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[PlayStation (PS)] Wild Arms ROM Download
NA: April 30, 1997
EU: October 1998
Wild Arms ROM Description
Journey across the fantasy world of Filgaia in Wild Arms, a beloved 1996 PlayStation RPG that blended classic genre tropes with a unique Wild West aesthetic. With its imaginative setting, multifaceted characters and blend of 2D and 3D visuals, Wild Arms carved out a distinctive niche that spawned a popular franchise.
1000 years before the game, demons invaded Filgaia in a bid to conquer humanity and drain the planet’s elemental forces. Though defeated and sealed away, the threat still lingers as three unlikely heroes take up arms to save their world. Players control Rudy, a 15-year-old orphan with a forbidden relic weapon; Cecilia, a fledgling mage of royal blood; and Jack, a sword-wielding treasure hunter. Each wields unique abilities central to progressing through dungeons and turn-based battles against demonic foes.
The world of Filgaia evokes the frontier spirit of the old west, but with lost technology and ancient magic woven throughout. Airships, firearms and robots contrast with spellcasting, magical guardians and mystical ruins. This creative fusion of science fiction and fantasy perfectly complements the varied cast. Rudy’s ancient relic weapons resemble firearms, while Jack wields more traditional swordsmanship. Cecilia calls upon elemental forces through magic learned at her abbey.
Wild Arms employs classic JRPG gameplay, with turn-based combat, towns, dungeons and random encounters. But several innovations help it stand out. Tools unique to each character let them interact with the environment to solve puzzles or access secret areas. And the 2D overworld seamlessly shifts to 3D arenas for battles. Anime cutscenes and a sweeping soundtrack by Michiko Naruke complete the cinematic atmosphere.
While subsequently overshadowed by Final Fantasy VII, Wild Arms was acclaimed in its day for creative worldbuilding and gameplay. An expanded remake on PlayStation 2 introduced new characters and scenarios expanding on the lore. With its wild west spirit and steampunk aesthetic, Wild Arms carved out a beloved niche franchise.
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Wild Arms (Europe) (Beta).chd | 303.3 M | CHD Format |
Wild Arms (Europe).chd | 303.15 M | CHD Format |
Wild Arms (France).chd | 303.18 M | CHD Format |
Wild Arms (Germany).chd | 303.18 M | CHD Format |
Wild Arms (Italy).chd | 303.16 M | CHD Format |
Wild Arms (Japan) (Rev 1).chd | 282.21 M | CHD Format |
Wild Arms (Japan).chd | 282.21 M | CHD Format |
Wild Arms (Spain).chd | 303.16 M | CHD Format |
Wild Arms (USA).chd | 302.88 M | CHD Format |
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