![]() ![]() ![]() Instead of the awesome real-time combat we had in all the other Kingdom Hearts games, we get a mix between turn-based and real-time this time around. ![]() I also like how most locations genuinely get the same atmosphere as on the Playstation 2 across, it shows that with enough hard work, a game can still make the jump to handheld systems. The game is quite strong in terms of graphics too, sprites are very detailed and the environments look top notch. Larxene especially is an unimaginable bitch that you genuinely want to kill. In my review of Kingdom Hearts 2 I made the point that they never seemed evil to me, but to Square's credit, they did throw the most evil members of the organization at us in this installment. This is the first game in the franchise where Organization XIII was introduced, this is a group of people who have lost their heart, but were able to live on. The list of songs contains some new tunes such as "Axel's theme", "the 13th dillema" and "memory in pieces", as well as a handful of familiar tunes like "Dearly Beloved". The music is of a pretty good quality for Game boy standards, combine that with the the masterfully composed songs that come with every Kingdom Hearts games and your ears are in for quite a surprise. A good looking and sounding game that balances it all out with solid gameplay and an intelligent, thought-provoking story.Įasily one of the best GBA games of 2004, if not THE best. ![]() This is a title that shows off what can be done with the system if placed in the right hands. The CG opening is stunning, and it's not the only movie in the game. An extremely well-crafted action/adventure/RPG that pushes the technical limits of the system like no other. It's an extremely recommended game for GBA, well into the "must-own" category. Still, Square adds some new spins to keep at least the ideas fresh. Tarzan was strangely missing from the mix this time. The last notable thing is that as good as the worlds are in KH:COM, I wish there had been some new worlds instead of the same worlds from the first game. Especially when you have to cycle through all of the pre-fight dialogue again. Captain Hook went off with his bomb attacks, and corned me to the point where I could do little more than watch helplessly as my entire life bar was drained away. This happened during my fight with Oogie Boogie, and was painful.īattles in general are attack or avoid, but some creatures will decimate you if not careful. So if you run out of the most necessary cards, you're out of luck. The card system has one flaw: In long battles, once the cards are gone, they're gone until the end of the battle. Given the impressiveness of the title, there's not much to complain about. Different, but once you get into how it's done, it becomes second nature. The card battle system is the most radical change, and though I do miss the hack/slash style of the first game, the battle system still makes sure action is the emphasis. Smart dialogue, and everything sounds in place. Even with the major absence of most voices, the text is well written, and emotionally resonant. But changes are not ignored, and explanations are placed within context of the story, so players can buy into it. Story? There are some changes, mostly with the card battle system and more notable how Sora and Co. Again, it makes for a pleasant and surprising audio experience. And the music is extremely well done, with the tunes from the PS2 game. Sound-wise, it has voice clips from the actors and actresses from the first game and movies. It's easily one of the most gorgeous GBA game out. The characters have a SNES Square style to them, are well animated, and instantly recognizable. Even when the normal gameplay starts, the effects are no less impressive. The effect is so jarringly unlike anything seen on Game Boy that you have to pause for a moment to fully take it in. That said, this game ties the first and second game together in a gorgeous package.įrom the first second of the game beginning, players are treated to a several minute full FMV of Sora, Donald, and Goofy's new adventure. It remains a noteworthy title, and shows how easily Square can blend their worlds with others (the previous attempt being Super Mario RPG). I enjoyed the original PS2 "Kingdom Hearts" game immensely. ![]()
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