As terribly as Microsoft has treated the development of this game, I'm still happy with this. You couldn't play this game without getting an original Xbox before, and now it's on Xbox One and PC for free. Pretty lucky! Still can't play it since I don't have an Xbox or a gaming PC tho.
Franklin Puerto you're entitled to you're opinion. I've been playing Phantom Dust for 13 years and I still love it. I'm curious what was it particularly about the game that you didn't like?
Franklin Puerto you do know that it's a card battle game like magic the gathering right? Those are all shooters. The fact that you are even comparing it to any of those games is a testament to its creativity. But hey, that's just my opinion.
A couple things that weren't made clear by this video. - lock on with RT and switch target with LT - press the Dpad corresponding with the ABXY buttons to get spell stats - all spells have either a short (red) medium (orange) or long (green) range. - you can reroll your opening hand There are actual combos you can chain to create devastating attacks. I still have my original copy of the game and had been playing up until the release of the XBO version. I've blasted through the campaign and I'm currently working on two arsenals that I've perfected over the many years of playing this game. Can't wait to spank some n00bs.
One of the best Xbox games hands down. My friends and I were so addicted to this game we spent hours and hours playing against eachother. Just like PSO on Dreamcast back in the day. I miss those types of games where there was no DLC, no P2P system. Games were finished and done upon release. 😔
It coming out as a re-release instead of a remake is more comforting since there's far less chance of fucking it up or pissing off the fans. People just want to play Phantom Dust again. Shit, I'm just now learning about the re-release and am tempted to actually install Windows 10 just to play it. :|
pretty cool, it reminds me of the old Spawn game that was on Sega Dreamcast way back then. I loved these types of versus games, wish the genre was still around
These graphics remind me of Phantasy star universe... Also great game if you guys haven't played it. A shame that the multiplayer servers were shut down back in 2012... ;~;
Yeah like Tokyo said, the servers were also revived, and new players start with a deck immediately. Please populate the game everyone, its pretty addicting!
Let's be real.. we thought it was a sequel.. It should be a sequel. They can do it.. don't even need the single player.. it's perfect in this.. just give us customizable characters and lots new skills. Phantom Dust sequel! (Best story on original Xbox!)
People said the new one wouldn't come out. That shit got canceled but then they said that they were going to remaster the game. Judging by this non-remastered re-release, I'm guessing not even that remaster is happening anymore.
Honestly the original was one of my favourite games... I clicked this video so fast. I really want a proper remake. I wished you had gotten into the whole deck building aspect of it. There were some moments where I was getting flashbacks to really good moves, like when you tried to destroy the other persons orb (there's a move for that! Not just stealing). Also, in that match where you disintegrated everyone's level... you didn't hit him, he died from using all his orbs. I have to go play this now... I bet it's like riding a bike.
Game was my jam back in the day, one of the few where you could play your own music in the background as well. But the community was so small back then, finding games took forever. It was a fun concept.
this game requires alot to learn and can get frustrating but it keeps suckung me back in to get better. im not normally the type that plays a game that requires lots of learning.
its actually a ton of fun I consider it the pinnacle of card collection games to the point that even if you dont like that genre you will still love the action and the statigic depth in deck building that is just deep enough to not be to daunting with the overcomplication you might expect.
Right Quick question for you all, I have been playing this on Windows 10 and for the past four cut scenes I have noticed the sound is out of sync and the frame rate is abysmal. The prologue alone in which you take the reins of white haired harry styles had me screaming in anger as the controller mechanisms were discombobulated couple this with the fact if you run this at 4k you cant seem to put it in full screen and instead it plays in a large window. Is anyone else having these problems on the PC version or is it just me .
Not gonna lie, looks like a utter pile of garbage. (Update.. I didn't realize the game was old until the first comments, and I am willing to admit I was wrong. The game actually has good graphics for its time.)
I think you're missing the point. This has nothing to do with Xbox. The windows store is a platform on the PC. Games sold on the windows store almost always are unoptimized for PC and don't offer even the basic settings adjustments that PC gamers have come to expect from their games.
Again, I don't give a fuck about Xbox. I don't own an Xbox, I don't plan on getting an Xbox. What I'm saying is that ON THE PC (which is the version of the game featured in this video), the only way to get this game is through the windows store and that's super shitty.
Windows store is not that bad, I have yet to have any issues with it, Forza Horizon 3 and Gears of War 4 all worked flawless. Not my favorite of the gaming platforms, but still not as bad as some make out. Not worth missing otu on the best racing game atm (Forza Horizon 3) or this new free Phantum Dust just because it is on the windows store imo. Sure it is not steam or gog.com but I honestly look at it as the same as i look at origin and uplay, not my favorite options but if a game is only on there I will still try it.
As terribly as Microsoft has treated the development of this game, I'm still happy with this. You couldn't play this game without getting an original Xbox before, and now it's on Xbox One and PC for free. Pretty lucky!
Still can't play it since I don't have an Xbox or a gaming PC tho.
Don't be an ass frank, you're why people hate fanboys
Franklin Puerto I think god is right, you're acting like an ass.
Franklin Puerto you're entitled to you're opinion. I've been playing Phantom Dust for 13 years and I still love it. I'm curious what was it particularly about the game that you didn't like?
Franklin Puerto you do know that it's a card battle game like magic the gathering right? Those are all shooters. The fact that you are even comparing it to any of those games is a testament to its creativity. But hey, that's just my opinion.
Franklin Puerto Man you're so dumb.
I love to see Chris Person's passion for and deep knowledge of this game. Glad to see it always lived on in the hearts of its most dedicated fans!
A couple things that weren't made clear by this video.
- lock on with RT and switch target with LT
- press the Dpad corresponding with the ABXY buttons to get spell stats
- all spells have either a short (red) medium (orange) or long (green) range.
- you can reroll your opening hand
There are actual combos you can chain to create devastating attacks. I still have my original copy of the game and had been playing up until the release of the XBO version. I've blasted through the campaign and I'm currently working on two arsenals that I've perfected over the many years of playing this game.
Can't wait to spank some n00bs.
How do you reroll the hand?
pressing the Back button on the controller
One of the best Xbox games hands down. My friends and I were so addicted to this game we spent hours and hours playing against eachother. Just like PSO on Dreamcast back in the day. I miss those types of games where there was no DLC, no P2P system. Games were finished and done upon release. 😔
It coming out as a re-release instead of a remake is more comforting since there's far less chance of fucking it up or pissing off the fans. People just want to play Phantom Dust again. Shit, I'm just now learning about the re-release and am tempted to actually install Windows 10 just to play it. :|
pretty cool, it reminds me of the old Spawn game that was on Sega Dreamcast way back then. I loved these types of versus games, wish the genre was still around
These graphics remind me of Phantasy star universe...
Also great game if you guys haven't played it. A shame that the multiplayer servers were shut down back in 2012... ;~;
You can still play online with the Dreamcast with private servers, it's awesome. =)
Yeah like Tokyo said, the servers were also revived, and new players start with a deck immediately. Please populate the game everyone, its pretty addicting!
@@werlder thanks D'angelo we need positive fans to bring it back.
You can play multi-player mode on Xbox one
this seems similar to Soul Sacrifice on the PlayStation Vita...which I loved!
I have the original game, bought from a gamestop bargain bin; in 2004? I think this game has custom music from the Xbox.
One of the coolest games ever!!!!
+Kotaku
You guys would make great sports-casters for this game!
Interesting game. I'm enjoying the story. Glad its free. Also, more Chris, the better.
Biofan813 the story blew my mind back when I originally played it at release. Wait for that ending.
Let's be real.. we thought it was a sequel..
It should be a sequel. They can do it.. don't even need the single player.. it's perfect in this.. just give us customizable characters and lots new skills.
Phantom Dust sequel! (Best story on original Xbox!)
People are dissing the graphics, the game play is awesome. I don't care if the graphics are shiny if a game plays like garbage.
I installed it to my Xbox one it’s fun
You guys need to do a game news show. Kudos
And people said this wouldn't come out!
People said the new one wouldn't come out. That shit got canceled but then they said that they were going to remaster the game. Judging by this non-remastered re-release, I'm guessing not even that remaster is happening anymore.
Oh
cavemancolton but they've remastered it...
This is a port with added widescreen. If this is what qualifies as a remaster these days then we should abandon the whole term.
cavemancolton The devs consider this a re-release.
Honestly the original was one of my favourite games... I clicked this video so fast. I really want a proper remake. I wished you had gotten into the whole deck building aspect of it. There were some moments where I was getting flashbacks to really good moves, like when you tried to destroy the other persons orb (there's a move for that! Not just stealing). Also, in that match where you disintegrated everyone's level... you didn't hit him, he died from using all his orbs. I have to go play this now... I bet it's like riding a bike.
Zforce me too fam! I'm hoping this rerelease brings attention to these mechanics and new games borrow ideas from PD.
Game was my jam back in the day, one of the few where you could play your own music in the background as well. But the community was so small back then, finding games took forever. It was a fun concept.
Kotaku, did you find the game entertaining?
I'm making plans to stream it tonight actually. I really had fun.
It's super fun. I still own my copy of the original and the combat shockingly holds up a lot.
MrJc531 it's the only game I have consistently played since launch. I was 18 now I'm 31. The game deserves a sequel.
this game requires alot to learn and can get frustrating but it keeps suckung me back in to get better. im not normally the type that plays a game that requires lots of learning.
its actually a ton of fun I consider it the pinnacle of card collection games to the point that even if you dont like that genre you will still love the action and the statigic depth in deck building that is just deep enough to not be to daunting with the overcomplication you might expect.
Hey when are they releasing the remake
It kinda seems like Destrega on Playstation One, i want to try it :D
i just found out that they put it pc, i just pissed my pants
The sportscasting from Heather at the end forced my sub lol
dude finish the story it's crazy really good
Didn't understand this game when it first came out. And I still don't.
Matt Dargis You pick up power ups and you fight.........nothing hard to understand about that lol
What are the keyboard commands for this game on PC? I can't find them anywhere.
Just to answer my own question. A recent update added the ability to customize commands for the PC, so its good now.
Is the game really free on pc?
Windows 10 store only. and Xbox One, with its cross-play
Yeah, it's kinda rough (the display options were super limited) but it's free. You can pick it up on the Windows store.
Kotaku thanks a bunch! You are awesome!!
Yes, really free
there are Microtransactions.
i dont want a reboot, this was my childhood!
Right Quick question for you all,
I have been playing this on Windows 10 and for the past four cut scenes I have noticed the sound is out of sync and the frame rate is abysmal. The prologue alone in which you take the reins of white haired harry styles had me screaming in anger as the controller mechanisms were discombobulated couple this with the fact if you run this at 4k you cant seem to put it in full screen and instead it plays in a large window. Is anyone else having these problems on the PC version or is it just me .
Is there fist fight?
To bad we didn't get an actual remake of this game! instead we just get the orginal.... how lame!
Flapjackwillyy
Xbox
Does this game play like a moba or something?
if magic the gathering was a 2v2 action game= PD
FromTacoma lol ok thnx
It's unique man. You should try it was one of my favorites forever ago.
no thx
Not gonna lie, looks like a utter pile of garbage. (Update.. I didn't realize the game was old until the first comments, and I am willing to admit I was wrong. The game actually has good graphics for its time.)
Jake Sigal Not gonna lie, it's a 13 year old game
Well that would explain the graphics.
Yeah I'm not sure why this is a big deal.
yep, totally, this shit don't even worth the free install
Carlos González Says a man who has probably never played it & didn't know it's a game from 13 YEARS AGO.
If it's only on the Windows store, it might as well not exist.
There are PlayStation exclusives on the Windows store?
I think you're missing the point. This has nothing to do with Xbox. The windows store is a platform on the PC. Games sold on the windows store almost always are unoptimized for PC and don't offer even the basic settings adjustments that PC gamers have come to expect from their games.
Again, I don't give a fuck about Xbox. I don't own an Xbox, I don't plan on getting an Xbox. What I'm saying is that ON THE PC (which is the version of the game featured in this video), the only way to get this game is through the windows store and that's super shitty.
If it works fine on PC then it's not shitty, and no one gives a fuck about what you think.
Windows store is not that bad, I have yet to have any issues with it, Forza Horizon 3 and Gears of War 4 all worked flawless. Not my favorite of the gaming platforms, but still not as bad as some make out. Not worth missing otu on the best racing game atm (Forza Horizon 3) or this new free Phantum Dust just because it is on the windows store imo. Sure it is not steam or gog.com but I honestly look at it as the same as i look at origin and uplay, not my favorite options but if a game is only on there I will still try it.
This game looks awful.
I dunno seems kinda poo to me