Square Enix's iPhone RPG 'Chaos Rings' Released
I posted about this game a while ago. It’s the first big budget looking RPG for the iPhone, on par with something you’d see released for the PSP or PS2 for at least $30. ‘Chaos Rings’ has been released for $12.99 (iTunes link), a bargain when compared with similar PSP games. Touch Arcade has a review if you are interested.
It sounds like the game will last you at least 8 hours (great for a handheld game). I’m actually far more interested in this game than Final Fantasy XIII (PS3 & 360), that I hear takes 15+ hours to get good. I’ve always enjoyed handheld RPG games, but I hate having to be bothered to remember to bring my (slightly too big for a pocket) PSP with me. It’s been a while since a JRPG has held my attention, but I think this handheld optimized RPG might be right up my alley since I’ve always got my iPhone on me.
Update: I bought this game today and am quite glad I did. If you like any of the Final Fantasy games from 7 or later, I’m sure you’ll enjoy this. It’s best feature is how easily you can save anywhere (except for in battles) and pick-up where you left off, so it’s well optimized for playing in little spurts.
Chaos Rings - An iPhone Square Enix RPG that actually looks like it could be good (I’m picky when it comes to JRPGs). The character graphics look like they are out of a PS2 or PSP game, and use old school impressive painted/pre-rendered backgrounds. I’ll be keeping an eye on this game… If it plays well in small chunks it could be the ideal iPhone game.
