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Tales of Symphonia
Tales of SymphoniaA vibrant action‑RPG adventure that blends real‑time combat with a heartfelt story
Tales of Xillia
Tales of XilliaA sweeping JRPG adventure of parallel worlds and destiny
Overview
Description

Tales of Symphonia invites players into a richly detailed fantasy world where they control a group of heroes on a quest to save their world. The game combines fast-paced, real‑time battle mechanics with deep character development and an engaging narrative. The title offers both single‑player and cooperative split‑screen modes, allowing friends to experience the journey together while exploring puzzles, exploration, and strategic combat.

Tales of Xillia follows the intertwined fates of Jude, a spirited swordsman, and Ludger, a mysterious girl, as they battle the mysterious Sharlayan Empire and uncover the truth behind the two parallel worlds. With a vibrant cast, real‑time Linear Motion Battle System, and deep narrative choices, the game offers a classic yet fresh role‑playing experience on PlayStation 3.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Action RPG
Action RPG
Best for
Fans of action RPGs
JRPG enthusiasts
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$39.9933%
$59.99
release date
2003-08-29
2011-09-08
Specifications
developer
Namco Tales Studio
Namco Tales Studio
publisher
Bandai Namco Holdings, Nintendo, Namco
Bandai Namco Entertainment
age rating
ESRB T, PEGI 12
PEGI 16, ESRB T+33%
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
Single player, Co-operative
critic score
89/100+17%
76/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging real‑time combat
  • Compelling story and characters
  • Local co‑op split‑screen support
  • Rich fantasy world with detailed art
  • Engaging dual‑protagonist story
  • Responsive real‑time combat system
  • Deep skill customization
  • Beautiful anime‑style visuals
Cons
  • Linear level design limits exploration
  • Some dialogue can feel dated
  • Limited modern platform availability
  • Linear progression can feel restrictive
  • Voice acting quality varies by character
  • Some side quests are repetitive
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