Arc the Lad: Twilight of the Spirits

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  • Summary: Twilight of the Spirits is the first game in the series to be presented entirely in realtime 3D, and breaks significantly with the connected storyline of Arcs one through three. Set some thousands of years after that story concluded, it tells the story of two brothers -- one demon, one humanTwilight of the Spirits is the first game in the series to be presented entirely in realtime 3D, and breaks significantly with the connected storyline of Arcs one through three. Set some thousands of years after that story concluded, it tells the story of two brothers -- one demon, one human -- whose lives intersect across a 60-hour quest. [Sony]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 39
  3. Negative: 1 out of 39
  1. GamingTrend
    94
    If you love RPGs for their rich characters and ability to tell a great story then Arc the Lad is for you. If you absolutely must have complex character development (stats), or an open ended game you probably won't like Arc the Lad.
  2. GameZone
    82
    The storyline is excellent and the look of the game is as well. The controls may take some getting used to, but the overall design of the game is superb.
  3. Gamers' Temple
    81
    A better than average RPG. Woo-hoo…
  4. GameSpy
    73
    I liken it to a big, dumb, friendly guy: an affable, warm-hearted chap that you'd be friends with in real life even if he doesn't offer any useful insights or advice. Reliable, trustworthy and true: that's Arc the Lad: Twilight of the Spirits.
  5. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    70
    This 40-hour quest could've really used a few legitimate dungeons to explore, but the narrative and combat alone kept me hooked. [July 2003, p.106]
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  6. Game Revolution
    67
    Most RPG fans will find some good fun here. However, it just doesn't live up to the older games in the series. It features some interesting perspectives with its dual stars, but its questionable delivery and lack of really compelling gameplay holds it back.
  7. TotalGames.net
    43
    It's a Japanese RPG in the truest sense and conforms to all the clichs of the genre. It has its misfits, its central (male) character with a mysterious past (and a strange birthmark on his shoulder) and a turn-based battle system with magic and hit points. It has its world map.
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  1. Positive: 16 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. Ninoline
    Oct 29, 2019
    10
    Very underrated game with a fantastic and exiciting storyline and a unique battlesystem. The characters have lots of depth and will find aVery underrated game with a fantastic and exiciting storyline and a unique battlesystem. The characters have lots of depth and will find a place in your heart. A classic!… Expand
  2. PatrickO.
    Sep 17, 2003
    10
    I Really Enjoy this game!It's Fun,exciting and challenging!
  4. JoaquinDaSilva
    Jul 19, 2003
    9
    Great story, good graphics, awesome combat system, deep RPG... you can´t go wrong with this one.
  5. JenniferP.
    Jun 16, 2005
    9
    I loved this game!!! The story, the battle system, the way we move around from place to place was all great and unique. Once I found myself I loved this game!!! The story, the battle system, the way we move around from place to place was all great and unique. Once I found myself playing the game 7 (yes 7) hours straight!… Expand
  6. BrianK.
    Nov 7, 2005
    9
    Excellent RPG actually, what makes it excellent are the story and plot and character development, I don't mean stats but emotional, Arc Excellent RPG actually, what makes it excellent are the story and plot and character development, I don't mean stats but emotional, Arc the Lad:TOTS has living, breathing characters with conflict, emotion and goals that evolve as the game progresses, the story is also great and will keep you guessing and wondering what will develop next, I actually care what will happen to each character, and until it finally happened I wondered what would happen when Karg and Darc finally meet, the fact they begin the game having no idea the other exists, then slowly and subtley crossing each other tracks until they finally meet in an emotional conflict was great to witness as in unfolded, I also love the battle system, strategy plays pretty heavily sometimes, everyone player seems to have a role which I like you have your fighters, mages, archers, and healers. I love some of the battlegrounds later in the game, m only quip is the voice overs though they are good they are way too few far and between, more voice would of been great. Love it still though!… Expand
  7. iKen
    Apr 14, 2020
    8
    Played on PlayStation 2.
    Gameplay: GREAT.
    Story: GOOD.
    Graphic: GOOD.
    Music/Sound: GREAT.
    Dialogue: GOOD.
  8. Matt
    Sep 19, 2004
    6
    This game HAD potential, story was kind of lacking at the end. over all very good, could of used more vioce overs though. oh well good gameThis game HAD potential, story was kind of lacking at the end. over all very good, could of used more vioce overs though. oh well good game though, just didn't blow my hair back. it could of though!… Expand

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#83 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2003
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#13 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2003