Y's returns!!!

[zoothe]

Oh man, I'm so glad it's official!!<p> http://www.konami.com/gs/ys/official/top.html <br><p>[size=small][Edit by zoothe on [TIME]1113167163[/TIME]][/size]

[OnnaWren]

Well, let's hope they also do what they've been tossing around for an idea, and release Books I-V in the US as a compilation DVD-ROM... ^^;<p>Adol Christin lives.. yey. ^^;;;

[zoothe]

That'd be sweet!

[Ein Tyrion]

i've never heard of this....

[OnnaWren]

Konami's been known to do it before, so *coughCastleVaniaChroniclescough*...

[Lord Khyron]

Why does it have to be a compilation on DVD-rom?<p>Ys could make it to other systems<p>In fact, it would be awesome if it did.

[The Exile]

my browser doesnt like that site

[OnnaWren]

By DVD-ROM, I meant PS2... not that it couldn't be done on Xbox or Gamecube, but Konami's support of both has been extremely sketchy as of late...

[Lord Khyron]

Yes I know what you meant..<p>I just didn't want to say the name of that worthless console.<p>My preference after all..<p>Hehe

[Alucard]

What is the basic layout of Ys?<br>

[zoothe]

Fact is: the Y's Book I & II remakes are already out in Japan on the PS2. All Konami (or anyone) would have to do is translate.<p> <blockquote>What is the basic layout of Ys? <br></blockquote> <p>It's your basic action/rpg formula. I would say it a lot like Alundra, Landstalker, or Shining Wisdom... you know, action infused with rpg.

[Lord Khyron]

Except Ys has the fact that you RUN into monsters at the right angle to damage them.<p>It was good and all but I am one of the few who liked Ys 3 for the sidescrolling and beautiful paralax backgrounds.<p>Plus the Cd version had vocals! Demanicus was so evil sounding..<p>

[ill-intent]

Another major accomplishment for Ys was that it was one of the first console RPG series to have a LOT of dialogue and story. (as opposed to Dragon Warrior/Quest, Final Fantasy, and even PS2) Even though the main character had no identity/personality what-so-ever, you could still get wrapped up in the story. This was also impressive as there is only the main character (no team/party) going through the whole series. It's a lot tougher to get a good story across when there's no one for the character to talk to along the way. <p> (back to original topic) The Ys 1 &2 for PS2 was sweet (I'm currently in the middle of playing it through for the second time). The music kinda sucks compared to the old PC Engine/Saturn versions, but what can you do? I have 6 for PC, but I must admit, I haven't had the hardrive space to play it yet. ~_~ As soon as the japanese version of 6 comes out, I will get it and let you all know how it is. <br> As for the classics, yeah, 3 was the exception for gameplay. But I don't think that was the reason for it's lack of following. (I, too liked the "Zelda2-like" gameplay) A lot of people (myself included) felt let down by 3 because the story wasn't as grand and involving.....that and the english version on PC engine had HORRIBLE voice acting. (1&2 used professional actors who've done stuff like Simpsons, Duckman, and Family Guy......3 used Janitors >_<) The one thing 3 did do was it was a GREAT set-up for 4. If you only play 1&2, then jump to 4, the story doesn't quite have the same impact.

[zoothe]

I also read that they're bringing a remake of Wanderers From Y's over to PS2 in Japan. I wish they'd just bring 'em all over to the US.

[Ein Tyrion]

Sill lost on what Y's is......litle help?