Evan from Bit Cultures writes: "Looking back at Shadow Hearts: Covenant, I remember a game that was extremely fun, interesting, and emotionally engaging. Returning and new characters alike brought to life the exposition, creating a world that appeared to be very believable. While the horror elements of the first game were sublimely present, the overall tone shifted from horrific to a much darker setting. And for me, that worked a hundredfold. Luckily, a used copy of Shadow Hearts: Covenant looks to be available for $30 or less, where a brand new copy can be found for $80 on Amazon. If there is a game that I recommend on the PS2, Shadow Hearts: Covenant is a top contender."
The list is as long as it would take you to grind through Dragon Quest VIII. Here are the best JRPGs on the PlayStation 2.
Good list, kudos for adding Shadow Hearts, Covenant is probably the best Jrpg most people have not played and what an improvement over the first one (plus ties with Koudelka which is an awesome game as well).
I own all 3 of those games with 2 copies of Koudelka on PS1 just in case one of the four discs crapped out on me . Same with Legend of Dragoon. That’s one thing I want Sony to get back into , JRPGs , action and turned based
Yep, they should have at least 1 Japanese studio with 2 teams in it specialize in JRPG.
The amount of time I bring up Covenant when referring to amazing RPGs is astounding.
I wish I had played the other Shadow Hearts games, didn't know there was so many until later in the PS3 generation, at that point they hard to get for a reasonable price. I only got to play Covenant sadly, hopefully they'll all get ported to modern systems at some point.
Take a look at the libraries of your favorite consoles. I guarantee you, other than a handful of fighting games better suited on the Dreamcast, PS2 still has the best, biggest, and most varied library. Literally something for everyone. JRPGs on PS1 and PS2 really were special.
Edit: the article basically just lists every single JRPG on PS2 lol
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I would be so happy if Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King came to PC, it's one of my favourite JRPG's of all time. Saying that, i could just play it on the emulator PCSX2.
All I want is a Valkyria Chronicles 2 & 3 (fully localised) HD remaster collection.
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Did we just go back in time?
My favorite game on the PS2.