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- ID = PS0852
- STYLE = Third-Person 3D RPG
- DEV. = KCET
- PUB. = Konami of America, Inc.
- R-DATE = Jan-11-2005
- ESRB = T / For Teen
- PLAYERS = 1-2 players
- LIST PRICE =
$49.99
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| Game Description |
The 108 Stars of Destiny return in the fourth installment of the renowned RPG franchise Suikoden. Utilizing an enhanced graphics engine and with immersive storytelling, the mysteries of the Rune of Punishment are revealed in an oceanic adventure in the Suikoden world. Gather your companions and set sail in Suikoden IV!
- Discover the 108 Stars of Destiny on your adventure.
- Explore a vast ocean by ship in a rich 3D Suikoden world.
- Dynamic battle camera shows the action from multiple angles.
- Exceptional graphics and in-depth storytelling.
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| Game Reviews |
 Fun, But I Have Mixed Emotions, February 13, 2005
Reviewer:
Mark J. Kretzschmar "collegemk" (Out There) - See all my reviews
Well, I just beat Suikoden 4 without getting all 108 characters and I thought I would write a review. I have all the other Suikodens and I enjoyed them (especially 2), but for some reason no one likes to read my reviews. Oh well.
So Suikoden 4 takes place about two centuries before Suikoden 1. If the gamer is expecting to see many returning faces, they will be disappointed. Needless to say, the game starts off rather slow. Give it about 2-3 hours, and you will be hooked. Unfortunately, there is never really any reason why there is a war like in the other three games. Instead, events seem to just happen and the characters react. The action is pretty one-sided for the most part. While you collect your 108 characters, the enemy doesn't seem to attack and the ball is always in your court. I will list a few pros for this game as well as a few cons.
Pros
1. The graphics look very nice. They are a step above Suikoden III.
2. The voices don't really kill the mood. For the most part, they are all well-acted for an rpg.
3. Magic is easier to cast in this game than in 3.
4. Some of the characters are great and will probably grow on you.
5. For the most part, the music is nice. Sure a few songs are crappy, but the soundtrack fits the game well. There are times when I would prefer to listen to Iron Maiden, but the music for this rpg will do.
6. There are many sidequests to look out for.
Cons
1. While many characters are entertaining, some lack depth and are just there to fill in space. I didn't really feel any emotions towards many of them. Furthermore, the conflicts each main character has don't really make much sense and the audience is left wondering what the hell is going on.
2. The naval battles get old after a while. The last battle is a piece of cake if your fighters are at least at level 41 or so. I don't think Konami really thought this through.
3. Speaking of the sea, getting too close to islands will knock your ship off course. It gets annoying after a while.
4. There are too many random encounters in the game and the enemies don't really drop enough money. The equipment in this game is quite expensive and without money, it is definitely hard to stock up for your characters.
5. I will not spoil it (there is another one, though), but the ending is lacking. It leaves you wondering what this has to do with the 25-30 hours you put into this game. The other three Suikodens tied everything together at their ends, but this one does not.
6. Beginning=slow. Middle=drawn-out, one-sided, but interesting. Ending=disappointing.
Well, these comments are all I have to say about Suikoden 4. I did enjoy this game (even though it sounds like I hated it), but it certainly is lacking in depth compared to its predecessors. I would recommend picking it up because like the other games, it will soon be gone I imagine. On a completely awkward final note, Konami should hire me to write the script for Suikoden 5- I could probably do a better job making a story with awesome characters and gameplay.
Peace Out. |
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