Lunar SSH - 8.0 @ GS

Gamespot tells us (not really) that Lunar Silver Star Harmony proves that even old classics are still very enjoyable to this day. The same can be said for Star Ocean and Final Fantasy Tactics. They also say "Average" as its score. I say average because that's what most RPGs on the PSP get, don't they?

Sounds like this game - and the CD and cards, which bear no mention in the review (other than the music itself) - will be worth my $40.

I'm also surprised that even though it's not an AAA title, they posted the review 5 days early.

I know it's gonna be a great RPG on the PSP. I guess you could say it's 2010's Star Ocean 2. (in terms of remake/port quailty...which, in Lunar's case, has been not once, but twice!)

One thing that's not going to be so great is having to trudge through Burg and the White Dragon cave for like the 50th time...for me, at least.

Okay, I'm done, so what are your thoughts on the game...so far?

(No spoilers, please, beyond that of the demo, as it's my 1st time playing this. I would also consider the names of characters (that are not Alex, Ramus - who wasn't even mentioned in the character trailer, Luna, and Nall) to be spoilers as well.

One last thing - what is TLC? T...loadable content?

You guys came here to discuss the game and/or review? Well, have at it.

One last thing - what is TLC? T...loadable content?

tjoeb123

[QUOTE="tjoeb123"]

One last thing - what is TLC? T...loadable content?

xaos

I'm hoping it is put up on PSN on release date like they did with SOCOM. I have been waiting for this for some time.

I preordered the Limited Edition...and played the demo...and visited the site like every day for a week to check for new stuff...I'm officially excited! It definitely deserves that score, if what I've played of it is indicative of the rest of the game.

I preordered the Limited Edition...and played the demo...and visited the site like every day for a week to check for new stuff...I'm officially excited! It definitely deserves that score, if what I've played of it is indicative of the rest of the game.

Luigi12901

I can't wait for this game because it's the first classic RPG remake of a game that's actually good (imho). I went through a 16/32-bit RPG phase a couple years ago where I played a ton of them over the course of a few months, and Silver Star Story was one of the few that I got quite a ways into. (I didn't actually finish any of them lol)

I think it's much more than "2010's Star Ocean 2" ...that game is such crap. I could not believe how banal the dialogue was, and the pace was glacial.

I can't wait for this game because it's the first classic RPG remake of a game that's actually good (imho). I went through a 16/32-bit RPG phase a couple years ago where I played a ton of them over the course of a few months, and Silver Star Story was one of the few that I got quite a ways into. (I didn't actually finish any of them lol)

I think it's much more than "2010's Star Ocean 2" ...that game is such crap. I could not believe how banal the dialogue was, and the pace was glacial.

jedinat

Yeah, I thought star ocean second revolution was boring. The first time I tried playing it, I turned the PSP off because I was almost sleeping through the openning, unskippable, scenes. Then I gave it a second chance and I just couldn't get into it

Lunar on the other hand, I was very upset when the demo ended on the first, second, thrid, and fourth time I played it.

What do you mean you were "upset"? That it ended so soon? No boss battle?tjoeb123

Yeah, no boss, it ended quick and I wanted to keep playing.

[QUOTE="tjoeb123"]What do you mean you were "upset"? That it ended so soon? No boss battle?eejus

Yeah, no boss, it ended quick and I wanted to keep playing.

Eh this review means nothing to me. They gave Crimson Gem Saga a 5.5, a game which I myself would've gave an 8, almost 9 even. I'm predicting Lunar psp is a lot better than they've lead us to believe.

[QUOTE="eejus"]

[QUOTE="tjoeb123"]What do you mean you were "upset"? That it ended so soon? No boss battle?tjoeb123

Yeah, no boss, it ended quick and I wanted to keep playing.

Don't they call you when they get it in stock anyway? I'm just planning on the third, because our Gamestop never has them out until the day after release. EVER.

Eh this review means nothing to me. They gave Crimson Gem Saga a 5.5, a game which I myself would've gave an 8, almost 9 even. I'm predicting Lunar psp is a lot better than they've lead us to believe.

ThePerro

[QUOTE="tjoeb123"][QUOTE="eejus"]

Yeah, no boss, it ended quick and I wanted to keep playing.

Luigi12901

Don't they call you when they get it in stock anyway? I'm just planning on the third, because our Gamestop never has them out until the day after release. EVER.

EDIT: I just got a call from GS saying that I can get it tomorrow. Yay!!!!!!

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[QUOTE="tjoeb123"] And just like Luna was and Nall pointed out -- I'm two for two! Here's to hoping that Gamestop will have it in tomorrow. (I'll be calling mine today to see) Also, it's the best selling game (as of now) on the PSP at Gamestop.tjoeb123

Don't they call you when they get it in stock anyway? I'm just planning on the third, because our Gamestop never has them out until the day after release. EVER.

EDIT: I just got a call from GS saying that I can get it tomorrow. Yay!!!!!!

Lucky! I still have to wait...most likely getting that same call tomorrow. Everything takes so long to ship to here...

Edit- Apparently, I did get that call today. My family says they called...must have been while I was asleep. I DID just get back home from Vancouver after all.

hmmm interesting. haven't been much of a fan of RPG's, but if everyone vouches for how good this is...might have to give it a shot.

I wonder if we'll see Eternal Blue...jordonj

[QUOTE="ThePerro"]

Eh this review means nothing to me. They gave Crimson Gem Saga a 5.5, a game which I myself would've gave an 8, almost 9 even. I'm predicting Lunar psp is a lot better than they've lead us to believe.

jedinat

See, now I'm on the 7 to 8 for Crimson Gem Saga but I love level grinding and that's what the game is all about. The only problem I have with the game is the maze like dungeons without maps.

Lunar will be cool to play. I hope that PSN will have it tomorrow but I believe I read that it will be released on the 3rd with a Firmware update. Not exactly sure if the source is trust worthy.

[QUOTE="jedinat"][QUOTE="ThePerro"]

Eh this review means nothing to me. They gave Crimson Gem Saga a 5.5, a game which I myself would've gave an 8, almost 9 even. I'm predicting Lunar psp is a lot better than they've lead us to believe.

eejus

See, now I'm on the 7 to 8 for Crimson Gem Saga but I love level grinding and that's what the game is all about. The only problem I have with the game is the maze like dungeons without maps.

Lunar will be cool to play. I hope that PSN will have it tomorrow but I believe I read that it will be released on the 3rd with a Firmware update. Not exactly sure if the source is trust worthy.

That's where you're wrong. Some people have already confirmed that they will be getting their copy tomorrow (check link a few posts back...although that particular post is from Amazon, several Gamestops - also noted on the game's board - will also be getting copies in.

Also, link please to the news with the Firmware update (if it's greater than 6.20)?

[QUOTE="eejus"]

[QUOTE="jedinat"] While 5.5 was a little harsh, Crimson Gem Saga is an awful game.tjoeb123

See, now I'm on the 7 to 8 for Crimson Gem Saga but I love level grinding and that's what the game is all about. The only problem I have with the game is the maze like dungeons without maps.

Lunar will be cool to play. I hope that PSN will have it tomorrow but I believe I read that it will be released on the 3rd with a Firmware update. Not exactly sure if the source is trust worthy.

That's where you're wrong. Some people have already confirmed that they will be getting their copy tomorrow (check link a few posts back...although that particular post is from Amazon, several Gamestops - also noted on the game's board - will also be getting copies in.

Also, link please to the news with the Firmware update (if it's greater than 6.20)?

I know the UMD release date is the 2nd, tomorrow but I am not sure on the PSN release date. This link is where I got this information from, it used to say march 3rd but now it says march 4th.

[QUOTE="tjoeb123"]

[QUOTE="eejus"]

See, now I'm on the 7 to 8 for Crimson Gem Saga but I love level grinding and that's what the game is all about. The only problem I have with the game is the maze like dungeons without maps.

Lunar will be cool to play. I hope that PSN will have it tomorrow but I believe I read that it will be released on the 3rd with a Firmware update. Not exactly sure if the source is trust worthy.

eejus

That's where you're wrong. Some people have already confirmed that they will be getting their copy tomorrow (check link a few posts back...although that particular post is from Amazon, several Gamestops - also noted on the game's board - will also be getting copies in.

Also, link please to the news with the Firmware update (if it's greater than 6.20)?

I know the UMD release date is the 2nd, tomorrow but I am not sure on the PSN release date. This link is where I got this information from, it used to say march 3rd but now it says march 4th.

But nowhere in that link does it make any mention of an exclusive firmware update. That's what I'd like to know where that piece of information came from...?

Also, it comes out on PSN the 4th because that's when the PS Store is updated.

I wonder if we'll see Eternal Blue...jordonj

I played Lunar 2: Eternal Blue Complete, but I never did play the first Lunar. So, I might wait for this to drop in price a bit, or wait for used copies to start popping up, but I want to get my hands on it either way and play it.Greyfeld

It's more than worth the money, imo. Minus the sometimes-weird voiceovers and slightly long loading times, it's epicly awesome!

I am not much of an RPG person. I decided to try Lunar SSH and to be honest, I am really getting bored playing it. There is way too much talking going on. Way too much dialogs. No map is frustrating sometimes. I dont know this game is just boring me to tears. The combat system is fun and I really just want to level grind. But more than 70% of the time I am talking with NPC's in town trying to make the game move forward. I know this is a part of RPG that many players enjoy, but I played Crimson Gem Saga, and there was not that many useless conversations going on. I am so bored already. Please tell me this is only the first few hours and soon it will be more action/level grinding and less talking between characters. Played 5 hours so far, and not enjoying it that much. I guess I am not a true RPG fan.

[QUOTE="Greyfeld"]I played Lunar 2: Eternal Blue Complete, but I never did play the first Lunar. So, I might wait for this to drop in price a bit, or wait for used copies to start popping up, but I want to get my hands on it either way and play it.Luigi12901

It's more than worth the money, imo. Minus the sometimes-weird voiceovers and slightly long loading times, it's epicly awesome!

I am not much of an RPG person. I decided to try Lunar SSH and to be honest, I am really getting bored playing it. There is way too much talking going on. Way too much dialogs. No map is frustrating sometimes. I dont know this game is just boring me to tears. The combat system is fun and I really just want to level grind. But more than 70% of the time I am talking with NPC's in town trying to make the game move forward. I know this is a part of RPG that many players enjoy, but I played Crimson Gem Saga, and there was not that many useless conversations going on. I am so bored already. Please tell me this is only the first few hours and soon it will be more action/level grinding and less talking between characters. Played 5 hours so far, and not enjoying it that much. I guess I am not a true RPG fan.

jasontdoto

[QUOTE="jasontdoto"]

I am not much of an RPG person. I decided to try Lunar SSH and to be honest, I am really getting bored playing it. There is way too much talking going on. Way too much dialogs. No map is frustrating sometimes. I dont know this game is just boring me to tears. The combat system is fun and I really just want to level grind. But more than 70% of the time I am talking with NPC's in town trying to make the game move forward. I know this is a part of RPG that many players enjoy, but I played Crimson Gem Saga, and there was not that many useless conversations going on. I am so bored already. Please tell me this is only the first few hours and soon it will be more action/level grinding and less talking between characters. Played 5 hours so far, and not enjoying it that much. I guess I am not a true RPG fan.

jedinat

:shock::):D:P:lol:

VERY witty... love it!

I dunno, perhaps I just enjoy RPGs from a by-gone era, but this game is PERFECT to me! And also coincidentally, I'm not that big into NPC conversations either... but this game, it's just sooooo GOOOOOOOOOD...

[QUOTE="jasontdoto"]

I am not much of an RPG person. I decided to try Lunar SSH and to be honest, I am really getting bored playing it. There is way too much talking going on. Way too much dialogs. No map is frustrating sometimes. I dont know this game is just boring me to tears. The combat system is fun and I really just want to level grind. But more than 70% of the time I am talking with NPC's in town trying to make the game move forward. I know this is a part of RPG that many players enjoy, but I played Crimson Gem Saga, and there was not that many useless conversations going on. I am so bored already. Please tell me this is only the first few hours and soon it will be more action/level grinding and less talking between characters. Played 5 hours so far, and not enjoying it that much. I guess I am not a true RPG fan.

jedinat

[QUOTE="jedinat"][QUOTE="jasontdoto"]

I am not much of an RPG person. I decided to try Lunar SSH and to be honest, I am really getting bored playing it. There is way too much talking going on. Way too much dialogs. No map is frustrating sometimes. I dont know this game is just boring me to tears. The combat system is fun and I really just want to level grind. But more than 70% of the time I am talking with NPC's in town trying to make the game move forward. I know this is a part of RPG that many players enjoy, but I played Crimson Gem Saga, and there was not that many useless conversations going on. I am so bored already. Please tell me this is only the first few hours and soon it will be more action/level grinding and less talking between characters. Played 5 hours so far, and not enjoying it that much. I guess I am not a true RPG fan.

jasontdoto

I am not much of an RPG person. I decided to try Lunar SSH and to be honest, I am really getting bored playing it. There is way too much talking going on. Way too much dialogs. No map is frustrating sometimes. I dont know this game is just boring me to tears. The combat system is fun and I really just want to level grind. But more than 70% of the time I am talking with NPC's in town trying to make the game move forward. I know this is a part of RPG that many players enjoy, but I played Crimson Gem Saga, and there was not that many useless conversations going on. I am so bored already. Please tell me this is only the first few hours and soon it will be more action/level grinding and less talking between characters. Played 5 hours so far, and not enjoying it that much. I guess I am not a true RPG fan.

If you go to last page or first, I posted in this thread about wanting to quit this game due to boredom. I am glad I stuck it out and finished it. A walkthrough really helped me, otherwise I probably would have given up and quit. Walkthrough made it easier for me to know where to go and talk to who to make the game moving faster. I gotta say, even though this game was frustrating sometimes with the endless talking , it is one of the best old school rpg's i have played with a decent (and cheesy) storyline. they totally revamped the game so it does not look that outdated either on the psp. By the time I finished the game, my main character was lvl 45. I think I spent about a week on this game, playing off and on during my free time. I recommend it to those who never tried it and are really into old school rpgs.