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  Published: 2009-05-14, review by: Gamingnexus.com

  • Abstract:  When Ys Book I & II was first released on the TurboGrafx-CD it was considered the first must-own game for NEC's fledgling console. Although it was largely ignored by the U.S. consumer, game critics of the time hailed it as one of the greatest role-play...

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  Published: 2009-04-07, review by: gamezone.com

  • Abstract:  Legacy of Ys: Books I & II is a great deal for fans of the original series and old-school RPG fanatics, but likely will be far too outdated and traditional for many RPG players.

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  Published: 2009-03-25, review by: gamervision.com

  • Abstract:  Name: Legacy of Ys: Books I & IIGenre: Action RPGPlatform: Nintendo DSThe Nintendo DS has no shortage of role-playing games, between the Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest remakes and new titles being designed specifically for the handheld. Despite the cro...

 
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  Published: 2009-03-16, Author: Nick , review by: nintendoworldreport.com

  • Abstract:  The improved graphics and controls boost both games to new heights. Many are familiar with Ys Books I & II due to their recent release on the Wiis Virtual Console. The two games were, at the time, remade and combined into one disc for the TurboGrafx ...

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  Published: 2009-03-06, review by: brighthub.com

  • Abstract:  Everything old is new again as Atlus takes the classic RPGs Ys I & II, gives them a fresh coat of paint, and releases them for the Nintendo DS. The results are mostly positive. The Turbo CD version of Ys Book I & II--or rather, the Wii Virtual Console...

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  Published: 2009-03-02, review by: diehardgamefan.com

  • Legacy of Ys Books I & II is a hideous insult to the entire Ys franchise. Everything that made the series stand out has been gutted and replaced by a generic badly implemented combat system. Compounding this is a lack of any real challenge and the fact...

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  Published: 2009-02-26, review by: 1up.com

  • Abstract:  Nihon Falcom's Ys series is one of the world's most enduring RPG franchises. It may not enjoy the international success of Final Fantasy or command the affection of millions like Dragon Quest, but it's survived for nearly 25 years on the strength of it...

 
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  Published: 2009-02-24, review by: ztgd.com

  • Two games in one, New stylus control, Classic RPG flavor,
  • Not for the new RPG crowd, Item management can be a pain, Classic RPG pains

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  Published: 2009-02-24, review by: cheatcc.com

  • Abstract:  Atlus has done a great job of supporting our seemingly insatiable appetite for rare, import titles. Their latest offering, Legacy of Ys: Books I & II brings the first two chapters in the Ys series to U.S. shores in one compiled cartridge.Fans of the fr...

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  Published: 2009-02-24, review by: gamepro.com

  • Fantastic soundtrack; beautiful handdrawn visuals
  • Tedious dungeon crawling; annoying amount of backtracking

 
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