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meh

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 11, 2008
Author: Amazon User

This is a game which survives on its predecessor. The combat system is revamped, and I give credit where it's due - they had a lot of good ideas. It needs a bit of fine-tuning, but if it gets the tuning and appears in another game I think it has a good deal of potential.

The problem comes in the story. It isn't really engaging, and plot points are few and far between. It is difficult to keep working through the combat to get to the story, as turn-based games are pretty much designed around, when you know you are like an hour away from the next cut-scene.

Overall, it isn't a bad game, it just fails to shine. It lacks polish, and it has major pacing issues. If you can make it past those two issues, you will probably enjoy this game.

awesome rpg game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: February 27, 2008
Author: Amazon User

just finished this game for the 2nd time, and this time i finished all the sidequests and got to say probably one of the best rpgs out there...ff x is still my favorite but this comes a really close 2nd... the story is amazing(including all the sidequest) which makes this a very enjoyable and addictive game which makes you want to play again and again...definitely a keeper and a classic ps2 game...

Very Fun

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: November 05, 2007
Author: Amazon User

This is possibly the best PS2 game i've ever played in my life. The whole shadow hearts series is the best title ive ever played in my lifetime of living. Great game, Great storyline, Great everything. I would definately recommend this to anyone thats intrested in turn based attack games.

Shadow Hearts: Covenant

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 01, 2007
Author: Amazon User

A wonderful journey and once again a unique fighting system just goes along so well with a continuance in the Shadow Heart saga a series that is truly underrated by far in tern makes this a must have RPG.

one of the best rpg's ever

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 03, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I bought this game after I played SH 3. I didn't even know there were two previous games. I loved SH 3 so much that I went online and ordered the first two when I found out about them. I can't say that the the 1st game was all that great, but SH 2 was awsome.

Many are comparing this series to the FF series. I'm a big FF fan, but it does not compare to SH, simply because of the judgement ring.

The judgement ring takes some hand/eye cordination and if you miss, your attack/magic won't go through. However, getting perfects on the judgement ring, your attacks/magic are more powerful, therefore, dealing much more damage.

The characters in this game are amazing. The only problem I had was deciding who to use throughout the game. Another problem I had was that Yuri had too many fusions to choose from and it took a while to level them up.

The storyline moves along nicely and if it gets to be to much, you can always take a breather and do any side quests available. Doing the sidequests as soon as you can is always a good thing, because usually you'll be rewared with rare and valuable items.

I suggest trying to play through SH 1 if you are thinking of playing SH 2 in order for the "good ending" to make sense and have a better understanding of the main character, Yuri.

In other words, the story, the graphics, the characters,even the cut scenes, everything about this game is amazing.

THE MOTHER OF ALL THINGS FABULOUS

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: April 11, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I originally bought Shaow Hearts: Covenant on a whim. Being a staunch turn based RPG fan, I thought the reviews were good, and decided to give it a whirl. The moment I began to play I was awed. This game is so in depth, with so many layers to complete, that I bought the guide (something I almost never do).

This game offers over 60 hours of entertainment, and characters you will fall in love with, while sucking you in to a superb and twisted story line. I would say it definately ranks with Final Fantasy III, my all time favorite, only better (**gasp**), due to the blow you away graphics, and unlimited choices and levels.

Have fun! Well worth the money. I could play this again and again. And I will.

Yes. As one reviewer said: Surprisingly good!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 3
Date: October 20, 2006
Author: Amazon User

I've played Final Fantasy, the one with the 3 girlz. It was okay, just started but haven't finished. It looks really complex and the battle system is a bit fast for me.

I've also played Shadowhearts I, it was entertaining yet mediocre. But this one I started about 40+ hours ago and I can't stop playing! Maybe it's because I have the FAQ and was trying to follow all the secrets and goodies in the game. One thing's for sure, without the FAQ, I would be TOTALLY lost on what to do. Some sidequest missions are insane, especially the one in the cave, with all the moving blocks. Oy vey!

Anyway, if you're into RPG [which I'm actually not], I think you might like this. Give it a try. And there are enough characters, a total of 8, to choose from!!! I think I'm gonna get the 3rd installment soon. It may not be the same, but I do like the Judgement Ring, battle system.

Toodles!

<3

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 7
Date: February 25, 2006
Author: Amazon User

I'll make my review short and to the point. This is a great game. =D

My new favourite Game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 6 / 7
Date: December 10, 2005
Author: Amazon User

Shadow Hearts was my favourite game, until SH2 came out.

I've made it all the way to the ending CGI movie. I've only done it once, so I'm not sure if they have different endings.

A Game guide is really a must. There is no way to figure out all the secret locations by straight game play.

I miss the moxicombustion guy. Margherite came back in a cameo appearance.

The graphics are much better, but I wish Yuri didn't have the fanny pack. And the History is still in the story line, but I wouldn't vouch for historical accuracy.

Of the new characters Joachim is the funniest (Grand Papillon). I made it all the way through the 'Man Festival'. not politcally correct, but who cares? I love this game, cause it goes where other games won't go.

If you're reading this, chances are you're already a fan of Shadow Hearts.

It rocks! I hope there is another sequel.

best game in the world

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 4
Date: November 15, 2005
Author: Amazon User

it is got a pretty good storyline and you get to transform into demons and stuff like that using the main chracter Yuri .there is a bit of a love triangle between Karin,Yuri and Alice[yuri"s dead girlfriend in shadow hearts one

made by nicky roma

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