Breath of Fire III for PlayStation 1
- ESRB Descriptor: Suggestive Themes
- ESRB Rating: T - (Teen)
- Publisher: Capcom
- Genre: Role-Playing
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Give an old game some credit!
Pros
Classic RPG, the way games should be made
Cons
Newer systems with better graphics make it look bad
Recommended it?
Yes
The Bottom Line:
This is a great game for the PSX, not outfitted for today's graphics but definitely worth a look.
Ah, here it is...Breath of Fire III. This was my favorite RPG for the PSX and it needs to be recognized. Part of the reason is probably because it is the first game I received with my Playstation so it has that special place among my collection of games. You are Ryu, a young boy who has no clue who he is and is desperate to find out about his past. He teams up with some nice allies on an epic quest to save the future. Here's the breakdown on the basics of the game.
Gameplay: Well, seeing as it is an old Playstation game this one isn't too bad among the competition. You can only run in straight lines so it is kind of hard to get lined up switches and people to interact with. Battle in this game is turnbased and it gives you a chance to learn a huge list of spells from enemies you fight by watching them do their thing. Another cool factor not seen in the previous BOF games is that you can combine dragon genes to make different dragons depending on the circumstances. Nothing revolutionary as far as gameplay but still enjoyable nonetheless.
Graphics: Hey, this isn't a PS2 or Dreamcast game so don't get your hopes up. Everything is 3D and there are some nice battle animations for dragons and such in this game. I like these style of graphics but for techies who want the best stuff out there this isn't going to cut it.
Sound: The songs in this game are very nice in my opinion and all have a nice rhythm to keep with the smooth flow of the game. Sound effects are decent, again this is JUST a Playstation game so Mozart isn't going to be banging on Capcom's door trying to get music from this game.
Replay Value: This game had me in it's grip for a long time. A very long time - almost 200 hours. I played through this game with a strategy guide and took time to do all the little secrets, fish for the best catches, and work with the Fairy Village to perfection. The Fairy Village is sort of a mini Sim-City where new Fairies are born and you must assign them to do different jobs as you see fit. It provides the game with items, weapons, and armor that you can't find in any shop. Learning abilities from monsters can also be time-consuming but also very rewarding.
Other stuff: This is just touching the surface area of BOF 3. There are mini games that are fun and challenging, and masters. Masters are people found in the game where if you can meet their requirements or tasks they will make you their apprentice. Leveling up under a master affects your stats and will give you new and better abilities the longer you are apprenticed under them. All masters will require some sort of prerequisite, such as being on a certain level or doing some sort of task. Again I will bring up the Fairy Village. This is very cool and begins to become vital near the end of the game. Well, it's not manditory but it sure does make it easier for you on the long trip to the end.
All in all, this is a great RPG for the Playstation. Try it out at someone's house if you get the chance before you buy it. If you're into old-school graphics and classic turn-based battle system this is it. I hope you enjoy Breath of Fire III as much as I did!
Gameplay: Well, seeing as it is an old Playstation game this one isn't too bad among the competition. You can only run in straight lines so it is kind of hard to get lined up switches and people to interact with. Battle in this game is turnbased and it gives you a chance to learn a huge list of spells from enemies you fight by watching them do their thing. Another cool factor not seen in the previous BOF games is that you can combine dragon genes to make different dragons depending on the circumstances. Nothing revolutionary as far as gameplay but still enjoyable nonetheless.
Graphics: Hey, this isn't a PS2 or Dreamcast game so don't get your hopes up. Everything is 3D and there are some nice battle animations for dragons and such in this game. I like these style of graphics but for techies who want the best stuff out there this isn't going to cut it.
Sound: The songs in this game are very nice in my opinion and all have a nice rhythm to keep with the smooth flow of the game. Sound effects are decent, again this is JUST a Playstation game so Mozart isn't going to be banging on Capcom's door trying to get music from this game.
Replay Value: This game had me in it's grip for a long time. A very long time - almost 200 hours. I played through this game with a strategy guide and took time to do all the little secrets, fish for the best catches, and work with the Fairy Village to perfection. The Fairy Village is sort of a mini Sim-City where new Fairies are born and you must assign them to do different jobs as you see fit. It provides the game with items, weapons, and armor that you can't find in any shop. Learning abilities from monsters can also be time-consuming but also very rewarding.
Other stuff: This is just touching the surface area of BOF 3. There are mini games that are fun and challenging, and masters. Masters are people found in the game where if you can meet their requirements or tasks they will make you their apprentice. Leveling up under a master affects your stats and will give you new and better abilities the longer you are apprenticed under them. All masters will require some sort of prerequisite, such as being on a certain level or doing some sort of task. Again I will bring up the Fairy Village. This is very cool and begins to become vital near the end of the game. Well, it's not manditory but it sure does make it easier for you on the long trip to the end.
All in all, this is a great RPG for the Playstation. Try it out at someone's house if you get the chance before you buy it. If you're into old-school graphics and classic turn-based battle system this is it. I hope you enjoy Breath of Fire III as much as I did!
