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Lost Odyssey is an exceptional title. It mixes a compelling story with a perfectly presented and balanced game.
Pros: Fantastic music and visuals; well defined characters; evenly paced; balanced battle system; novel ring system; level grinding is not necessary
Cons: Item hunting in scenery gets tiresome; one over dramatic scene; occasional long load times
I've never been a great fan of Japanese role-play games. However, Lost Odyssey hit every one of my gaming buttons. It features an engrossing story in an imaginative game world. The presentation is exceptional with a unique "Future-Medieval" art style and some wonderful music by Uemastu.
The usual JRPG teenage angst is replaced with more adult themes of death, love and loss. The characters are all interesting and appealing. And with the exception of one scene, the game deftly blends drama, tragedy and comedy. The writing is universally good and never descends into Eastenders like character changes.
If you have never played or enjoyed a JRPG in the past, then Lost Odyssey could be the gateway game for you. If you are a fan, then this is an essential purchase.
5/5
1 comment:
Liked the informative, concise review - it's made me want to try a JRPG for the first time. I've always viewed them as a bit immature (wrongly perhaps), but Lost Odyssey appeals a lot more than Blue Dragon does.
Adam @ Games for Dads
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