Phantasy Star Online Episode III: C.A.R.D. Revolution

 GameCube
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Mar 2, 2004
Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 24
  3. Negative: 1 out of 24
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  1. N-Insanity
    74
    Yeah, it's a strange game.
  2. GameSpot
    72
    The deciding factor should be whether or not you appreciate the Phantasy Star Online aesthetic and would be interested in playing a card battling game alongside and against other players in that universe. If so, then PSO will have plenty to offer you.
  3. GamePro
    70
    Unfortunately, the focus on strategy has placed the RPG elements firmly in the back seat, and the story feels out of place and intrudes rudely on the pleasure of card battling. PSOEIII's attempt to infuse a decent card game with a rich plot only confuses matters.
  5. NintendoWorldReport
    65
    Unfortunately, one of the biggest flaws within PSO III becomes quite apparent once a battle begins. Everything takes an inordinately long amount of time.
  6. TotalGames.net
    60
    This sequel isn't as approachable. We also get the pheeling that you already know if you'll like this without reading the review.
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  7. G4 TV
    60
    In the end, the cards were a good idea, but the dice wreck the curve by robbing the game of strategy. No matter how well you plan ahead, a bad roll of the dice can cripple you, sometimes for the rest of the match.
  8. Edge Magazine
    60
    Aged environments and models are wheeled out and the interface is surprisingly clunky and obtrusive. There is a solid game here to prop it up, but it's indicative of the no-frills production that even the robotic announcer seems to be phoning in its performance. [May 2004, p.103]
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  9. GMR Magazine
    60
    While PSO began as a genuine phenomenon, it ends with something more like a fizzled experiment.
  10. Cheat Code Central
    50
    I like the card game and find it addicting, but to me it's not really worthy of having an entire game created around it. I miss the RPG action. The turn-based card game gameplay would have made an interesting mode or mini-game. It's like making a main course out of the appetizer.
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  11. games(TM)
    50
    The whole tone of the game has shifted; it's no longer a community, just a vast gladiatorial arena. [Aug 2004, p.118]
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#45 Best GameCube Game of 2004
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#33 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2004

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 18 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 18
  3. Negative: 2 out of 18
  1. Diablo2
    Jul 18, 2023
    10
    Amazing game. Those burned out on action hack and slash that seems more and more the rage over stopping and thinking, this fun card adaptionAmazing game. Those burned out on action hack and slash that seems more and more the rage over stopping and thinking, this fun card adaption of pso is the way to enjoy a slower pace with a well thought out system, while still being emerged in the fantastic atmosphere of PSO 1&2, including the music and the dreamy landscapes people and pioneer ship in deep space.… Full Review »
  2. GamecubeLover
    Jul 25, 2016
    9
    Not as good as episode 1 and 2 but this game is enjoyable no matter what. Sure there is a lot of minor flaws but doesn't really effect theNot as good as episode 1 and 2 but this game is enjoyable no matter what. Sure there is a lot of minor flaws but doesn't really effect the gameplay. This game is enjoyable.… Full Review »
  3. AndyE.
    Jul 4, 2005
    10
    I liked it and it's more than challenging after the ARKZ attack the Piooner 2!
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