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They're all sequels. Do I need to play these series in order? I don't think that's the case with FF, but is it the case with others. Any suggestions on which series I should play in order and which series don't require it would be greatly appreciated. Also, any recommendations on a game that MUST be played first so I can be cool in the RPG world? Console doesn't matter, thanks!
They're all sequels. Do I need to play these series in order? I don't think that's the case with FF, but is it the case with others. Any suggestions on which series I should play in order and which series don't require it would be greatly appreciated. Also, any recommendations on a game that MUST be played first so I can be cool in the RPG world? Console doesn't matter, thanks![/QUOTE]<span id='postcolor'>
Not sure about Tales or Suikoden, since I am not a fan of them (I am sure fans will be along soon), but I have played Star Ocean and Final Fantasy.
You don't need to play Star Ocean 2, and the first Star Ocean never made it out of Japan. You do get a bit more from having played the previous Star Ocean, but it is not necessary. You don't really miss anything.
Final Fantasy - with the exception of FFX-2 and all the FF7 spin-offs, every Final Fantasy is a stand-alone story. They are sequels only in that they share that indescribable FF "flavour".
I think you should pick up an FF definately. However, which one is a huge debate on these boards. I would recommend FFX myself as it is the most recent stand-alone FF (Not counting Crystal Chronicals or FF11 - a MMORPG) FF is usually THE RPG, eh?
Star Ocean is good too, but beware, it can be buggy.
Xenosaga is good if you like more story and movie than gameplay. It is the first chapter of a planned 6-game series.
I am enjoying Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne. It is a challenging game, but it may not be the best RPG to start off with.
So, I would pick up an FF first - go for FF7 or FFX.
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The Suikoden series can be played out of order, and still be just as enjoyable, but fans of the earlier games will giggle like little girls when they see favorite characters returning from the first game.
In my opinion, Suikoden I & II are the best. The third game was largely disliked because of its horrible battle system.
70 bucks for either of the Suikoden's, especially the second, is CHEAP, mind you.
(--Solon @ Dec. 16 2004,03:58)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE"><div>
(--Cliffius @ Dec. 16 2004,06:49)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">I'm not going to be $70 for it.</div>
70 bucks for either of the Suikoden's, especially the second, is CHEAP, mind you.</div>
That's insane.
(--Cliffius @ Dec. 16 2004,15:14)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE"><div>
(--Solon @ Dec. 16 2004,03:58)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE"><div>
(Cliffius @ Dec. 16 2004,06:49)</div><div class="QUOTEHEAD">QUOTE</div><div class="QUOTE">I'm not going to be $70 for it.</div>
70 bucks for either of the Suikoden's, especially the second, is CHEAP, mind you.</div>
That's insane.</div>
I literaly had to FIGHT for mine.
Oh God I'm blogging anime now?!?!?!?!/
Of course... without the manual.... or perhaps with broken packaging, or a poor disc. Yay.
Otherwise, grab that copy quick, because the people in that store obviously don't have a clue about what they're doing
Oh God I'm blogging anime now?!?!?!?!/
* just bought Shadowhearts 2 for $50 and Drakengard for $15.... CANADIAN money
Really it depends on what you mean by "ultimate" there are two ledgendary Pokemon that wander the land, but You can only get one per version unless you got an Eon ticket from Nintendo Power or the like.
There is another Ledgendary atop
a tower on the north side of the route east from Pacifidlog.
There are three pokemon with "regi" in their names, but for that you should check Gamefaqs.com becuase Its a rather long task to explain.
What I think Rico could have meant is that becuase of the element system there really is no "ultimate pokemon".
A level 70 mewtwo can be easily trumped by a common pokemon as many as 15 levels below that. I've done it, you just need to match the ellements to your advantage and you will never lose.
Or am I missing something?
P.S. I forgot to say that I use Alcohol 120% to run ISOs.
P.S. I forgot to say that I use Alcohol 120% to run ISOs.[/QUOTE]<span id='postcolor'>
Here's a tip: Buy the game.
sarirodord: You may have to look for a no-CD crack. There are mechanisms by which a game can tell you're not running off the original CD, and those will need to be disabled. It's probably better for everyone concerned, though, if you just pick up a cheap used copy of the PSX version and emulate it; the PC ports of Final Fantasy VII and VIII are dodgy.
I got my copy of Suikoden I for $10 new at a Sears a few years ago, but it was the last copy and I doubt you can find it anywhere now.