VC Monday Madness: Phantasy Star IV
by David Hinkle 
{ Dec 22nd 2008 at 3:35PM }
Phantasy Star IV (Sega Genesis, 1 player, 800 Wii Points)
Wii Fanboy says: download it!
Wii Fanboy says: download it!
Not much going down this week, as we've only got one Virtual Console game available for download. Luckily, it's a good one, as the turn-based combat and everything on offer here in Phantasy Star IV is very enjoyable. If you're looking to kill some time this holiday season, then shell out the $8 and enjoy.
Each week, we here at Wii Fanboy like to check out the latest Virtual Console releases in our VC Monday Madness feature, in the hopes that you can make the most sound decision possible regarding purchasing retro titles from the Wii Shop Channel. If you're looking for more retro goodness, check out Virtually Overlooked, which talks about games that should be on the Virtual Console.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
XDragon @ Dec 22nd 2008 4:19PM
Finally!
Ok, so now can we have part 1 on the Sega Master System?
Troy @ Dec 22nd 2008 9:53PM
You say "um" a lot.
David Hinkle @ Dec 22nd 2008 11:35PM
Um, thanks? :)
Cyantre @ Dec 22nd 2008 9:52PM
Honestly I'm surprised you recommend this, especially since there are already collections available which contain this game... at least I believe there are, one of which I believe is a GBA game. If not there is the SEGA collection coming out which does contain the first four Phantasy Star games.
Miranda @ Dec 23rd 2008 12:06AM
I wish you guys would review the WiiWare titles, too. I'd really like to know if the mini golf game this week is worth my money. Thanks!
Joseph Lundstrom, Jr. @ Dec 23rd 2008 12:38AM
I just downloaded this game which makes 4 copies that I now own (I'm a game collector and I had to have this game still factory sealed). This is the RPG that made me fall in love with the genre. I HIGHLY recommend this one of all the other PS titles.
And actually this game is not available in any current compilations. The GBA collection only has 1 - 3. There was a Sega Saturn game which had all 4 but finding that will cost you some dough because it's a very sought after collectors item since this is the only compilation of all 4 original games.
I've played 2-4 and PSO for GCN and IV is by far the best in storyline and character development which are the 2 most important aspects, IMO, for an RPG. Each character is unique and displays their own personalities. The game also links and references previous PS games so it feels like one world or universe (something you don't get in FF games). Later the game also allows you to do combo attacks where you can combine different abilities for a larger and more powerful attack (14 in all).
The story line includes twists and turns and even some heartfelt moments *tear*
Anyone that is a fan of the classic turn based style RPG will enjoy this title.
DOWNLOAD IT!