Phantasy Star Universe (PlayStation 2)

Phantasy Star Universe is the first single-player Phantasy Star game to arrive in more than a decade. The Phantasy Star franchise started as a series of turn-based RPGs (Phantasy Star I-IV, 1988-1994), evolved into an online multiplayer action-adventure (Phantasy Star Online Episode I-IV, 2000-2005), and now hits its stride as the best of both, a single player action-RPG with a multiplayer online component.

This robust action-RPG offers more than 40 hours of gameplay, an emotionally engaging story, traditional cut scenes, and strong character development. The title's hero is Ethan Waber, a 17-year old cadet intent on saving his sister, who is living on a planet under siege by mysterious life forms called THE SEED. The combo-driven action gameplay in Phantasy Star Universe provides for a fast-paced, engaging experience, while the game's rich character customization options and enormous world are sure to satisfy RPG fans seeking depth.

The fee-based online mode in Phantasy Star Universe continues where the offline mode's story leaves off. Players are given the opportunity to travel with a squad of other adventurers, enter urban sprawls teeming with hundreds of players, and build their avatars into powerful warriors.

Features:

• A full-featured single-player campaign spanning more than 40 hours of gameplay.
• Three different planets to explore.
• A strong ensemble joins Ethan on his journey; each character has their own unique skill set to bring into battle.
• Controllable vehicles make transportation easier and more fun.
• More than 20 dungeons in the single-player adventure.
• First appearance of Phantasy Star on a PlayStationplatform.
• A giant game world that will evolve with new content online over the course of several years.