Xenogears (Disc 2) concludes Square’s legendary 1998 PlayStation role-playing game. Taking a famously different approach from the game’s first half, this second disc shifts to a deeply narrative-driven style where much of the complex sci-fi and philosophical story is delivered through character monologues. While traditional exploration takes a back seat, players still engage in the game’s signature turn-based martial arts combat and massive Gear battles to experience the dramatic finale of Fei and Elly’s journey.
How to Play
In the browser emulator, the PlayStation’s directional pad is mapped to your arrow keys, with the action buttons (Cross, Circle, Square, and Triangle) typically bound to Z, X, A, and S. Use Enter for Start and Shift for Select. The gameplay primarily alternates between reading extensive story sequences and fighting crucial boss battles in your mechs (Gears).
Tips
- Since towns and shops are sparse on this disc, make sure to upgrade your Gears fully whenever you are given access to a merchant character or terminal.
- Manage your Gear’s fuel carefully during the consecutive boss gauntlets, as you won’t always have a chance to refuel between major fights.
- Equip accessories that prevent status effects like Confusion and Slow, which many late-game bosses inflict frequently.
Leave a Comment / Review: