To Chrono Cross or not to Chrono Cross

I'm a big Chrono Trigger fan. In my mind, it shares the the BEST RPG EVAR slot with Final Fantasy 6, but I haven't played it's sequel. I'm going to blame economics and fanboyism for that one because I've been weaned on Nintendo systems since the tender age of 4. But now in my older years, I've discovered Cross' soundtrack, read it's Wikipedia page and find myself intrigued by the sassy(?) blonde in short shorts and her blue-haired boy buddy.

"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27-DsLJ76aA&feature=related"

Really. With an intro like what how could I have passed this up? Oh right. I was 13, stupid and poor.

But, now that fanboyism has been somewhat castoff, I'm stuck with the problem of economics. I know there are lots of PSone's readily available on eBay, along with a good number of cheapish copies of the game, but is it worth it to buy a whole new(old) system to play it? I could also run out and get a PS2 for about a hundred bucks, but I really only want to play Cross right now. There's nothing else compelling on Sony's previous wunderkind. At least now that I can Okamwii. (If you're noticing a trend here, it's because fanboyism has only SOMEWHAT been castoff. At heart, I'm still a pandering Nintendo shill..) I could go all in and get a PS3. There's some cool stuff on that behemoth, but is a 10 year old game really worth 400 bucks? I don't even have an HD-TV so I can't justify it as a blu-ray player.

So I ask you, just and kind hardcore gaming audience, what is the best way to play Chrono Cross? PSone, PS2, or PS3?

Tags: Chrono Cross, conundrum

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Chris "Cosmo" Ross

May 19, 2009

Either PSone or PS2, I would avoid PS3, personally. Every experience I've had playing a PSone game with the PS3 I get an extremely grainy picture.

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Allistair Everett

So you are actually asking to PS3 or not to PS3? I'm confused. I can give you my thoughts on the game though. It's very good! There, you've had them. +_+

Brian Joe

Yea I guess you can break it down to "to PS3 or not to PS3." What are the thoughts on that? Is the PS3 worth the asking price now? I AM looking forward to quite a few of their releases, but most of them are multiplatform (Marvel vs Capcom 2 comes to mind). Thanks Cosmo Cohen, I have no idea what PS1 emulation is like on PS3.

kevin shaw

The review on 1up made it sound unnecessary, so I think that if you don't have a PS1, don't go for it. But hey, what do I know?

So you want a PS3 for a decade old arcade port? lol. Sorry don't mean to bust your balls but it is kind of funny. I'm not one to condone piracy but you know that is another option. Personally, I'd tell you to get a PS2. There is a wealth of quality games to explore until PS3 comes down in price.

A L

Go for PS1 for PS2, but make sure you avoid the player's choice version. It's known to be very glitchy. Also, make sure you are able to return your copy should an FMV freeze up.