by av_gamer
I've had the benefit of playing a lot of great RPG's over the years. Here's a list of all the games I can remember. The list is not in any particular order, but the first two games are some of my all time favorites.
Note: This list will be randomly updated, as I continue to play great RPGs.
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Final Fantasy IV is the game that made me a fan of the series. I played it on the SNES and fell in love with the story, character development, and awesome soundtrack. The game had a great ending too. Note: The game was called Final Fantasy II on the SNES in America. Because it was the second game released in the States at the time.
Chrono Trigger is hands down one of the greatest console RPG's of all time. But I'm not saying anything most people don't already know. From the awesome graphics, to the beautiful soundtrack. The game has one of the best turn-based gameplay systems in the history of RPG's. The game has great character development, and great story. And the game has 13 endings, all which are worth seeing.
This game in my opinion is the type of game people will either love or hate. I happen to love it. Sega Genesis RPG's didn't hold a candle to the RPG's on the SNES, but they did release some clever games in the genre. This is an example of one. It's story is based on three generation of heroes. While playing through the game, you met two women, and you decide at the end of each quest, which one you want to marry. Then you continue the game as the son of the previous hero. Pretty cool concept. The game had decent graphics and sound.
One of the best Action/RPG's and it happens to be on the Genesis. The game is made by the same people who would later release Alundra 1 and 2 for the Playstation 1.
Alundra is a well done Action/RPG. Like Landstalkers before it, the game tells the story of an Adventurer who suddenly becomes a chosen one to save the world. The game has great graphics and a well done soundtrack. However the thing that stands out is the games brain busting puzzles; some of the hardest in any Action/RPG.
Breath of Fire III continues Capcom's tale of a Boy who can turn into a Dragon. Like the previous games, there's likable characters whom get mixed up in a decent story evolving the world around them. Some people didn't like the soundtrack, because it was made by the same team that does the Street Fighter Alpha music. However, I personally thought it was just right for the mood of the game.
Final Fantasy V is one of the weakest games in the series, when it comes to epic stories. In Fact, the story of this game is pretty generic. So why is it on the list? Gameplay. The game introduced the job system. Instead of characters with set skills, the game lets you learn all kinds of skills and turns your character into a badass. This created a lot of gameplay possibilities and made it one of the most fun games in the series. The Graphics and Sound are top quality.
Chrono Cross is the heart felt prequel to Chrono Trigger. The games was made by the remaining members of the so-called "Dream Team" that made Chrono Trigger. The game has some of the most colorful graphics on the Playstation 1, and one of the most epically done soundtracks. The gameplay wasn't as well done as in Chrono Trigger, but it was still fun enough to enjoy. The story wasn't as epic as Chrono Triggers either, but it was good enough. It had many plot twist you didn't see coming. And like Chrono Trigger, the game had many likable characters, all of which you could recruit into your party. Note: This game was one of the first to receive a perfect 10 on Gamespot.com
Lunar is the game that put the Sega CD on the map. There was a time many people claimed this game competed with Final Fantasy in terms of story, gameplay, graphics, and soundtrack. Well they were right. Add to the fact the game took advantage of the Sega CD's full motion video and CD quality sound and you have one of the best games in the genre.
Phantasy Star IV was Sega Genesis strongest effort to compete with Final Fantasy on the SNES, and they almost succeeded. However the game is still great in its own right. For one, it's easily the best Phantasy Star game to date. The game had an epic story that was told through well done comic like cut-scenes. The game had a great cyber-punk soundtrack. And the game had likable characters. Also this game would do first, what Final Fantasy VII is famous for. I'll let you guess what that is...