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Ys V: Lost Kefin, Kingdom of Sand

199567/100
Role-playing (RPG)Adventure

Fantasy

The 1995 entry in the Ys series, Lost Kefin, Kingdom of Sand, trades the series' usual real-time combat for a turn-based system, a stark departure that divided fans. Exploration remains paramount, with Adol's journey through a desert kingdom driven by a focus on environmental puzzles and resource management. Though the shift in combat didn't resonate, the rich world, evocative soundtrack, and emphasis on uncovering ancient mysteries secured its place in the series' legacy.

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Ys V: Kefin, The Lost City of Sand is the fifth game of the series. It was released for Snes in 1995. A remake was released for PS2 in 2006. Adol is travelling through new lands, in search of more adventure, when he hears of the vanished desert city of Kefin. He sets off to investigate this ancient city's disappearance. The RPG-style statistical elements and the overhead view of most of the previous games are retained in Ys V. As in Ys III, there is no auto-attack; the player must press a button to swing Adol's sword. Adol is also given the ability to jump and defend with his shield. A new magic system is introduced in Ys V as well, which requires the player to charge up spells by holding a button before they can be cast.

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