Ys I & II Chronicles

 PSP
User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 59 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 43 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 59
  3. Negative: 9 out of 59
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  1. likevin96
    Aug 13, 2017
    7
    Completion: Finished games on normal difficulty

    Ys I --- Pros: - Wonderful and unique soundtrack that perfectly suits how fast-paced the game is. - The reworked visuals look good while still retaining an old-school vibe. - While combat is normally bland, boss battles are challenging and different. I only wish there were more of them. Cons: - Combat doesn't feel as interactive    Completion: Finished games on normal difficulty

    Ys I ---

    Pros:
    - Wonderful and unique soundtrack that perfectly suits how fast-paced the game is.
    - The reworked visuals look good while still retaining an old-school vibe.
    - While combat is normally bland, boss battles are challenging and different. I only wish there were more of them.

    Cons:
    - Combat doesn't feel as interactive as it could be due to the lack of an attack button. Although the battle system isn't exactly bad, it just doesn't hold up very well compared to many other action RPGs.
    - Dungeon design is boring and uninspired.
    - Level cap is too low and removes any incentive to fight enemies after you hit this ceiling.
    - Equipment is linear and boring with the changes in your character's power being nearly imperceptible. This makes the progression feel somewhat stifled.
    - Story is bland and hardly anything of note happens. While they are surprises, characterization and world building were not strong enough to actually make these plot twists have any impact.

    Final Word:
    While clearly outdated in gameplay and story, Ys I still manages to be a relatively fun experience due to its short length, pumping soundtrack, and charming aesthetic.

    True Score: 7.2    … Expand

Awards & Rankings

21
#21 Best PSP Game of 2011
13
#13 Most Discussed PSP Game of 2011
17
#17 Most Shared PSP Game of 2011

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Metascore
63

Mixed or average reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 16
  3. Negative: 3 out of 16
  1. Game Chronicles
    Apr 6, 2011
    72
    Ys I & II Chronicles may not be the first release of this two part adventure it is without a doubt the best version.
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  2. GameZone
    Mar 30, 2011
    35
    Ys I & II deserve their honored place in history, but from now on, they should probably stay there.
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  3. GameShark
    Mar 28, 2011
    67
    Honestly, I don't know if you'll enjoy these original Ys games, but as an old school gamer that is still in love with the classics, I greatly appreciate being able to play them again. Your enjoyment will be limited by your ability to handle unforgiving combat and a red haired protagonist that has no voice.
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