Slow gameplay, overly-easy encounters ... Otherwise, we might recommend the cheap Eggconsole versions over this. Ys IX: Monstrum Nox isn’t a massive step up over its tropical predecessor ...

Ys games like 5 and 6 offer challenging gameplay but provide compelling adventures worth exploring. Ys 8 stands out with its refined combat system, engaging storyline, and a focus on survival in a ...

Ys VIII: The Lacrimosa of Dana, Ys IX: Monstrum Nox, and Ys X ... Modern Ys doesn't know how to pace gameplay with story anymore, wasting the players' time on poorly developed side characters ...