Lost Odyssey for Xbox 360 Reviews by Gamers

Let me start out by saying this is the first turn-based role playing game I have played on any console.

With that said let me begin by saying how much I enjoyed this game. It was long, but not too long where it got dry and boring, with a great story. I felt connected to each character in a different way because of each important role they played in the game. I'm a big fan of good stories in a game, which is lacking in most games over the past few years. This game has romance, back stabbing, exciting moments, suspenseful moments.

The turn-based combat system was one that kept you engaged the whole time. You always felt in control every battle. The boss battles are tough and a great challenge. The strategy used in each battle greatly will effect the outcome. One problem I had with the game was how often you got put into battle. It seems like you can't walk 10 steps before another battle comes up, forcing you to beat them, move on, then battle again soon. It got annoying, buy yet I had to do it in order to level up. It got to the point where I was fleeing every battle to avoid them. Just got a little annoying. Other than that little annoyance, the combat system is great.

Breakdown:

Positive things about the game:
- Great story
- Long game
- Good combat system
- Challenging boss battles
- Great cut scenes

Negative things about the game
- Combat seemed to often at times/repetitive
- Some parts are very frustrating, seeming impossible
- No replay value

Overall this game is great and definitily worth a rent, but I would not suggest buying it as once you play through it once I wouldn't think you would want to play it again.

The story line is tremendous and memories which are mini stories are some of the best I've encountered. Good spells and great mix of characters. I felt this was a very original game however I haven't been able to play many Japanese RPGs since I only have an Xbox 360. If you hate to read you'll miss out the stories but still a good game if you do not count those.