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A GAME FOR ALL AGES

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 26, 2005
Author: Amazon User

This is a wonderful and a fun game. There is no Bloody Violence views or game play at all in this. This game has lots of puzzles to figure out, need to get bonuses and to go to the next level.

Graphics are great as well as the games storyline. This game can be played by all ages who are into RPGS.There are more frequent Save areas so you do not have to worry about a lengthy game play with out saving.

The Best RPG in years

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 22, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Tales of Symphonia is simply the best RPG that has come out in years. After Square began turning out a Final Fantasy game every year after 7, each one worst than the last (except for a brief span of brilliance with FFX), there hasn't been that solid RPG...until now.

TOS has a moving score that flows with the frequently twisting plot and suprisingly good voice acting. The unique battle system keeps you on your toes, while the variety of moves and insane combo system draws me back to my Killer Instinct days.

From a riveting story, to the countless side quests, to the beautiful cel-shading...if you liked FF7 and/or Chrono Trigger -you must own Tales of Symphonia.

GREATEST GAME EVER!!!!!!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 21, 2004
Author: Amazon User

After reading the other reviews I found out that I am probably the only one who currently has the game and I have to say it is better than anyone else says it is. I have three other friends so it is perfect for us, we can all play at the same time in battles and have lots of fun. The game is really addicting. Even though it is really fun for us I dont think young children would like it for a couple of reasons: only the first player can control where you go and in the battles the mages require protection from the swordsman while charging their powerful spells. Overall this game is great.

My Favorite RPG!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: March 12, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I bought this game because my freind had ordered it and because it is one of the only role playing games on GCN. When I learned it was multiplayer it was a must have.

The begining story was extreemly repetitive (like Zelda) but got much better later on. Until you figure out that Colette's dad will heal you the Tempel was impossible!

Also it is really hard to figure out how to get multiplayer to work, because I bought it used and didn't get the guide. I finally found out (on the internet) that you have to go to the Techniqe menu (how stupid is that!) and switch each caracter you want your friends to play off of Auto mode. And then once we got it working you keep gaining and losing characters so it is not always multiplayer! But after the first part of the game that stops happening and the game gets much more enjoyable.

The controls are fairly easy and I especially like the way you can have the computer block and jump for younger players (like my 6 year old sister!).

Over all this is a great game, the only good RPG for GCN and one of the few multiplayer RGP titles you will find on any system! I haven't finished it yet and I look forward to many more hours of adventures with Loyd, Colette and espesialy Genis, my favorite character.

Tales of Symphonia... Yes it is THAT fun.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 12, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I bought this game in August of 06, and boy was I impressed. I bought it because of the Gamecube's very limted array of RPGS. I have to admit that my exspectations were pretty high for this game, seeing as it got as much praise as it did, but now lets talk about the game. I guess the first thing I'll start off with ...the battle system, and what a system it is. Instead of the very frustrating (to me any way) run around and get a random encounter, you have a choice if you want to get in a battle or not. When you move around you see little black shaped monsters on the field, Run into those monsters and you start a battle, here's the twist. You move your character around in a 3D battle field, attacking with just your normal A button attack or attacking with various special moves called Techs. Sounds simple and it is once you get used to it, but its hard to talk about all the aspects in a review. Later Techs you learn can be in one big combo called a Unison Attack. In a Unison attack four Techs are used all at once without giving your enemy any time to attack, very useful.

The place where the game really shines is its wonderful characters. I won't name all of them due to spoilers, but here are a few. The main "hero" in the game is Lloyd Irving who uses twin swords to attack. He is good natured but sometimes his good actions get him into trouble. As the game progresses though he matures A LOT and becomes, a good leader. Another character is Collete Brunel, a longtime friend of Lloyd. She is the chosen of Mana who is supposed to restore the world's mana by releasing the seals, and at the end of her journey, become an angel. She's a sweet character, and she always thinking of others (sometimes too much.) The third character in the game is Genis Sage, a very smart boy, and best friend of Lloyd. He is the game's main magic user, and becomes quite strong. He usually sticks close to Lloyd, as it seems he is the only one who understands the reason Genis can be timid... The fourth character is a somewhat mysterious mercenary, Kratos Aurion. Not much is known about Kratos...at first, though you soon see he plays a very large role throughout the journey. The fifth and final character I will talk about is Raine Sage, who is the older sister of Genis Sage. Raine is a teacher of Iselia (the town you start out in,) and is the teach of Lloyd, Genis, and Collete, and what a job she does at it. Often throughout the game she will stop to babble about various ruins, and studies and such... but in all a very good, and sometimes comical character.

Well thats it for the characters I'll just end this review by giving the ages of the characters in the game... that I talked about that is.

Lloyd Irving 17

Collete Brunel 16

Genis Sage 12

Kratos Aurion 28

Raine Sage 23

Bottom line, if you are a fan of RPGS and only have a gamecube... This is the game to get, its the BEST one you can get. If you could give or take a RPG... buy it anyway. My exspectations were very high and they were met. Amazon does not have it in stock anymore (why I don't know) but a good place to check would be ebay. Last comment... BUY THE GAME!

Epic game with a marvelous story!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: March 17, 2008
Author: Amazon User

When I saw this game at blockbuster, it looked fun so I tried it...OH MY GODDNESS! Though the game is long, you really get into it and like all the characters you meet and fight with. The animated graphics are fun, but I wish there more real anime like scenes, since there's only a few. Each character doesn't act like another, so that's a plus. But oh yeah, this game is LONG and can be difficult. If you're impatient, buy the guide also, even if you want to get extra stuff.

Also, the story is as epic as the Zelda games! You play as Lloyd, a somewhat dim-witted but emotional and brave character; you help protect the next Chosen, Collette. Other awesome characters come along, and you can learn awesome magic attacks and do group attacks that really help. It does take a little while to develop strategies when fighting, but it really grows on ya once you get more attacks and weapons. Now I found out they're making another for the Wii, so that'll be sweet! Its not too late; grab a gamecube and buy this game (and guide) and get lost in Symphonia, you won't regret it!

The Gamer that LOVES Tales of Series

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 05, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I have some words to say...first off I am thirteen, my friends older some younger some the same age, and we all ABSOLUTELY LOVE TALES OF SYMPHONIA (ToS for short). It's a great rpg, with lots of magic, sword fighting, shielding, elemental defense, healing spells, elemental offense, many items, a great money system (this game uses gald, not gold, gald), hundreds of unique awesome weapons some elemental some magic some regularly killer lethal and some just fun (like a broom!!), and lots and lots of different armor and clothing (not to mention amulets and jewels etc.). The battle system is really interactive, and it's NOT TURN BASED, up to four players can play, so you can have a great time battle by yourself with computers helping you, or with friends pwning the monsters that get in your way. For a Gamecube game, the graphics are pretty good, the fighting absolutely fun and suspenseful, the storyline quite unique and different while still being superior, and then the characters mostly all awesome, while some can get on your nerves in a funny way. So I would rate this game a 10/10, as well as Tales of the Abyss and all the other Tales of games out there (except for Radiant Mythology, that was a pure disappointment), did I mention there are 3 ways of transportation to get around these 2 HUGE maps? Yeah, the story is long, fun, and there are many small optional mini games and side quests (some side quests long and fun), and then there's the main storyline you follow once you get bored wandering around the two worlds meeting people etc.
Overall Review:
Graphics: 9/10 (really good for an old GC game, actually not that old)
Music: 8/10
Battle system: 10/10
Story Line: 10/10
Characters: 9/10
Side Quests: 9/10
Armor and Weaponry: 10/10
Magic/special attacks/unison attacks/ basic hits: 10/10
single player: 10/10
multi player: 8/10

It's a good game, if you like or want a game with fighting, sword banging, magic, technique, non turn based battles, realistic fighting, enjoyable music and graphics, elemental spells, wandering ability (you don't have to go to the next spot in the story line immediately, you go when you feel like it), and amazing characters etc., THEN WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR GET THIS GAME!!

P.S. I also forgot to mention you can get TITLES which switch around your stats a bit without leveling up, and some titles change your costume so you can look different when you walking and in battles, and in cutscenes (swimsuits, disco/fun outfits etc.), yup, pretty awesome.

Good Combat, Blah Everything Else

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: April 28, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Tales of Symphonia nails the combat system. It's addictive, original and well-animated. Unfortunately, the puzzles, characters and plot are cliched and unmemorable. Pity because it's such a beautifully animated game.

Characters talk too much (every thirty seconds you'll be dragged into a conversation, even in the overworld). I don't need to hear about every character's favorite color while I'm trying to save the world?

Save the world? These characters are too busy finding dragons for a little boy, cooking for restaurants and just generally mucking about to make you think that they're really focused on their goal. The battle system is nice, but only fans of vapid Japanese anime need apply.

beyond awesome game!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: April 21, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I have the gamecube in the household. and my brother wanted tales of symphonia for christmas and told me i would like it. i got my mom to get at target for $20 for christmas. i wasn't too interested but decided to play since it is partly mine. THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST GAMES YOU WILL EVER PLAY!!!!!!!!! i recently replayed for the 4th time and ended up staying up to 3:30 am, which i don't do. i love the battle system, and the story line is amazing. and i love the music. one of the best rpgs i have ever played

One of the Best RPG Games Ever!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: April 09, 2008
Author: Amazon User

This game twists and turns you through an adventure that will sometimes shock you. You start off as a reckless young boy with his friends sets off on a journey to save all mana and when you think you know whats right then it takes a couple of turns and completly changes your mind. I played this game for a while but turned it down when I couldn't get past a part because there was a lot of talking and just got bored. Then I picked it up again and adored it! This game is worth the money! It took me forever to beat it and was sad when I did. If you don't like hard battles, great adventures, and a quest greater than to save your world than I suggest you don't buy this. Long live Tales of Symphonia!

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