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Final Fantasy Chronicles (Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy IV)
Studio : Square Enix
by Square Enix
Brand : Square Enix
Model : 9796
Platform : PlayStation
Release Date : 2003-06-30
Publisher : Square Enix
Minimum Age : 12.0 Years
Maximum Age : 20.0 Years
Manufacturer Minimum Age : 13.0 Years
Availability : Usually ships in 1-2 business days
EAN : 0662248901015
UPC : 662248901015
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 173 reviews)
List Price : $16.99
Our Price : $9.97
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The Final Fantasy Chronicles set includes new opening and closing cinematic sequences for Chrono Trigger and re-creations of memorable sequences
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New abilities include a "dash" feature, allowing players to move quickly through towns and dungeons
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2-player mode allows players to participate in battles together
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Improved localization of the original unedited story
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Includes all the original monsters, abilities, items and scenes that were not seen in the SNES version
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Product Description |
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This old school compilation from Square includes "Final Fantasy IV" (known as "FF2" as a 1991 US SNES release which introduced the Active Time Battle system) and "Chrono Trigger" (1995's precursor to the wildly popular "Chrono Cross").Format: PSX Genre: RPG (VG)/ Rating: T - Teen UPC: 662248901015 Manufacturer No: 9796 |
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Americancivilwar.com Review |
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Showcasing enhanced versions of the Super Nintendo classics Final Fantasy IV and Chrono Trigger, Final Fantasy Chronicles is a must-have "retro" bundle for the serious role-playing game fan. Originally released in the U.S. in 1991 as Final Fantasy II, the groundbreaking Final Fantasy IV introduced the "Active Time Battle" combat system that has since become a staple in the series. In addition to new computer animation sequences and minor gameplay enhancements, this reissue sports a new dialogue translation that is more faithful to the Japanese version and fleshes out the previously pared-down story of a conflicted knight and his quest for redemption. Although not as well known as Final Fantasy IV--and not even part of the Final Fantasy series, for that matter--1995's Chrono Trigger is a nonlinear adventure game where players must travel across time to save a princess (and the world in the process). New Japanese cartoon cutscenes from animator Akira Toriyama (creator of Dragonball Z) grace the updated Chrono Trigger, and an extras mode (filled with game-related goodies that must be unlocked) has been added, increasing the already high replay value of this title with multiple endings. Admittedly, the games' two-dimensional graphics and simplistic sounds are quite "last generation," which may turn off some younger gamers and recent converts to the genre, but their solid gameplay, deep storyline, and memorable characters are still first-rate by today's standards. --Joe Hon Pros: - Brings together two classic Super Nintendo role-playing games
- Retranslated text of Final Fantasy IV more faithful
- Extras mode increases Chrono Trigger's replay value
- New animated "movie" sequences
Cons: - In-game graphics and sounds are quite dated
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Americancivilwar.com Product Description |
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The two classic RPGs in this compilation not only represent hours upon hours of story, character, and action, they also present the background for two recent bestselling, critically hailed games: Final Fantasy IX and Chrono Cross. With all the different names for the original 1991 release of the first title in this compilation (Final Fantasy IV in Japan, Final Fantasy II in the U.S.), role-players new to the game may get confused. Make no mistake, though: Final Fantasy Chronicles marks the first time this pivotal installment of the cherished game series has ever been available on the PlayStation. In Final Fantasy IV, players take on the role of Cecil, a loyal captain who questions the orders of his king, and for it is sent to slay a mysterious beast in a nearby valley. In Chrono Trigger, Chrono must follow princess Marle's teleportation through time and locate her before an intergalactic parasite arrives to destroy the world. The original game, also on the PlayStation for the first time, was one of the first nonlinear role-playing games. The decisions that players make during the game will point them toward one of more than a dozen possible endings. These new versions retain the authentic Japanese SNES stories and characters while updating their graphics and adding new full-motion video sequences and other features. |
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Classic |
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Final Fantasy IV (Final Fantasy II for SNES) is definitely reason enough to buy this package. The many characters of this game are woven together in an incredible storyline that remains one of my favorite RPG games of all time. The graphics suck compared to whats out there today, but if your looking for a game that will keep you interested all the way through to the end, than this is definitely a smart buy. Chrono Trigger is also a fun game with many alternative endings. |
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Great, but get the originals if you can afford them. |
Please don't take my three-star overall rating as an attack against either game; these classics are two of the greatest RPGs ever released.
However, keep in mind that these are (obviously) not actually the games in their original forms. There exist minor differences in the games, the controls, and notably in the load times caused by the disc system; on which note, these are also more easily broken than Nintendo's nearly-indestructible cartridges. Also, the fact that they're not originals counts for much on its own.
The only reason I would suggest buying this item is if you have a PlayStation already /and/ cannot afford the (very expensive) original SNES titles Final Fantasy II and Chrono Trigger. Not having an SNES is no excuse; if you're a serious classic RPG gamer, you have or are looking to obtain an SNES or Super FamiCom anyway. It remains home to some of the greatest RPG titles ever released, including FFII, FFIII, Chrono Trigger, Secret of Mana, Mother II (US EarthBound), Illusion of Gaia, Breath of Fire, Zelda: A Link to the Past, Lord of the Rings vol. 1, and more (particularly for the Super FamiCom), most of which do not exist for any other system.
So, in summary, if you already have a PS1 and want to play these two wonderful classics cheaply, get this. If you have money to spend and want quality, get the originals. |
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The Weak Link of the Re-Releases |
If I had enjoyed Final Fantasy IV a bit more than I did, the review would be 5 stars. There's nothing inherently wrong with the game, it just didn't give me the same feeling as the other classic Final Fantasies have. Along with 6, 4 is an FF that was well made but just inexplicably unable to draw me in (the opposite of FF7, which I got into while I played but seems so shabby when I look back at it). 4 is certainly for someone, but it's not for me, you'll have to compare it against your own tastes.
Chrono Trigger, on the other hand, is a prime example of a classic RPG. While the protagonist is silent, the other characters develop well along the storyline. The weapon and skill system is set up to nigh-perfection; everyone has a set role, but Square manages to pull it off without making the system too limited. The music, while a bit dated, is still rather pleasant and the graphics are vibrant compared to its contemporaries. |
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astonishing deal that you simply shouldn't pass up |
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Even though that most people will overlook this game because it's a PlayStation game that's a re-release of a 16-bit game during a time when we've already moved on to the 128-bit generation, if you're an RPG fan that has yet to play either of these classics, it's a must-have title. With the multiple endings and fantastical game design and lovable characters, Chrono Trigger alone is worth the full price of admission. Add in Final Fantasy IV and you have an astonishing deal that you simply shouldn't pass up. Jody Bissoon |
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Final Fantasy Chronicles (Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy IV) |
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i am a big fan of squear enix what can i say if you like rpg's these to games are a window to the past of great rpgs. if you are a fan then i recamends picking up this tittle. |
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