Xenogears
Role-playing (RPG)
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Developers/Publishers:
Square Electronic Arts, Square, Square Product Development Division 3
February 11, 1998, October 20, 1998, June 25, 2008, February 22, 2011
PlayStation, PlayStation 3
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Bugs and Glitches: Some players have reported bugs that can disrupt the Xenogears experience.
Content Gaps: Some areas of Xenogears feel underdeveloped or lacking in content.
Requires Patience: The game’s pacing might be slow for those who prefer fast-paced Role-playing (RPG) games.
Why To Avoid
Innovative Mechanics: Xenogears introduces new and innovative mechanics in the Role-playing (RPG) genre.
High Replay Value: Xenogears offers numerous reasons to replay, thanks to its Role-playing (RPG) elements.
Compelling Storyline: The narrative in Xenogears is deeply engaging, making it a must-play for Role-playing (RPG) fans.
Why To Play
Xenogears follows protagonist Fei Fong Wong and several others as they journey to uncover the truth behind mysterious, cabalistic entities operating in their world. The principles and philosophies of Friedrich Nietzsche, Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung influence the plot, character design, and world of Xenogears. Additionally, the symbols, theological concepts, and devotional practices of several world religions are represented in fictionalized forms in the game. Major psychological themes are the nature of identity and human memory, particularly as these relate to the phenomenon of dissociative identity disorder. The relationship between humanity and machines is central to the game's plot, as indicated by the presence of giant robots dubbed "gears," which almost each playable character can control.