Is it just me or is Rolf to damn skinny and wimpy looking? Man they really screwed up with the original creators and visual message of the characters.
@iraqijournalist Yeah I do agree with Rolf, I did like Nei's redesign except for her ears really but the ribbon is a nice added touch. The Weapon Store Girl lost her "hard edge" though.
I agree. I prefer the original music too. Maybe I'm just old school but to me nothing compares to the old RPG's of my era. Graphics are not the end-all be-all of a game. They make games more visually appealing nowadays but IMO they aren't as fun or creative as they once were. I would like to play these games, but there's no doubt in my mind that they wouldn't stack up to the originals.
I would rate the series in this order from best to worst: 4, 2, 1, 3. Still I didn't think 3 was nearly as bad as everybody says. In fact I liked it. It's just that the other 3 are better.
I agree though 3 had its problems, it was still a good game. I'm always torn between 1 and 2 being my favourite. While 2 had the massive storyline and incredible journey, 1 had Alisa, the 3D dungeons and the ability to walk on Palma. Either way I love all of the original Phantasy Star series.
i think i'd rate them 2,4,1,3. IV looks better, but the journey was more fun with 2, barely. i liked 3 a lot, but they got lazy with it. i played it quite a lot, though.
i totally agree with all of you! and why hasnt sega came out with a anime series based on phantasy star 2? i thought psu suckedat first,but when i played online it was awesome!gaurdian heroes 1 is also a great sega rpg.
The remake series needs a USA release. I just finished the original Phantasy Star II in the Sega Genesis Collection!! (Im playing Phantasy Star III, and it bores me quick)
Sega needs to fully remake PSII or PSIV for PS3 or come out with PSV - and offline!!
PSII is still probably my favorite game of all time as it was the first RPG I beat, I played the first on Master system but couldn't figure out how to get past a certain part.
I too would love this game to be brought in Europe or at least in english.
And I too am concerned about the look of the chars. shir, Kain and most of all Nei really got lowered by that new design (Rolf too). The only one who became quite descent now is Hugh but he was ugly back then.
Well, I sure understand the old design wasn't really good but it had a little something agressive or at least felin and energic. Now I might say her doll-like laces don't suit her since it make her more like a gothic lolita or a fragile school cosplaying girl of kamakura or stuff.
Well, then again I can't be objective, nobody can when it's about fashion and maybe mor people think you're right. ;)
My opinion? Let Backbone Entertainment take the reins and port Generation 1 and 2 to Xbox Live Arcade or perhaps even Playstation 3's download service. At this point this seems the only hope we have right now of any sort of a domestic release for these two titles.
SCEA refused to allow Sega to release these titles unless they were altogether in a $20 compilation. A Phantasy Star IV remake was planned but is on indefinite hold following the breakoff of Sega's deal with 3D AGES. They were going to skip III. Without the IV remake the localized compilation has been put on hold as well.
Sega's so effin stupid. This game has been out for awhile, and I would have rather loved to play this, than that disappointment known as Phantasy Star Universe. Why hasn't this, or the first remake been brought out here yet? And when are they remaking PSIII (which seriously needs a makeover), or the UBER awesome, PSIV?
To anyone who would like to know, I imported this last year and it certainly is a challenge! Monsters are now a lot more tougher and can kill ya pretty quick. I was happy with the remake overall :)
The greatest RPG of all time. This is the reason to keep the PS2. Don't get me wrong FFantasy is good, but Phantasy Star II is the foundation for every other RPG.
OMG the music reminds me of my first Sega Genensis PS2 i loved that game it took me about 7 years to beat the game cause i did nto play every day LMAO
yes... now i am so into MMORPG the real stuff LMAO!!! Final Fantasy 11 Online baby!!!! my account is worth $3,500 US dollars if i sell it with all armors and game money.
This is one of the best looking Sega Ages remakes. I don't really agree with how the characters were redesigned but still it looks a lot better than the rest of the Ages stuff.
Yeah... supposedly it was planned to be released as a trilogy here like you said. I don't like how the weapon's shop lady looks... she lost her "attitude" - grungy big-hair appearance, lol.
I loved that game. ,y favorites were by far III, and IV. Hee hee hee and my favorite characters have not changed since I was little. Yeah I would never have known about that great game series if it weren't for my bro.
Lol this had to come out right after I beat the original genesis version hahahaha oh well....the original looked better
kurojin97 2 weeks ago
Is it just me or is Rolf to damn skinny and wimpy looking? Man they really screwed up with the original creators and visual message of the characters.
iraqijournalist 3 years ago 3
@iraqijournalist Yeah I do agree with Rolf, I did like Nei's redesign except for her ears really but the ribbon is a nice added touch. The Weapon Store Girl lost her "hard edge" though.
Truten27 1 year ago
Cmon, bring this remake to the states!
BlueKewne 3 years ago
the nei from the original looks hot ;D
benjamillion 3 years ago
I wish we'd seen this Stateside.
shatteredrift 4 years ago
This looks amazing! Trying to track one of these down. Check out the Wii Virtual Console this week if you like retro!
CowlauncherX 4 years ago
I'm old school. I prefer to play them on the Genesis.
YieArKungFu 4 years ago
or emulate it.
BlueKewne 3 years ago
Hey everyone, if you would like to see this released, google "Phantasy Star Collection Petition" and sign up!!!
JoshLucas5 4 years ago
i prefer it retro
CFORCHIMP 4 years ago
I agree. I prefer the original music too. Maybe I'm just old school but to me nothing compares to the old RPG's of my era. Graphics are not the end-all be-all of a game. They make games more visually appealing nowadays but IMO they aren't as fun or creative as they once were. I would like to play these games, but there's no doubt in my mind that they wouldn't stack up to the originals.
YieArKungFu 4 years ago
PS2 and PS4 were the best. PS3 deviated from the original roots.
JoshLucas5 4 years ago
I would rate the series in this order from best to worst: 4, 2, 1, 3. Still I didn't think 3 was nearly as bad as everybody says. In fact I liked it. It's just that the other 3 are better.
YieArKungFu 4 years ago
I agree though 3 had its problems, it was still a good game. I'm always torn between 1 and 2 being my favourite. While 2 had the massive storyline and incredible journey, 1 had Alisa, the 3D dungeons and the ability to walk on Palma. Either way I love all of the original Phantasy Star series.
Truten27 3 years ago
WTH about End of the Millenium v4? Man! you totally couldn't like P.Star3 it sucked.
Rusty3659 2 years ago
i totally agree w/you. loved #4 & 2. never played #1. #3 was piss poor storyline.
Rusty3659 2 years ago
i think i'd rate them 2,4,1,3. IV looks better, but the journey was more fun with 2, barely. i liked 3 a lot, but they got lazy with it. i played it quite a lot, though.
Manipura212 3 years ago
sweeeeeet!
921144666 4 years ago
I like 3 and 4.
ryu855 4 years ago
i want the metal version of all phantasy star 2 songs D:
killbad999 4 years ago
Sega needs to release more of the Sega Ages line outside Japan, especially this game.
Stonethrower7 4 years ago
i totally agree with all of you! and why hasnt sega came out with a anime series based on phantasy star 2? i thought psu suckedat first,but when i played online it was awesome!gaurdian heroes 1 is also a great sega rpg.
guybeleeve 4 years ago
The remake series needs a USA release. I just finished the original Phantasy Star II in the Sega Genesis Collection!! (Im playing Phantasy Star III, and it bores me quick)
ChikikyoKONAMI 4 years ago
yeah personally i think you should skip psIII and play psIV
KungFuCarrot 4 years ago
Why can't this come in English???
Sega needs to fully remake PSII or PSIV for PS3 or come out with PSV - and offline!!
PSII is still probably my favorite game of all time as it was the first RPG I beat, I played the first on Master system but couldn't figure out how to get past a certain part.
negreenfield 4 years ago 2
Man, this brings back memories. I stood breathless as the original ending to Phantasy Star II blew my mind
wizard924 4 years ago
THEY SHOULD MAKE THIS GAME INTO A ANIME now that would be cool
netman446 4 years ago
I preferred her old design. She looked innocent and sad, but at the same time feline and tribal.
CinnabonChan 4 years ago
I would love to play this game :( I just love PS soo much omg! PS4 is my fav by far. Does anyone know if a remake of PS4 will come out?!?!?!
crackwhore2007 4 years ago
jmintero, you and i have the same thing in common, first rpg to beat. and yes I most own this. I love the revamped art work.
Alysinwowland 4 years ago
Phantasy Star 2 was the first RPG I ever played, and beat.. I must have this, even if it's entirely in Japanese XD
Jmintero 4 years ago
looks awesome!!
mjurney 4 years ago
Does anyone know where i can download PS generation 2 music?
KaesoTheKiller 4 years ago
Come on and translate it into English! We're dying over here!
fenixwylde 4 years ago
Funny how the old Genesis music is better than what you hear here.
illDiology 4 years ago
The genesis version of the song played in the video was better but my personel favorite, Advanced, sounds a lot better in generation.
KaesoTheKiller 4 years ago
I too would love this game to be brought in Europe or at least in english.
And I too am concerned about the look of the chars. shir, Kain and most of all Nei really got lowered by that new design (Rolf too). The only one who became quite descent now is Hugh but he was ugly back then.
edlessseven 5 years ago
I thought Nei's design was a big improvement, because it stuck close to the original but made here more modern.
Truten27 5 years ago
Well, I sure understand the old design wasn't really good but it had a little something agressive or at least felin and energic. Now I might say her doll-like laces don't suit her since it make her more like a gothic lolita or a fragile school cosplaying girl of kamakura or stuff.
Well, then again I can't be objective, nobody can when it's about fashion and maybe mor people think you're right. ;)
edlessseven 5 years ago
My opinion? Let Backbone Entertainment take the reins and port Generation 1 and 2 to Xbox Live Arcade or perhaps even Playstation 3's download service. At this point this seems the only hope we have right now of any sort of a domestic release for these two titles.
AngelusInsomnus 5 years ago
SCEA refused to allow Sega to release these titles unless they were altogether in a $20 compilation. A Phantasy Star IV remake was planned but is on indefinite hold following the breakoff of Sega's deal with 3D AGES. They were going to skip III. Without the IV remake the localized compilation has been put on hold as well.
AngelusInsomnus 5 years ago
I'd like to of seen this released PAL wise. Looks great though i personally like the MD character art more.
azurekenshin 5 years ago
Sega's so effin stupid. This game has been out for awhile, and I would have rather loved to play this, than that disappointment known as Phantasy Star Universe. Why hasn't this, or the first remake been brought out here yet? And when are they remaking PSIII (which seriously needs a makeover), or the UBER awesome, PSIV?
HYBRIDARTS 5 years ago
i got this game its fucking bad ass !! a true remake of the all time classic
nickloc 5 years ago
yeah I wish the brought that here. They need a ps3 remake too, lol they need to finally fix the battle system.
Ultrasonic240sx 5 years ago
To anyone who would like to know, I imported this last year and it certainly is a challenge! Monsters are now a lot more tougher and can kill ya pretty quick. I was happy with the remake overall :)
Truten27 5 years ago
If i dont speak or read japanese , would i be able to play through this game?
thanks
newtype11 5 years ago
Oh my god... this is so awesome... it made me cry. Why can't I have this in English!?
josko50 5 years ago
The greatest RPG of all time. This is the reason to keep the PS2. Don't get me wrong FFantasy is good, but Phantasy Star II is the foundation for every other RPG.
tubefan1234 5 years ago
Thanks for posting Truten27.
There's definately something about Phantasy StarII's music that touches a lot of people. I hope the new gen. players can appreciate it as much.
buownuer 5 years ago
I remember when it came out and i was playing it like obsessed.. :-)
dartgummo 5 years ago
OMG the music reminds me of my first Sega Genensis PS2 i loved that game it took me about 7 years to beat the game cause i did nto play every day LMAO
OpenSourceLinux 5 years ago
Wow, me too bro, was my favorite RP game of the early 90s, also took me years to beat
Ianflux21 5 years ago
yes... now i am so into MMORPG the real stuff LMAO!!! Final Fantasy 11 Online baby!!!! my account is worth $3,500 US dollars if i sell it with all armors and game money.
OpenSourceLinux 5 years ago
This is one of the best looking Sega Ages remakes. I don't really agree with how the characters were redesigned but still it looks a lot better than the rest of the Ages stuff.
Dani128 5 years ago
Final Fantasy XI sucks ass...I'm a Final Fantasy fan myself but no way FFXI is something that I would buy. Final Fantasy XII and XIII all the way!
KyKiske2007 5 years ago
Yeah... supposedly it was planned to be released as a trilogy here like you said. I don't like how the weapon's shop lady looks... she lost her "attitude" - grungy big-hair appearance, lol.
NeiLast 5 years ago
I assume that they might be translated when PSIV is remade and will be released as a Trilogy as that what was Sega originally planned for the games.
Truten27 5 years ago
I wish that along with the PS1 remake were included in the Sega Classics Collection. Damn you Sega for screwing the North Americans.
Nintega 5 years ago
I loved that game. ,y favorites were by far III, and IV. Hee hee hee and my favorite characters have not changed since I was little. Yeah I would never have known about that great game series if it weren't for my bro.
Nice posting.
RatHacker 5 years ago
I really, really, really want to import this, and whenever they get to the IV remake. ;_; I might as well get I too. AGHdsgfh *mods Ps2*
Michimoni 5 years ago
I haven't seen this video before, it was very cool. The remakes are in very high quality, so imagine PS4! It will be awesome... =)
yuri2004x 5 years ago