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- While Blue Dragon is by no means a bad game, it fails to reach the lofty expectations that have been placed on it. The pacing and story are unlikely to resonate with American audiences the way more adored RPGs do. And while the turn-based combat has an interesting skill system, it isn't enough to allow one to overlook the game's shortcomings.
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Nov 30, 2023 · They aren't necessarily my favorite, top-tier RPG graphics, but Blue Dragon's graphics are certainly up there. This game takes an impeccably timeless art approach, making it beautiful even over a decade later. These are those types of graphics that don't age, and I'm certainly not complaining about that.
- Is it Microsoft's answer to Final Fantasy?
- Verdict
By Erik Brudvig
Updated: May 14, 2012 10:38 am
Posted: Aug 15, 2007 10:00 am
Hironobu Sakaguchi, the man who gave us Final Fantasy, has once again had his vision brought to American audiences, only this time it comes to a Microsoft console exclusively. Sakaguchi isn't the only well-known designer to put his stamp on Blue Dragon, either. Akira Toriyama, known for his work with Dragon Ball, provided the character design. Nobuo Uematsu, whose previous credits include Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy VIII, composed the music. But is this all-star cast enough to finally give Microsoft's Xbox 360 an answer to Final Fantasy? Unfortunately, it looks like the wait continues.
While Blue Dragon is by no means a bad game, it fails to reach the lofty expectations that have been placed on it. The pacing and story are unlikely to resonate with American audiences the way more adored RPGs do. And while the turn-based combat has an interesting skill system, it isn't enough to allow one to overlook the game's shortcomings. Still, as traditional and old-fashioned as Blue Dragon is, it is at the same time somewhat unique just because the Xbox and Xbox 360 libraries have been so thin in this genre. If you've been waiting and pining for a good JRPG on a Microsoft console, your prayers have been answered. Just don't expect a game on par with the classics.
When we say Blue Dragon is traditional, we mean it. The character design looks just like everything else Toriyama has done and the turn-based combat is the same style of action you've been playing for years. In fact, there is very little you can point to in Blue Dragon that hasn't been done multiple times over before. Shu, Jiro, and Kluke begin the tale as children who quickly become gifted with a magical power. Along the way, they're joined by a cat-like creature and a rogue-ish lady to do battle against a great evil. Very familiar, indeed.
Blue Dragon is not the most original RPG as far as design goes. Nor is it the first "must have" RPG on a Microsoft console. The pacing through the first half of the game is far too slow to stay engaging for all but the hardcore JRPG fan and the story is not nearly as epic as the multiple disc, 50+ hour game implies. But for those needing a solid tr...
Aug 28, 2007 · Blue Dragon. Released On: Aug 28, 2007. Metascore Generally Favorable Based on 56 Critic Reviews. 79. User Score Generally Favorable Based on 137 User Ratings. 7.9.
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Aug 15, 2007 · Page 1. This game has a lot of expectations riding on it. It's a new RPG, born from the talent behind the storied Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest series - the two biggest names in Japanese RPGs....
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Sep 17, 2007 · Blue Dragon is a solid RPG experience that fans of traditional JRPGs such as Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy should be able to enjoy, though a few flaws and poor decisions prevent it from being truly great. Despite its slow beginnings, an incredible adventure can be found should one delve deep enough into Sakaguchi’s poo-filled world.
Aug 29, 2007 · Fair. Blue Dragon Review. Reviewed on: X360. Blue Dragon is an unexceptional RPG that does just enough to escape mediocrity. Aug 29, 2007 5:22pm. Player Reviews. Average Player Score....
