Radical Dreamers - Nusume Nai Houseki

Nintendo Satellaview · 1996 · JP

Also known as: Radical Dreamers · Radical Dreamers: Nusumenai Hōseki (JP)

Publisher: Square Enix · Developer: Square Enix · Genre: Adventure

This text-based adventure (with some interesting background graphics) was originally released in Japan over the Satellaview system. The game is a spin-off from the Chrono Series, and was the precursor to Chrono Cross. It tells the story of Serge (travelling musician), Kid (thief), and Magil (wizard) as they attempt to steal the Frozen Flame from Viper Manor. Contains multiple, often humorous endings. An interesting game for Chrono Trigger/Cross fans, as this was the game that Chrono Cross was essentially a remake of. Gameplay is something between a standard text adventure and a Choose Your Own Adventure book. Rather than having a full array of possible actions, players are limited to the several options it presents at any time. With newly discovered items and information, new areas can be reached. Occasionally battles will occur during the exploration, which are also handled by displaying several possible actions to choose between, such as "Run" or "Jump back as it swings!"