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An elegantly-evolved RPG

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: August 27, 2001
Author: Amazon User

It's not hard to see why RPG fans adore Chrono Cross -- it takes role-playing games that have come before, refines the best parts and reinvents the rest. The distinctive characters common to Square games are here, and there are 40 of them, from knights and fairies to rock stars and a little spaceman. Monsters appear on the area maps, so while you'll have to do some fighting to advance the plot, there are no "random battles" per se. The involved and involving story starts small and gradually unfolds to become positively ultimate in scope. And the combat system, which has to be fun to play for an RPG to work, has been radically reinvented, moving from the "active time" turn-based system of Square's "Final Fantasy" games to a system in which you consume fractional turns or "stamina points", with an eye to charging up powerful magic. The game strikes a surprising balance between hazards that would sink many games. While a sequel to the Super Nintendo game "Chrono Trigger", knowledge of that game is not required to enjoy this one. Neither overly-short nor overly-long (it can be completed in the 50-hour range without rushing), it's packed with gobs of extras to keep the interest of players who want more, since you can replay the game with different characters, see more than a dozen endings, etc. For those who don't play many role-playing games, this is still a very accessible title, one that teaches you how to play as you go along. It also exhibits some of the quirks/problems to all RPG's -- the game is probably about 10 hours longer than it really needs to be, if you play too casually you'll get lost on your side-tracks ("what was I supposed to do after beating all the dragon gods again?"), and the rush of world-altering plot revelations in the last five hours is a bit much. But given the choice of RPG's with good gameplay and bad plots (Final Fantasy VIII), bad gameplay and a good plot (Xenogears), and train-wrecks that get both wrong (The Legend of Dragoon), it's a huge pleasure to play a game that really nails both elements.

Very nice flow

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: December 22, 2001
Author: Amazon User

The best word I can use to describe this game is "organic." From characters and plot-lines to combat and spells, the whole thing feels like you're making it up as you go along. I've played with and without the tip-book and in both cases you really feel like you're a part of the story. The spells are gorgeous, the scenery is lush and interesting.

The only problem, and it's hardly a problem, is the depth of your fighting party. I simply did not have time to test out and perfect every character, even after playing through the game three times. I love the little turnip, though, he's brutal if you let him be.

one of the best ever. period.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: March 24, 2001
Author: Amazon User

i am a diehard rpg fan and I have played just about every rpg made for the NES, SNES, and PSX. For a while, my favorite games included those only from SNES (see FF3 the best game ever, or Chrono Trigger the prequel to this game). I picked it up thinking that it could be in no way better than Chrono Trigger. I was wrong. It is just as good, if not better than any game I've ever played. Everything about this game screams classic Square, attention to detail, an awesome plot, character development (although the last is somewhat limited in this game). The game also boasts an awesome soundtrack. But probably the greatest feature of this game is the battle system. It's COMPLETELY innovative, and while it may take you a few minutes to get used to, I guarantee you will agree that it is flawless. I won't get into the specifics of it here, but i'll say it again its near perfect. There are literally about 50 characters that are all playable (but there are only maybe 15 that are REALLY useful), and the choices you make in the game determine what characters you get. Also, there are many different endings, like Chrono Trigger, and the new game plus feature (where you get to start the game over with all your stats that you had at the end of the game) which I think every RPG should have as it greatly increases the re-play value. I'd recommend this game to anybody who ever played an RPG and liked it, or somebody simply looking for an awesome game. I don't give out 5 stars often, but this one deserves it. Very Highly Recommended.

A masterpiece

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: July 30, 2001
Author: Amazon User

_____Normally I wouldn't go for a game that has 40+ playable characters, but I decided to give CC a try anyway. It was awesome.

_____The story is on par with Xenogears. It is hilarious, tragic, informative, and at times downright disturbing (how would you feel if the rest of the world thought you died years ago?).

_____The graphics are top-notch for a 6 year old system. FMV scenes are very nice. The sound is good too, with nice music tracks and some excellent in-battle action sounds.

_____The battle system takes some getting used to, and I initially found it difficult to work with, but I eventually loved it, and I feel that it is the best RPG battle system yet. The mix of physical attacks with magical ones in the same turn is an excellent idea.

_____What's even better is the fact that you can play it again and again after you beat it, with all your stats and items still in inventory. You can then go fight the final boss whenever you want, and, depending on when you go face him and how you beat him, the ending will be different.

Chrono Cross Is A Winner!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: May 08, 2001
Author: Amazon User

"Would you like to see a Chrono Trigger 2? That would be neat." With the programmer's ending in Chrono Trigger, we are left to wonder if there's really any truth to this uplifting hope. Years later, Chrono Trigger fans are called back to the game console to pick up where you thought the story ended. In the middle of nowhere, a young man named Serge gathers shells for his girlfriend, thus beginning a plot so twisted that you'll get whiplash.

The battle system is one of the many things about this game that leaves everyone talking about it. As you may have heard, this game does away with levels, experience, and even ATB bars. They've been replaced by a stamina meter and gradual stat increases. Such innovative techniques would seem confusing for all you Chrono Trigger veterans, but given a little time you'll be fighting like a dragoon. For all you who loved the old double and triple tech system, I regret to inform you that they're all but gone. There are several double and triple techs, but not the motley plethora we had in Chrono Trigger. The big plus is that even with strong stats, a combined tech does a good deal more damage, thus making multi-techs practical.

Mere words cannot desribe the slow onset of nostalgia you'll experience while playing this game. This game borrows some amusing aspects from both Chrono Trigger and Radical Dreamers, a fine video game (ironically, the ending theme song is called "Radical Dreamers"). This game was designed for veterans of the old Chrono Trigger, so although a few newbies found this game enjoyable, the ending is so strongly tied to Chrono Trigger that any outsiders would be utterly baffled and left unsatisfied and perhaps a little upset. This game is a proud addition to anyone's game library, but only experienced Chrono Trigger gamers will truly appreciate the gameplay.

Special Note: There are some familiar names as well as faces in this game. Lucca, Crono, Robo, and Marle are familiar names in the game, and there are cameo appearences by Belthazar, Schala, Ozzie, Slash, and Flea. All chrono Trigger fans will also recognize the final boss (some not without wincing)...

Superb!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: September 27, 2000
Author: Amazon User

It's been a while since I've played Chrono Trigger. I admit, I really don't remember it at all. But it had its charm and I considered it a pretty good game.

Now, the sequal comes out and I'm thinking, "hmm... this might be good" even though Chrono Trigger was a distant memory.

I heard a lot about the hype surrounding this game. I was a little hesitant because of the mixed reviews that Legend of Mana, Legend of Dragoon, etc. were getting. I was hoping Chrono Cross would be a good investment, not just a "mixed" anything.

Awesome! Maybe a kind of a cheesy way to describe this game, but I think it fits. I was totally sucked in when the opening FMV played and I have never looked back since. The battle system is unique and very cool, although the Element System (magic) was a bit confusing at first. Once you get the hang of it, you'll love it. The strategy behind it is top-notch.

Now, to the music. I also heard about how the great the music was in this game. Man, is it ever! I almost cried in one part where the music fit so darn well with the actions on the screen. This has to be one of the best game soundtracks ever just because it evokes so much emotion.

The plot. Great, involving story, but a little confusing at times, especially around 2/3 of the game through, but it eventually makes sense (kind of like The Matrix).

Deficiencies. I have yet to see an aspect of this game that I don't like, except for it taking up my precious time needed for studying.

So, I highly recommend you get this game. Good music, great graphics, and a strong plot help make this one of the best games Squaresoft has ever put out (well maybe until FF9 comes out).

Good ol' Squaresoft

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: July 10, 2001
Author: Amazon User

This is a follow-up to Chrono Trigger (SNES), which many people consider to be the best RPG of all time. I wasn't fortunate enough to play Chrono Trigger, and others like me, fret not. Despite subtle ties to its predecessor, this is an entirely new experience. RPG fans should love the innovative battle system. It's actually fun, and rarely becomes tedious. The story is excellent, although the characters (over 40 of them!) aren't very well developed. The graphics are the best PS1 has to offer, making exploration fun, too. It's a quality game, there's no doubt; we shouldn't expect anything less from the greatest RPG developers on earth. I'm a Squaresoft fan myself, and I'm drawn to the storyline and characters in this kind of game. I could care less about random battles and flashy spells. Chrono Cross's gameplay is so good, however, that despite my preferences,it was the gameplay and awesome boss battles that kept me playing. It's that fun. Give it a rent if you don't believe me!

Crono Trigger was better.....

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: November 01, 2000
Author: Amazon User

You just cannot beat Crono Trigger, most definetly the best game ever made.... When a game is as good as Crono Trigger, who really cares about CG Movies and good graphics? If you do then you are not a very loyal RPG fan.

Crono Cross is good. Great Graphics, Great Movies, Great Music, Good Plot. Crono Triggers plot was better though!

I suggest you go buy this game, it is GREAT! But before you do go to your local Funcoland and buy Crono Trigger, then play Crono Cross.

Also, I was reading the other reviews for this game and whats up with everyone comparing Crono Cross with other great games such as FFVIII and Legend of Dragoon. Has eveyone forgot about Xenogears????? I cant beleive no one ever mentions that game. If you are reading this review scroll up now and type in "Xenogears," and buy it, because it is next best to Crono Trigger.

The plot has been bruised with all of these twists!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: July 13, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Chrono Cross is what I call amazing. The character design is simply flawless. The detail in each character just makes everything really astounding to look at.

But eye-candy isn't all this game is about. The battle system is also a neat little addition to the game. Instead of holding down the action button waiting for your characters to strike, then jump back, you need to figure out some pretty nifty combos.

The plot constantly has so many twists in it, it's remarkable. You're off doing one job and then suddenly...*CREAK!*, there's a twist! Something that's surprising, no doubt. However, the twists in the plot can often get confusing, as the players may begin to wonder why they're doing what they're doing in the game.

And if there's anything that completely blew me off the chair, it's the music. Yasunori Mitsuda tells Nobuo Uematsu (composer of the Final Fantasy series) to go and take a hike, because the music is by far the best in any video game that I have ever experienced. If you experience this game for just one reason, it can be the music alone. Hey, I don't hate Nobuo Uematsu, he's a genius, but let's let Yasunori Mitsuda hog the spotlight for just a minute ^_^;;.

With so many playable characters in the game, you'll find yourself constantly replaying it just to see how the dialogue works differently with the plot.

This game is pretty much perfect. I don't sense any flaws in anything, but with so many characters, I can understand how it took Squaresoft a good, solid 10 months to translate!

A piece of art

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: May 25, 2002
Author: Amazon User

For me, Chrono Cross is the best game ever! When I first played this, I was totally blown away by every single aspect of the game. Firstly the graphics, which are the most beautiful ever seen on Playstation. Then the CG movies. Awesome. I know there are some CG's from Square that are even better but they're in the top three. Then the music. Absolutely perfect! I was stunned! You can also buy an album with all the game music on Amazon; it might be a bit expensive but believe me: it's worth it! Ambient and orchestral stuff. Gameplay. Also just great. The battle system is very original and works great. The enemies: if you just play this game normally you shouldn't have any problems fighting enemies, although there ARE some tough one; like that crazy bot on the highway and of course the bot in the Fate lab. But well, don't let me spoil this for you already by telling every detail. M'sorry. Last thing. The plot.
Is this plot made up by human beings?! It's so intelligent, unique, fantastic... I could write down a hundredthousand superlatives (oh wait actually a thousand, that's my max again) to describe this game but I'll keep it short. Just get it.

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