EarthBound

The year is 199X. You are a boy named Ness in Onett, Eagleland. During your sleep a meteorite hits the earth and (with your mom's permission) you go investigate. After you investigate and return home you are awakened later by Pokey, your neighbor, knocking at the door. He wants to your help to go find his brother Picky, who is sleeping by the meteorite. When you rescue Picky, an insect named Buzz Buzz from 10 years in the future appears out of the meteorite. He says in his time the Earth is in danger. Giygas, the universal cosmic destroyer is the cause of this. It is destined that three boys and a girl destroy him. When you bring Pokey and Picky home the dad punishes them and the mom kills Buzz Buzz thinking he's a dung beetle. Buzz Buzz gives you the Sound Stone before he dies so you can get the "Your Sanctuary" locations. You must find the three friends and visit Twoson, Threed, Fourside, Summers, Winters, and more.

Characters:

+ Excellent plot. Great graphics and music. Battle sequence backgrounds look cool. There are many funny parts in the game. A players' guide is included with the game. Many great PSI spells. Mr. Saturn!
- You need to build up extra strength at the beginning. In battle it's hard to predict who's going to fight in what order. Limited inventory. Places like the Lost Underworld can be slow. Withdrawing/depositing money through ATM can be annoying.


CategoryPoints (1-5)
Graphics4.0
Sound & Music4.25
Play Control3.75
Challenge4.0
Theme & Fun4.5
Replay Value4.0

What do I say? If you can appreciate a non-fantasy based RPG, then buy it! Otherwise, rent it first.

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