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Sega Dreamcast · RPG
Skies of Arcadia
Certified classic
| System | Sega Dreamcast |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Sega Wow |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 13 |
Skies of Arcadia is a role-playing game released in 2000 for the Sega Dreamcast, developed by Sega Wow and published by Sega.
It came out in the Dreamcast's second year on the market. Other notable Dreamcast releases from 2000 include Jet Set Radio, Sonic Shuffle and NBA 2K1. Among the 21 Dreamcast RPGs in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
Sega Wow also made Sega GT, Alien Front Online and The House of the Dead 2 for the Dreamcast.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you want to experience one of the Dreamcast's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you are looking for something to play with friends
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Skies of Arcadia is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
Skies of Arcadia walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Skies of Arcadia.
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Playing Dreamcast games today
Dreamcast games still feel inventive and colorful, and many have been re-released on later platforms. The console also has a remarkably active homebrew scene for a system that left shelves so long ago.
Skies of Arcadia FAQ
When did Skies of Arcadia come out on the Dreamcast?
Skies of Arcadia was released for the Sega Dreamcast in 2000.
Who made Skies of Arcadia?
It was developed by Sega Wow and published by Sega.
Is Skies of Arcadia multiplayer?
No. Skies of Arcadia is a single-player game.
How long does Skies of Arcadia take to play?
As a role-playing game, Skies of Arcadia typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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