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Golden Sun is deserving of an award or something, that good.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 01, 2002
Author: Amazon User

At the time of getting Breath of Fire for Christmas last year, I was recommended Golden Sun. While I wasn't familiar with it, I put off getting it. Yet, more and more, I was urged into getting it as I'm a big RPG fan. Well, I eventually got it. After playing it, I can honestly say that....Golden Sun IS the best-looking GBA games out there bar none, one of the better RPGs out there(definitely one of the top five), and it DOES live up to all the hype it's getting from people. It's a truly magnificent gameplay experience. The graphics are astonishing, story is deep...and the gameplay is challenging. I'm really tickled that a sequel is in the works for this game. If you like RPGs, definitely do yourself a favor and get this game. If you aren't, you still ought to rent it just to check it out. Golden Sun is definitely one of those RPGs that all other GBA games will have to live up to, graphically and otherwise.

Golden Sun

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: November 17, 2002
Author: Amazon User

I am not a big gamer but it takes alot to make me interested. The strategy activities are brain activating. Many game I have encountered have failed in my need to be mentally chalenged. It may not be the hardest game but finding all the Djinn and learning how to develope new powers is part of the game. Find the top HP Djinn combo and you have it made.

I'm hooked!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: March 27, 2002
Author: Amazon User

OK, they got me - this game rocks.

As the above article states, the plot is pretty basic, but then just how much depth do you want on a cartridge 1/2 the size of a credit card, and a screen that's not much bigger? Still, for these limitations, the graphics are better than I'd expected, and the battle system keeps you hopping. Hey, ok, it's not Final Fantasy 81 or anything, but it is a good solid title that keeps your attention, and makes owning the machine that much more worthwhile.

Enjoy!

Best RPG for a portable system

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 05, 2002
Author: Amazon User

I have played numerous RPG's although i wouldnt consider myself as an expert i do know a few things. Golden Sun is in my opinion the best RPG for a portable system. The graphics kick, and the game has good music. unlike other games that play the same music over and over. Even though it follows the basic storyline for RPG's there is a little difference. I dont really want to go into detail but this is a must have for any GBA player. Golden Sun 2 will be coming out in december

Very, very pleasantly surprised!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: January 28, 2002
Author: Amazon User

Wow, I was pleasantly surprised first of all. I didn't expect anything like games from Enix or Square, but surprisingly it holds its place firmly against well-known RPG games. I purchased the game so I could just play little bit before going to bed, but I ended up finishing it in couple days because I just couldn't put it down.

Golden Sun really shows what GBA is capable of in graphic and music, trust me, you will be surprised with how they managed to pull out some amazing special effects. I wouldn't say the music was superb, but it does an excellent job by bringing out the appropriate and suitable feeling of the situation. And not to mention much more sound channels, make sure to play this game with headphone on, you will know the difference.

I think the story is pretty typical, using basic elements, fighting against evil, however, what it really pulled me into was the puzzle element. I mean, I didn't have this much of fun since Link's Awakening for Gameboy Color, trying to figure out the puzzle. You will be surprised because of not only traditional, well-thought out puzzles, but also some are very fresh in concept (you will know what I mean).

I think Golden Sun is better than games like Final Fantasy 10 fun factor wise. I could easily stop playing FF10 while I had to play Golden Sun again and again. Golden Sun managed build 4 main characters with their own characteristic/personality till the end, which was very nice like Final Fantasy series, and also was able to add that essence of Dragon Warrior series, which was about finding the way to get certain item or place. Once again, I would definitely recommend this gem to anyone who's looking for more than decent RPG for GBA. Oh, by the way, This is the very first chapter of Golden Sun, meaning there will be sequel to it. But don't think it will ruin the game play since it's more like the Lord of the Ring series, it will only give you more thirst to play sequel than ruining the experience. Enjoy it-

Excellent RPG

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: December 01, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Being a fan of RPG's, I highly recomend this game to the experience player. Newbies may want to stay away from this for awhile until the master the standard RPG games, otherwise you'll get confused, frustrated and quit. I found myself stuck in a few parts, until I back tracked, and even had a hard time trying to figure out the magic and Djinn combos. Despite this game having your standard plot line, the game looks great and plays great. I've only quit playing because my hands cramped up. This is a must buy for all you GBA players and a taste of things to come for the sequel. Happy playing.

Video Games Reviewer

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: March 28, 2002
Author: Amazon User

Golden Sun for the GBA is an excellent role playing game (RPG). It has everything that makes and RPG special. There is a lush storyline and as always different characters, weapons, items, and summands all upgradeable as one progresses through the game. The lump sum of the game is the one player experience, but the game does offer a two player battle mode that allows players to duke it out with the GBA link cable. Two games will be required to take advantage of this function however. The basic story line behind the game is that in a hidden away village named Vale, a group of people have been protecting an ancient temple from being disturbed. As the game begins, the people of Vale realize that the seal has been broken on the temple which results in disaster sticking though out their town. This is where the basic storyline begins as Isaac, the main character, and friends take off on a journey to find out what caused the disruption to the temple and what they can do to try and fix what has happened. Along the way, Isaac meets new people and most importantly little creatures called Djinn. These Djinn can be mixed and matched between the different characters in Isaac's party resulting in different abilities being learned. For anyone looking for a wonderful RPG, not just on a handheld, but a wonderful RPG in general they will definitely want to pick this one up. It is a must have for any RPG fan.

One of the greatest RPG's of recent years

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 11, 2002
Author: Amazon User

The game company Camelot is most recently known for its achievements of Mario Tennis, Mario Golf, and their Game Boy counterparts. Now Camelot has been given full reign to develop an RPG for the Game Boy Advance. The results are beyond belief. The first thing you'll notice about this game are the graphics. The images are absolutely stunnning. The potential for the GBA has been seen now, and its scary how great a game can be on a hand-held. Along with the rich, vivid, graphics is the sound. The music is beautifully done, providing melodies which will remain in your head for hours after playing. Play Control for the game is great (as it should be for an RPG). Once again the game design is what makes this game fantastic. The system of magic is reason enough to buy this game. The "Psynergy" can be used both in battle, and in the field. The aspect of using magic on objects in the world map adds a puzzle element to the game. Then there's the Djinni. These little critters add a new realm to the game. Through mixing and matching them to characters, you can change your rank and in doing so, change your stats. Different classes have different magic, and other powers. Add to this the summoning powers, mini-games, and other features, this game is simply beautful and an example of near gaming perfection. This is a game to remember.

The Coolest Ever

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: November 16, 2002
Author: Amazon User

Golden Sun was one of the first games I played on my GBA and I loved it to the very end. They story line was pretty predictable, although it held my interest. The graphics are awesome and the battles are just too cool. In the game, the characters can use djinn to summon "spells" to use against the enemy. The battles are easy in the beginning, but as time progresses and your characters become stronger, so do the monsters. To get further in the game, you need to solve many puzzles and learn to use your new abilities. I love it, and I can't wait until Golden Sun 2 comes out in January of 2003!

Wow...

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: November 11, 2002
Author: Amazon User

It's a slightly unoriginal storyline, but otherwise, it's a great game. It'll take you FOREVER to get through it, but the game is so much fun you're upset when it's over. I own some other RPG games (Dragon Warrior, Pokemon, etc.) and this is the best I've played on a Game Boy, and maybe, ever. The only real downside I can think of is the fact that the game kinda ends on a cliffhanger, so the story doesn't really end. We'll have to wait for The Lost Age to see what happens next....

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