Poll of the Day > Chrono Trigger - PS1 or DS?

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I don't own Chrono Trigger. The SNES and PS1 versions never released here, and while we did get the DS version in PAL regions, it is far from common. I still haven't seen a copy.

Right now, the PS1 release is part of the PSN sales. Trying to decide if I should leach off a friend to get the digital copy (spent my sale funds to make the most of a discount code that had to be used by the 25th), or if I should keep looking for the DS copy.
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SNES > DS > PS1

PS1 has added cutscenes, but old school RPGs are NOT compatible with loading times.
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Lokarin posted...

SNES > DS > PS1

Sadly SNES is out unless Square start releasing their RPGs on the 3DS eShop.

So at this point, I need to decide if the limitations of the PS1 release are worth the fact that it is currently cheap and significantly easier to get than the DS game.

Unless someone here has a DS copy they would sell me. :P
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Played the DS version, which was fine although it's been so long since I played the SNES version that I can't really compare the two.

I avoided the ps1 since it supposedly had a lot of load screens, but I'm not sure how much that carries over on PSN. And, because I'd rather play it on a handheld anyway, I can't imagine ever bothering with that version.
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DS. the playstation loading time are pretty bad. But it does have the cool cutscenes. I think they are also in the DS game.
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DS has everything the PS1 version has (cut scenes) but without the crappy load times.

I think it had a few extra areas, too, but I'm not sure. If you don't mind the load times it's fine on ps1, but there's a big lag when going to different eras and when starting battles.

The PSN sounds like the realistic option to play. The PS1 is where I first played Chrono Trigger and I dealt with loading and loved the game.

I'l sure you'll manage just fine.

Zeus posted...

but I'm not sure how much that carries over on PSN.

Indeed, that is something to consider for the digital copy. I'm not sure how they are on PSN.

Zeus posted...

And, because I'd rather play it on a handheld anyway, I can't imagine ever bothering with that version.

PSP / Vita could play it. :P
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I don't have PSN stuff so I don't know how it plays out compared to the CD version
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BlackScythe0 posted...

The PSN sounds like the realistic option to play.

Indeed. Though I'd still prefer the DS copy. Finding that one is the problem.

The biggest problem with PSN is possible load times, and needing to leach until I have the cash in just over a week. :P
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If the PSN version is actually the SNES version converted, it might be good - I have zero infos on PSN
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Lokarin posted...

If the PSN version is actually the SNES version converted, it might be good - I have zero infos on PSN

Nope, PS1 ISO in the pbp compression they used for PS1 games.
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The DS English version doesn't have all the 90s memes in it so I vote for the ps1.
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all versions are fine, ok?

you'll be fine.
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DS
has the videos
no long load times
bonus content, dungeons, bosses
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DS is the definitive version imo. Has all the additions of the PS1 version, plus additions of its own. But is lacks the load times.

AverageBoss posted...

DS is the definitive version imo. Has all the additions of the PS1 version, plus additions of its own. But is lacks the load times.

I respectfully disagree, as it has a few minor sound quality issues.
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DS>SNES>PS1>android/ios

Imo thats how it is at least

DS has the cut scenes and the bonus dungeon
SNES no load times
PS1 load times were terrible
Phone has terrible controls, makes the game almost unplayable. I find moblile controls work better on a tile based rpg then a free roam
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https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313.TR12.TRC2.A0.H0.Xchronotrigger.TRS0&_nkw=chronotrigger&_sacat=0
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Locke90 posted...

https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313.TR12.TRC2.A0.H0.Xchronotrigger.TRS0&_nkw=chronotrigger&_sacat=0

I don't own a SNES. And probably most, if not all, are bootlegs (several are advertising a PAL version that never existed).

I also don't want to buy the DS game online unless I'm sure what I'm buying is an original, rather than a bootleg (since those won't work on my 3DS).
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DeltaBladeX posted...

Locke90 posted...

https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313.TR12.TRC2.A0.H0.Xchronotrigger.TRS0&_nkw=chronotrigger&_sacat=0

I don't own a SNES. And probably most, if not all, are bootlegs (several are advertising a PAL version that never existed).

I also don't want to buy the DS game online unless I'm sure what I'm buying is an original, rather than a bootleg (since those won't work on my 3DS).

ive bought a few games off ebay mind you my copy of chronotrigger was bought from game when they were still around where I live,

I didnt say you should buy a snes version I just linked to the page to try and help you.
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Ah, I see. The page just linked a whole bunch of the SNES game by itself. :P
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i have a working snes that has the yellowing plastic (first run) id sell it to ya if you pay shipping. comes with super mario world and starfox
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Between just the two versions I'd say the GBA version for the load times. Sure, the translation might be different in a few parts, even taking away from one of Magus's lines at one point, compared to the SNES version, but the GBA version proves more playable than the PS when you aren't waiting an unnecessary amount of time for the battles to begin, for example.
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On the other hand, if the PSN version doesn't have long loading times, isn't it better because you have a bigger screen?
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DeltaBladeX posted...

Ah, I see. The page just linked a whole bunch of the SNES game by itself. :P

heres a better link to it and seeing as ds games are region free

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Chrono-Trigger-Nintendo-DS-DSi-Brand-New/322487321805?epid=69548585&hash=item4b15be04cd:g:ePAAAOSwJ4hY9laA
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i enjoyed the ds version

Loading times don't bother arv
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It's almost worth the price of the DS ones with as bad as the Ps1 load times are.
Sorry I'm not selling but I was looking at prices and most on ebay seem to be $40 USD + 4 shipping. Not sure how much that'd be for you. I think it's roughly 60 for you.
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DeltaBladeX posted...

Lokarin posted...

If the PSN version is actually the SNES version converted, it might be good - I have zero infos on PSN

Nope, PS1 ISO in the pbp compression they used for PS1 games.

Right, the PSN is basically a port of the PS version that was included in Final Fantasy Chronicles. And it sucks. The loading times are unforgivable. Literally freezes for a few seconds every time you enter the menu screen,
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As pretty much stated, SNES > all others > PSX.

The problems with the PSX are the AWFUL load times. That being said, if you are getting a digital copy, the load times might be slower. Still worse than SNES, though.

Sounds like the DS version is ideal.
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DS > SNES > PS1

Unless you're a purist, the DS version is better. The bestiary alone makes it better, plus all the other extras. The PS1 version was just awful, just like all the other PS1 versions of 2D Squaresoft RPGs.
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Oh, the DS version went up in price? I swear it was $20 a few months ago.

Anyway, I've played all of the versions, and while the SNES version is the best, the DS one is essentially equal to it. Just a hair worse, and it's because I prefer the menus and interface of the original, with having everything on one screen instead of two.

But, since price is an issue, go with PS1 on the PSN. The loading isn't gonna be a problem if you haven't played the other versions already.

Raganork posted...

But, since price is an issue, go with PS1 on the PSN

Unless it gets even higher, the price isn't a turn off, the difficulty finding the actual DS cart is the problem. I haven't bought it online since I know some sellers will just do a single game flash cart and sell it as whatever title. That is a worry more than the price.
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SNES version is the best, IMO, but, of the versions that are currently available, go with the DS version.
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Hacked snes classic with CT downloaded to it would be best.

Other than that I would say DS=/=Snes > Ps1

Wasn't there something fucky with the DS version?
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Smarkil posted...

Wasn't there something fucky with the DS version?

I heard sound issues but I didn't notice anything on my play through.

No matter what you decide, you will get Chrono Triggered in the feels when you play it.
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You could always get it off the Wii if it's offered on your system's eShop. I got my copy for ten of my American dollars.

Although, you may want to do it before late March, because you won't be able to add any more points to your account after the 26th of that month.
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EclairReturns posted...

You could always get it off the Wii if it's offered on your system's eShop. I got my copy for ten of my American dollars.

Although, you may want to do it before late March, because you won't be able to add any more points to your account after the 26th of that month.

I'm not sure if Chrono Trigger is an option here (can't check at this time), but the Wii eShop never do any sales, and tends to be expensive. I'd be spending NZ$18 (more than twice the price of the PS1 version) for a SNES game.
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DS is the definitive verison.

BTW, I came back a little over an hour later and realized I put down GBA instead of DS (though I had said nothing until now). My bad. No idea why I did that.
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I noticed, but I understood what it was supposed to be anyway :P
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DeltaBladeX posted...

Zeus posted...

And, because I'd rather play it on a handheld anyway, I can't imagine ever bothering with that version.

PSP / Vita could play it. :P

The PSP has been so awful that I don't want to think about a Vita.
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Zeus posted...

DeltaBladeX posted...

Zeus posted...

And, because I'd rather play it on a handheld anyway, I can't imagine ever bothering with that version.

PSP / Vita could play it. :P

The PSP has been so awful that I don't want to think about a Vita.

If you like JRPG's, those are both excellent systems.
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BlackScythe0 posted...

The PSN sounds like the realistic option to play. The PS1 is where I first played Chrono Trigger and I dealt with loading and loved the game.

I'l sure you'll manage just fine.

This. The loading is kind of lame, but it's a cheap purchase and still tons of fun. I have it on the PS3 and the Vita, which is nice.
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DS if you can find it.

One of the game shops near me had a copy last time I was in, it's liable to be gone by now, but I can have a look for you the next time I'm in, if you like?
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I won't say no, won't mind paying you over PayPal if it is still there to buy. You could test on 3DS to confirm original.

But if you can't return for a refund in case of a fake, don't risk it. Better safe than sorry. Had that with a store here, fakes aren't an acceptable reason for a refund. >:(
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