Summary
- Release Year: 1989
- Genres: Adventure, Platform, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: Family Computer, MSX2, PC-8800 Series, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable, Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, Super Famicom, Super Nintendo Entertainment System
- Developers: Nihon Falcom
- Publishers: Tonkin House, Victor Musical Industries
Ys III: Wanderers from Ys (1989)
Ys III: Wanderers from Ys is a side-scrolling action RPG developed and published by Nihon Falcom for the NEC PC-8801 in 1989. It is the third installment in the Ys series, and the first to be released on a home computer. The game was later ported to the MSX2, Sharp X68000, and Windows platforms.
Ys III: Wanderers from Ys tells the story of Adol Christin, a young adventurer who travels to the cursed land of Ys to investigate strange disturbances. Adol is joined by his friend, Dogi, who is searching for his missing sister. Along the way, Adol and Dogi encounter a cast of colorful characters, including the enigmatic Feena, the wise old sage Geis, and the powerful demon Galbalan.
Ys III: Wanderers from Ys introduces a number of new features to the series, including a side-scrolling perspective, a more action-oriented combat system, and the ability to use magical rings to power up Adol’s abilities. The game also features a large and detailed world to explore, with multiple towns, dungeons, and bosses to conquer.
Gameplay
Ys III: Wanderers from Ys is a side-scrolling action RPG. The player controls Adol Christin, who can walk, jump, and attack enemies with his sword. Adol can also use magical rings to power up his abilities, such as healing himself or shielding himself from damage.
The game’s combat system is more action-oriented than in previous Ys games. Adol can now control his sword in a variety of directions, and he can also use a variety of different attacks, such as a basic slash, a charged attack, and a jumping attack.
Ys III: Wanderers from Ys also features a number of puzzles to solve. These puzzles are typically used to open doors, activate switches, or progress the story.
Setting
Ys III: Wanderers from Ys takes place in the cursed land of Ys. Ys is a once-prosperous kingdom that was destroyed by a demon invasion centuries ago. The land is now ruled by the evil demon Galbalan, who has cursed the people of Ys with a terrible plague.
Adol and Dogi travel to Ys to investigate the strange disturbances that have been happening there. They soon learn that Galbalan is planning to use the plague to destroy the world. Adol and Dogi must team up with the people of Ys to defeat Galbalan and save the world.
Characters
- Adol Christin: The protagonist of the game. Adol is a young adventurer who travels to Ys to investigate strange disturbances. He is a skilled swordsman and a powerful magician.
- Dogi: Adol’s friend. Dogi is a skilled archer and a loyal companion. He is searching for his missing sister, who was kidnapped by Galbalan’s forces.
- Feena: A mysterious woman who Adol meets in Ys. Feena is a powerful magician and a descendant of the ancient Ys royal family. She joins Adol and Dogi on their quest to defeat Galbalan.
- Geis: A wise old sage who lives in Ys. Geis knows a great deal about the history of Ys and the curse that has befallen it. He provides Adol and Dogi with valuable advice and assistance.
- Galbalan: The evil demon who rules Ys. Galbalan is a powerful sorcerer and a skilled swordsman. He is planning to use the plague to destroy the world.
Legacy
Ys III: Wanderers from Ys is a classic JRPG that helped to define the genre. The game’s innovative combat system, side-scrolling perspective, and memorable characters have made it a fan favorite for over 30 years.
Ys III: Wanderers from Ys has been ported to a number of different platforms over the years, including the MSX2, Sharp X68000, Windows, PlayStation 2, and PlayStation Portable. The game has also been released on the Virtual Console for the Wii and Wii U.
In 2010, Nihon Falcom released a remake of Ys III: Wanderers from Ys for the PlayStation Portable. The remake features updated graphics, sound, and gameplay.
Ys III: Wanderers from Ys is a timeless classic that is still enjoyed by gamers today. The game’s innovative gameplay, memorable characters, and epic story make it a must-play for fans of JRPGs.
Review Score
9/10
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