Favourite Underrated & Overlooked Games Collection

A Listmania! list by Jade "IRIS Network" (Hyllis, Section 4)
 
Steambot Chronicles
1.  Steambot Chronicles by ATLUS
The list author says:
  "A relaxing non-linear adventure! A perfect, friendly open-world game for all-ages. My favourite game of all-time!"
CDN$ 56.23   Used & New from: CDN$ 34.45

Dragon Quest VIII Journey of the Cursed King
2.  Dragon Quest VIII Journey of the Cursed King by Square Enix
The list author says:
  "The best JRPG I have ever played! It features a massive world with adorable characters, easy to pickup gameplay, and plenty to do!"
CDN$ 38.89   Used & New from: CDN$ 1.00
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

Silent Hill
3.  Silent Hill by Konami
The list author says:
  "Creepy horror at its finest! This game will get beneath your skin. Recommended for those who love psychological horror drama mixed with scary visuals. It will linger in the mind long after you finish."
Used & New from: CDN$ 57.00
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

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Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride
4.  Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride by Square Enix
The list author says:
  "A generational storyline that spans several decades! Wow! You don't see that in games! DQ V adds the hilarious party chat feature, and monster hunting that predates Pokemon!"
CDN$ 44.99   Used & New from: CDN$ 39.99
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Dark Cloud 2
5.  Dark Cloud 2 by SONY ELECTRONIC
The list author says:
  "Fantastic JRPG with a touching storyline, beautiful music, and lovable characters! Also, the sidequests are fun-filled challenges."
Used & New from: CDN$ 84.99
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (80 customer reviews)

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Hotel Dusk Room 215
6.  Hotel Dusk Room 215 by Nintendo
The list author says:
  "If you love mysteries this game offers up a doozy! Most games do not achieve the level of storytelling that Hotel Dusk offers."
CDN$ 30.77   Used & New from: CDN$ 12.97
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

Yakuza
7.  Yakuza by Sega of America, Inc.
The list author says:
  "The Yakuza series is considered the spiritual successor to Shenmue, one of the most influential games ever made. It is an open world game with Action RPG elements set in Japan."
CDN$ 33.74   Used & New from: CDN$ 10.99

Trace Memory
8.  Trace Memory by NINTENDO OF CANADA
The list author says:
  "A wonderful little puzzle mystery game in the vein of Hotel Dusk Room 215. Although it is a bit on the short side the game offers up a nice distraction."
Used & New from: CDN$ 20.00

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The Legend Of Heroes: Trails In The Sky Limited Edition
9.  The Legend Of Heroes: Trails In The Sky Limited Edition by Xseed Games
The list author says:
  "Fantastic old school RPG with one of the most in-depth worlds ever created. The story and characters alone are worth the play and one of the best RPGs to come out in the last decade!"
Used & New from: CDN$ 119.99
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

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Folklore
10.  Folklore by Sony Computer Entertainment
The list author says:
  "A very unique RPG and one of the first PS3 games to be released. Recommended."
CDN$ 49.99   Used & New from: CDN$ 17.00
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Jeanne D Arc
11.  Jeanne D Arc by Sony Computer Entertainment
The list author says:
  "A great what-if TRPG that sets the story of Jeanne D'arc in a fantasy JRPG setting. Fantastic visuals, and tactical gameplay set to catchy music!"
CDN$ 12.99   Used & New from: CDN$ 8.59
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

Beyond Good & Evil
12.  Beyond Good & Evil by Ubisoft
The list author says:
  "The most underrated game ever published! Perfect controls and balance, great characters and pure unadulterated fun! This game deserved more attention than it received."
Used & New from: CDN$ 34.97
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)

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Ico
13.  Ico by SONY ELECTRONIC
The list author says:
  "A little on the short side, there is a reason why critics hold Ico as an example of a game attaining the level of artistic merit. Ico should be displayed in the Louvré."
Used & New from: CDN$ 34.99
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (65 customer reviews)

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Resonance of Fate (Bilingual game-play)
14.  Resonance of Fate (Bilingual game-play) by Sega of America, Inc.
The list author says:
  "Released during the same week as Final Fantasy XIII, people missed out on what is essentially one of the most difficult JRPGs ever produced. For those who love a challenge!"
CDN$ 18.49   Used & New from: CDN$ 14.87
3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

Indigo Prophecy
15.  Indigo Prophecy by Infogrames
The list author says:
  "The progenitor for Heavy Rain. It features similar controls and a narrative focus not seen in most games!"
Used & New from: CDN$ 40.36
3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

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Jet Li: Rise to Honor
16.  Jet Li: Rise to Honor by SONY ELECTRONIC
The list author says:
  "A decent beat 'em up that's reminiscent of a Hong Kong action flick, and you get to play as the one and only Jet Li!"
CDN$ 13.89   Used & New from: CDN$ 0.01
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)

Heavenly Sword
17.  Heavenly Sword by Sony Computer Entertainment
The list author says:
  "Wow! This game takes the best elements of God of War, Bayonetta, and Devil May Cry and delivers fantastic performances by Andy Serkis and Anna Torv. A must buy for action gamers!"
CDN$ 41.89   Used & New from: CDN$ 18.95
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

Odin Sphere: Greatest Hits
18.  Odin Sphere: Greatest Hits by Atlus Software
The list author says:
  "For those who appreciate art, Odin Sphere is the most visually stunning game ever produced! From the creators of Grim Grimoire and Muramasa: The Demon Blade."
Used & New from: CDN$ 30.95

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Radiata Stories
19.  Radiata Stories by Square Enix
The list author says:
  "One of the funniest games I've played! Although the endings may be a little dour, it's the journey that counts."
CDN$ 59.99   Used & New from: CDN$ 1.00
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

Valkyria Chronicles
20.  Valkyria Chronicles by Sega of America, Inc.
The list author says:
  "A great SRPG with fluid animation, and gorgeous watercolour looking graphics. It's reminiscent of some of Hayao Miyazaki's best movies!"
CDN$ 20.99   Used & New from: CDN$ 19.02
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)

Kuon
21.  Kuon by Tommo
The list author says:
  "The most surreal survival horror ever! Highly recommended for fans of J-Horror along the lines of the movie Kwaidan."
Used & New from: CDN$ 98.94
3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

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Stranglehold
22.  Stranglehold by Midway
The list author says:
  "A truly exciting TPS in the tradition of Max Payne which by the way was influenced by John Woo films. So, you're basically getting the best of both worlds in this sequel to Hard Boiled, Woo's seminal HK action film."
CDN$ 18.99   Used & New from: CDN$ 4.00
3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Trapt
23.  Trapt by TECMO INC.
The list author says:
  "The last game in Kagero: The Deception series. If you want to see what it's like to set traps and see the results of your handiwork, this is for you. Only the morbid need apply."
Used & New from: CDN$ 14.95

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Hexyz Force
24.  Hexyz Force by Atlus Software
The list author says:
  "A superb little JRPG with cute character sprites and two stories to play through! A really good game!"
Used & New from: CDN$ 50.00
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

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Siren Playstation 2
25.  Siren Playstation 2 by SONY ELECTRONIC
The list author says:
  "A very scary survival horror game to play at night but be warned though, the game has punishing difficulty."
Used & New from: CDN$ 13.74
3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)

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Last updated: 18/04/12
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