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Recommended
0.0 hrs last two weeks / 11.0 hrs on record (5.1 hrs at review time)
Posted: Aug 17, 2016 @ 4:29pm

This is a full version of Ys I & II as it was released on early machines, with a visual and audible modernisation "glaze", both which can be reverted to the original format if you so wish.

This game chronicles the beginnings of Adol, a recurring protagonist of the Ys series that starts 700 years after Ys Origin. Most of the two games surround one of the main 'evils' encountered, which manifest in two forms -- one at the end of each game.

Combat in Ys I & II is awkward at the beginning, as it involves Adol bumping into enemies to attack them. To prevent return damage, he has to bump off-center or at the side. This eliminates the need of button-mashing and simplifies grinding -- even more so in Ys II. The audio is perfect for the two games.

Overall, what you are getting is the original experience, not some rework treatment like Ys: Oath in Felghana -- but these two games stand alone for its simplicity and engaging storyline.
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