So as we're all now aware, I have difficulty enjoying turn-based RPGs because the incessant menu navigation doesn't appeal to me. smithicide;
however even i am willing to admit that i've never really given myself a chance to become accustomed to any turn-based rpgs -- in the past i've quickly become bored of navigating menus and eventually i'd simply stop trying to enjoy the game, probably prematurely in most cases (paper mario/super mario rpg/pokemon/final fantasy myface;)
So in order to at least attempt to remedy this, I figured I should play some of this genre's better games.
So, what should I start with?
i suppose it'd be best to go with a final fantasy or mario title but i'm open to any suggestions really hocuspocus;
PAPER FUCKING MARIO
GO PLAY IT
RIGHT FUCKING NOW
paper mario probably is the best to start with.
agreed, paper mario. it's a great entry-level rpg that manages to actually be really fucking good despite being so simplified
after that, i guess i could suggest either ffvi or ffvii to start with for that series...or maybe a tales game since they're action rpgs with little menu navigation (if any) during battles (unless you're dying and need to use an item or need to switch your moves or tactics or run away from battle)
the original right befuddlement
yay i get to increase my n64 collection :3
Quote from: Tectrika on August 18, 2011, 08:57:04 PM
the original right befuddlement
yay i get to increase my n64 collection :3
yes the original, although ttyd can be played without playing the original since it's not the most direct sequel ever, and it's almost just as great
but you should probs play the original first anyway
also i added more to my post
PAPER MARIO
THEN FINAL FANTASY VI
pokemon
Quote from: Suigintou on August 18, 2011, 08:55:03 PM
or maybe a tales game since they're action rpgs with little menu navigation (if any) during battles (unless you're dying and need to use an item or need to switch your moves or tactics or run away from battle)
i have far less trouble with action rpgs because they don't rely on menus, i played through tos goodjob;
what i'm trying to overcome is my aversion to
menu navigation :'(
Any of the dragon quest on DS. I loved V, and have heard great things about the others
Quote from: Tectrika on August 18, 2011, 10:16:35 PM
i have far less trouble with action rpgs because they don't rely on menus, i played through tos goodjob;
oh okay cool, how'd you like it?
Quote from: Darth Wawi on August 18, 2011, 10:06:55 PM
pokemon
^^^
Or Golden Sun which is the only FFesque game I've enjoyed
[spoiler]or earthbound[/spoiler]
if you play pokemon play a game in gens 1 or 2
Quote from: MF Doom on August 18, 2011, 10:20:12 PM
Any of the dragon quest on DS. I loved V, and have heard great things about the others
i don't know, i don't think grind-heavy games are a good first suggestion
Quote from: Snowy Deluxe on August 19, 2011, 11:35:19 AM
He should start on gen 2 because it has both regions. giggle;
I'd say gen 2 is great for fixing the broken type system and splitting the Special stat while at the same time keeping the battle system simple despite future games complicating it further.
But its implementation of Kanto is horrible and makes the region a boring place 5thgrade;
what about something like chrono trigger goodjob;
Quote from: Tectrika on August 20, 2011, 09:26:29 AM
what about something like chrono trigger goodjob;
yeah it's probably one of the best jrpgs ever
i guess you could play it
it's just that...2hard4me...or i'm just unwilling to do side missions/grind........whatever.......
Quote from: Tectrika on August 20, 2011, 09:26:29 AM
what about something like chrono trigger goodjob;
sure, go for it. one of the best snes jrpgs, easily. though i think ffvi and earthbound are considerably better than it.
play star ocean 2!!!!!80 endings !!!!
Super Mario RPG obviously.
Quote from: Geno on August 21, 2011, 06:22:53 PM
Super Mario RPG obviously.
paper mario is betterrrr
star ocean 3!!!!!!!!! 160 endings!!!!!!!!!!
(http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii41/finalstar2007/tales-of-graces-1.jpg)
suikoden!!! 909820349808 characters!!!
Quote from: silvertone on August 21, 2011, 06:30:47 PM
(http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii41/finalstar2007/tales-of-graces-1.jpg)
okay i lol'd
Quote from: silvertone on August 21, 2011, 06:17:21 PM
play star ocean 2!!!!!80 endings !!!!
not turn-based scarecrowdood;
Quote from: Suigintou on August 21, 2011, 06:31:01 PM
suikoden!!! 909820349808 characters!!!
Is that game good? I was thinking about buying it but didn't want to spend 30 dollars
Quote from: silvertone on August 21, 2011, 06:36:18 PM
Is that game good? I was thinking about buying it but didn't want to spend 30 dollars
i managed to get it for free from a friend's PSN
it's pretty good from the small amount i've played. i need to play it more to have a more informed opinion though.