Lunar 2: Eternal Blue Complete

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86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
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  1. Daily Radar
    100
    The tiny characters are vividly illustrated and animated with surprising aplomb, remaining remarkably expressive despite their diminutive stature.
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  2. Absolute Playstation
    91
    Lunar 2 is a template for what sequels should be. While not pushing the graphical limits of the Playstation, the involved story and excellent soundtrack are wondrous.
  3. Core Magazine
    91
    If one can get past the rough exterior of this title, they will find a diamond inside that rivals any of the modern role playing games.
  5. Gaming Age
    91
    I thoroughly enjoyed my trek through the games' magical world, and the only thing keeping this title from achieving an A rating is that it shares the common problem with most RPG's today: once it's over, it's over.
  6. Antagonist
    90
    If you're looking for a story to unravel over 40+ hours and you don't mind wading through a few dungeons, you'll love Lunar 2. This is one classic that deserves the name.
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  7. DarkStation
    90
    One the greatest games ever to grace a console. It's fun, simple and has a great replay value. Once you get past the 16-bit gameplay graphics, you're sure to find a lot to like about Lunar 2.
  8. GamePro
    90
    It may not be the flashiest RPG of the year, but it's definitely one of the best, with its solid combination of terrific gameplay and a compelling story.
  9. All Game Guide
    90
    Absolutely wonderful, and a gaming experience not to be missed. Working Designs has done an amazing job overhauling the title and presenting it in one of the most complete and thorough packages yet released. An excellent story and enjoyable play mechanics combined with stunning presentation equal one must-have game.
  10. IGN
    80
    Instead of hiding behind a cloak of seriousness, it extracts qualities from simple themes that redeem it as a charming, fun game. So what if it was made years ago and it looks like crap now?
  11. PSX Nation
    80
    An RPG geared for the hardest of the hardcore RPG fanatic.
  12. Hot Games
    80
    Absolute magic for veterans, still won't raise an eyebrow for the uninitiated.
  13. GameSpot
    73
    The Lunar series sits alongside "Dragon Quest" and "Final Fantasy" in the pantheon of role playing, and Eternal Blue is Lunar 2's final and best incarnation.

Awards & Rankings

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#12 Best PS1 Game of 2000
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#22 Most Discussed PS1 Game of 2000
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#12 Most Shared PS1 Game of 2000

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User Score
8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 64 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 64
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 64
  3. Negative: 6 out of 64
  1. mavjs
    Sep 9, 2013
    10
    Do you love JRPG's? DId you ever? Then play this. Consider that this game came out in 1994 for the Sega CD, so you probably never heard of itDo you love JRPG's? DId you ever? Then play this. Consider that this game came out in 1994 for the Sega CD, so you probably never heard of it back then. At that time, this game had an hour and a half of full anime style animation, and an hour and a half of spoken dialog, six years and two generations earlier than the juggernaut Final Fantasy had it's first spoken dialog. It's too bad that the original came out for Sega CD because by the time it was reworked for PSX, LUNAR was graphically dated and didn't get the praise that it highly deserved as one of the best RPG series of all time.

    Why is that? Well, it's the writing and the likeable characters that do it for me. Working Designs put great care into their translations, and they were leagues better than the competition at that time, with none of that awkward stuff common in 1990's JRPG's. That, combined with a far bigger adventure than the first LUNAR, make it an incredible journey and game. The music of the series is also incredible, and I still have it on my computer. Check out Star Dragon Theme and compare it to the quality of other games of the 16/32-bit era.

    If you can still play through games like Chrono Trigger, Final Fantasy 6, or any other of those classic JRPG's, I highly recommend the Sega CD or PSX version of LUNAR Eternal Blue.    … Full Review »
  2. iKen
    Apr 12, 2020
    9
    Played on PlayStation.
    Gameplay: GREAT.
    Story: GREAT.
    Graphic: GOOD.
    Music/Sound: AWESOME.
  3. shootingstars99
    Jul 10, 2019
    10
    My favorite RPG on the PS1. Characters are all interesting and likable, and serve their purpose within the function of the party. The storyMy favorite RPG on the PS1. Characters are all interesting and likable, and serve their purpose within the function of the party. The story can tug at your heartstrings at times, and the art and anime-esque cutscenes are beautiful.… Full Review »
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