Golden Sun

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Universal acclaim- based on 335 Ratings

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  • Summary: In a dark time, an epic adventure begins as evil slowly envelops the world! The forces of darkness are pursuing the lost art of Alchemy, and as they draw ever closer to their foul purpose, mankind's future hangs in the balance. You and your companions are the last hope: armed with nobleIn a dark time, an epic adventure begins as evil slowly envelops the world! The forces of darkness are pursuing the lost art of Alchemy, and as they draw ever closer to their foul purpose, mankind's future hangs in the balance. You and your companions are the last hope: armed with noble weapons, mysterious Psynergy and a host of elemental creatures, you must find a way to stem the evil tide. Your ordinary life is over, as a Golden Sun rises above you and forever broadens your horizon!

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. Nintendo Power
    100
    The beautiful quest is probably the richest, most intricate RPG ever to have hit a handheld. [Nov 2001, p.144]
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  2. G4 TV
    100
    It's the best original (nonport) GBA RPG to date, sporting stellar graphics, above-average sound, and a worthwhile experience (at least 20 hours of gameplay) that should make that next family roadtrip that much more tolerable.
  3. TotalGames.net
    95
    'brilliant', 'fantastic' and 'a breathtaking work of genius.'
  4. Yahoo!
    90
    If you're one of those many people who continue to pine for a Square RPG on your favourite Nintendo handheld, then rejoice because your prayers have damn near been answered with this game.
  5. Armchair Empire
    90
    Gorgeous graphics, dazzling audio, a charming storyline and overall appealing game play -- and it all fits neatly inside your pocket!
  6. Gamer's Pulse
    86
    The crowning glory of Golden Sun lies in its stunning graphics. Great environments, characters, and especially fight scenes.
  7. All Game Guide
    80
    Gameplay seldom strays from long-established RPG convention, but Golden Sun incorporates some of the best elements of classics such as the Final Fantasy, Phantasy Star, and even Legend of Zelda series, in its own distinct and unified style.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 102 out of 113
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 113
  3. Negative: 6 out of 113
  1. JoeM.
    Dec 20, 2003
    10
    Ryan is a total idiot this game rocked.
  2. RobinO.
    Sep 20, 2002
    10
    Best RPG for GBA sofar. I would call this a console type Puzzle RPG :)
  4. Keele
    Jan 7, 2010
    10
    Michael, you're also an idiot. I've played such spectacular games and rpgs, such as Chrono Trigger, Xenogears, most of the Final Michael, you're also an idiot. I've played such spectacular games and rpgs, such as Chrono Trigger, Xenogears, most of the Final Fantasy games and many more. Even so, Golden Sun was/is brilliant. It's graphics, for it's time of release, are exceptional (I don't know what the hell you're going on about with ''CHEEZY''). It had a great captivating storyline. Good gameplay. Fun puzzles. Awesome tunes. I'm unsure that we've both played the same game, or that you've actually played the game at all.… Expand
  5. MattK.
    Aug 16, 2005
    10
    The most amazng game ive ever played in my life.
  6. SwitSwat
    Aug 24, 2014
    10
    As a handheld RPG, it works fairly well. The story is interesting, memorable characters and great fight mechanics. I would say it's one of theAs a handheld RPG, it works fairly well. The story is interesting, memorable characters and great fight mechanics. I would say it's one of the top ten GBA games. If you are a fan of RPGs, definitely try this out. 10/10… Expand
  7. ABTonez
    Jun 27, 2022
    10
    Perfect in all sense. This game which was release around 20 years ago can beat a lot of games from the actual era. Great history, greatPerfect in all sense. This game which was release around 20 years ago can beat a lot of games from the actual era. Great history, great graphics, long game with a great environment that will make you feel it wasn't long. That makes this game magic.… Expand
  8. wes777123
    Jun 23, 2023
    0
    People need to check their nostalgia goggles. This game is terrible. Every second i try playing it i get incredibly pissed off and thats notPeople need to check their nostalgia goggles. This game is terrible. Every second i try playing it i get incredibly pissed off and thats not even if im at a difficukt part. Something about this game just rubs me the wrong way. I dont think ive ever disliked an rpg this much. Doubt ill even finish it and i cant stand not finishing games.… Expand

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#4 Best Game Boy Advance Game of 2001
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#1 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2001
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#1 Most Shared Game Boy Advance Game of 2001