#Ys I & II Chronicles

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Ys I & II Chronicles

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Speculation on: Falcom, circa Summer 2022

Speculation on: Falcom, circa Summer 2022

Man, I know I wanted to hold off on doing another one of these for some time… but I think I may have overdone it. Granted, I made the decision to push back writing a Summer speculation article for Falcom until I finished my most recent post on Retronaissance… and since it’s just a rough draft waiting to be edited at this point, I feel like I’m safe to finally dip back into my sideblog. And not a…

[adoroos]

[laziarteest]

Ys I & II Chronicles - So Much For Today (Ys I) Song I’m about to hear for an embarrassingly long time as I attempt to fight Vagullion on Nightmare difficulty

[thekingdomofdong]

now that i beat Ys The Oath in Felghana really just got memories of celceta and ys origins left to play till i get monstrom nox someday on sale or somethin might do origin cause its shorter, and apparently theres multiple character playthroughs, so i can finish up one run of that, go over to celceta then finish up the other origin character playthrough or somethin

[coupleskitchen]

Ys I & II Chronicles+

Ys I & II Chronicles+ offers a fresh coat of polish to the first two games in the long-standing Ys franchise. The series, for the most part, delves into the tales of fearless adventurer Adol Christin as he explores the vast world around him, somehow running into trouble at every turn. Because he is such a worldly young man, nearly all of the Ys games are standalone stories. However, Ys II directly follows the events of Ys I, which is why they are so conveniently packaged together in this neat little bundle.

For those who are motivated to follow a series from its inception, Ys certainly offers little Easter eggs throughout its many instalments—mostly in the form of referencing past events or revisiting characters from previous games. In essence, the games all take place in the same universe and follow a particular chronology, but as mentioned, it isn't really necessary to play all of the games, or even all of the games in order (with the exception of the two in this bundle). You generally won't miss much if you pass over one of the games.

It is probably no surprise that Ys I & II Chronicles+ gets our stamp of approval. We love the entire catalogue of Ys games—the challenge of powering through Nightmare difficulty, the ever-endearing characters, the intriguing story- even the developer. But if you've been following this blog for a while then you know that we try to mix our opinions with a hint of objectivism. There are, of course, reasons that people might shy away from tackling these two games.

Suffice it to say, video games have evolved in the decades that we've all been playing them. They're now much more user friendly. Puzzles usually make quick sense and the majority of games are geared towards making you want to continue playing them, avoiding any of the frustrating pitfalls that can sometimes crush a person's spirit. That's why in the past, video games were more of a niche hobby than they are today, and the older Ys games are just that—older games. It's something that is assuredly felt throughout, and if the somewhat outdated graphics aren't enough to remind you that this is a remaster of two much older games, the occasional challenging puzzle and lack of overall guidance is sure to bring it front and centre. It is completely understandable if someone were to want to skip these instalments entirely, though there is no shame in using a guide to get through them either.

Another make or break aspect of this game is the combat. Ys I and II employ a later retired combat system known as the "bump system" which requires the player to attack enemies by pushing Adol into them. If you attack at an angle, you have the chance to parry and take no damage whatsoever. It's an obstacle in and of itself, especially so in Nightmare mode where an enemy can incapacitate Adol in only a few hits, forcing you to reload a previous save. This requires the player to exercise a high degree of skill to survive each battle. As is to be expected, the difficulty consistently ramps up with each new area. It's a thrilling challenge, but it can also be aggravating at times dying repeatedly. On top of that, the difficulty is actually escalated on modern computers, with many people complaining that the final boss fight is impossible—however, this can be easily remedied. There are many fixes floating around out there, but the solution that worked for us is to open the configuration tool before you begin the game and change the refresh rate to 60hz.

If you're at all curious, we do suggest giving it a try. The game is fantastically worth playing, and we aren't the only ones who think so. While it is by no means a household name, Ys has long ago cemented itself as a beloved ARPG classic. It has evolved with time as Falcom continues to release new entries in the series, with a new one being recently announced. Overall, Ys I & II Chronicles+ is primed to welcome new and veteran players alike to the beautiful and imaginative world of Ys. With its vibrant scenery, incredible music, and gorgeous character art, it is easy to immerse yourself in Adol's world as he overcomes the odds. Though these two games are shorter than the later entries in the series, and can feel somewhat typical of the RPG genre, they evoke the warmth of nostalgia and a thirst for adventure. The beginning of Ys sets a precedent for outstanding narrative and interesting characters in Falcom games, which is a reputation that they never cease to stay true to.

View the full review here. [blogspot.com]

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Never played a Ys game but I've been meaning to. I don't know which one I should start tho. What would be your suggestions?

The Ys series are about the many adventures of Adol Christin, which are for the most part not connected to each other. There's a timeline for what order the games take place, like in Ys VIII's prologue Adol briefly has the endgame sword from Ys V before accidentally losing it, since VIII takes place directly after V.

This isn't necessary to know at all, it's just for fun references.

Personally Ys 1 & 2 Chronicles is a big favorite of mine and it also happens to be on sale now on Steam. The two first games tends to be referenced more than the others, so it's nice (but not necessary) to at least have played those before the others.

I'm a fan of the bump combat in the early games, but if it's not for you, feel free to jump to one of the other games with a gameplay style that appeals more to you.

I do recommend giving the bump combat a honest try though, even if you're not feeling it immediately.

[jessjustplay]

2023 Midyear Checkpoint

June 15, 2023

I’ve finished some great games so far in 2023! It’s going to be tough picking one “Game of the Year”, but we’ll cross that bridge when we get there. 🤓

Up til now, I’ve spent $126.33 on video games. I actually regret buying Ys: I & II Chronicles for the PS Vita for $15. I tried to get a refund but the Playstation People are not refund friendly. 🫠

My goal is to finish all the games I own before buying more (Games Backlog is a few posts back). I already fell off because I bought Ni no Kuni… 🥴

It’s hard when cool games go on sale… but I am doing my best. 🤞 I remind myself that the games will be there later, and even if I did buy them, I know I’m not going to play them right away.

I know there is instant gratification when you click “buy now” and it’s something I am mindful of when spending money. (I used to have a lil shopping addiction with books and clothes which is why I am cognizant of my spending habits now.)

Also - these are my personal beliefs, you spend your money however you want. ✌️

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#Gamefemerides

El 22 de febrero de 2011 fue lanzado Ys I & II Chronicles (イースI&IIクロニクルズ). Fue desarrollado por Nihon Falcom para PlayStation Portable, y lanzado en América por XSEED Games. Se trata de los últimos remakes de los dos primeros Ys. También para Microsoft Windows a través de Steam.

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[locustsummers]

I love this description because it's objectively a good thing to take steps to make games more approachable and everything they point out is completely correct - especially the overall responsiveness of the movement - but at the same time, it's… Ys I.

kindness!

kindness!

overwhelming kindness!!

So yeah EGG Console Ys was delightful; a lovely surprise. It's held up well all these years on, and after playing through later updated versions like Chronicles with all their various new additions, this original PC release almost feels quite streamlined and breezy in comparison. (well, as 'streamlined' or 'breezy' as roundabout mazes like the Abandoned Mine and Darm Tower can get, anyway) And after hearing all the horror stories, it seemed like even the Dark Fact battle wasn't near as terrible as anticipated. Yeah absolutely the fight still sucks on toast, the lack of diagonal movement is cumbersome, and you'll still need a touch of luck to succeed, but I expected far worse.

Welp, time to sit and seethe because Ys II still isn't on D4's list of upcoming titles. Don't you dare leave us hanging!

[90sfantasyanimestuff]

Ys I & II Chronicles

[bleedforever]

enjoying ys i & ii chronicles, even though i have to constantly refer to the walkthrough ヽ(；▽；)ノ

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2023 media thread on what I have done so far (part 1)

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[laziarteest]

Ys I&II Chronicles+ my beloved It’s time once more for Nightmare mode to kick my ass

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Ys II Chronicles

I did not like Ys II. The dungeons are so long, labyrinthine, and drawn out, and there are tons of places where the game has you backtrack to pad out the game. The hints are entirely obtuse, and the story is heavily concentrated into the back half of the game.

It doesn't have the joy of being an adventurer that later games in the series do, and the combat system isn't particularly engaging. It's probably better than Ys V, but other than that it's the bottom of the barrel for me.

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