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Fantasy and science-fiction come together in Crystalis, one of the top RPG games ever released by Nintendo. You’ll experience a post-apocalyptic world like no other when you dive into this exciting adventure. Battle against more than 70 enemies and interact with 300 characters as you collect the four elemental swords needed to create Crystalis. If you fail, Dragonia might take over the world so every move and interaction counts. This game creates an immersive RPG experience that was unheard of when it was released in 1990, but is still just as entertaining in the modern world of gaming. If you love RPG games, Crystalis for Nintendo is an essential addition to your collection.

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PublisherSNK

MPN018484215001

UPC0018484215001

eBay Product ID (ePID)4248

Product Key Features

RatingE-Everyone

GenreRole Playing

PlatformNES

Game NameCrystalis

Additional Product Features

Release Year1990

Number of Players1

Country/Region of ManufactureUSA

Control ElementsGamepad/Joystick

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5.0

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Compelling gameplay

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by mad_matt_inc
27 Aug, 2019
In short, Crystalis is a big ARPG must have for the NES.
Crystalis is one of the better Action RPGs made for the NES. It was made by SNK before the current owners. There were plans for a sequel, but they never fallowed up on it. Crystalis is also one of the rare Sword and Sorcery games to also have a Sci-Fi twist mostly due to the enemies and back ground story. Only a tiny hand full of games have ever emulated the particular art style Crystalis used, and most have been good stand alone games. The game has nurmerous ways to advance, with both a level up system that increases the character's health and damage. As well as gear upgrades that increase the power of the words, the types of magic swords you have, and the defense your character has to take less damage.
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by stormbringer1968
30 Aug, 2018
Great Classic Adventure Game
I've played before from one of those 150 games on one cartridge, and I love the game. It's got a very Zelda like feel. Graphics are pretty decent for an 8 bit game, and the gameplay is fun. Lots of enemies, and artifacts to collect, as well as having to do, or obtain certain items, or get to certain levels in order to continue. My main worry was that on the multi game cartridge, the save feature wasn't very reliable. I restarted 3 times, and then gave up. I thought maybe the actual Nintendo cart would be better. So far so good.
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by speedmetalm7
09 Aug, 2018
Perfect!
Packaging was awesome and the game works perfectly. Game also came two days earlier than the tracking said so that was an awesome surprise!
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by dylanpaige25
25 Feb, 2025
Dad Loves It
Got it for my Dad for Christmas, it was a blast from the past for him. Game works great found it at a good price too
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by jackrackam2012
23 Jul, 2019
NES classic games
The game was shipped with care and works perfectly. Everything was as advertised. Fully pleased.
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by christiaazo_2
11 Jun, 2022
Excellent condition
Thankfully intact, original board (opened to verify) and true badge on back (Crystalis had a gold one). This is my favourite game of all time! Music Gameplay Story Structure S+ grade
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by whitedemonata85
09 Jun, 2020
Am old classic
Happy I found this game, it's a favorite from my childhood and I'm thrilled to have found it again!
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by themactech2012
07 Apr, 2022
One of the most unique RPG’s for the original NES
Excellent quality game. Compelling story and fun gameplay. Very glad to add this classic to my collection.
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by leslie2718
17 Mar, 2017
Oldies are great.
It was great to play it again. The only thing that I didn't like it. Being in the towns or in a cave is was great but, is killing monsters while traveling I hear static. Good thinking its old. Good price. Thanks
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by drw4338-4
17 May, 2018
Best NES game ever!
This IMO is the best game ever made for the NES.
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