When comparing Ys Chronicles II vs Heroes of Steel RPG Elite, the Slant community recommends Heroes of Steel RPG Elite for most people. In the question“What are the best Android RPGs?” Heroes of Steel RPG Elite is ranked 22nd while Ys Chronicles II is ranked 32nd. The most important reason people chose Heroes of Steel RPG Elite is:
Players can switch from character to character on their team at any time during combat thus allowing for a multitude of personal strategy to be used.
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Pros
Pro Fun spell system that allows for new strategy through ranged attacks
Unlike the first game, there are ranged attacks/spells in Ys II. This completely changes the gameplay up since different tactics can be used. Now you can hold back and take out enemies from a distance.
Pro Cool optional graphical settings where you can play with the original graphics, or the new improved one
You can choose between tow different graphical settings, Chronicles and Original. Chronicles is an updated look to the game, while Original is maintains the look of the original PC-88 game. These options allows one to enjoy the original classic looks or a more improved and polished look, so purists and shiny graphic enthusiasts should find something that suits them.
Pro Comprehensive choice of soundtrack similar to the graphics, where you have a choice of the original or new improved ones
Being that many versions of this game have been released in years past, a few have been polished up in order to fit their target platform. Some of the improvements to be found were with the soundtrack of the game. there are three options available for the user to choose from, Chronicles, Original, and PC-88. Each has a unique sound design to them, and the user can choose witch one they prefer for the gameplay.
Pro On the fly turn based combat
Players can switch from character to character on their team at any time during combat thus allowing for a multitude of personal strategy to be used.
Pro Permanent death of any party member
Every party member is unable to escape from permanent death if they die, making for a tough game with real consequences.
Cons
Con Frustrating controls
The touchscreen controls for the game are a bit sensitive, which can be troublesome when aiming attacks. This winds up getting even more annoying when fighting boss fights, as they tend to be on the tougher side, meaning your aim needs to be on point in order to defeat them. This tends to be difficult to do with the sensitive controls.
Con Art is rough around the edges
The hand drawn art in game can at times be a bit unpolished, making for a constant reminder that this is a small dev indie created game.