Theatrhythm Final Fantasy
SCORE: 82
One of the signature marks of a Final
Fantasy video game is the wonderful music. Theatrhythm Final Fantasy is
a game that makes perfect sense. It is a music game based on the
mainstream Final Fantasy titles. Theatrhythm Final Fantasy goes from
Final Fantasy all the way to Final Fantasy XIII. Each of these games
contains videos of the game. Theses are shown in one of the levels.
We start out in each Final Fantasy game at the intro (DMS). We can
collect Rhythmia while some words scale. We do this by tapping the
bottom screen when the musical note in a bubble reaches the giant
crystal. Then we will go into one of three levels - Battle Music Stage
(BMS), Field Music Stage (FMS), and Event Music Stage (EMS). We end a
game with the Ending Themes Demo Music Stage (DMS).
Each of the stages plays differently, but generally contain the same
concepts. We tap when the circles are in the same space as our playing
circle. We swipe different directions depending upon arrows. We hold
down on the screen when the on screen lines call for it. The better we
do, the higher we score. Theatrhythm Final Fantasy grades players
similar to Guitar Hero video games.
The 3D effects in Theatrhythm Final Fantasy are spectacular. I am amazed
at how many different effects Square Enix was able to put into this
Nintendo 3DS title. I love how the words scroll around on the intro and
ending Demo Music Stage levels. Video effects from the various Final
Fantasy games also look really good. Please pay attention to the
descriptors since some of the games in Theatrhythm Final Fantasy
received 'T' for Teen ratings.
The biggest problem with the videos in Theatrhythm Final Fantasy is they
are distracting. The same goes for the BMS levels. I wanted to see what
was going on, but doing so messed me up. A few mess ups and there is a
lower rating. Make too many mistakes in Theatrhythm Final Fantasy and it
can be game over.
The Chaos Shrine for the most advanced players. They can be extremely
difficult. There are ways to make it easier though. A balanced party is
one of them. We have four characters in Theatrhythm Final Fantasy, and
they level up via experience. This is the role playing element in
Theatrhythm Final Fantasy. The higher their level the better they
perform.
I am one of those reviewers that hates giving out a perfect one hundred
in any area. Theatrhythm Final Fantasy contains so much unlockable
content that I had to give it a perfect one hundred. The more I played,
the more I unlocked. I could do this a variety of ways. Each Final
Fantasy game can be played a variety of ways. Theatrhythm Final Fantasy
is worth the price of admission.
Theatrhythm Final Fantasy includes a multi-player mode, Streetpass, tons
of character cards, movies, music, and more. One of the interesting
things about Theatrhythm Final Fantasy is players can download
additional songs. I am sure there will be a small fee that applies. But
it is nice to see additional content coming to a Nintendo 3DS title.
There are a few issues families need to be aware of. There is a fair
amount of dialogue in Theatrhythm Final Fantasy about different gods.
There is violence, blood, some language issues, and enticement to lust.
I recommend Theatrhythm Final Fantasy to the older members of the
family. Not only because of the descriptors but also due to the
addiction factor. Theatrhythm Final Fantasy can get in your head and not
let go. Just another level to unlock something new. I know I can do
better if I try again. Hours can drain away while playing Theatrhythm
Final Fantasy.
I appreciate that Square Enix published Theatrhythm Final Fantasy. This
is an interesting direction for the company to pay homage to their past
games. I would love to see Dragon Quest receive the same treatment in a
future release. It was a real pleasure for me to play and review
Theatrhythm Final Fantasy on the Nintendo 3DS.
- Paul
Graphics: 77%
Sound: 82%
Replay/Extras: 100%
Gameplay: 80%
Family Friendly Factor: 70%
System: Nintendo 3DS
Publisher: Square Enix
Rating: ‘E10+’ - Everyone 10+
{Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood, Mild Language, Suggestive Themes, Use of
Tobacco}
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