of an action title. A captivating storyline and inspirational visuals help this title fight back against its linear combat and other fallbacks. Consider Archangel the ugly bastard child of an Action game and an RPG.
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Arcanum: Of Steamworks and Magick Obscura
Arcanum: Of Steamworks and Magick Obscura is a tasty treat for those truly dedicated to RPGs.
Developer: Troika Games Publisher: Sierra Release Date: August, 2001 Platforms: PC JustRPG Score: 78% Pros: +Great character development. +Diverse items and quests. +Tons of choice. Cons: -Scrolling system. -Somewhat too complex. -Outdated visuals. |
Arcanum: Of Steamworks and Magick Obscura Overview
Arcanum: Of Steamworks and Magick Obscura is an open ended single player RPG. The player is allowed to traverse the continent of Arcanum unhindered as they interact with other characters, complete quests, and search for answers. Arcanum provides a very customizable experience, and the game allows the player to do their own thing while they explore this new world on the brink of industrial revolution.
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Anarchy Online
Hidden under countless bugs and glitches, Anarchy Online is the definition of an online RPG.
Developer: Funcom Publisher: Funcom Release Date: June, 2001 Platforms: PC JustRPG Score: 84% Pros: +Easy to use communication. +Tactical gameplay. +Fun PvP combat. Cons: -Boring repetitive fighting. -Full of bugs and glitches. -Outdated. |
Anarchy Online Overview
Anarchy Online is an old school Sci-Fi Online RPG plagued by technical difficulties. Looking past the bugs and glitches Anarchy Online becomes the quintessential online RPG of its time. Infamously addicting PvP combat and astoundingly diverse environments bring players to Anarchy Online from around the globe.
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