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Vagrant Story
PlayStation
Released On: May 15, 2000
8.8
All Platforms
Metascore
Universal Acclaim
Based on 19 Critic Reviews
92
100% Positive
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0% Mixed
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0% Negative
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Metascore
Universal Acclaim
Based on 19 Critic Reviews
92
100% Positive
19 Reviews
19 Reviews
0% Mixed
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
It's large, it's intense, it's huge, and it looks and sounds great. Vagrant Story is a true classic action/RPG in every sense that will hook you in from the start and never let go.
Simply put, Vagrant Story is a true work of art and is one of the most cinematic experiences you'll find on PlayStation. It's not only one of this year's best games -- it's one of the greatest of all-time.
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 262 User Ratings
8.8
88% Positive
230 Ratings
230 Ratings
6% Mixed
15 Ratings
15 Ratings
6% Negative
17 Ratings
17 Ratings
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 262 User Ratings
8.8
88% Positive
230 Ratings
230 Ratings
6% Mixed
15 Ratings
15 Ratings
6% Negative
17 Ratings
17 Ratings
There’s still nothing quite like it.
No game is perfect — by design, they are always imperfect. But Vagrant Story comes closer than most. Its narrative, systems, and aesthetics fuse into something seamless, profound, and endlessly compelling.
Even today, it remains one of the most fascinating stories told in video games, with direction that elevates it beyond the sum of its parts. Vagrant Story is a unique fusion of action RPG, puzzle-box dungeon crawler, and dark political fantasy — and features my favorite battle system in the genre, rivaling titans like Final Fantasy Tactics, Soulslikes, or Dragon’s Dogma.What makes Vagrant Story so special is that it arrived during the 32-bit era — a time when developers still wanted, and could afford, to reinvent the wheel. Yet it wasn’t just invention for invention’s sake. In many areas, it felt like the next iteration.
The music and narrative stand as a continuation — and refinement — of Matsuno’s signature "political fantasy fiction," something that transcends typical game storytelling. The combat system, inspired by Parasite Eve, turns tactical positioning and targeted strikes into a deeply personal rhythm — equal parts cerebral and brutal.
One of the things that made me. And I am grateful for that.
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They don't make games like they used to anymore, excellent story and soundtrack.
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If I wasn't afraid of the weight of the statement, I would definitely call this the greatest game ever made. Instead, I'll just say it's quite possibly and probably the greatest.
Besides the sometimes crazy amount of time spent in inventory management, and the distinct lack of non-player characters to interact with and real towns, Vagrant Story is a Top Notch, Grade A, Action RPG.
A great medieval romp that plays just like the espionage thrillers "Syphon Filther 2" or "Metal Gear Solid." It's a welcome reprieve from traditional role playing games like "Secret of Mana."
Despite all the disparate elements crammed into it, they all manage to complement each other and function as if Square has been secretly planning and polishing this gem for years now.
Due to the initial difficulty and a slight repetitiveness on part of the gameplay, it will make you wonder what the fuss is about, but once you do get in and begin to understand the level of customisation the game allows, it'll have you hooked.
Great game, I've been playing it off and on for years. It wasn't love at first sight, it took me a few days to master the commands and then the perfect story , Vagrant Story began.
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Buen guión y buena ambientación, un poco repetitivo y con mecánicas que sobran.
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I wanted to give this game a 10/10. Believe me, but as a child playing this game, I HAVE NO IDEA what to do. The game has a ton of puzzles. I believe there wasn't much tutorial either. It's difficulty is set for a man. Honestly, the graphics in this game may be even better than some PS2 titles. It was one of the most memorable PS1 games in my life.
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I first played Vagrant Story a number of years after its original release and so perhaps my judgement was clouded by more recent games in the RPG genre but I really struggled to get into the games traditional elements.
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Just impossible to play. Even if you endured the absurd difficulty, you only play with one character for some reason, which makes it repetitive and boring. I never understood the fame this game has, its barel playable.
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Summary AGENTS OF THE CROWN Relive an adventurous tale rich with agents, espionage, and conspiracies. Challenge deadly monsters and villains with your steel and magic. Clear your name by uncovering a sinister plot -- or perish in the attempt. * A dark, cinematic adventure set in a richly detailed 3D world * Revolutionary battle & status system...
Rated T
for Teen
Platforms:
- PlayStation
Initial Release Date: May 15, 2000
Developer:
- SquareSoft
Publisher: Square EA
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