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These pre rendered backrounds are a thing of beauty 😭

Legend of Dragoon, Skies of Arcadia, and Xenogears. These three RPGs deserve so much more love, and most definitely a remaster.

Those four discs blew my mind back in the day. The OST is very stylish and unique.

This still remains one of my favorite JRPGs on the PS1 and in general. It's what got me into JRPGS. It definitely has its flaws but I have a lot of nostalgia for it. Spent so many hours playing it as a kid. Finished it about 3 times now. Hope it does get a remake or remaster in future.

I see LOD I click! Proud to be part of the cult following that overrates this underrated classic! One of my all time favorite games despite some notable flaws. Good job dude!

I have heavy nostalgia glasses for this game. A proper remake while keeping the the combat system and providing a real translation would be amazing. This game was 100% ahead of its time while also only able to be made during the time it was. Utterly fantastic while having several large issues that could be easily addressed. So glad to see more videos on it.

I think out of anything, The Legend of Dragoon left the most significant impact on my imagination as a kid. In fact, I think it was the first RPG I ever saw, and it was the coolest thing ever to me. I remember running around my yard with a stick, a large, shiny marble, and "armor" made out of construction paper, pretending I was Dart, defending a fortress (tree) from Sandoran soldiers. I've loved fantasy and RPGs ever since. The soundtrack and atmosphere is forever ingrained in my mind.

I hated the item limitation as a kid. Only 32, and you have so many types to choose from. Now I really appreciate it. Forces you to think more strategically. You're not guaranteed to have a ton of potions hanging out that you forgot about like in a FF title. I also found despite having fewer of them, I used the items in LOD far more often than in any FF title.

Legend of Dragoon was one of the first jrpgs I played. Absolutely loved it, but weirdly, wasn't big on the combat system. I liked the story (evil empire but with twists and it goes beyond that in ways I liked), and I absolutely adored the music, especially the opening.

Currently playing this on my Miyoo mini plus 😅 I LOVED this game back then and one of my all time favorite GAMES.

I am a person that will endlessly praise this game, I will also add it was my first jrpg and I enjoyed it greatly. I play it usually once a year

Used to play a demo of this at a store when I was a kid.

There has been a fan made PC port released for this game unnder the name Severed Chains, definitely take a look!

My absolute favorite game of all time. Despite knowing enough to write a better guide than the "Official Prima" guide, still learn some new little detail every time I play through it. Even after 20 plus runs.

It was my fav jrpg on the ps1. After watching modern reviews, even a streamer that recently replayed it, I agree it's not that great as I saw it back then, but hell do I still love it

I believe that The Legend of Dragoon is a master-piece which was only limited in how it was produced due to the hardware used at the time of it's development. If Sony has any love remaining for the game, then they will hire a development team who can remake this wonderful game in the Modern HD glory that it truly deserves for this era of RPG enthusiasts ~

One Of my favorite RPGS from my childhood, and one of the games i probably have replayed more than others

One of my favorites which deserves a remaster imo! The Additions really kept you engaged during combat!

Some things to note/clarify: I liked the video, so +1 from me. Your consumable items are limited to 32, but in the Japanese version; if you play an external game that name is escaping me at the moment, you can increase it to 64. Your armor and weapons bag is unlimited if I remember correctly. The dragoon transformation animation can be reduced to about 3-4 seconds in the menu, but all magic attacks including dragoon magic cannot. Your main party splits the experience gained after each battle while your standby party members gain 50% of that. So, if you gain 100 experience from a fight, your main people get 33 each while your standby get 16. This can be used to your advantage if you wish to level up specific characters by killing off 2 people in your party. With the same experience, your one party member that is alive will gain all 100 experience, while all standby members gain 50. It's tedious, but definitely doable. With the max level being 60, it's not too bad. Most people finish the game late 30's to early 40's.

This is my favorite game of all time, right behind Mass Effect

I would love to see a complete remake of this game where additions actually did what they're supposed to do, by providing small additional damage to the regular attack. Also getting rid of the item limit, making magic viable outside of boss battles, speeding up the battle system and completely retranslating the entire game. I know many people love this game, but it needs ALOT of help. Love ya Xygor!

The Dragoon spells also level up the more times you use them. Love this game

The music is so good in this game!!! Along with the story!

One of my favorite jrpg's, period. Nice review! I wish we could get a remake where the characters look like the cover art.

Legend of dragoon is still, to this day my favourite game of all time. The minute it came out on Ps+ i grabbed it and 100% it. And you know what i’ll start it again today!

This is by far one of my favorites and I still have this game!

One of the my favorite classic JRPGs. I always enjoyed that the combat forces you to be more engaged and learn timing. Searching around for the hidden stardust before having the internet and no strategy guide was fun. I really miss these old style RPGs, warts and all. There was a more methodical pace to these where you really took your time with everything and weren’t speeding through a checklist of quest markers. I love FF7 Rebirth as much as the next person, but there’s something to be said for the unhurried feel of these older experiences.

This game deserve a remake for the PS5 even the Dragon Campaign prequel would be great.

A game developer company needs to pick up this game for a remaster and a part 2.

Legend of Dragoon will always hold a special place for me I played other JRPGs but Legend of Dragoon was the first story that I got into I wrote Legend of Dragoon fanfiction while I was still in kindergarten, it was one of the first video games I remember watching and helping my mother play. Legend of Dragoon shaped my writing for better or for worse people say too this day I write like I'm trapped in a badly translated anime with archaic words. The worst part for me is I know the Legend of Dragoon too well. I tend to skip over things just to progress I don’t think I have fun playing so much as I have strategic goals I meet for each point of the game. That's why I'm always surprised when I learn something new about this amazing classic.

Heads up for those who don't know about it yet. There is a PC port called Severed Chains. While it's still a bit buggy in a few ways, it's playable. I have it setup on my PC, and I must say that aside from some visual oddities, it's a work in progress that deserves the support. Know ahead of time however that you must have all 4 discs backed up on your system before you can use it; as of course it is not legal to have the separate roms from another source unless you already have the physical game. (even then you're technically supposed to back it up from those copies...) Anyways. What this is, is a reverse engineered engine of the same Assembly code that runs the game normally on the PS1. But they've made some enhancements, modifications, additions, etc. It's legal to own and use, since it's been properly reverse engineered. But as with proper legal use with a PS1, you must have the game discs properly as well. So while it might still be a work in progress, as I said before, and worthy of support; be aware of what is required before trying to use it. IS it worth going through the trouble? If you can, sure. I now have a copy of Legend of Dragoon that should work on any PC I put it on without having to worry about legalities, and over time it will look better in every regards than the emulators. Work better too. It's a win/win all around, provided some patience is applied.

Classic for sure! I still need to finish that one.... Got softlocked about 130 hours into it

Didnt this have 4 discs, it was crazy!

I loved the game. I don't have any way back when memories of it, it was recommended to me a couple of years ago. I didn't think I could get the addition system (and I sorta didn't, I was using the equipment that does it for me at the end) but I was still able to progress through the entire game with the abilities that I had. I love the soundtrack too.

TBH? Legend of Dragoon is one of the PSX rpg's that I'd say are absolute must plays. The soundtrack is phenomenal, combat is exhilarating and the story gets damn complex with plot points being sometimes millennia in the making. NVM the plot twists and tragedies uncovered. The world you start out in has history, and its full weight is pitted against the heroes. I also like the variety of enemies, some are a bit weird... but mostly even mooks are well done. I do think it's better to point out a few things you failed to mention: -Dragoon forms also gain levels on use, giving increased use time, mp and the ability to summon their respective dragon. -Boss battles often have unusual mechanics, call em unique gimmicks if you will, that force you to really pay attention. Be that rolling bombs, blocking dragoon forms or hiding in a cave structure to name just a few. -I'm not a big fan of the item limit, especially since you can do some enemy/boss attacks via limited items. -There's a wealth of recurring bosses. Not 1-on-1 repeats either at that. -So many sidequests. You can get the big guy his dragoon form through sidequesting. And learn more about the original dragoons and the war they fought. And many more things besides. -A pity you left one of the best CGI cutscenes out of this video. I mean... LoD has a major plot point delivered as a ghost ship, neh?

This was always my favorite RPG

I wish it would have continued the story had more to do. And now it's iconic and darn I wish I would have kept it the game

I enjoyed this game on the PS1 and PS3. I heard a group is working on bringing it to the PC (you need original discs).

Played it for the first time about 2 years ago and finished it. Still looks great today the pre rendered environments and chosen camera angles give it a cinematic flair that I really enjoyed from many RPGs of that era. Id always heard of it as a FF killer and tbh I think that comparison does it no favours because its not imo. FF games were at their peak in this era and this does not compare however it is still a great RPG and well worth playing and better than many modern RPGs I have played. I personally found the later maps a bit tedious to navigate with their constant moving platforms but thats a minor gripe.

I wish they would port this so I can finally play it. Been hearing about it for years

First and foremost, this is one of the best and most intriguing RPGs, I have ever had the pleasure of playing. That being said the game is also quite difficult, but the addition system is simple and surprisingly fun. You can't just tune out and turn auto battle on, you're encouraged to pay attention and time your attacks carefully, which feels rewarding. Also dragoons! I think people try too hard to criticize and compare this game to FF7, which is disappointing considering how vastly different it is. And the music is absolutely God tier! I also subscribed!

My buddy always liked this game. I've always been a final fantasy guy. I watched him play it, but never got into it. Watching your video makes it interesting. I enjoy how you look at the game from a developers view. Cool video

This title has been sitting on my bookshelf for years waiting to be played but the backlog never ends.

What a nice video. Chill, informative, made me want to play this.

Had the old tech demo for LoD, that's what really hooked me into the game. Got it on PS1 when it first came out, and now again after they re-released it on the PSN store. Most played game on my PS4. Shoot the second most played is Okagi, and third is Star Ocean till the end of time. Playstation era Final Fantasy games come dead last on my list. I only played them because my wife wanted me to try them, and I really only like 9, because it FEELS like an old school Final Fantasy game to me.

Maybe it’s just nostalgia but I fucking love this game

One of my favorite PS1 games. I really enjoy the additions in the combat system, the story was cool and the music was really good in this game. A legend of dragoon remaster/remake would be amazing!

This game was so good as a kid I was amazed

one of the best games ever!

Legend of Dragoon was the only rpg I could get into back in the day 🤘🏻 and I loved it.

Before I had all the responsibilities of an adult I used to play through this game every year

I still have my copy of this game one of my all-time favorites I even had the action figures as a kid

From my experience, you love this game with a burning passion or you don’t like it. It has its flaws but for me it’s pure love. Sadly it will never get the polish it really deserves. Fun fact: when I played FF9, I named Garnet Rose from LOD 😀

VOLCANO!!!

i love this game. its very flawed and all over the place at times but it has soul and some kind of magic to it. the soundtrack is gorgeous, the story and lore are interessting and the charakters are likeable. its simple, compared with a final fantasy game at that time, but like i said. it has soul and i love it.

So many good memories playing this game!

If I remember correctly, this game could detect a modchip and it wouldn't boot up. So I never got around to playing it, haha

I love this game. Ive gone through it more times than i can remember. I would love to see a full remake or sequel after all these years. I would be curious to see what they could do with it in todays technology.

It really is a great game of the era. Ironically, it ended up being more “final” than final fantasy

Legend of Dragoon is amazing and one of my top RPGs for the PS1. I think the soundtrack really does a lot for the game.

I loved the game but it had a lot of issues compared to other JRPGs. For example, only boss battles really mattered when it came to getting experience and leveling up. If they ever did remake it, I would hope that they would fix some of those issues while maintaining the charm of game's story and characters.

I absolutely love this game. It's one of my favorites of all time. Of course it has its flaws. Graphics aside, the mechanics were fairly unique for the time, and the transformations were a treat to watch. The lore is very interesting too, as you literally learn about how life on the planet actually came to be. The world felt very well thought-out. The music was good, though it didn't always fit the situation. I was actually okay with the experience yield in this game, as it made the pacing perfectly fine, even for a casual player. Grinding wasn't needed at all, only some moderate skill with additions. Maybe increase gold drops to make getting some of those end game armors easier, yet place the shop for them much further so someone couldn't just grind out the money (I've done this) as soon as they become available and make the game far easier than it already is. This would have been the perfect blueprint for a "Final Fantasy killer." With a bit more polish, this great game could have become truly legendary. Nerf the guard command, change the item limits, tweak the transformations so they can be useful, or maybe even required for some boss fights. For one that likes to grind additions, like me, the Dragoon forms end up becoming obsolete for the most part. Speed the combat up, at least the magic and transformations anyway, and maybe make the additions a bit more complex rather than just two buttons, or have some interact with different enemies in different ways like Squall's limit in FF8 for example. And maybe change the element system a little so the PCs and enemies aren't always weak to their opposing element. Though definitely keep the weakness while the party are in Dragoon form. I just thought it felt a little odd that the party was always weak to certain attacks even though there was no lore based reason for it while in base form. I would also like to see an increase in MP, and find ways to use it while in base form as well. Maybe for some special physical AoE attacks that don't require timing based inputs in exchange for lower damage. Just an idea. And since enemies (namely bosses) like to use combo based attacks as well, give the player an opportunity to counter, similar to how the enemy can interrupt your additions (could use MP for it.) All the ground work is here for a truly legendary game. It's such a shame we never got a sequel that could have built on the solid foundation this game laid.

Love your videos man!

one of the most fun turns rpgs i ever played as well....too bad never got a sequel

I'm about to finish this one for the first time. I owned it but never played it. Didn't grind too much, so i'm finding it kinda hard on the final steps. Still, one of the best games on the PS1.

I would love to see reviews for Mystic Ark and Linda Cube Again since it just got a translation. A couple of the most surreal JRPGs ever made.

My sister named her first daughter Meru after the charcter in this game.

Love this Game. Haven't played it in Forever but I beat 3 or 4 times. The Characters were likeable even if somewhat Cliche, Combat is unique, the Dragoon Transformations are awesome and the music is great.

At the time I actually thinking they were trying to 'imitate' FF, and it wasn't good, but I did not know how things worked and I was just a square fan boy, thinking they could do no wrong and no one other could do great games, very limited mindset. This game is good, and opened my eyes and never judge judge by the Logo

The Legend, The Masterpiece, The Best Game Ever!

Great review as always!

Number 2 on my remake wishlist right behind Parasite Eve. I enjoyed LoD a ton when it launched

"Volcano!"

While I recognized it's flaws even when it came out, I've always loved this game. I felt it had a stronger world/lore than FFVII.

This game needs a remake

When i started this game i hate it... but with time it turned to be one of my favorites.

The game caught me by surprise back when and I consider it to be among the best hands down.

This is the best ps1 jrpg for me, an underrated masterpiece.

The most popular Toys R Us PS1 demo for some reason. JRPGs were that huge in the 90s.

I fucking LOVE this game. first time i played it was on a demo disc. i feel in love instantly

It would be amazing to be able to play it on my iphone

Yes definetly the final fantasy killer deserves a remake, prequel and an anime its lore is amazing proof its the final fantasy killer and for everybody thats looking go sign up for the remake of the global petition for the game

my friend would talk this game up so much and i never played it :(

It's such an underrated classic, Volcano! xD

To me, LoD was a success. But I've now looked at Severed Chains. It is a WIP PC port of Legend of Dragoon. Bringing new content, better graphics, and fresh life to the game.

We need a legend of dragoon remake

I have never played an RPG since that has made me feel as cool as doing Additions in LOD and that makes me sad that no other developer I know of has just stolen the idea.

Rose is the unsung great waifu of the PS1 era. This was just one of those RPG's that got lost in the shuffle in the late PS1 era (similar to Valkyrie Profile and Vagrant Story) It also got middling reviews, which likely didn't help (remember, video reviews of games didn't exist back then! You were reliant on screenshots).

I can't decide if I should play this next or finish some games who I didn't play for some time. But I kinda wanted to play it since the ritual chants we did to summon Ixion in FFXIV, not sleeping for more than 2 days straight isn't very good.

People over focused on the FF killer idea. Its a cool rpg. Very playable, good music. Cool mechanic. Juat dislike the item spells.

Seems amazing. I never picked it up because I thought it was a rip off of Final Fantasy.

To this day, the flashback showing the sacrifice of the first dragoons is the best fmv in the ps1 (along with the chrono cross opening) it wasn't a final fantasy killer but DAMM it's a cult classicfor a reason!

A flawed game, but I adored the world aesthetic back in the day. I still think about some of the backgrounds today.

This was a great game is deserving of a remaster or remake

The Legend of Dragoon is the greatest game ever made! There is only one game I'd ever buy a console to play and that's the one.

There was a boss I couldn't beat and you can't level grind so I never got to finish it. At least that's how I remember it. There was a reason I couldn't progress anyways. I dug what I played tho.

I loved this game

My favorite RPG of all time. Ive beaten it 6 times lol. So good in every aspect. I actually really enjoyed the dragoon magic. Reminded me a lot of Dragon Ball Z.

a hidden gem for sure.