A little crazy that it is being sold for 1500 points but, it REALLY looks worth it. 5 Stars Beforehand

This one game looks like it would take up all of the Wii's 512 MB memory. Nintendo surely has some kind of storage solution to go along with this game

Was this the Final Fantasy game Satoru mentioned in E3 back in 2005? I have FFCC for gamecube (didn't finish though) and i think i'll get this game!

Same here bordem

If there is no storage solution, we can delete some games to make space for this, since bought games can be downloaded anytime, this is not a permanent solution.

Nintendo have said there's a 40mb upper limit on WiiWare titles.

1500 isn't pricey. $15 bucks for this game that's great I was expecting 2000

This is the only game thats looks like it's worth on Wii Ware. Why do all the other games look so bad

This game looks sweet!
I really hope we will get this here in Europe.

This is the only game thats looks like it's worth on Wii Ware. Why do all the other games look so bad

Star Soldier R, Eternity's Child, Gravitronix, Plattchen Twist 'n' Paint, Dr. Mario & Bacteria Buster are all great looking as well.

This does look good, but is it a starting point to be entering the FF franchise?

This is my most wanted wiiware game right now.

This game screeeeams "ONLINE PLAY" but I doubt it. Nintendo still doesn't have a good grasp on what that is or why it's so important...

I loved the original game. It's nothing like a final fantasy game. It was just a coop dungeon crawler.

I hate Final Fantasy games with a passion. Mainly because of the fans. But this looks awesome, and who knows, maybe this will get me interested in the series?

No thanks, never a fan with FF and I just don't imagine there going to be any real gameplay in this one.

To be fair Crystal Chronicles bears little relation to Final Fantasy (except name to boost sales). From the sounds of GDC they took out the RPG battling parts (even had a full battle system developed) as they didn't fit with the rest of the game. A good summary of what was said at GDC about the game is here:
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=9880177&postcount=3
It is a good read and explains why such a game is possible for Wii Ware launch (I liked the part about how older programmers were used as they were more used to tight memory restrictions)

Sounds like it is simulation all the way now. The dungeon parts sound like would play out like the deployable robots in Megaman X: Command Mission (basically you formed a party, sent it somewhere, come back later on and hear how they got on)

I loved FFCC for GC! To truly appreciate, you have to let the turn based system go, and finish this game to completion. Beautiful graphics, great gameplay, great cut-scenes, and I don't expect this game to be any different. I can't wait!!!!

I like final fantasy, don't get me wrong but... I'm not too sure on this one? I play crystal chronicles on GC and it was just decent. I guess I'll get this... maybe...

Booooooooooooooooooooring!
Where the hell are all the monsters and stuff? The whole game looks like it takes place in one place.

I'm getting the same vibe too PrizePig. I also play Final Fantasy game for the storyline and this one doesn't look like it has much of one. Or at least nothing compared to the actual FF series.

I'm not into FF but I'm considering getting this as i do like Country Building simulators, so when it's released, I'll check the reviews for it to see if it's worth the points

I can't tell if it looks good or not. Microtransactions and no real combat on one hand, but Final Fantasy on the other. I'll wait for the reviews on this one.

What's this game all about?

I'm really looking forward to this as well. And I hope it will reach Europe in close proximity to the release of Wiiware.

I think this will be one of the best launch Wii Ware Titles on the US shores. The only downfall of this game is that it is one of those Pay to Play which means to get the full experience you must buy downloadable content to get the full enjoyment of the game. So far in Japan it comes to about 2900 wii points to get the full experience unless they create more stuff along the road.

Expensive, but it is at the top of my list, along wih Dr. Mario ,Pokemon Ranch, and Defend Your Castle. 4000 Wii Points in total.

I dont think you can really expect the standard FF game out of this one, first off the game isnt trying to be a standard FF game. My enterpratation of the game is this, if you like games like harvest moon(snes) and other sim style of games then this game would be good for you, but if not then i would do my research before purchasing. Me personally, I'm going to get it.

I's not really a final fantasy, it's a spin off. I'm still getting it though.

This game seems to be the best wii-ware game even if it costs a lot! Also being able to buy houses for your town and clothes for your character with wii points is a awesome idea!

Not having the downloadable content does not really change the gaming experience, it just adds to it.

Im going to wait for the review first

Man! Its one week from the release of WiiWare and I only have 2000 Wii Points currently, and I'll be going to my Grandpearents for the summer where I can't access the internet on my Wii so I'm having a hard time deciding if I should get this and Defend Your Castle or Dr. Mario and something else. Will somebody tell me which one I should choose.

@Fireballmario
Those are all grwat looking games. Dr Mario and DYC are best as multiplayer games, so if you dont have another controller or friends who do, I'd stick with this, unless you dont like city builders (Sim City) with a fantasy vibe. This game is said to be 10-12 hrs long before DLC, so...there's as much help as I can give. Keep in mind I have not yet played any of these, but certainly will play 1-2 on May 12th! Think I need another Wii points card...

looks cool but I'm only an ffta fan

much more to do on field

never played a CC but squareenix is a great company might get me into it

I don't mind downloadable content. Why pay full price for a game with full content if you don't use most of the content when you can pay cheaper and just choose what content you want?

Its not long to nintendo releases wii-ware in europe and because my sisters got me two wii points card for my birthday day i now have 5100 points yay i got 10000 wii points for christmas! some left over and some spent saving it all up for wii-ware!

This looks GREAT! Is this going to be out when WiiWare launches on Monday?

@37:
yes.

Everyone keep in mind that this is nothing what final fantasy is really like. Take it from someone who is a HUGE final fantasy fan! I wouldn't ever consider this game to be a spin-off! Square-Enix is just using the name "Final Fantasy" to get people to buy it.(to promote it) I guess so it will catch peoples eyes. TRUST ME if you do not like this game then that does not mean that you won't like any other Final Fantasy game. Final Fantasy games are RPG's (not sims games) that have EXCELLENT storyline and graphics. The battle systems are different in each one. They might as well just called this game "My Life as King" instead of tagging the Final Fantasy part on it.

i h8 japan they get all the kool stuff 1st

Day 1 purchase for me! I got my Wii Points all ready too. 1500 for the game and 500 for extras I might want.

While I dont like the way this game does DLC per se, I appreciate that it opens that door for otehr titles...who wouldn't love new levels for Mario, LostWind, new dungeons in Zelda, tracks in Mario Kart, or items/trophies/stage/chars in brawl! Some of these wont happen, but its still cool.

I'm not gonna get this now as it'll be very expensive and i don't want to buy loads of cards

@43
Wii Points cards are $20 at Wal-Mart.

The game is up for download today... I've seen some videos of japanese gameplay but... a review would be nice right about now.

WaddleWave- Same here. The videos look great, and I would like to buy a game today, but I'd like to hear other people's opinions first. For me it's between FF:CC and Lost Winds. LW is only 3 hours long, and I haven't been too interested in it, but I don't want to just throw down $15 for FF:CC because there aren't any other good alternatives for the time being. Then again, this has been the only game that I've actually been remotely interested in...

Wow this game takes 287 blocks of memory, plus it says you have to pay for future downloadable content. I'm taking the plunge so wish me luck!
PS: Just downloaded it and there are 9 additional add-on contents already available, here they are:
Add-on Content Name Wii Points Blocks of Memory Required
Dungeon Pack 300 1
Triple Race Pack 800 2
Lilty Hut 300 1
Selkie Den 300 1
Yuke Shack 300 1
New Royal Outfit 100 3
New Chancellor Outfit 100 3
Luxurious House 100 1
Sacred Shrine 200 1

Yeah, I just did too. I'm about to play it. I won't be writing a review or anything, but I'll try to state my opinion on the game sometime soon and rate it.

For those that have downloaded this game:

What's the deal with the "added content" and which of these (if any) would make sense to download right away?

Thanks!

I'll read the game info for the add ons.
Dungeon Pack adds 11 dungeons to the game; clearing these raises the limit on weapon, armor, item shops, taverns, parks, gaming halls and houses.
Triple Race Pack adds dungeons which after completing allow you to build the Lilty Hut, Selkie Den and Yuke Shack, which in turn adds warriors, thieves, and mages (You can only purchase this Triple Pack if you didn't purchase the individual Lilty, Selkie, & Yuke Add Ons)
Luxurious House adds 3 dungeons which after clearing alows you to build these houses which greatly increases you income
Sacred Shrine adds 3 dungeons which after clearing allows you to build shrines which temporarily boost adventure stats.
The 2 Outfit add ons are just costume changes.
I just purchased the Dungeon Pack, Triple Pack, and Lux House and it says that the features can be carried over to new games once unlocked, I'm not sure if that means the features wont carry over to previous saved games or not.
I've played the game for 30 minutes...the first 2 days of the game are basically tutorials. Game play is simple, you just run and and talk to ppl, send ppl out to explore dungeons and they come back w/ experience and resources for you to build more. It costs money to send them out to explore and to commission additional explorers, you get money each day from daily taxes. I didn't notice any camera issues or any other problems. Good luck to whoever purchases this game.

i went ahead and bought it today. i wanted to wait for some reviews to show up here, but i've been looking forward to it for too long and couldn't wait. i like the idea of being able to build your kingdom. i've always like building sims.

anyway, i've only played through the first day. i've got a couple friends over and don't wanna sit there and make 'em watch me play by myself, ya know. i'm not sure how good i'd be at a "review" but if i'll be sure to through some opinions in here once i got some real time on it.

Extra downloadable content for sale? Haha, soon enough we'll be paying the same price as a normal Wii game.

I'm not complaining though. This game looks awesome.

@rkish I've been looking at/reading/thinking about getting FF, and to me the only DLC that would make sense to purchase as of "right now" would probably be the dungeon pack, as most others seem to be "cosmetic."

The first impressions for me are great. I think this game is a lot of fun so far.

i <3 this game.

From reading the descriptions of the download content this content at least seems to have one main purpose. Make the game easier.

Specialised classes are will obviously do better in specialist situations when compared to all-round humans.
The houses that make more money will help. The dungeons will help get more upgrades (able to bulid more stuff) and the shines give stat boosts.

I still feel the races are a bit of a sell-out but I'm willing to see how playable the game is without DLC.

Sadly, I loved Selkies from the DS FF:CC, so I may spend an extra 300 points for the Selkie pack and possibly the king's pirate clothes too... I guess the DLC is made for morons like me.

Sucks my wii got stolen 2 days before wiiware was released, damn. This game looks good, you guys are actually my first kind of sourse for this game. i never even knew you build stuff. but what's the point in building stuff, do new people com to your kingdom or something?

Tell me if this is what I'm thinking about the game...

Is this like Actraiser on the SNES, except that it's SimCity(Lite)+RPG instead of SimCity(lite)+Action sequences?

This seriously looks like Actraiser where you can build to a point, and building increases your ability/stats for combat...and then you combat so you can do more with your cities and areas to advance them further.

Is that what FF:CC is because I've waited 18years for another game like Actraiser to pop up and I'll be all over this (while hating such a game so smart didn't have a 'keep-able' copy being a damn virtual download.)

Well the days in the game go by really quickly, and I'm already on the 32nd day. I wasn't planning on playing that much today, but it just became so addictive! On this site I'd easily rate this game a 5/5 from what I've played so far. It's one of those hate it/love it kind of games though. I've never owned a simulation game before, so it took a little while for me to grow to like that aspect. I really enjoy the RPG elements that were thrown in, because it adds a whole new level to the way the game plays out. There's a balance of sending out warriors, thieves, etc. and building up your kingdom using a limited supply of resources. If you are at all interested in this game, I'd recommend it. I haven't bought any of the expansion packs yet, but I think I might buy one or two depending on the cost and item.

i have it! and i loveeee it...

if you wanna read my review so far, go to my blog ^^

http://www.zephirothspals.blogspot.com/

its a great game really!

I started playing this and I was like "wow this is stupid..." now it's 3AM... and I bought all the DLC. O.o I love how you can manage the characters and grow armies to do your bidding yet you don't have to lift a finger It's pretty relaxing and very rewarding. Pirate king costume is worth the dollar!

How can you buy the DLC? In the game or in the Shop Channel?

You buy DLC in-game from the main title menu. Great game so far, very deep kingdom sim for $15.

Are you going to be reviewing wiiware games???

Yes indeedy we will be reviewing all WiiWare games!

The review for FF:CC should be up either today, or at worst tomorrow! Watch this space. Corbie is trying not to rush this review so we can do the game justice.

Yeah, I'm eager for the Review (it's too bad I missed the post about being able to write reviews for the site. MY PC was down for the longest time and I would've wholeheartedly taken up the opportunity ). Oh well.

My sib REALLY wants me to get it and I just foudn out yesterday it's a city-building game, much to my surprise.

Is there enough Replay Value/longevity to be worth 1500 Points? I won't be going for DLC as it seems a bit of a waste, imo. I'd rather save up for something else.

But I'm curious on how long the game is.

I'm sooooo addicted to this!

Does anyone know how to form parties? I've got a few white mages now, but they need to be teamed up with others, obviously. But everyone's "party affiliation" is just themselves, and I can't find any information either online or in the game itself on how to form parties.

...And now that I'm into Chapter 3, one of my assistants has let me know that "Taverns provide adventurers a place to form parties". So you have to build a tavern first.

If you want a good, quick review, check out comment #60. I agree wholeheartedly, down to the "hate it/love it" part. There are things that are slightly annoying, usually revolving around a lack of information, but nothing serious enough to detract from the enjoyment of the game as a whole. Plus it has that addicting "one more day" feeling.

#61 thanks! About damn time I got a write-up feel for the game and I'm going to check it now.

....argh no ingles?! Las cucarachas entran pero no pueden salir!

The operations guide tells you how to form parties. You have to build a certain structure.

69, Thanks for the "feedback." It truly is an addictive game. You're right about that "one more day feeling!" I tried not to play as much today, but I still found myself playing for at least an hour or two. (which is a lot considering I don't play games nearly as much as I used to)

Oh, Masuyo, what has been the most rewarding add-on? I'm not interested in the Pirate costume, but are there any "must haves?"

What I really like to know:
Does it have an interesting story or boss fights?
Is there an ending or goes it on forever?

As soon as wiiware comes out in england this is the first game i am goin to get it looks so cool!

Also to anyone who has this can you tell me by pay to pay soes it mean u have to pay it like monthly or does it mean u have to buy stuff of the shopping channel?
If you do buy it off the shopping channel how much does stuff cost?

@Ryan Nicholas: The "Pay to Play" feature just means that you have to pay for DLC if you choose to buy it. There is no wi-fi built in with this game except for just DLC and thats about it. If you read up at comments 47 and 50 a user has explained the DLC.

@CopyofCopyX: I don't have the game but as far from what I heard this game isn't really like a Final Fantasy game. It is more of a Sim game where you build your own kingdom.

Where is the review?

Does it matter when you by the DLC f? I mean, does it have to be bought before you start the game or can it be bought at any time during the game?

You can buy it after you bought the game either on the main menu or on the throne room menu.

CopyofcopyX:

There is a story, and although I've beaten it, there seems like there will be an ending. The story is pretty lightweight, it just involves something with your father, who was the previous ruler of the area, and something called the "Dark Lord". The game is broken up into chapters, but it's not like you have a list of stuff to do, or a big task, to get to the next chapter. It's more like you're playing, you've laid down about 12 houses, you've finally built a training hall, etc, and suddenly the next day you play there is a cut scene. It's a nice little break from the game to let you know you've made significant progress.

Great game!

Sorry, that should be "although I HAVEN'T beaten it", obviously. :-/

Hey guys, I have a question someone said that you can check each adventurer's medals they have by "clicking on their job icon." But, I have yet to figure out where or how to do this, anyone figure it out?

@66 Dazza: Thanks!! I hope you can tell us if the game finishes or not and finger crossed for a deep review.

@SuperSonic1990: There is no review but there is for other WiiWare games. Even IGN till now doens't have a review because I guess its the way the game takes a long time or something. If you want a review right now though I know that 1up.com has one. But I am waiting for this site to get a review up until I purchase the game.

Corbie's FF:CC review should be ready later today. Due to the nature of the game it needs a much longer playtest in order to provide a good quality review.

Watch this space! We should have reviews showing up on the homepage soon also!!

Sock read the manual please. It details stuff like that.

I have been playing this game for 2 days,and it is great! This is the deepest downloadable game that I have ever played yet. I'm not even a Final Fantasy fan but this is a great country building simulator.

10 stars.

@ailingtheseaoffools I did.... and still can't figure out how to inspect each individual adventurer's assigned medals, it doesn't detail it in there.....

Do you have to download the downloadable content to play the game or is it just there to maker it better because i won't have the points to start with to download anything

On which page can I see all the reviews written till now? I found the others only with Dazza's links

Ryan Nicholas,

You can buy the game and play it for as long as you like without downloadable content. The downloadable content just adds extra things to the game. But it's entirely optional.

Hurry up with that review guys, I'm still waiting to hear some comprehensive feedback before I assign this much money and memory to a WiiWare game.

Yep, need review. Its either this or LostWinds. And I havent liked Square's recent works and I like RPGs not Sims but its pretty and has catchy music and...
IS COMPLETELY TORN/CANT MAKE DECISION

WiiWare World's Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life as a King review is now up!

Thanks Dazza for posting up the link to the review .

I just bought the game yesterday for my sib right after I read the review. I absolutely love it and it's better than I expected.