Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King

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  • Release Date: Nov. 15, 2005
  • Price: $20.00
  • Publisher: Square Enix
  • Developer: Level 5
  • Platform(s): PS2
  • Genre: RPG
  • ESRB Rating: Teen
  • Alcohol Reference
    Fantasy Violence
    Mild Language
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Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King by Square Enix for PS2 is an RPG that features a huge, epic adventure in a seamless world. Roam as far as the eye can see and battle against a wide variety of unique monsters by deploying spectacular attacks and spells -- all in 3D. The story begins as you, the hero (one of the King's guards), and your eccentric band -- King Trode, the Princess, and a reformed bandit named Yangus -- arrive at the town of Farebury in search of an evil jester named Dhoulmagus. He is the madman responsible for stealing a forbidden sceptre from King Trode's castle and cursing the whole kingdom. Now he roams the land killing innocent victims. Jessica and Angelo join the party on a quest to bring the devilish Dhoulmagus to justice.

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Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King - PS2

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Amazing visuals Poor storytelling
Awesome audio  
Loads of content  
Addictive gameplay  
Just plain fun  
Very well done RPG

The Dragon Quest series is more popular in Japan than Final Fantasy. And not until I played this game did I notice why. This is one of my favorite RPGs of all time. Dragon Quest VIII just has a particular charm about it that kept me hooked to this long, long adventure. Let me break it down for you a little: The story is not the best, but it gets the job done, and has to do with a cursed kind and stuff, but I'm not gonna get into too much detail in that aspect. The graphics are gorgeous, and at times you will genuinely think you are looking at a cartoon. The cell shaded, and well detailed graphics are an awe to look at, and the over world is huge, with no load times. The voice acting is good, and the characters are well animated. This is a simple RPG that contains most elements of classics like level grinding, but it has a great refreshing look an feel to it that is top notch.The customization and battle elements are great, and the mini games and side quests call out your name. The audio productions are masterful, and well orchestrated; you'll be humming some of the tunes as your explore this colossal world of dragon quest.Be prepared to spend 60-89 hours of your life playing this beauty. The boys at Level 5 sure do know how to make an RPG, and if this type of game is your cup of tea, there should be no excuse for not playing it.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King - PS2

dragon quest 8 is one of the best rpgs of all time.

ever since i played dragon quest 8 i've fallen in love with the dragon quest series. this game is hands down one of the best rpgs ever made. the game is epic! it took me 85 hours to beat it on my 1st time through. the game has a great story line, great music, a fun battle system, great graphics, and lovable characters each with their own distinct personality and backgrounds. and don't think the game isn't fun just because it has a simple turn based battle system. in fact, dragon quests battles are just as fun as any other turn based rpg for the ps2. sure other rpgs have unique ways of leveling up or learning new abilities such as final fantasy 10's sphere grid or something along those lines, but dragon quest is just as fun as those rpgs. i have nothing bad to say about this game. so if you like rpgs and still haven't sold your ps2 then buy this game now.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King - PS2

For King And Country!

Bored? Really bored? Need a old style rpg to tide you over till the great final fantesys, fire emblems,and legend of zeldas come out? This is that game.What makes this stand out over other rpgs is the world of dragon quest VIII. This games map is free roaming. See that mountian in the background? Climb it. See that island in the background? Sail to it. It has a story line fit for its style of game. The story its self is enough to make one feel a sense of accomplishment at its end. One of the greatest underloved rpgs of all time. Thsi game deserved much more spot light than some of its competitors. The battle system is uned based and truns are delt by agility. Basic commands for attack and magic. You think this would get boring right? Wrong. Each time you level up, after battle you are awarded points in a certian style of your choice. With over 80 hours of gameplay, two endings, and 15 mini quests this game is a great killer of time in between major games. my only complian about this game is the fact that soem enimes apper twice in this game, only a different color and stronger. Other than that I would pick this game up today.

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King - PS2

All I can say is...wow

OK, new leveling sytem for the console gaming(if you ddon't count Diablo for PS1). You get to drop points into certain areas, each different for each character. I haven't seen that in a console game yet. Its much like the leveling system of Diablo. Basically, your cut and dry RPG, cartoony and cell-shaded. Fun as all get out, if you don't mind taking hours to make a little headway. Definately a must play for RPG lovers!

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King - PS2

Upgrading RPG Greatness

Square-Enix finally got around to upgrading the graphics to the previously ugly Dragon Quest series, however the stories have always been great in all the Dragon Quest games including this one. The music continues to flourish with the symphonic sounds that fans have always loved. This game is a must play for RPG gamers everywhere.

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