this game is so much better then i expected it to be! it feels so much like FF8 or FFX. the soundtrack by uematsu is absolutely fantastic!
any final fantasy or older square RPG fans HAVE to buy this! Voices and ingame menus are in english . (japanese or korean voices also included)
Innovative RPG gameplay: Massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) elements are blended into the game's traditional role-playing game system, enabling players to make strategic decisions for a more immersive and deep gameplay experience.
Engaging and unparalleled emotional story: With story sequences penned by award-winning Japanese novelist Kiyoshi Shigematsu in cooperation with producer Hironobu Sakaguchi,Lost Odyssey sets a new benchmark for the RPG genre with a combination of true-to-life cinematics and an intriguing story of an immortal man.
Massive scope: The massively scoped worlds, memorable characters and epic storyline play as an intense and unsettling blockbuster action film. Heading up the artistic demands of the title is famed Japanese comic artist Takehiko Inoue.
Realistic next-generation graphics: Powered by Unreal Engine 3 technology, Lost Odyssey boasts stunning visual fidelity and rendering quality. The technology pushes high-definition visual designs to a higher level and brings out the smallest details in the largest battles.
description
Lost Odyssey™ is the story of Kaim, an immortal character who has lived more than 1,000 years. He doesn't remember his past, and he doesn't know where his future lies. Throughout Kaim's journey, a handful of characters will join him on an odyssey to discover their intricate past and destiny, leading players through a dramatic story of massive scale. Lost Odyssey features breathtaking visuals and an epic adventure made possible only by the power of Xbox 360™.
Voice/Text: English, Japanese, French, Italian, German
Genre
RPG
Version
US
ESRB Teen Titles rated T (Teen) have content that may be suitable for ages 13 and older. Titles in this category may contain violence, suggestive themes, crude humor, minimal blood, simulated gambling, and/or infrequent use of strong language.
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ktoombs(5) on 01, Dec. 2008 13:48 (HKT)
Average Game The game starts out great. The graphics are great and the story seems promising. But as you play you notice that battles take forever. This is because in each new battle they show the area of the battle and the monsters before th battle starts. The battle progressions are pretty slow too. I also found that area bosses were more difficult than the monsters in the area. Most of the skills ans spells you are given aren't that effective. I really didn't care for the ring battle systme, didn't add anything interting. The game really slows down in the 4th diak and puts you in some battles that are just too hard (the 4 monsters with a time limit.) It actually becomes a chore to actually want to beat this game. When this game came out it was one of the only rpgs in the market. If you are considering a better rpg now go with Tales of Vesperia.
Lost Odyssey If there were an epic game with a "who's who" Japanese production team, Lost Odyssey would fit the bill. The game is published by Microsoft but developed by the legendary Hironobu Sakaguchi - father of the hit Final Fantasy series. Other big names assisting include Takehiko Inoue - famous creator of the hit manga series Slam Dunk, Nubuo Uematsu - famed music composer of many Final Fantasy games and another famous scribe, Kiyoshi Shigematsu. Packaged in four DVDs, this is possibly the biggest video game ever. It's easy to see why - the graphics are awesome, characters look very real in high-definition, movie cutscenes are cinema-quality and designed to make you weep. As for gameplay, it's just very, very long. Lost Odyssey isn't for everyone. You won't find instant hack-and-slash action like in Diablo or the complex character customisation of World Of Warcraft. What you get is a long-drawn but engaging story about an amnesic 1,000-year-old immortal hero Kaim who slowly regains his memory as the game progresses. Much time is spent unearthing his melancholic and chivalric values, as he explores the world and familiar scenes trigger flashbacks. When that happens, you will be "treated" to long text-based stories, part of the 1,000 years dream" feature of the game. I read only the first one and not another word. Combat is turn-based and you can control multiple characters one at a time. You need to place your meat-tanks in the front row to protect the characters at the back - usually low hit point spell casters. Every character and monster on the battlefied has an "attack speed" which decides who goes first. Your "melee" characters will charge towards the enemy and a giant ring will appear. Press the right trigger immediately and the giant ring shrinks towards an inner ring. When both are aligned, release the right trigger to unleash more damage. There are different kinds of magic and attacks, from the purely physical to elemental-based ones like fire and water. Shooting a fireball at a fire-based creature won't hurt it much but a water-based attack will. A good strategy is to use your casters to heal while the brawny characters attack with swords. Like the traditional Final Fantasy series, there are plenty of random battles that sprout as your explore nooks and crannies to find objects to boost your fighting prowess or heal your heroes. Overall, Lost Odyssey is very traditional Japanese-style RPG. If you liked Final Fantasy VII and Grandia, this is definitely for you. But if senseless violence and carnage is not your cup of tea, Lost Odyssey isn't the jouirney for you to embark on.
rkgambill(2) on 05, Mar. 2008 05:20 (HKT)
Best RPG for a long time. Lost Odyssey is by far the best RPG I've played in quite a few years. The gameplay is solid, the story is incredible, the characters are memorable, the graphics & music are both beautiful, and it has hands-down the best voice acting of any game ever made. I can't say enough good about this game. My only complaint is the fact that the game itself ends.
Awesome game. I can honestly say this is the first JRPG I've ever played.
And I'm happy with it.
Characters,story, graphics; everything is great.
Highly recommend.
Rebirth of Turn-based Ignore the critics and arrogant reviewers for a moment and think about what you as a gamer want. If you're like most JRPG fans and have a fondness for the tried and true turn-based formula, then absolutely get this game. If you've never played a turn-based JRPG before and are curious, definitely give this game a try.
It's time to stop letting critics tell us gamers what's cool and what's outdated. This game is a prime example of reviewers getting ahead of themselves and failing to understand what JRPG gamers want or desire. Like fine aged-wine this game is a distillation of decades of Sakaguchi's JRPG pedigree.
Impressive, but... there are certain flaws, which are difficult to overlook.
It is quite a decent looking Final Fantasy game for the 360, very old school and just another generic Jap. rpg.
Nevertheless, I think it s worth a play.
Great game It is one of my first J-RPG's, and I am really surprised. The visual is amazing and the story is really good. The English voices are good, too, and overall the game is a must-buy for anyone who likes the Asian styled role play games. It works on PAL machines!
Since FF7... Best JRPG i've played since FF7,Great storytelling,well developed characters,amazing atmosphere,and some wonderfull graphics,highly recommended.
