Publisher: Developer: ESRB Rating: Console: Genre: Capcom Capcom Everyone SNES/GBA RPG - Overall: 8.0 Graphics: Unspecified Sound: Unspecified Gameplay: Unspecified Durability: Unspecified

Breath of Fire was one of the premier RPG series on SNES form the beginning of the system’s life. The game was actually published by Squaresoft, even though Capcom develops the game. While that duo of game makers may no
longer work together, the result of the two companies really shows in BOF.

The graphics in BOF are obviously rivaled by those shown in BOF2, which is also on SNES. While this is some competition to it, the game overcomes it and proves that it can be a worthy quest. While gamers used to 3D games may dismiss it as outdated, the sprite characters will surely bring nostalgia to any longtime gaming fan. Of course, if you are a gaming fan who is still playing the SNES in 2002 the graphics probably won’t matter to you. But if you are looking for an adventure, don’t overlook BOF.

The sound is also plain because of the systems sound capabilities. While they are fairly simplistic, this is not too disappointing. The only bad part is that many of the background themes are repeated in different dungeons, so there is not really a lot of variety in the music selection.

The quest is very long and the characters are likeable. You really start to feel like you want to continue the quest, almost as if the characters really do have emotions. This kind of writing is great. The dungeons are varied and some of the puzzles like areas are well thought out and fun. The only flaw when walking around is that the default walking speed is slow and there is no option to run. Also, the random battles start to become annoying, as they are too frequent.

While BOF may be relatively outdated as it is on the SNES, it is worth looking for if you are want a new RPG to play, simply want nostalgia, or love the SNES. However, if you are a gamer accustomed to 3D graphics, be sure to try this before you get it. Overall, a very satisfying adventure for the SNES that is still worth playing today.

Review by dragonryu

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