Chrono Cross is the sequel to the 16-bit Chrono Trigger, a game in which many role-playing fans considered to be on par, if not better than the developers' other role-playing series, Final Fantasy. For those who are new to the franchise, it combined a turn-based battle system with an intense storyline and a host of classic characters.
As one of the only games to receive a perfect score from Famitsu, a well-respected Japanese gaming magazine, the storyline of Chrono Cross goes beyond the norm, as it concerns alternate dimensions as well as time travel. It focuses on the adventure of a boy named Serge who, on a dungeon exploration trip, stumbles into a parallel world in which his life had been cut short. After gathering his courage, Serge sets out to solve the mystery of his death.
Along the way, Serge will encounter a motley group of companions -- a total of 40 different characters will wander into the scene and interact with the protagonist. Each has his, her, or its, own unique personality traits and background story. For example, a female barkeep named Orlha is searching for a long lost sister while an accomplished wrestler known as Jillbert guards a gravesite. Many characters are of a non-human race. Kabu is a lazy, unproductive vegetable man and Irenes is a mermaid that uses healing abilities to cure those wounded in battle.
The battle system is a little different than the usual "pick a single attack and wait" equation. Instead, Chrono Cross introduces the use of stamina points. Each character is gifted with seven stamina points at the beginning of a fight. Battle options are divided into weak, middle and strong powers with the more powerful attacks requiring a larger number of stamina points. Therefore, you can use any combination of moves within the seven-point range. If you'd like a single massive strike, go ahead and pick a strong power hit. If you'd rather land the first blow, pick a weak attack and utilize your quickness.
Additionally, the magical system is based on a combination of fighting and spell casting. As you attack a monster, you'll gain the power to cast a variety of magic spells. If you plan on taking it easy, your characters will never become powerful magicians. A bar indicates the level of your magical power; as it grows, you'll gain the ability to cast increasingly powerful incantations. The characters can combine spells to unleash some big time destruction.
Chrono Cross is a single-player adventure compatible with the PlayStation's Dual Shock Analog Controller and memory card device. Can you unravel the mystery of Serge's untimely death? He's counting on you!
FREAKING AMAZING!!!!!!!!! This game is quite possibly the best I've ever played. Immense story and detail, hours of gameplay and amazing features, I just wish that they would continue the franchize on newer consoles. Submitted by scrody_altpressed (Your Mom's House) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 1 found this helpful.
Chrono Cross !!! Until now, Chrono Cross is the second best RPG, after FF VII, for Playstation I. What more can I say about a game with 10 at GameSpot and 9,7 IGN ?
Everybody must have this game too !!!
Thanks again CD Universe for fast delivery in Brazil. Submitted by capelin (Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 2 of 3 found this helpful.
Classic a game that is propelled by an intricate story line full of twists and turns with visuals to match. one of the best RPG's ever made, highly recommended. Submitted by stmikale (Manchester, UK) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 2 found this helpful.
raaaa wow this game is amazing..but i can NEVER beat it!!...i played it 5 to 6 years ago for 3 years and couldnt get passed the first disk but its worth playing and i lost the game 5 years ago and im tryin to find it again...:'[ Submitted by asswipex666 (hampton, va, usa) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Best Game Ever Made!!!! This has got to be one of the best games ever made. I played the game aoubt 7 times, my mom has played it about 3 times, and my dad has played it like 2 times. That just goes to show how great a game this is. I honestly think that it is a better RPG than the Final Fantasy Series including FF7. This game is a must have for any RPG fan and Playstaion Owner. Submitted by Epic Man ("Chesterfield, VA, USA") Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
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