<p><img src="http://www.destructoid.com/elephant//ul/user/1/15398-54872-ChronoTriggerjpg-550x.jpg" border="0" /> <br />[Writer note:] Just to let you know, this article uses information from the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrono_trigger" target="_blank">Chrono Trigger</a> Wikipedia page. This is only for things I cannot remember off the top of my head, such as names or times, things of that nature. </p><p><i>Chrono Trigger</i>. It's a game many of us have probably played and enjoyed over the many years since it's initial release. Many gamers have wonderful memories of this game, and with good reason. The game is a beautiful work of art that also stands as one of the defining RPGs of the 16-bit era, one that had a major influence on the RPG genre moving forward in many different ways. The game is highly accessible, as leveling up and experience grinding are not necessary to complete the game. Many gamers count this as one of their favorite games of all time, if not their favorite overall. </p><p>Sit back and enjoy the ride as we reminisce about this classic RPG from SquareSoft. </p>
<p><img src="http://www.destructoid.com/elephant//ul/user/1/15398-54872-ChronoTriggerjpg-550x.jpg" border="0" /> <br />[Writer note:] Just to let you know, this article uses information from the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrono_trigger" target="_blank">Chrono Trigger</a> Wikipedia page. This is only for things I cannot remember off the top of my head, such as names or times, things of that nature. </p><p><i>Chrono Trigger</i>. It's a game many of us have probably played and enjoyed over the many years since it's initial release. Many gamers have wonderful memories of this game, and with good reason. The game is a beautiful work of art that also stands as one of the defining RPGs of the 16-bit era, one that had a major influence on the RPG genre moving forward in many different ways. The game is highly accessible, as leveling up and experience grinding are not necessary to complete the game. Many gamers count this as one of their favorite games of all time, if not their favorite overall. </p><p>Sit back and enjoy the ride as we reminisce about this classic RPG from SquareSoft. </p>
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Damnit my game queue always just seems to get longer and longer.
Nice article on a topic that I'm sure is close to many of our hearts :P
As for coming to the Wii, I doubt it. More likely the DS if anything, though I could see Sony paying for this one on the PSP. It did sell like 2 and a half million units over there on SNES. Who knows where it will end up, if anywhere at all.
I wish I had more to add. This post made me smile. It really is such a well done game. How many games have as many endings as CT?
Still not 14 though, is it now?
Game.
EVAR.
Sadly none of those titles hit UK release and I had to play through a Japanese import of Chrono Cross. I have an American copy just no console to play it on :/ stupid region coding.
I got all endings in the month or so after the PS1 version came out, some of are epic, some are hilariously funny (and Crono talks in one!)
@Naia and Kobe
Star Ocean 2 had a gazillion endings!(well, over 80)
I <3 my SNES cart of Chrono Trigger moar then anything. It is my most prized possession.
Also, Magus for Smash Bros.
Also, yes, the UK misses out on a lot of great RPGs. At least you get Final Fantasy nowadays. Better than nothing certainly.
shops while your in prison he'll return the favor throughout the game.
*Spoilers*
And can you name one other game were your main character dies and you actually have the option to go back in time and save him?
*End Spoilers*
With out a doubt one of the greatest RPGs of all time
Its true, u.k/eu gamers used to get screwed by Sqaure over their games and the greatest crime is Sqaure never bringing Chrono Trigger to us, even when the second chance on PS1 arose (thanks to my chipped PS1). I pray that when they are done flogging FF games, that they get Chrono Trigger onto PSP and DS, and show gamers how good they really used to be at rpgs.
If Square don't do more with Chrono Trigger it will be another great shame. I really wonder if Square listen to us sometimes.
Chrono Trigger is also a game with great replay value we never see anymore. If Fallout has as many endings as Chrono Trigger, I'll definitely buy it.
One last point, the great tech battle system in Chrono Trigger trumps any of Square's recent or latest efforts, for fun and ease of use (Rogue Galaxy has a similar system I know). I just wish they build on it more.
But, like I mentioned: Final Fantasy IV comes with it, all for 15 bucks. It's still a phenomonal deal, as is Final Fantasy Anthology, which includes FF 5 and 6 plus a music CD for like 20 bucks brand new on Amazon. Both pretty sweet deals, as is Chrono Cross and FF9. They're all like 15 to 20 bucks.
I hate to say i never finished it, I got side tracked on the cave of trials (To get into it you pretty much need to go back to the start of the game right before entering door to the last boss fight) I played for months there (got to lvl 160-ish) and then the disc stopped working =(.
Anyway, from what I've read, the endings go from something like seeing 2 characters as a couple or talking, to having some characters do something meaningful they've been talking about during the whole game (I know, too vague, but didn't want to give any spoilers). Anyway, it's still pretty cool, I can't wait to play the remake on the PSP.
Amazing write-up, man! I really enjoyed it, and you hit everything on the head!
...except one thing. Magus is from 12000 B.C. (Though, he's introduced and spends most of his time in 600 A.D., so I'll cut you some slack.) ::grins::
**Spoiler**
Janus was ripped through time due to Lavos/The Mammoth Machine and sent to 600 A.D. where his magical powers allowed him to become the Demon King of the Mystics.
...but I'm just picky because he's my favorite character. xD
**End Spoiler**
Also, in going back to the old Trigger vs. Cross game debate: I have a friend who brought a girl home from the bar at 3:00 AM and then faked "not feeling good" in order to not sleep with her and just cuddle. After she passed out he proceeded to play a backup copy (complete with quadruple switch trick) of Chrono Cross for 5 hours. He then woke her up while getting back to bed only to finish what he had started the night before.
I don't know how many games I'd do that for...
Kobewan:
"The biggest difference here is in the use of Techs, which deplete the character's MP. A tech can be used in a variety of different ways and can be combined with other character techs for a much more powerful effect. One example of this is Fire Whirl, a combination of Crono's Cyclone tech and Lucca's Flame Toss."
Wikipedia:
"A unique feature of Chrono Trigger's Tech system is that numerous cooperative techniques may be used. Each character receives eight personal Techs which can be used in conjunction with others' to create Double and Triple Techs for greater effect. For instance, Crono's sword-spinning Cyclone Tech can be combined with Lucca's Flame Toss to create Fire Whirl"
It's not the only similarity I noticed, either. And it's not the first time I've noticed Wiki-rewording from Kobewan.
Chrono Tigger Wiki
For instance in this post Kobewan gives us a breakdown of the characters and the time periods from which they came:
Speaking of characters, Chrono Trigger features a delightful cast of seven playable adventurers and each one of them utilizes different weapons and abilities. Besides Crono, Lucca, and Marle, (the three main characters), each one is from a different time period. Magus and Frog both hail from 600 A.D., where they were sworn enemies on opposite sides of a war. Meanwhile, Robo is a robot from 2300 A.D., dormant due to the attack of Lavos but repaired by Lucca. And then there's Ayla, a cave-woman from 65,000,000 B.C., when Dinosaurs and the like roamed the earth. Robo's introduction is particularly memorable as the world has already been destroyed by Lavos when you meet him and the remaining survivors are forced into either giant domes or out in the wild, living in constant fear that death is right around the corner, be it disease, lack of food, or even Lavos all over again. These scenes show human nature at it's core and it's what you might expect. Very powerful stuff indeed."
If we go to the Wiki article on Chrono Trigger we're not only given the same information, but additional information as well:
"Chrono Trigger's seven playable characters come from several different eras throughout the game world's history. The game begins in 1000 A.D. with Crono, Marle and Lucca. Crono is a silent protagonist, and characterized as a brave, fearless young man who is skilled in the use of the katana, while Marle is actually Princess Nadia of the Guardia kingdom, an active, spirited tomboy often at odds with her father, the king. Lucca is a mechanical genius and — more comfortable around machinery than people — has few friends other than Crono. She has a passionate interest in science, fueled by an accident that claimed her mother's legs several years earlier, and her home is now filled with laboratory equipment and machinery. From 2300 A.D., Robo is a robot with a bright and curious personality created to assist humans. A worldwide disaster in 1999 A.D. had rendered him dormant, but after he is found and repaired by Lucca, he joins the group out of gratitude.[9]
At the other end of the timeline is Ayla, a prehistoric woman living in 65,000,000 B.C. Characterized as fierce, confident and unmatched in strength, Ayla is the chief of Ioka Village and has been leading her people in a war against the Reptites, evolved humanoid dinosaurs seeking dominance over the world. The last two characters to join the group come from 600 A.D. — Frog and the optional character Magus, though the latter was born in the 12000 B.C. era. Frog is a former squire originally named "Glenn"; his body was changed into that of an anthropomorphic frog by Magus. After Magus slew his friend, Cyrus, and transformed him into a frog, Frog dedicated his life to protecting the queen of Guardia and avenging Cyrus by killing Magus. Blaming himself for failing his friend, Frog is depicted as chivalrous but mired in regret over the past. Magus is a powerful sorcerer and the leader of the Mystics, a race of demons and intelligent animals who war with humanity in this time period. Magus was originally called "Janus", and was the prince of the Zeal kingdom in 12000 B.C. However, the extraterrestrial entity known as "Lavos" destroyed his kingdom and sent him to the era of 600 A.D. when he was still a child. Desiring vengeance against Lavos, and concerned over the unknown fate of his sister, Schala, he is portrayed as cynical and brooding.[9]"
It reminds me of when I would do reports back in middle school. I'd locate the encyclopedia entry on a subject, remove some lines, switch some lines around, and deliver it as my on comprehensive essay on a subject. If this were just a commentary on Chrono Trigger I'd not have a problem with it, however these "Trip Down Memory Lane" articles all seem to be "A Trip Through Wiki's Article".
I, along with a lot of other DToiders, not only find your wiki-rewording to be lazy and dishonest, but also find it to be a slap in the face to all of the other DToiders who take the time to write creative, interesting and funny blogs.
When I look back at all of the CBlogs featured on the front page this past week, I saw a lot of great creative writing. But when I look at yours, whether they are on the front page or now, I see other peoples ideas rephrased and passed off as your own.
Fucking disheartening, man.
I know my shit man, I'm not trying to fucking lie or steal. It's only the internet, why bother with stealing it?