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October 2008
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The editors liked
Stellar presentation
Light and fun story
Tried-and-tested gameplay.
Excellent story and colorful graphics
Simple combat system stays challenging throughout the game.
Captivating
Uniquely presented storyline
Impressive dualscreen presentation
Detailed sprites and 3D environments
Additional chapter and optional content add depth.
Wonderful storyline. The multiple chapters are a great way to introduce characters. Beautiful sprites. Interesting multiplayer aspect. A challenging adventure.
The editors didn't like
Very repetitive
The amount of level grinding may be too much for some.
No use for the DS stylus
Many parts of the game require a LOT of level grinding.
Battles a little too easy at the start
Minimal monster variety early on
Save system can get a tad annoying.
Quick save doesn’t work in dungeons. Dialect text can be distracting. Level grinding is mandatory.
Stellar presentation; light and fun story; tried-and-tested gameplay.
Very repetitive; the amount of level grinding may be too much for some.
Even though Dragon Quest IV has seen several remakes over the years, it still manages to stand the test of time. Combining tried-and-tested gameplay with an endearing and captivating storyline, its become a classic experience. Though we noticed a few ...
Abstract: Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen marks the first time that the popular PlayStation update of the NES original has reached American shores. Its thoroughly engrossing and highly addictive, featuring all of the basic updates that the game saw in i...
Abstract: Remaking videogames is hardly an exact science; if it were, we'd have fewer cynically clueless rehashes and more Bionic Commando: Rearmeds and Metroid: Zero Missions. A great remake requires a developer who understands both the good and bad aspects of ...
Excellent story and colourful graphics, simple combat system stays challenging throughout the game
No use for the DS stylus, many parts of the game require a LOT of level grinding
An admirable remake on Nintendo’s handheld, Dragon Quest IV proves once again that solid gameplay and a good story beat flashy gimmicks hands down. ...
Abstract: While the game is compatible with the iPad, the graphics may not be too pleasing on the bigger screen. Therefore, I found myself playing Dragon Quest IV on my iPhone and enjoying the 3D backgrounds with 2D characters and objects. For those who have not...
Abstract: Telling a single story from multiple perspectives is hardly an original narrative device. Books have been doing it for years, while the fact that it has become something of a trend in Hollywood in recent years shouldnt disguise the fact that film-make...
An admirable remake on Nintendos handheld, Dragon Quest IV proves once again that solid gameplay and a good story beats flashy gimmicks hands down. McKinley Noble ...
