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Nintendo makes a new classic

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 10 / 10
Date: November 15, 2001
Author: Amazon User

You begin as a boy, in a small town wanting to simply travel the world out of simple curiosity. You then travel the world (eventually finding two other souls to join you), pretty much going to the 7 wonders of the world, and beating monsters, solving puzzles and riddles with new skills you learn in your journey. Its a very good game for your brain. This game also spares you travel time of having to travel from point A to point B, by just having a map displaying where the heroes are going. No travel time is to make up for the fact that it is not always obvious what to do, so it may take you days to figure out simple puzzles. This an incredible game for learning purposes, as well as its fun gameplay much like the Zelda games (weapon, special item, run and map buttons). With that being said, the buttons are configured nothing like Zelda! It has a very disappointing configuration, but that's why it has a mode where you can configure your own buttons!

Favorite Video Game Ever

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 9 / 9
Date: February 18, 2002
Author: Amazon User

Illusion of Gaia kind of proposes the question of what the heck was going on before the continents came to be as they are today. The remarkable thing is that some very cool places that are around today are featured in this game: Angkor Wat, The Pyramids, The Incan Ruins, Nazca, The Great Wall of China, and even though it isn't around today, Mu, which many historians believe to be somewhere.

This game is almost like a Soap Opera. The Players are Will, Kara, Lily, Lance, Eric, Seth and Neil, with minor roles from Grandpa Bill and Granma Lola, the King and Queen, Neils Parents, and Gem, the jeweler and cannot forget Hamlet, Karas Pig. There are also alter egos Freedan and Shadow, and the supreme ruler, Gaia

In this game, your job is stop the Comet of Ages from hitting Earth...well, for the most part, it's more about confronting your destiny as Will with help along the way from your friends and family.

When Will leaves South Cape with Lance, Eric, and Seth, he knows nothing about his destiny. Nothing. Just that he's supposed to stop this comet and find his father. he knows not what to do and not how to do it. Through the help of his friends, you piece together Will's past and Will's future.

This game has everything from love, death, sadness, adventure, frustration...everything in one game. The levels are challenging (Mt. Kress, Angkor Wat) the bosses are hard (The Vampires) the puzzles are confusing (The Pyramid) but a person determined to beat this game can do it.

I didn't like the ending, but hey, the game more than made up for it

A classic rpg that is pure pleasure.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 4 / 5
Date: January 26, 2006
Author: Amazon User

I had so much fun playing this game. I played this game not to long after I had played Secret of Evermore. I was so glad to have found yet another super fun rpg.
I remember liking the story line; finding out what happened to the lost expedition and saving the world from the comet. The game has different and distinct looks in the world from all types of towns and villages, to a castle, along with different terrains. I liked gathering the information to advance in the game it wasn't so hard that you would get frustrated too much, like in Chrono Trigger I had to make lots of notes. Taking a breath and thinking about something would get you past the issue. For that matter, I do not remember the puzzles being too hard or leveling up being difficult. I do not remember much backtracking like in some games. If you have ever played Secret of Evermore, Final Fantasy III or Secret of Mana this game is along those lines. I don't think it is as large as the previously name games, but it is long enough to put a smile on your face. I don't remember the exact hours I played this game, but I know it was over 40. I am glad I found and played this game.

Simply awesome...

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: July 31, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Originally called Soul Blazer II in Japan, this game completely knocked me off my chair. Its originality and replay vaule are through the roof, not to mention the cool music you get once in a while.

You play as Will, a mysterious boy who seems to have Psychic powers. His friends seem to think that this power is some sort of Sixth Sense.

Plenty of traveling in this game. You learn the mystery of Will's past, and more as you travel through dangerous ruins, climb incredible heights, explore many towers, castles and more....

This game fits together so well, you'll end up replaying again and again, to try and find all 50 Jewels (the ultimate side-quest in the game).

So, I'd call this game a rent, and if you can find it anywhere for a good used price, grab it!

One of the most beautiful stories ever told in a game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: May 09, 2004
Author: Amazon User

I'm not exactly emotional, but the story of this game is sooo powerful that I cried twice.

The reason the story is so powerful is because you get to know the characters and bond with them. The adventure spans the world. Because of this game, I would LOVE to go visit Angkor Wat (which is currently in Cambodia).

The game itself is thrilling and challenging.

I think this is one of the most underrated games of all time, and if you like adventure games at all, definitely buy this, and cry along with me.

gooses review

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: July 07, 2005
Author: Amazon User

This was definately my favorite super nintendo game. I only had about 2 dozen games for this system but I havent played it in several years and I haven't forgoten how much I liked it. This game looks a lot richer than most games for the snes and has a crisp sound as well. Playing this game for me was like reading a good book. I really didn't like the game until I had beat the first continent. You cant judge it by its cover either. I was looking for a game that was similar to this but there really arent any. The people who made this are the same people making final fantasy games today for the company square enix. The game I believe is closest to this would have to be the first final fantasy just with more elements from final fantasy adventure which has been remade as the sword of mana. If your collecting games for the snes this would make a good museume type trophy.

Illusion of Gaia

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: September 07, 2005
Author: Amazon User

I remember I had this game for years before I could actually play it...The first time I got past the first "boss," the game was sold to someone, and I couldn't finish it. I got this game from a game crazy just about a year ago. I definately love those kind of games that you can just play for hours, and not worry about anything else. This game is one of those games...When I finished it, it was after an eight hour time period, and that was just for that one day. People that go on diets don't know how easy it is. Playing this game, I did nothing but play for hours at a time...I didn't eat for almost the entire time. I enjoyed almost all of the zelda games that I have played in the past, and yet this one seemed to be more fun for me. I think this game was a little bit more challenging...It has a fresh plot and storyline, whereas Zelda is almost always the same. The music is great, and was stuck in my head for days after finishing the game. Will, the person that you control for most of the game, has terrific abilities, and learns new ones throughout the game. This is most likely one of my favorite NES games that I have played yet!

One of the best SNES games....

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: June 12, 2003
Author: Amazon User

Illusion of Gaia was released in 1994 by Enix (although Nintendo published it). It plays a lot like Zelda, only in a more linear fashion. Most of the time, you can't revisit places once you leave, but this is an excellent game that is worth your time and money.

The story will keep you going, and you get stronger through killing all the enemies in a room. Your strength, defense, or life will increase. The main character, Will, can also transform into two other characters, Freedan and Shadow, when needed. As you go along in IoG, you will learn new skills (such as Will's slide technique used for sliding under low places). If you liked the Zelda games, I suggest checking out this game.

16 bit GREATNESS!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: September 22, 2003
Author: Amazon User

Once you get past the beginning and figure out how to leave town "Illusion of Gala" from then on is a five star adventure that echos "Secret of Mana" and the Nintendo masterpeice "The Legend of Zelda: A link to the past". The soundtrack is intense when it needs to be, however it is wonderfully mellow and enjoyable most often. Truly one of the great video game soundtracks from the unforgettable ~SNES~ days. If you love RPG's and I know you do or you most likely wounldn't be on this page, you'll love this game. It has now become a classic treasure to many. Remember this if your just getting started with the game, the beginning is a long and drawn out intro. Don't get frustrated it's easy to figure out just more reading than sword swinging. The battles are just around the corner and the adventure is worth all the story that wraps around it.

A Classic RPG

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: February 26, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I'm a huge fan of RPGs, and paid attention to newer ones, until I saw the SNES laying in a cabinet. I decided to try it out; it looked like it hadn't been used for several years. Looking through the games, I noticed this one had a cool title, so I tried it. Soon, I was addicted to the game (in a good way).

This is a classic RPG, and one of the best to have been made. If you haven't played this game, you need to try it. Sure, the graphics might not be up-to-date with other games around its time, but ignoring that it's wonderful. The health system and fight system is similair to Zelda's, but has its own uniqueness.

If I could give it an award, it would HAVE to be the music. It has a beautiful soundtrack, and I'm hoping to find it available on CD. The music itself has its own world.

If you need a game to play, play this one. Illusion of Gaia is one of the quiet unknown games, it's a game essential for any RPG gamer.

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